News - Longford
Major development works on the way for local towns
Dec 29, 2025 08:17
Contractor for €7 million overhaul of Connolly Barracks to be appointed in March
The former barracks closed in 2009 and it was bought by Longford County Council three years later.
Dec 27, 2025 09:49
Over 25,000 local NCT failures so far this year
The statistics were made available on the official NCT website.
Dec 24, 2025 11:23
Jesus knew what it was like to be a refugee and homeless, says local Reverend
Reverend Canon Simon Scott oversees the Longford group of parishes.
Dec 24, 2025 07:39
No permission given to erect tricolour flags
The matter has become a cultural flashpoint nationally in recent months.
Dec 23, 2025 11:32
Local projects to benefit from town and village renewal funding
It's part of over 24 million euro in Town and Village Renewal funding for 77 projects nationwide.
Dec 22, 2025 13:05
Over €2 million in funding for eight local projects
It's part of over €24 million in Town and Village Renewal funding for 77 projects nationwide.
Dec 22, 2025 10:23
Flu continues to impact the local region
Earlier this week, it emerged that flu rates in county Leitrim are higher than the national average.
Dec 19, 2025 18:06
Popular Longford market announces schedule change
It will move from its long-standing Saturday slot to every Sunday from January 11th, 2026.
Dec 19, 2025 17:37
Up to 10 per cent rise in local homes
Dec 19, 2025 13:12
Longford Chief Executive says Connolly Barracks project to start early next year
It's expected to be completed in October 2027.
Dec 19, 2025 11:34
Gardaí probe Longford break-in in early hours of morning
No arrests have been made and anyone with any information is being urged to contact Longford Garda Station on 043-3350570
Dec 19, 2025 08:09
Investigation continues into alleged assault in Longford
A man, aged in his 20s was taken to the Midlands Regional Hospital Tullamore for treatment.
Dec 18, 2025 17:03
Over 600 benefit locally from pay-related benefit
The maximum rate is 450 euro a week, and you can get it for up to nine months.
Dec 18, 2025 13:14Shannonside Newsletter
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