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Positive local reaction to fuel support schemes announced today
There will be a minimum payment of 100 euro, while the max rate will be decided by the number of applications.
Apr 29, 2026 13:05
Man (60s) dies following single-car crash near Ballinasloe
Officers at Ballinasloe Station are appealing for witnesses.
Apr 29, 2026 12:40
Local retailers urged to stop using banned single use plastics
A national campaign was launched earlier this week aimed at eradicating banned items for sale and supply.
Apr 28, 2026 18:24
Delays in filling GP posts having a knock-on effect on health system, says local TD
One GP position in Longford had to be advertised three times before a suitable candidate was found.
Apr 28, 2026 18:14
Government policy slammed as Ukrainians set to move from centres
Former Sinn Féin candidate Sam Brooks says Ireland was not in a position to take in so many in the first place.
Apr 28, 2026 18:09
Man (80s) critical after being struck by car in Longford town
The pedestrian has been airlifted to Beaumont Hospital for treatment of serious injuries.
Apr 28, 2026 18:02
Over 500 local recipients of the hair replacement benefit payments since 2022
The data was released through a parliamentary question submitted by Longford TD Sorca Clarke.
Apr 27, 2026 18:38
61 tonnes of waste removed from Ballaghaderreen estate
It was to address pollution and public health concerns.
Apr 27, 2026 18:27
Roscommon Litter Warden says illegal dumping is being tackled
It comes after it was revealed that just 21 fines have been issued in the first three months of this year.
Apr 27, 2026 18:20
Cuts to English language funding hit local ETB hard, Dáil told
The government previously introduced English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) funding to support Ukrainian refugees who arrived after Russia's invasion.
Apr 27, 2026 13:42Shannonside Newsletter
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