News - Fianna Fail
Joe Flaherty formally appointed Fianna Fail election candidate in Longford
The sitting TD was the only name on the list after Councillor Martin Monaghan withdrew his name following his nomination.
Aug 7, 2024 07:49
Fine Gael ranks as most popular party in the country
Fianna Fáil and Sinn Féin round out the top three.
Aug 4, 2024 08:21
Calls for lengthy sentences for other suspects in Frank Kilbride case
The former Longford councillor and mayor was jailed yesterday for three years and three months for laundering over €2.6 million.
Jul 31, 2024 13:52
North Longford sees highest Fine Gael local election vote nationally
The party secured three out of the five seats in the constituency with Cllrs Garry Murtagh, Paraic Brady and Padraig McNamara all elected.
Jul 25, 2024 14:40
Troy hopeful 'genuine error' on property disclosure won't affect election
The Standards in Public Office Commission is investigating the issue and a hearing was held last month.
Jul 23, 2024 17:41
Robert Troy confirmed as Fianna Fáil general election candidate
Athlone councillor Aengus O'Rourke was also nominated to contest the convention, but he withdrew after Fianna Fáil headquarters opted to select only one candidate in Westmeath.
Jul 22, 2024 21:01
Athlone's Aengus O'Rourke pulls out of general election race
O'Rourke says he has now withdrawn because Fianna Fáil has decided to run only two candidates.
Jul 13, 2024 11:31
Roscommon senator won't rule out any coalition deal after election
The Scramogoe man has confirmed he wants to regain his Dáil seat, which he lost in 2020.
Jul 1, 2024 08:15
Roscommon Cathaoirleach has sights on general election run
The Castlerea businessman says he's been inundated by well wishers urging him to enter national politics.
Jun 27, 2024 18:17
Roscommon Cathaoirleach calls for development of new factory
The Fianna Fáil councillor was elected as Cathaoirleach for the second time at last Friday's AGM.
Jun 24, 2024 13:08
Just 19 septic tank grants paid out in Longford so far this year
A local TD claims just a handful of inspections have been carried out in the county this year
Jun 21, 2024 09:22
Talks continue over coalition in Roscommon County Council
The last term saw a partnership between the eight Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael councillors and Independents.
Jun 13, 2024 17:59
New Longford Cathaoirleach wants party politics put aside
Councillor Casey will be the first Cathaoirleach of the county for the new council and will formally be appointed at the Annual General Meeting next week.
Jun 13, 2024 17:53
Fine Gael take control of Longford County Council after Independent deal
Lanesboro's Mark Casey will be announced as the new Cathaoirleach of Longford County Council next week.
Jun 12, 2024 19:54Shannonside Newsletter
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