News - Longford
Public Expenditure Minister in Longford today
Nov 3, 2025 07:35
Local motorists advised to exercise caution
Surface water remains on many local, regional and national roads.
Nov 3, 2025 07:28
Longford’s Cian McPhillips nominated for 2025 Male Athlete of the Year
He joins Ben Healy, Fintan McCarthy, and Rory McIlroy on the shortlist for the award.
Nov 2, 2025 08:55
Longford's annual Halloween festival hailed as 'major success' for county
The Dead of Night Festival concluded last night with a Fire and Shadows Procession through Longford town.
Nov 1, 2025 13:47
Local train passengers advised to expect disruptions this weekend
Irish Rail says the works are essential to improve track infrastructure and apologises for any inconvenience.
Nov 1, 2025 09:45
Investigations continuing into Ardagh drugs seizure
During the course of the search, up to €10,000 in cannabis herb was seized.
Oct 31, 2025 07:23
Glowing HIQA report for Longford centre
An unannounced inspection of St. Christopher's Services was carried out in July, the details of which have been published today.
Oct 30, 2025 13:34
Longford to benefit from Community Safety Fund
The initiative helps young people build confidence, make positive choices, and avoid the dangers of drug misuse.
Oct 30, 2025 13:29
Local events to highlight addiction issues
The Problem Gambling Support service is teaming up with Longford GAA to offer support to those affected.
Oct 29, 2025 17:24
Pilot imported €8.4m worth of cocaine into Longford
The four women and eight men of the jury returned unanimous guilty verdicts on all the pilot's charges, after three hours and 16 minutes of deliberations.
Oct 29, 2025 14:43
Local toll users set to be hit with increases
The biggest rise in cost will be felt by those using the Dublin Port Tunnel in the morning.
Oct 29, 2025 12:31
Longford has second lowest number of asylum-seekers in Ireland
There are 143 in the county, according to the Department of Migration.
Oct 29, 2025 08:47
Just six new council houses in Longford this year
Oct 28, 2025 16:59
Drivers fined in Longford for parking in disabled bays
Gardai patrolled the county town in recent days.
Oct 28, 2025 11:47Shannonside Newsletter
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