News - Connolly Barracks
Massive overhaul of Connolly Barracks goes to tender
The Connolly Barracks reimagined project has now entered the tender stage.
Jan 23, 2026 13:38
Contractor for €7 million overhaul of Connolly Barracks to be appointed in March
The former barracks closed in 2009 and it was bought by Longford County Council three years later.
Dec 27, 2025 09:49
Multimillion-euro Connolly Barracks hub a big boost for community groups
The historic building shut down in 2009 and is being converted into a cultural and community hub.
Dec 4, 2025 13:25
Connolly Barracks overhaul to go tender
The vacant building will be transformed into a cultural and community hub.
Dec 4, 2025 07:26
Public information taking place on Connolly Barracks
Longford County Council are inviting the public to an information evening tonight from 6-8 pm at Áras an Chontae.
Dec 3, 2025 07:23
Connolly Barracks project will be finished in 2027
It received a massive funding boost this week.
Sep 17, 2025 17:31
Local councillor says funding will completely transform Connolly Barracks
She described the announcement as a good news story for the town.
Sep 17, 2025 13:58
Longford's Connolly Barracks set for community hub after €7m funding boost
Senator Joe Flaherty said: “The barracks has long been the starting point for the regeneration of the county town."
Sep 16, 2025 21:28
Major cycling event taking place in Co. Longford today
The first ever Tour of Longford is starting at the Connolly Barracks at 10am.
Sep 6, 2025 09:19
Longford Pride parade to kick off this afternoon
It was launched during the week with a number of talks, meet ups and events taking place over the last number of days.
Jun 7, 2025 09:34
Planning application submitted for restoration works at Longford barracks
Longford museum, a visual arts space and a welcome centre are just some of the ideas put forward by the Longford public for the future of the historic building.
Jan 30, 2025 15:02
Calls for 'Longford museum' in Connolly Barracks
A public consultation held on site yesterday saw dozens of people put forward their ideas for the old stone building.
Dec 13, 2024 13:29
Works to renovate Connolly Barracks building could begin in 2025
Town regeneration officer for Longford County Council, Lorraine O'Connor, says that should everything go to plan, we could see works begin at the end of next year.
Dec 13, 2024 08:16
Suggestions welcome for future of former Connolly Barracks in Longford
The council are currently seeking expressions of interest to progress the renovation and redevelopment of the site.
Dec 12, 2024 13:08Shannonside Newsletter
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