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.