News - Longford
Seanad hears glowing tributes to Drumlish woman Máire Lillis
Drumlish woman Máire Lillis passed away suddenly on Monday and her funeral was held on Wednesday.
Jul 11, 2026 12:11
Two men charged over €2m Longford drug seizure
Searches were carried out on July 2nd and July 8th at five business premises and two residential properties in Longford, Castlebar, Drogheda and Carlow.
Jul 10, 2026 16:25
Gardaí say they're focused on drug-trafficking at 'multiple-levels' - after major local seizure
Searches took place at five businesses and two homes in Castlebar, Longford, Mayo, Roscommon, Kildare and Drogheda on July 2nd and 8th.
Jul 10, 2026 13:17
High-temperature warning now in place in Longford
It'll remain in place until 7am on Sunday with highs of around 27 degrees, while it won't fall below 15 degrees at night.
Jul 10, 2026 13:09
Man (70s) seriously injured in Longford crash
Motorists are advised that the Cavan Road is closed at The Mill and diversions are in place.
Jul 10, 2026 12:37
Two men remain in custody after €2m of drugs found in Longford, Roscommon and elsewhere
Searches took place at five businesses and two homes in Castlebar, Longford, Mayo, Roscommon, Kildare and Drogheda on July 2nd and 8th.
Jul 10, 2026 07:44
Almost 70% of learner drivers in Leitrim pass driving test last month
That's according to new stats released by the CSO.
Jul 9, 2026 17:38
Man arrested in Longford after drugs worth €2m seized
Searches took place on the 2nd and 8th of July at five business premises and two homes in Longford, Castlebar, Drogheda and Carlow.
Jul 9, 2026 17:18
Status yellow high temperature warning issued for Longford
It comes into effect from 1pm tomorrow until 7am on Sunday.
Jul 9, 2026 11:19
Over 5,000 on live register last month
The Live Register is used to provide a monthly series.
Jul 8, 2026 18:09
Longford councillor calls for greater Garda numbers
It follows the assault of three Gardaí in Newbridge, Co Kildare this week.
Jul 7, 2026 17:31
'Crime of spite and revenge' - man jailed for nine years over massive Longford arson attack
The judge described it as ‘a crime of spite and revenge’.
Jul 7, 2026 15:22
Woman hospitalised following crash in Longford last weekend
No other injuries have been reported and no further information is available at this time.
Jul 6, 2026 17:29
Temperatures set to continue to rise
Temperatures are set to hit the high 20s in some parts of the country this week.
Jul 6, 2026 13:09Shannonside Newsletter
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