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New Jazz Pharmaceuticals facility in Monksland officially opened

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The official opening of a new €50 million Jazz Pharmaceuticals manufacturing and development facility in Monksland took place today. Jazz Pharmaceuticals is a global pharmaceutical company with its headquarters in Dublin where it employees approximately 100 people. The company expects to employ up to 50 people in Monksland within three years. Jazz Pharmaceuticals also has …

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“Innovative approach can reduce road fatalities” says Michael Fitzmaurice

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Michael Fitzmaurice TD says that an Innovative approach can help reduce the number of fatalities on our roads while also aiding young people with insurance costs. The Independent TD said “I am once again making a proposal, that I have made a number of times at the Transport Committee in the Dáil, that would not …

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Runnamoat residents charged over alleged assault in Carrick-on-Shannon

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A 24-year-old man and 26-year-old woman, both with addresses in Runnamoat, Ballinaheglish were charged last night at a special sitting of Carrick-on-Shannon District Court in relation to an alleged assault in Carrick-on-Shannon on July 17th. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning when the injured party was in an altercation with a …

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Dr Keith Swanick “Console charity fiasco should not deter people from giving”

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Fianna Fáil Seanad Spokesperson on Health & Mental Health Dr. Keith Swanick is urging people not to let the recent crisis at Console discourage them from giving to other worthy causes. Senator Swanick commented, “Irish people have long been cited as some of the most generous in the world but it is inevitable that a …

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Local families suffering due to HSE inefficiencies says Michael Fitzmaurice

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Michael Fitzmaurice TD has criticised the HSE and associated Minister following two recent incidents which are causing distress to people in the Roscommon and East Galway area. In a statement released today the Independent TD said “I want to raise the serious matter of the case of a constituent of mine who has spent 14 …

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Exciting line-up for Food Fair at Strokestown Agricultural Show

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An exciting line-up of Chefs has been announced for “Flavours from the Heart of Ireland” – the new food and drinks fair which will form part of Strokestown Agricultural Show. Picture Credit:strokestownpark.ie Strokestown Agricultural Show will be held in the grounds of Strokestown Park House on September 10th and 11th and the following Chefs will …

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Eugene Murphy advises homeowners of free range of insulation solutions

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Fianna Fail Deputy Eugene Murphy has advised homeowners throughout the region that they may be eligible for the Midland Warmer Homes Scheme which can provide a range of insulation solutions free of charge. The Warmer Homes Scheme which is run in conjunction with the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) scheme is available to people …

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Approval given “in principal” for Social Housing in Monksland

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Senator Maura Hopkins has said that over €1.6 million is to be spent on the construction of 10 housing units in Monksland. “The Minister for Housing, Simon Coveney, has confirmed to me this afternoon this project is being given approval in principal. Senator Hopkins stated that “we know there is a demand for housing in …

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Eugene Murphy “Older people not feeling benefits of the economic recovery”

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Fianna Fáil TD for Roscommon-Galway Eugene Murphy has said older people, particularly those reliant on the state pension, have yet to feel the benefits of the economic recovery, with many struggling to make ends meet. Deputy Murphy explained, “There is a perception that older people have not been impacted by the recession and were insulated …

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Michael Fitzmaurice re-iterates calls for funding of Rehab Unit

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Michael Fitzmaurice TD has re-iterated his call for funding to be allocated to the Rehab Unit at Roscommon Hospital as soon as possible. The Independent TD commented “It is my information that the €7.8 million earmarked for this project may not be made available until 2020 and that situation is totally unacceptable. Anything can happen …

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