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Almost 20,000 across region enrolled in retirement savings system
Figures were revealed earlier this week following a parliamentary question from Dublin South Central TD Catherine Ardagh to Minister for Social Protection, Dara Calleary.
Feb 21, 2026 14:39
Longford senator calls for raised pedestrian crossings outside schools
Paraic Brady says it's vital because a large amount of children are outside them.
Feb 21, 2026 11:56
Ballaghaderreen TD hits out at justice department for not funding new childcare centre
The one-million-euro facility is being built in The Shambles, across the road from St Nathy's College.
Feb 21, 2026 10:56
Laya Healthcare customers face increased in cost of health insurance
The price hikes will take effect from the start of April.
Feb 21, 2026 08:48
Second break-in at Ballymahon store in months
The incident happened in the early hours of Wednesday, February 18th, at the Master Tech store, located on the Main Street of Ballymahon.
Feb 20, 2026 13:31
Hundreds attend local public meeting, as Bord Bia controversy rages on
The meeting, which took place at the MacWilliam Park Hotel in Claremorris, was organised by the IFA.
Feb 20, 2026 13:09
40 jobs could be on the way to Lanesboro - Mullooly
Independent Ireland MEP Ciaran Mullooly has confirmed Longford County Council has purchased a site in Lanesboro and 40 new jobs could be on the way in the peat-related industry.
Feb 20, 2026 07:26
Local TD calls for Irish cattle exports to return to normal despite bluetongue outbreak
The virus has now been detected in five herds in Co Wexford since the first confirmed case here last month.
Feb 18, 2026 10:51
628 Patients Waiting for Hospital Beds Nationwide This Morning
Locally Sligo University Hospital continue to be busy with 37 admitted patients on trolleys this morning.
Feb 17, 2026 13:07
Three Critical Mental Health Roles Withdrawn in West Roscommon
The HSE says they've been decommissioned from the E-Mental Health Hub in Castlerea have been decommissioned.
Feb 17, 2026 13:03Shannonside Newsletter
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