The closure of the west Roscommon fire station over five years ago was branded as a scandal and disgrace by councillors at this month’s meeting of the local authority.

Councillor Waldron believes Roscommon's natural resources makes it an obvious choice for outdoor recreational activities.

The Taoiseach was invited by the Ukrainian President following a phone call two weeks ago.

The two financial institutions are hoping to combine to make a larger unit in the region.

The meeting will bring the communities affected by Lough Funshinagh together to discuss their next steps

Close to 60 people attended the meeting yesterday in Carrick on Shannon

Leitrim is the only county that does not already hold a 'parkrun'.

The planned building of up to 2,000 new homes in Athlone over the next decade will lead to a big population rise