The fire had already devastated large tracts of forestry

All roads leading into the area have now been closed by gardaí

Fire service personnel are battling to stop the blaze spreading to homes

A County Roscommon secondary school student has won a prestigious national award

It is asking people to report any suspicious activity, "as reckless actions put homes and livelihoods at unacceptable risk"

A number of units from the local fire service are working to protect homes and property

Fire service units from both within and outside the county have been at the scene since lunchtime. 

A helicopter may be needed to help fight the fire

The incident occurred earlier this morning.

Happy Christmas to them all

A road is closed in the county following an accident this morning. The incident happened at Boho, Ballintubber, on the Castlerea to Ballintubber road. Gardaí and emergency services are at the scene and the road is currently closed.

A mechanical failure had impacted the water supply of customers in a number of areas this morning

Repairs are expected to be complete later this morning

A quality C. 42-acre residential farm has come on the market at Rathnalulleagh, Castleplunkett. Auctioneer Cathal O’Brien says this “top quality farm” is situated in a good farming district.

Bob was born to be a marine and was extremely proud of his adopted country.

A Men's Shed is a community based organisation open to all men regardless of age or background

18-year-old Traveller Youth activist Letisha McCrudden from Lisacul in West Roscommon speaks openly about her mental health challenges which she hopes will help others, how she sought help, and how she has realised her dream of securing a place at university to study law.