In a statement to Shannonside Northern Sound, McDonalds have confirmed that the restaurant is targeting an opening date of November 8th.

A decision for the planning project is due at the end of November.

A decision on all the proposed developments is due at the end of October.

A renewable energy company is seeking to overturn Westmeath County Council's decision to refuse permission for a major solar farm project.

County planners will decide on the application in October.

Longford County Planners will decide on the issue at the end of October.

That approval was appealed to An Bord Pleanála by locals and members of Wind Turbine Action Group South Roscommon.

The plans call for an outdoor 400 metre running track, fully lit by 10 floodlights along the perimeter.