News - Longford
Success in vaccine rollout resulting in low numbers at walk-in centres according to local GP
According to a Longford GP, the majority of those seeking a vaccine have already received their first dose.
Aug 10, 2021 13:35
Just 365 people vaccinated at local walk in centres over the weekend
This weekend's numbers were substantially lower than those attending the walk in centres at the start of this month.
Aug 9, 2021 17:24
€465m spent on social welfare supports locally last year
Almost €100m was spent on social supports in Roscommon alone.
Aug 9, 2021 16:29
Submissions for Longford Draft County Development Plan to close tomorrow
The public has until 4 pm tomorrow to lodge their submissions to the plan.
Aug 9, 2021 13:09
Longford Gardaí arrest motorist following positive drugs test
Gardaí can analyze saliva samples and detect the presence of opiates, cocaine, benzodiazepines and cannabis.
Aug 9, 2021 11:15
Longford Community Groups to receive funding worth over €34,000
This grant allowed groups to enhance facilities in disadvantaged areas.
Aug 8, 2021 09:28
Longford's French twin town nods to their Celtic links with new statue
The red hair on the statue of "Marianne" is thought to symbolise the town's Irish links.
Aug 8, 2021 08:22
Weather forces cancellation of Longford Live and Local weekend concerts
By the time it finishes, Longford Live and Local will have seen over 50 live outdoor music events having taken place in towns and villages around County Longford.
Aug 6, 2021 17:46
Longford domestic violence specialist urging people in distress to get help
Support services are saying “crimes of passion” do not exist and says intoxication or jealousy are not excuses for violence.
Aug 6, 2021 13:44
More time granted for major Longford commercial development
The plans would see the former Longford Creamery site turned into a major commercial development.
Aug 6, 2021 11:43
Plans lodged for major expansion to Longford Solar Farm
The new development would result in a major piece of energy infrastructure developed in the midlands.
Aug 5, 2021 14:17
Concerns as local students on the PUP unable to apply for SUSI grant until September
Many students are concerned they will not be able to attend college in the new academic year due to the uncertainty over the granting of the support.
Aug 5, 2021 14:05
Longford walk-in vaccination centre to re-open this Friday
Anyone over the age of 16 can get a jab
Aug 4, 2021 16:58
Over 600 fewer people claiming PUP locally this week
Roscommon recorded the most significant drop as people returned to their workplaces.
Aug 4, 2021 12:57Shannonside Newsletter
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