News - Longford Town

Only two properties available to let as commercial accommodation in Longford Town

Cavan Town and Longford Town are the only areas in the region exempt from new laws that will curb short-term lets.

Feb 14, 2026 12:55

The restrictions were initially going to apply to towns with a population of over 10,000 - but that's now been increased to 20,000.

Feb 11, 2026 08:20

The area was closed off by gardai for around 24 hours after two men, aged in their 20s and 30s, were seriously injured in assaults.

Feb 11, 2026 08:12

A Town Centre First Information event will take place at Ballymahon Library on Wednesday next.

Feb 8, 2026 14:20

Minister for Children Norma Foley made the announcement earlier today.

Feb 3, 2026 12:55

The victim was taken to Mater Misericordiae Hospital in Dublin, for treatment of serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

Feb 3, 2026 11:43

The devastation from the storm is still being felt today, with Coillte estimating it won't be until 2027 before its clean-up operation is complete.

Jan 24, 2026 14:43

Gardaí from the Longford Divisional Drugs Unit carried the search of a house in the Richmond Street area of the town last Friday.

Jan 22, 2026 13:44

No arrests have been made.

Jan 8, 2026 07:46

Longford Fire Service and Gardaí responded to the scene and no injuries have been reported.

Dec 28, 2025 11:42

Nov 27, 2025 14:42

A sum of cash was reported as stolen during the course of the incident.

Nov 14, 2025 14:33

Oct 30, 2025 07:22

The case is due for mention in Longford Circuit Court this morning and the trial is due to begin on Friday.

Oct 28, 2025 07:21

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