News - Longford
10th international Farrell Clan Rally to be launched
Activities will be taking place this year from July 20th to 24th, with parades and historical tours planned for this year.
Jun 11, 2026 13:05
Local Councillor calls on the local authority to invite King Charles to county
King Charles is set to visit Ireland next year.
Jun 10, 2026 17:21
New survey shows local counties among best in Ireland to raise a family
A new survey by QuoteDevil weighed up key metrics such as schools, crime rates and access to green spaces.
Jun 10, 2026 13:12
'Love Life, Love Longford' campaign officially launched
It was launched on Shannonside FM this afternoon by Cllrs Peggy Nolan, Garry Murtagh and Ureumu Adejinmi.
Jun 9, 2026 17:44
Report finds growing number of Gaeilge exemptions
Conradh na Gaeilge's report says it's a worsening crisis.
Jun 9, 2026 13:10
Over 10,000 learner drivers locally
The figures show there hasn't been any major increases in the past year across the region.
Jun 9, 2026 13:08
Local councillor wants review of Longford's Differential Rent Scheme
The Fianna Fáil councillor says households are struggling despite bringing in two incomes.
Jun 9, 2026 13:06
Special class on the way for local school
It's the fifth primary school in Longford to be sanctioned for a special class.
Jun 8, 2026 13:14
16 people locally are aged 100 or more
The Department of Social Protection has published the figures.
Jun 8, 2026 13:13
Local towns improve in IBAL rankings
The latest lrish Business Against Litter rankings have been published.
Jun 8, 2026 13:04
Over 19,000 cars across region fail NCT in first five months of 2026
Castlerea had the highest pass rate in the region at 47.8 per cent.
Jun 7, 2026 14:53
Cruinniú na nÓg activities to kick off across the Shannonside region today
Lego making is one of the highlights in Co Longford, where a sculpture of St Mel's Cathedral will be unveiled.
Jun 6, 2026 10:10
Local childcare costs remain high
The figures come as part of a parliamentary question from Kildare North TD Aidan Farrelly to Minister for Children, Norma Foley.
Jun 5, 2026 17:11
Breakthrough in SIPTU ambulance dispute
Among the stations which saw action included Carrick-on-Shannon, Longford, Loughlynn, Boyle and Athlone.
Jun 5, 2026 13:32Shannonside Newsletter
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