There has been alot of talk about the impact of the housing crisis and indeed the rising cost of living on people, but it appears this is having a knock on effect on our furry friends.

Local Animal Rescue - The Haven Rescue based in Roscrea - has found it increasingly difficult to find homes in Ireland for dogs in their care. 

Their co-founder Rosie Dowling has been speaking to Sheila Naughton about the challenges they have faced, and why adoption is one of the best ways to ensure you get the right dog for your lifestyle. 

You can heart hear the full interview here.

The 5.45 - Rosie Dowling challenges for The Haven Rescue

Today on Tipp FM's evening news The 5.45 - 
People are being encouraged to have their say on the draft Roscrea Town Centre First Masterplan.

The plan charts out how the town centre can be transformed into a dynamic meeting place with a strong economic role. 
 
Following a very successful public consultation process the local community in Roscrea will now have another chance to input this week.

Tipp FM's Pat Murphy spoke with Áine McCarthy who is Town Regeneration Officer with Tipperary County Council about the Roscrea plan:

The 5.45 - Áine McCarthy on Roscrea Town Centre First Masterplan

A local architect has won the architectural design competition for 'Town Centre Living' in Roscrea.


These competitions were launched in January aimed at encouraging innovative designs from firms for social housing within towns to progress the Government's Town Centre First policy.

Claire McManus who is originally from the area is an architect with JFOC and chose to work on this project because of her local knowledge.

It was praised for its boldness and fresh approach and Sheila spoke to Claire about the design and what the people of Roscrea can expect:

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