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LISTEN: Longstanding business owner speaks of devastation over Longford fire

Grafters Hair Company is one the businesses badly affected, and salon owner Pauline Belton is devastated by the damage done.

Jul 29, 2024 00:20

No injuries have been reported.

Jul 28, 2024 11:25

The scene is currently preserved for forensic and technical examination.

Jul 28, 2024 08:31

Gardaí say the incident occurred at approximately 5.40pm yesterday evening.

Jun 27, 2024 07:17

There are reports that traffic has been reduced to one lane in the area and motorists are advised to exercise caution.

Jun 26, 2024 17:21

The forest fire spread through a number of forestry plantations.

May 12, 2024 20:13

The blaze broke out on Saturday at the site, where anti-immigrant protests were held in recent weeks.

Apr 15, 2024 09:32

The scene is currently being preserved for a technical examination.

Apr 5, 2024 09:40

The scene is preserved for a technical examination by the Garda Technical Bureau.

Mar 26, 2024 17:42

The blaze broke out at a house in Ardnacassa Lawns on Saturday evening shortly before 10 o'clock.

Mar 4, 2024 14:06

The owner of the property has now withdrawn it from the agreement to house Ukrainian refugees.

Jan 18, 2024 07:57

Emergency services were alerted to the incident at a former convent in Lanesboro at around 9 o'clock last night.

Jan 17, 2024 13:52

It's believed the incident was quickly brought under control, with the building reported to be undamaged.

Jan 16, 2024 23:10

Anyone who may have witnessed anything suspicious is asked to contact Athlone Garda Station on 090 6498550.

Nov 30, 2023 16:08

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