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The Chairperson of Roscommon Town Team has said the Government must tackle the ongoing issue of rising energy costs “as a matter of urgency” following further business closures in the county town. Larry Brennan was speaking to the Roscommon People following news this week that Fusion Restaurant and fashion retailer Glamorize will cease trading in the coming weeks. Fusion, situated on Main Street, announced that it was “with a heavy heart” that it would be closing its doors from August 20th. The popular
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