News - Longford
No injuries reported following Longford house fire
A fire broke out in a house in Ardnacassa, with an alarm raised at around 8:30 pm.
Sep 16, 2023 09:54
Plans for new education centre in Longford Village
A decision for the planning project is due at the end of November.
Sep 15, 2023 15:21
Vacancy the key issue affecting Longford housing- Senior Minister
Darragh O'Brien was speaking at the opening in Longford Town this afternoon.
Sep 15, 2023 13:17
Longford Gardaí appeal for witnesses following attempted armed robbery
He's reported to have threatened staff with a firearm before leaving the premises empty handed on foot.
Sep 15, 2023 09:56
Senior Minister to officially open Longford Public Realm works today
The developments were designed to enhance the pedestrian experience with new path treatments, street furniture and lighting.
Sep 15, 2023 08:30
Seven local producers among Blas na hÉireann finalists
Of the seven regional producers in the final, five are from Co. Westmeath, and two are from Co. Longford.
Sep 14, 2023 14:22
Biomethane produced in Longford could reduce carbon emissions
The industry would produce 18 Gigawatt hours of renewable gas and reduce carbon emissions by almost 5,000 tonnes a year.
Sep 14, 2023 13:16
Plans approved for upgrade of popular Longford National School
The special needs unit includes a central activity space, multi-sensory room, office, storage, and toilets.
Sep 14, 2023 08:30
Continuing increase in number of CAHMS refusals across the region
The CHO8 area, incorporating Roscommon currently has a 42% refusal rate, an increase from 35% last year.
Sep 13, 2023 13:07
Number of approved housing projects have increased in the region
Friday's CSO report outlined the number of apartment and housing unit planning permissions granted in the country per county this year.
Sep 13, 2023 08:11
Regional IFA Executive urges government to scrap nitrates derogation limits
Members of the organisation are protesting outside the Horse and Jockey hotel in Tipperary as they demand action from Fianna Fail politicians.
Sep 12, 2023 13:21
NTA report shows decline in taxis across the region
It comes as a recent National Transport Authority report outlines a local 24% decrease of taxis since the last decade.
Sep 12, 2023 13:14
French Ambassador highlights special bond with North Longford village
Speaking metres from the site of the famous battle, the Ambassador described his pride in celebrating the bond between the two nations.
Sep 11, 2023 08:12
Major price drop in milk to affect local dairy farmers
The latest figures from an ICMSA report show that dairy farmers across the Shannonside region will suffer a fall in revenue of almost €70 million.
Sep 8, 2023 07:45Shannonside Newsletter
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