News - Longford
Planning sought for works at a local train station
The structure would feature a pair of staircases, free standing lift shafts, support portals and a walkway, with plans also seeking the relocation of 14 car parking spaces and 1 EV charging point.
Dec 19, 2023 11:16
Local councillor hopeful CCTV will be in place by end of the year
Fine Gael councillor Paul Ross called for an update on the installation of cameras in Ballymahon and Edgeworthstown at a recent Ballymahon Municipal District meeting.
Dec 18, 2023 17:19
Average Shannonside earnings over €43,000 last year
Roscommon had the highest average annual earnings for 2022 in the region at €44,833.
Dec 18, 2023 08:43
Funding allocated to support participation of women in 2024 local elections
The funding was announced last week by Minister for Local Government and Planning, Kieran O’Donnell.
Dec 16, 2023 10:48
Appeal lodged against proposed works at a Longford service station
The service station was granted planning permission by Longford county planners in November for the change of use from retail to retail with ancillary off license use and the relocation of the main entrance door along western elevation.
Dec 14, 2023 13:10
People encouraged to participate in local Christmas initiative
Now in its second year, the "Giving Tree" provides people across the region the opportunity to help less fortunate children.
Dec 12, 2023 12:56
Plans lodged for 39 new homes in a Longford village
Longford County Planners will decide on the issue in February.
Dec 9, 2023 12:56
Strong winds forecast for region as Storm Elin tracks towards Ireland
Cathal Nolan from Ireland's Weather Channel, is advising the public to exercise caution this weekend and to make sure all loose objects around homes and gardens are taken indoors.
Dec 9, 2023 09:15
Over 300 approved housing projects reported across the region so far
Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon hold some of the country's lowest figures.
Dec 8, 2023 13:32
Appeal lodged against school in Longford village
The plans would see three classrooms and ancillary facilities developed on the site.
Dec 6, 2023 08:44
Local Senator reacts as man sentenced over threats to family
A victim impact statement from Senator previously described how the messages left him in fear for the security of his family.
Dec 5, 2023 22:27
Suspended sentence handed to man found guilty for harassing local senator
David Larkin of Ardnacassa Lawns pleaded guilty last year of harassing Senator Micheal Carrigy over the course of a number of months in 2021 and 2022.
Dec 5, 2023 13:28
Man found guilty of harassing local senator due to be sentenced today
The contact ranged from Facebook messages, to texts, to a voice mail, all of which included various threats to either the Senator or his children.
Dec 5, 2023 10:10
Tributes paid to a well known local publican who passed away recently
He owned O'Donoghues pub in Dublin from 1977 to 1988.
Dec 4, 2023 17:23Shannonside Newsletter
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