News - Joe Flaherty
Longford senator backs Martin to continue as Fianna Fáil leader after by-election flops
It was a bad weekend for Fianna Fáil in both by-elections, with a second last finish in Dublin Central for John Stephens, and Cillian Keane coming fifth in Galway West.
May 25, 2026 09:18
Longford Fianna Fáil Senator launches scathing attack on former party colleague
The clash erupted during a debate on women's rights and political representation.
May 20, 2026 17:15
We need cost-of-living supports and mini-Budget - Flaherty
Joe Flaherty applauded farmers for their recent protests - and apologised to them for 'what they had to do'.
Apr 15, 2026 09:19
Longford senator rejects claims filling stations are price-gouging
Petrol and diesel prices have surged since the Iran war - with both fuels going above 2 euro a litre.
Mar 27, 2026 13:37
Longford senator welcomes increase in funding allocated to vacant social homes
Over €1.2 million has been earmarked across Leitrim, Longford, and Roscommon.
Mar 10, 2026 18:02
Man dumped outside Longford Garda Station after double stabbing
A local councillor says armed gardai are needed to prevent a reprisal.
Feb 10, 2026 11:33
Longford Fianna Fáil senator will still vote for Jim Gavin in presidential election
The GAA legend pulled out of the race last weekend after he emerged he owed a tenant more than €3,000, dating back to 2009.
Oct 9, 2025 14:16
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
Youth services announced for the vulnerable and marginalised
10 are set to be rolled out across the country - including in Longford-Westmeath and Mayo-Sligo-Leitrim.
Aug 27, 2025 13:10
Yearly allocation of €350,000 secured for enhancement of local trails
The investment aims to boost tourism and enhance amenities along the Midlands trail network.
Aug 11, 2025 13:38
Minister Dara Calleary to visit Longford town and Granard today
Dara Calleary will be visiting a newly-opened sensory playground in Longford Town this evening, and will also be stopping by Granard to officially reopen the tennis and basketball courts at the Higginstown Complex.
Jul 17, 2025 07:24
Senator says Longford minor injury unit 'unlikely' to be developed in the near future
That's according to local senator Joe Flaherty, who welcomed the news of the potential development.
Jun 27, 2025 12:36
Longford senators call for government aid for forest owners amid 'crisis'
Around 700 million euro worth of forestry was knocked down during Storm Eowyn, according to the Irish Forest Owners.
Feb 14, 2025 13:50
LISTEN: Castlerea's Gareth Scahill "in complete shock" over Seanad appointment
The Fine Gael man was one of the Taoiseach’s 11 nominees for the Seanad yesterday.
Feb 8, 2025 09:46Shannonside Newsletter
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