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HIQA report highlights some issues at Co. Longford nursing home
HIQA has published the findings of an inspection at St Joseph's Care in Longford which took place in November last year, the details of which have been published today.
May 14, 2026 13:24
Scammer broke into a bank's security system to rob money from someone's account - Scahill
Gareth Scahill says banks aren't doing enough to stamp out fraud through texts and emails.
May 14, 2026 13:18
Co. Leitrim school gets green light for new astro-turf pitch
Leitrim County planners gave the project the green light with 8 conditions attached.
May 13, 2026 08:13
Almost 70 fatal road crashes locally between 2016 and 2024
That's part of the findings in the Road Safety's Authority interactive map.
May 13, 2026 07:20
HSE confirms occupational therapist has commenced employment at Longford Primary Care Centre
Local TD Micheál Carrigy welcomed the news, saying it will be a 'positive development' for patients and families who have been experiencing 'long waiting lists and service delays.'
May 12, 2026 18:11
Councillor says new wind farm will 'impact' South Roscommon residents
EDF Renewables have applied to Roscommon County Council to construct four turbines at Carrowkeel.
May 12, 2026 17:53
Hopes application for Shannon Blueway extension will be lodged by end of 2026
Project officials are continuing engagement with landowners and valuation specialists to advance voluntary land acquisition agreements.
May 12, 2026 17:49
Government urged to intervene in ambulance strikes
Action is taking place in Athlone, Carrick-on-Shannon, Roscommon and Longford.
May 12, 2026 17:41
60 patients on trolleys at local hospitals
That's according to the latest figures from the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation.
May 12, 2026 13:24Shannonside Newsletter
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