News - Castlerea

Planning granted for restoration of derelict Castlerea school building
The development includes the change of use of Tully National School in Castlerea to a domestic dwelling house.
Aug 30, 2023 09:18
Planning lodged to extend lifespan of Roscommon solar farm
Elgin Energy Services Ltd received planning permission for the development at Rathleg near Castlerea in 2017.
Aug 23, 2023 13:55
Extension of free GP care for children could compromise medical appointments
That's according to a local GP who says the extension of free GP care to children aged six and seven could mean longer waiting times for medical appointments.
Aug 11, 2023 14:44
Local charity appoints three new directors
Chairperson of the foundation, Mike Smith, and Chief Executive Martina Jennings have both welcomed the new directors
Jul 29, 2023 11:34
Majority of Roscommon population now living in towns according to Census
Roscommon's highest populated town is shared with Westmeath across the River Shannon.
Jul 3, 2023 13:32
Inmate levels did not exceed bed capacity in Castlerea Prison last year
Overcrowding has become a serious concern in 2023 however, with dozens of prisoners sleeping on cell floors.
Jun 13, 2023 07:49
Roscommon photographer nominated for national awards
A public vote is now open on the reach for the stars website with the winner being announced in July.
Jun 12, 2023 16:58
158 inmates in Castlerea Prison waiting long term for psychiatric treatment
Separately, 78 prisoners were waiting for addiction services or treatments in the Roscommon Prison at the end of 2022.
Jun 12, 2023 13:41
Roscommon residents who died in separate incidents named locally
The incidents happened on Saturday and Sunday
May 29, 2023 17:42
Colm Horkan Memorial Run to take place tomorrow
The run will feature a 5k, 10k and half marathon.
May 27, 2023 12:56Shannonside Newsletter
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