The Green party member believes it poses a security risk to candidates.

County planners refused the application for planning permission under two conditions.

According to the latest data from the Road Safety Authority, Westmeath is the worst affected county locally, with 6 killed this year.

The Roses will arrive in the town on the 14th of August, where they will attend a number of events and activities in the county.

The Healthy Ireland Programme is designed to counteract negative health outcomes as a result of smoking, alcohol, poor diet and obesity.

A total of €40,000 was sent to scammers in recent weeks by victims.

Sales of new electric cars in Longford jumped by almost 80%.

Lar Power informed the elected members of the council yesterday of his intention to leave the position.