News - Longford
Edgeworthstown man jailed for 13 years for raping elderly, vulnerable neighbour
Sentencing him, Ms Justice Melanie Greally said she disagreed with the Director of Public Prosecution's assessment of the seriousness of the case.
Jan 27, 2026 13:33
Investigation continuing into a theft from a house in Longford
The incident happened in the early hours of Friday, January 23rd in the St. Michael's Road area of the town.
Jan 27, 2026 13:09
Rail passengers advised of delays to local service
Iarnród Éireann confirmed the disruption is due to to congestion caused by flooding at multiple locations.
Jan 27, 2026 07:39
Local motorists advised caution
Surface water remains on many local, regional and national roads.
Jan 27, 2026 07:25
Local region remains under yellow weather warning
The warning, for wind came into effect at 3am this morning.
Jan 27, 2026 07:22
Longford man who raped elderly, vulnerable neighbour jailed for 13 years
A man who attacked and raped his elderly, vulnerable neighbour during a violent home invasion, causing her “life-altering” harm, has been jailed for 13 years.
Jan 26, 2026 19:24
Drugs seized during Leitrim Garda clampdown
Checkpoints and patrols were conducted on a number of roads, including the N4.
Jan 26, 2026 07:20
Councillor calls for Longford to be included on fast track train line to Dublin
The issue has also been raised at recent council meetings in Leitrim.
Jan 25, 2026 16:07
Local TD disappointed with non-commitment of Minister
Norma Foley visited Attic House - the planned building for the centre.
Jan 22, 2026 17:27
PODCAST: Minister visits location of Longford's planned family resource centre
Norma Foley visited the planned location of the facility today.
Jan 22, 2026 13:29
Longford town is one of 50 applications for 10 family resource centres - Minister
Minister Norma Foley visited the Attic House on the Ballinalee Road, which has been identified as the premises for the centre.
Jan 22, 2026 12:00
Shannonside sports partnerships allocated almost €1m
Leitrim is getting almost €227,000, with Longford allocated nearly €312,000, and Roscommon getting almost €402,000.
Jan 21, 2026 10:53
Leading economist dismisses farmers' Mercosur concerns
A major protest is taking place in Strasbourg today against the agreement between the EU and four South American countries.
Jan 20, 2026 12:51
Local families to benefit from new-born baby grant
Minister for Social Protection, Dara Calleary released the figures this week.
Jan 20, 2026 12:47Shannonside Newsletter
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