News - Longford
Several areas in North Longford set to benefit from high speed internet
The roll out of high speed Internet has brought connections to over 8,600 properties so far in Longford.
Mar 17, 2025 13:35
Longford drama club fundraising for permanent home
Mostrim Players Drama Group is based in Edgeworthstown and have been successfully bringing plays and shows to Longford and surrounding areas.
Mar 15, 2025 13:13
Longford Cllr calls for maintenance programme for walkways throughout county
Fianna Fáil Cllr Sean Mimnagh brought forward a motion to yesterdays Longford County Council meeting.
Mar 13, 2025 13:34
Man appears in court charged with alleged Longford rape
It is alleged that the rape occurred on February 25, 2025, at the home of the victim.
Mar 13, 2025 12:26
Man arrested in connection with alleged serious assault on woman in Edgeworthstown
Gardai say the attack is reported to have happened in Edgeworthstown on Tuesday, February 25th.
Mar 12, 2025 20:36
Pharmaceutical executive revives historic Longford café
The new business is operating on the old site of the Red Rose Cafe, a popular former business that operated for over 30 years in the town.
Mar 12, 2025 15:03
Over one million euro in outstanding court fines locally since 2020
Despite issuing 443 unpaid fines, the Carrick-on-Shannon district was found to be one of the most compliant in the country.
Mar 12, 2025 14:45
Local authority officials travel to US for St Patrick's Day festivities
Every representative will partake in dinner dances which will be held in honour for their respective counties on Friday.
Mar 12, 2025 14:40
Gardaí attending scene of collision in Co. Longford
It's not clear whether there are any injuries at this time.
Mar 11, 2025 13:48
Co. Longford holds highest number of vacant council homes in region
The findings were received through a Freedom of Information request submitted by Aontú leader, Peadar Tóibín.
Mar 9, 2025 13:43
Retired people seeking homes in scenic areas driving up local house prices
The data shows people heading into retirement are particularly interested in homes in coastal areas such as parts of Co. Leitrim, which is causing a rise in demand.
Mar 9, 2025 12:07
Over €90,000 secured for agricultural shows across region
The funding was announced by Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary.
Mar 8, 2025 16:20
Longford writer selected as finalist in 'Women Changing the World' awards
The global awards program aims to elevate and celebrate women in their journey as changemakers and trailblazers across a range of industries.
Mar 7, 2025 17:06
Longford Cllr critical following recent broadband and phone issues
Many people across the region have been left without broadband and phone coverage for weeks following Storm Éowyn.
Mar 7, 2025 13:11Shannonside Newsletter
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