A gathering is expected to place place in Creeslough this afternoon to mark a weke since the tragedy

The issue of walkers and cyclists crossing Rooskey bridge has been a safety concern for several years

The trial continues tomorrow.

The newly opened Strokestown Park House and Famine Museum is recording a high footfall, with a large number of international tourists visiting.

Longford Councillor Peggy Nolan says the provision of just one extra bed is another example of the neglect the county faces

The appointments were announced by the Gardaí today.

Padraig Mitchell believes the structure encroaches halfway onto the Boyle road which has also seen the removal of some resident's parking.

Currently the Longford Hospice service has one palliative care bed available with a long running campaign to extend the services.