News - Longford
Four times more local students accessing hot meals programme since 2020
The Hot School Meals programme provides regular, nutritious food to children to support them during their school day.
Jul 5, 2023 13:49
Irish Cancer Society hosting free health checks tomorrow and Thursday
The clinics will be available in Longford Shopping Centre on Wednesday and Thursday from 9am to 6pm.
Jul 4, 2023 17:20
World famous orchestra to perform in Longford this month
The concert is being hosted by the Cruthú Arts Festival
Jul 4, 2023 14:04
New car sales on the rise across the Shannonside region
A total of 1,376 cars have been sold so far this year in Longford, Leitrim, and Roscommon.
Jul 4, 2023 13:25
Further community developments to be confirmed at former greyhound track
Contracts for the construction of the skate park were signed last week, with work expected to begin before year's end.
Jul 3, 2023 13:56
Over 5,500 intoxication checkpoints carried out by local gardaí last year
Figures for the first 6 months of 2023 show 7,458 breathalysers and 132 oral fluid tests completed across the two Garda divisions so far.
Jul 3, 2023 13:35
Major step forward in construction of Longford Skate Park
Contracts for the construction of the amenity were signed last week, with work expected to begin before year's end.
Jul 3, 2023 08:53
Over 200 people in Emergency Accommodation across the Shannonside Region
Nationally 12, 441 people were homeless in May - a new record high.
Jul 3, 2023 07:48
55 government lobbyists with addresses in Shannonside Northern Sound region
One of the duties of SIPO is to ensure the transparency of the lobbying of public officials.
Jul 2, 2023 12:47
Longford Agricultural Show gets underway today
A large crowd is expected to attend the event with an array of activities on offer.
Jul 2, 2023 09:09
Public urged to help return beloved family pet to Termonbarry owners
Mashket, which means 'treat' in Polish, is a long haired brown and black cat with green eyes resembling a Maine coon or Norwegian forest cat.
Jun 30, 2023 13:47
Over €170,000 awarded to local forests
The investment goes into forest parks, trails, play areas, carparks and toilet facilities.
Jun 30, 2023 11:12
Colm Murray elected as Cathaoirleach of Longford County Council
Councillor Murray joined the council in 2013 following his co-option to Paddy Belton's seat.
Jun 30, 2023 07:50
Longford senator criticises RTE governance at Oireachtas Committee
Speaking at today's committee, the Ballinalee postmaster says the controversy has affected people's trust in the national broadcaster.
Jun 28, 2023 17:05Shannonside Newsletter
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