News - Longford
Swifts in Ireland face decline, warns Longford conservationist
Larry Mitchell from Swift Conservation Ireland says there is growing concern these birds are no longer nesting and breeding in the region.
Aug 4, 2025 13:59
Over 3,400 without power across Shannonside Region following Storm Floris
Outages are affecting 1,777 customers in Ballaghaderreen, 822 in Boyle, 818 in Longford, and 64 in Arigna.
Aug 4, 2025 09:34
Uisce Éireann to start upgrade works in south Longford
Over three miles of water mains will be replaced in Ballymahon.
Jul 30, 2025 13:48
Local Senator welcomes potential jobs boost for Longford
The former Eircom site was purchased by the council in May and Technimark's move into the facility could generate between 120 and 150 jobs.
Jul 29, 2025 10:20
Major expansion of US manufacturer in Longford could create up to 150 jobs
Technimark currently operates a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility on the Ballinalee Road in Longford Town.
Jul 28, 2025 17:16
Longford business says new trade deal will reduce local exports to the US
The Government says it regrets the imposition of tariffs but has welcomed the 0% carve out for aviation, and says pharma tariffs will also be capped at 15 per cent.
Jul 28, 2025 13:17
Emergency services at the scene of car fire in Longford town
The road remains closed and diversions are in place.
Jul 24, 2025 15:20
Longford Cllr says she's taking a HSE statement 'with a pinch of salt'
Cllr Peggy Nolan was reacting to the HSE's announcement yesterday that there's currently no decision to remove Regional Hospital Mullingar clinics.
Jul 24, 2025 13:38
Attic House proposed for new Family Resource Centre in Longford
It comes as the Longford Family Resource Centre steering committee launched its Needs Assessment Report yesterday.
Jul 24, 2025 08:23
HSE say no decision to remove Mullingar Hospital clinics from Longford
The clinic acts on a GP referral basis and for follow-up appointments for patients who've been treated in Mullingar.
Jul 23, 2025 17:28
Needs Assessment Report launched in Longford Town
The presentation stressed the impact these centres can have on local families, who have described the support as a 'lighthouse on stormy waters.'
Jul 23, 2025 17:24
Man accused of raping elderly woman in Longford sent forward for trial
The man, who is in his 30s, faces seven charges.
Jul 22, 2025 17:38
Planning permission sought for extension of Co. Longford school
County planners have received the application and are due to make a decision by September.
Jul 22, 2025 11:07
Councillor raises concerns over future of clinical facility in Longford town
It acts on a GP referral basis and for follow-up appointments for patients who've been treated in Mullingar.
Jul 21, 2025 17:19Shannonside Newsletter
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