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Minister Peter Burke meets tourism leaders to discuss 2026 priorities

Peter Burke is meeting industry leaders

Jan 19, 2026 08:22

Albert Reynolds collection unveiled by Public Expenditure Minister in Longford

The collection features archives, objects and books celebrating the life of former Taoiseach Albert Reynolds.

Nov 3, 2025 13:56

Official opening of Albert Reynolds Collection to take place in Longford on Monday

The collection features archives, objects and books celebrating the life of former Taoiseach Albert Reynolds.

Nov 2, 2025 14:19

Local TD: 118 children in region waiting on first CAMHS appointment

Sinn Féin’s Mental Health Spokesperson, Sorca Clarke, says over 4,500 children are on waiting lists across Ireland, with more than 760 waiting over a year.

Jun 15, 2025 14:51

Local families living in cars due to homelessness, says TD

Sorca Clarke was speaking in the Dáil this week during a discussion about the housing crisis.

Jun 15, 2025 11:48

Local TD says digitisation of health records 'lagging behind'

Longford-Westmeath TD Sorca Clarke, from Sinn Fein, is also a member of the committee.

May 24, 2025 13:37

Sinn Féin to hold Easter commemoration in Roscommon today

The annual event is taking place in Knockcroghery at 4 o'clock this afternoon.

Apr 19, 2025 11:07

OPW Minister says cost of Athlone flood defence works are 'worth it'

The Athlone works, which have caused a considerable amount of disruption to traffic in the town, are designed to protect the urban area from flooding once complete.

Mar 31, 2025 13:23

Over €1 million earmarked for local community organisations

The CRF was first introduced in 2023 to recognise the efforts made by communities in welcoming and supporting people coming to Ireland.

Feb 24, 2025 13:51

Local Independent TDs urged to make Mercosur a 'red line issue' in government talks

Independent Ireland MEP Ciaran Mullooly is warning newly elected Independent TDs that the deal will damage their constituents should it be implemented.

Jan 7, 2025 14:19

Enterprise Minister says new laws may be needed to tackle ticket touting

Many fans were left gutted some standing tickets for the Croke Park gigs, which went on general sale for 86.50 plus booking fees, shot up to over 400 euro.

Sep 2, 2024 07:30