The application by Ross Engineering limited called for the retention of the change of use of a former bottling plant in Roxborough to a light industrial unit.

It comes as the country remains under a severe weather alert with a Status Yellow warning still in place for counties across the Shannonside region.

The Directorate for Fire and Emergency Management says it has 160 thousand tons of salt in stock to grit roads.

It's important to note that local Gardaí are urging motorists across the Shannonside region to take extreme care when driving.

Shaunagh Carberry from Carrickboy, Co. Longford gave birth to a baby girl at Mullingar Regional Hospital at 2:24 a.m.

There have been reports of bare shelves in a North Longford shop last night as locals prepared for potential disruptions.

Councillor Enda McGloin has called for the main road from North Leitrim into Drumshanbo to be upgraded by spring.

Described as a "pure gentleman with a generous heart", Tom was a well-respected local figure having served his community for many years.