News - An Post
Retired An Post workers protest in Longford town
They're against current financial penalties imposed on retired An Post workers.
May 8, 2026 17:36
Retired An Post staff to protest in Longford today over pensions
The Post Office Pensioners Union says their pension increases have been capped at 2 per cent since 2013.
May 8, 2026 07:44
Importance of post offices highlighted locally
A Dáil debate on Wednesday discussed the closure of post offices.
Mar 5, 2026 18:08
New Boyle Post Office officially opens
Located at the Supervalu Shopping Centre on Elphin Street, it replaces the previous Shop Street premises which operated for over 100 years.
Feb 3, 2026 12:59
More than letters and parcels: Paul Forde’s last day at Boyle Post Office
The building has stood on Shop Street for over 100 years.
Jan 30, 2026 15:05
Boyle Post Office to close its doors today
An Post last year confirmed that the postal service will continue at a new location from Tuesday next.
Jan 30, 2026 07:38
Cabinet signs off on new €75 million funding package for An Post
A local TD and postmaster says it's crucial to sustain the network.
Jan 13, 2026 16:57
Stamp price increase criticised locally
An Post says the cost of sending letters nationwide and abroad will increase from February 3rd, with a national stamp rising to €1.85.
Jan 12, 2026 13:15
Stamp prices set to rise again from next month
An Post says the cost of sending letters nationwide and abroad will increase from February 3rd, with a national stamp rising to €1.85.
Jan 12, 2026 09:33
An Post issues final posting dates reminder
It's also advising customers post to Northern Ireland must be posted today to arrive on time.
Dec 21, 2025 08:24
An Post confirms plans to merge local operations
The company says the move is part of ongoing investment and planning for the future of its mail infrastructure in the region.
Nov 12, 2025 15:45
Councillor wants clarity over relocation of An Post delivery service
The premises, located in Ballyhaunis serves many communities in west Roscommon including in Cloonfad and Ballinlough.
Nov 12, 2025 13:17
Decision yet to be made over new location for Boyle Post Office
An Post says that there is very strong interest in securing the new contract at the end of January.
Oct 9, 2025 13:37
Oireachtas committee hears a Longford post office will close unless funding is increased
The Irish Postmasters Union is calling for a 50% increase in state funding, from €10m a year to €15m.
Jun 26, 2025 08:27Shannonside Newsletter
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