News - Longford
46pc increase in local drivers given EV grants last year
Tarmonbarry councillor Tom Crosby says the grants should be higher to incentivise people to switch.
Apr 1, 2026 07:40
Only 581 gardai for 9,000 sq km in Roscommon/Longford
There are only 551 officers to cover 4,200 square kilometres in Westmeath and Meath.
Apr 1, 2026 07:33
Man hospitalised after Ballymahon crash
Anyone who may have witnessed the collision is being asked to contact Gardaí.
Mar 30, 2026 17:44
Local speeding initiative highlighted
Longford County Council and Gardai have been running a similar initiative since 2023.
Mar 30, 2026 17:30
Over 3,000 criminal offences in last three months of 2025
Figures published by the Central Statistics Office do show similar offences were carried out in both the Sligo-Leitrim and Roscommon-Longford Garda divisions.
Mar 30, 2026 17:23
Pleasant weather to continue locally
Counties Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon have each seen mixed conditions in recent days.
Mar 30, 2026 14:01
Study highlights concerns of locals
More than 100 women took part in structured discussions at a series of deliberative cafés, which also took place in Edgeworthstown.
Mar 30, 2026 13:55
First phase of major development at Center Parcs to be completed in the next year
The popular tourist attraction in Co. Longford is investing a further €100m in various developments at their Ballymahon site.
Mar 28, 2026 10:55
Over 30,000 fuel allowance recipients across local region
The Fuel Allowance is a payment to help with the cost of heating your home during the winter months.
Mar 28, 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 TD raises urgent concerns about 'mouldy and damp' state of local school
Cloontagh National School, located between Lanesboro and Ballymahon still awaits the delivery of a special classroom.
Mar 27, 2026 13:15
Calls for new public car park to be developed in Longford Town
Fianna Fáil Cllr Kevin Hussey is bringing forward a motion to next weeks Longford Municipal District meeting.
Mar 26, 2026 13:30
House prices across region still among lowest in the country
The latest Daft.ie report shows market prices in counties Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon have each seen an increase.
Mar 26, 2026 10:55
Five local schools to benefit from major funding
They'll get extra supports to employ more teachers, support staff and other measures.
Mar 25, 2026 13:15Shannonside Newsletter
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