News - Longford
Fine Gael councillor regrets lack of 'ministerial clout' in Longford
Local Cllr Peggy Nolan has labelled Longford as the "poorer relation":
Sep 11, 2025 16:28
Over 48,000 patients in Shannonside region are GP Visit Card holders
The visit card's eligibility is based on income thresholds and family circumstances.
Sep 10, 2025 17:06
Local TD welcomes possibility of hosting Irish Open at Trump's golf club
It's reported the County Clare course will host the tournament next year.
Sep 10, 2025 13:04
Over 300 social homes across region retrofitted since 2022
It is part of the government's climate action plan, which aims to bring social housing up to either a B2 or cost-optimal standard.
Sep 10, 2025 12:53
New and revised timetables for local bus routes to be launched next week
Longford councillor Uruemu Adejinmi attended the official launch of the bus timetables earlier this week.
Sep 10, 2025 12:45
McGregor supporters ask Longford council to nominate him for president
A total 21 candidates are looking for Longford council's endorsement.
Sep 9, 2025 19:36
Four arrested following violent Roscommon town incident
Gardaí are appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident to come forward.
Sep 9, 2025 16:14
Over €4.5 million spent on local Active Travel projects last year
A report on the climate action performance of every county in 2024 was published this morning.
Sep 9, 2025 13:16
Longford based company ordered to pay former employee €7,500 after WRC case
WRC Adjudication Officer Anne McElduff decided that the complaint was well founded and ordered the respondent to pay Mr Nevin €7,500.
Sep 9, 2025 08:50
Average size of a primary school class in Longford lowest in the country
The biggest classes are in Kildare, where there's a 23.8 pupil average, while Longford has the smallest average classes at 20.5 children.
Sep 8, 2025 08:21
Longford councillor opposes Fine Gael's decision to block independent presidential candidates
In the event of a nomination of a person other than ratified candidate Heather Humphreys, the Fine Gael local authority members are whipped to oppose it.
Sep 7, 2025 11:51
Popular Longford restaurant to change owners
They have thanked their loyal customers for their support over 9 years.
Sep 5, 2025 13:40
First ever Tour of Longford taking place this weekend
It's starting at the Connolly Barracks at 10am tomorrow morning.
Sep 5, 2025 13:18
Two alleged assaults in Longford town in 24 hours
Sep 5, 2025 10:54Shannonside Newsletter
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