News - Edgeworthstown
Co. Longford town set to see new recreational space developed
Edgeworthstown was one of four locations included in a new funding programme by Children's Minister Norma Foley.
May 26, 2026 13:33
Supporters to descend on Longford for Cairn Community Games finals this weekend
Kenagh and Drumlish will play to host to indoor soccer while Edgeworthstown is the venue for handball.
May 23, 2026 08:44
British Ambassador to open Maria Edgeworth Festival later today
Her Excellency Kara Owen will preside over the launch at 12 noon in Edgeworthstown Library.
May 15, 2026 08:43
Train lines serving local region see increase in passenger numbers
The figures come as Irish Rail highlight the importance of reporting incidents on services to it's anti-social text line.
Apr 25, 2026 11:45
Passenger using drugs among complaints received on local train line
The provider is adding more security patrols to trains to keep passengers safe.
Apr 16, 2026 13:24
Longford man who died in N4 crash described as 'a great friend'
The late Kamil Gumiela was a native of Poland and had been residing in the Cam area of Edgeworthstown at the time of the incident.
Mar 20, 2026 13:21
Funeral of N4 crash victim to take place today
Mar 20, 2026 07:16
Final chapter of 'One Mystery, One Town' written in Edgeworthstown today
Students and artists gathered to celebrate the project's conclusion.
Feb 27, 2026 17:29
Longford man told to pay €5,500 for careless driving causing serious bodily harm to 81-year-old
The judge said it's lucky the pensioner wasn't killed.
Feb 5, 2026 17:05
Calls for new post-primary school for Edgeworthstown
Fine Gael Cllr Paul Ross is calling for support from Longford County Council at next weeks council meeting.
Feb 5, 2026 13:17
Edgeworthstown man jailed for 13 years for raping elderly, vulnerable neighbour
Sentencing him, Ms Justice Melanie Greally said she disagreed with the Director of Public Prosecution's assessment of the seriousness of the case.
Jan 27, 2026 13:33
Longford man who raped elderly, vulnerable neighbour jailed for 13 years
A man who attacked and raped his elderly, vulnerable neighbour during a violent home invasion, causing her “life-altering” harm, has been jailed for 13 years.
Jan 26, 2026 19:24
Funeral of N4 crash victim to take place today
The late Mr Kelly's funeral mass will take St Mary's Church, Granard at 12 noon.
Jan 8, 2026 07:33
Man named following fatal collision in Longford
He has been named locally as 36-year-old Francis Kelly with an address in County Longford.
Jan 4, 2026 15:11Shannonside Newsletter
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