News - Fine Gael
Gardai are losing some gun licence applications, Longford senator claims
Paraic Brady says Ireland has around 150,000 licensed firearms holders.
May 14, 2026 09:19
Domnick Connolly to become Roscommon cathaoirleach next month
Independent Laurence Fallon is due to become the leas-cathaoirleach.
May 8, 2026 10:46
Local TD to step back from his convenience store in Ballinalee after nearly two decades
The Fine Gael politician made the announcement on social media, saying he was handing over the running of Carrigy's DayTodayNews to new management.
May 2, 2026 13:46
Local TD accuses opposition of 'playing to the crowd' over fuel protests
Longford-Westmeath TD Micheál Carrigy has been speaking after a turbulent couple of weeks for Government.
Apr 20, 2026 17:44
Sinn Féin leader claims parties are trying to 'dismantle Irish neutrality'
Addressing a rally in Dublin yesterday, the Sinn Fein leader said Fianna Fail and Fine Gael want to scrap the Triple Lock - without consent and without a mandate.
Apr 19, 2026 07:24
Local Fine Gael senator says his party 'got it wrong' on fuel protests
Speaking in the Seanad yesterday, Longford senator Paraic Brady defended those who protested in the capital.
Apr 15, 2026 07:51
Local Fine Gael TD critical of Justice Minister's fuel blockade stance
There are ongoing disputes over who should have been consulted before Minister Jim O'Callaghan's unexpected announcement last Thursday.
Apr 14, 2026 13:07
Longford councillor says people are 'panic-buying' as fuel supply running dry
Nationally, there are fears up to 500 petrol stations could run dry by the end of today, if protesters continue to block fuel ports.
Apr 10, 2026 14:01
Local TD hits back at Sinn Féin claims of government inaction over fuel prices
It comes ahead of a Cabinet meeting next Tuesday to discuss measures to tackle the crisis.
Mar 20, 2026 18:02
Old Ballygar health centre to be demolished, HSE confirms
The centre was destroyed in a fire in 2021 with the front part of the building completely gutted.
Feb 25, 2026 07:41
Councillor calls for Longford to be included on fast track train line to Dublin
The issue has also been raised at recent council meetings in Leitrim.
Jan 25, 2026 16:07
Tributes pour in following passing of Longford's first female mayor
The long-serving politician was also the only female representative elected to Longford County Council in 1985.
Jan 11, 2026 12:47
Local TD backs government's Mercosur stance
Farmers are warning against the move, saying it will bring low quality beef into the country.
Jan 8, 2026 13:07
Drop standing charges during power cuts - Scahill
Gareth Scahill says thousands of households have had long power outages over the past year, due to storms.
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