News - Longford

Shannonside region under rain and wind warnings today

Flooding, poor visibility and difficulty driving conditions are possible.

Mar 12, 2026 07:23

Mea Strujic, 15, was last seen over a week ago, on Tuesday, March 10, at approximately 8pm.

Mar 11, 2026 20:36

The wait would be 137 years in Longford town, 116 years in Roscommon town, and 109 years in Manorhamilton, Co Leitrim.

Mar 11, 2026 08:13

It comes into effect at midnight and will remain in place until 6pm that evening.

Mar 10, 2026 16:47

The total allocation for the Shannonside region represents a 28% increase compared with last year's funding.

Mar 10, 2026 13:08

Only two of the 18 seats on Longford County Council are held by women, one of the lowest rates of female representation in the country.

Mar 9, 2026 17:46

Minister of State and Sligo-Leitrim TD Marian Harkin is encouraging the public to apply for the fund.

Mar 9, 2026 17:43

Nationally, 7,290 people were given opioid substitution treatment, under the medical card scheme, last year - up 96 from the previous year.

Mar 9, 2026 12:55

The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne, announced the allocations this morning.

Mar 9, 2026 11:00

Roscommon and Longford Local Enterprise Office's held their annual award ceremonies earlier this week.

Mar 8, 2026 12:33

The announcement comes from Minister Dara Calleary, who confirmed 126 shows nationwide will benefit from the funding.

Mar 7, 2026 10:28

The museum would be an immersive heritage attraction celebrating Longford's strong links to Irish country music.

Mar 6, 2026 13:47

Waiting lists for home care support in parts of the Shannonside region are the highest in the country.

Mar 6, 2026 13:41

The photographic exhibition will be on public display at Áras an Chontae for a week to International Women's Day.

Mar 5, 2026 13:48

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