Mullingar Show preparations underway
The upcoming Mullingar Show is being promoted on the AgriVue programme with the presenter indicating he will find out more details about the event in coming bro
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Agricultural chaplaincy introduced as ecumenical spiritual initiative
Rachel Cox is introducing agricultural chaplaincy as a new ecumenical spiritual initiative aimed at supporting people in farming and rural communities. The chap
Drumshambo convent suspends adoration during Holy Week
The Poor Clare Sisters' convent in Drumshambo has announced that adoration will be suspended from Spy Wednesday through Easter Sunday morning during Holy Week.
Carrick-on-Shannon wins National Tidy Towns award, launches 2025 competition
Carrick-on-Shannon was presented with its National Tidy Towns award by Minister Dara Calleary at a launch event celebrating the town's success. The award recogn
Australian-trained barista opens thriving cafe in Carrick-on-Shannon
An Irish emigrant who worked in Australian cafes has successfully opened Morning Glory Cafe in Carrick-on-Shannon, defying initial skepticism from locals. The c
Acai bowls surge in popularity across Shannonside FM region cafes
Acai bowls, a Brazilian berry-based breakfast dish, have rapidly become popular across cafes in the region. Morning Glory Cafe owner introduced them about a yea
School bus driver age limit increased to 72, but restrictions remain
The government has announced that the maximum age for school transport drivers will increase from 70 to 72 years old, effective next September. However, the cha
Former Minister Dr. Rory O'Hanlon reflects on GP career and healthcare
In a radio interview, former TD, government minister, and Fianna Fáil member Dr. Rory O'Hanlon discusses his early career as a GP in Carrick-on-Shannon and East
St. Patrick's Day parade planned for Carrick-on-Shannon at 3pm
Dr. Rory O'Hanlon is planning to attend the St. Patrick's Bank holiday parade in Carrick-on-Shannon, with the event scheduled for 3pm. The forecast suggests mix
Father Edward Flanagan elevated to Venerable by Pope
Father Edward Flanagan, a priest from the Roscommon/Galway border who founded Boys Town in Omaha, Nebraska, has been elevated to Venerable by Pope Francis—a sig
Anaduff ICA Guild hosts Easter craft fair with 14 local artisans
The Anaduff ICA Guild is running its second annual Easter craft fair on April 20th from 4-7pm at Anaduff Community Centre. The event will feature 14 local handc
Anaduff ICA Guild invites new members to join vibrant community group
The Anaduff ICA Guild is actively recruiting new members and welcomes people to attend a trial meeting. The guild organizes monthly meetings, crafting activitie
Experienced drivers say larger bus restriction leaves gap in school transport
School bus drivers aged 72+ remain excluded from driving larger buses (55+ seaters) under the new rules, creating reliability problems when regular drivers fall
14-year-old Joe Shannon plays professional snooker against world number 23
Joe Shannon from Leitrim became the youngest Irish player to compete in a professional snooker match when he faced world number 23 Robert Milkins at the Snooker
Carlow edge out defiant and battling Leitrim after another titanic extra time struggle in Lidl LGFA NFL Division 4 Final
LIDL LGFA NFL DIVISION 4 FINAL: CARLOW 3-13 LEITRIM 4-9 (AFTER EXTRA-TIME) Resilience and courage in abundance that saw them take a dramatic Lidl LGFA NFL Divis
THE LAST POINT: A chance to make a statement
THE LAST POINT This column was going to have the heading “Two into one won't go” as the ludicrous clash of Leitrim's Mens and Ladies teams next Sunday grows eve
Connacht U20 Championship Rd 5
Our U20’s travel to Roscommon for the final round of the Connacht Championship Dalata Hotel Group – U20 Connacht Championship – R5 | Leitrim Roscommon | Wed, 15
Planning application received: to demolish existing storage sheds and construct 1 No. townhouse, and garage, and associated site wo
Sean Sheils — Market Street Granard Co. Longford. to demolish existing storage sheds and construct 1 No. townhouse, and garage, and associated site wo...
Dream Space Showcase in Edgeworthstown promotes youth digital engagement
Shannonside FM is broadcasting live from Edgeworthstown, County Longford, as part of Dream Space Showcase coverage in partnership with Longford County Council a
Longford Smashers aim for volleyball promotion after six years
Longford Smashers Volleyball Club, based at Sandmars Community Center in Edgeworthstown, is competing for promotion to division one for the first time in their
Ballamore Old Farm hosts ICA community day with traditional cooking
The ICA (Irish Countrywomen's Association) held a community event at Ballamore Old Farm featuring traditional Irish cooking, baking competitions, and social act
Longford Women's Link celebrates role in domestic violence support
The ICA in Longford is highlighted for founding and supporting Longford Women's Link, an organization providing domestic violence support, training courses, and
Staffordhill Day charity raises funds for Irish Cancer Society
Staffordhill Day, the Irish Cancer Society's major annual fundraising event, took place in Longford Town with widespread community support. The initiative has r
Easter Sunday programming features women in the Gospel narrative
Shannonside FM and Northern Sound's Side by Side programme is dedicating Easter Sunday coverage to exploring the roles of women mentioned in Gospel accounts of
Longford Minor Football Team Faces Dublin in Leinster Final
Longford's minor football team is competing against Dublin in the Leinster Minor Football Final at O'Connor Park. This is a significant occasion for the young L
Longford family business wins enterprise award after 40 years
A Longford-based truck body building business has won a Longford Enterprise Award after nearly four decades in operation. The company, founded in 1987 as a sole
Longford Rugby Growing Youth Numbers Through School Programme
Aegon Clarke, a Community Coach Rugby Representative (CCRR) working with Leinster Rugby, discussed how Longford rugby has grown youth participation from 60-70 c
N5 French Park bypass opens after years of planning
A major 7km stretch of the N5 bypass around French Park and Sheepwalk in County Roscommon has officially opened to traffic. The €69 million project, delivered 1
Historic printing press returns home to Strokestown after 30 years
The Strokestown Development Heritage Group has successfully brought back a historic printing press that was used to publish the Strokestown Democrat newspaper f
Strokestown Democrat newspaper chronicled 1907-1948 with nationalist stance
The Strokestown Democrat newspaper was founded in 1907 by brothers Patti and Owen Moron and published until 1948, printing not only the newspaper but also leafl
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