News - Longford
Over 130 staff at St. Christopher's in Longford begin industrial action today
The centre on the Battery Road in Longford Town provides a community-based service for people with intellectual difficulties.
Nov 18, 2024 13:35
Planning permission sought for Stonepark housing development
Longford county planners have received the application and are due to make a decision in the coming months.
Nov 18, 2024 08:19
Local learner drivers waiting up to 26 weeks to take test
Despite efforts by the Road Safety Authority to reduce the delay in getting a test, no-shows have increased on an average monthly basis.
Nov 11, 2024 14:18
Three males arrested over 29 burglaries across region released without charge
The arrests came as part of the Garda investigation into organised criminal activity and burglaries in Mayo, Roscommon, Longford, Westmeath and Sligo.
Nov 10, 2024 11:57
Plans for tourist accommodation at popular Longford pub
County planners will decide on the application later this year.
Nov 6, 2024 14:36
Go ahead for major Longford housing project
They'll include at least 25 affordable houses, and the rest will be council homes.
Nov 6, 2024 08:46
Gardaí renew appeal for information following theft at Longford farm
The incident occurred at a farm yard in Clonterm, Longford, in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Nov 5, 2024 17:32
Average earnings in Shannonside region over €41,000 last year
The Central Statistics Office provided a breakdown of last year's incomes per county.
Nov 5, 2024 17:04
Three arrests made as part of investigation into 29 burglaries across region
The arrests come as part of the Garda investigation into organised criminal activity and burglaries in Mayo, Roscommon, Longford, Westmeath and Sligo.
Nov 5, 2024 14:08
Longford holiday resort welcomes one millionth guest
The company is a major employer in the Shannonside region with over 1,200 staff currently on its books.
Nov 3, 2024 12:18
Investigation underway following theft of equipment from Longford farm yard
Among the items stolen were a Dublin registered silver Toyota Land Cruiser jeep, a yellow Chieftain double axle plant trailer and a Honda Gator.
Nov 3, 2024 11:08
Longford pharmacist says social media sets 'unrealistic' sexual expectations
A survey by pharmaceutical company Sanofi found nearly half regularly compare their sexual experiences to what they see online.
Nov 2, 2024 13:19
Local groups recognised at this year's Tidy Towns Awards
Ballinahown in Co. Westmeath were named Ireland's tidiest village.
Nov 1, 2024 13:55
Gardaí in Longford issue warning regarding scam texts
The text tells the individual that they are entitled to discounted electricity bills under the emergency benefit scheme.
Oct 30, 2024 17:22Shannonside Newsletter
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