News - Longford
Tributes being paid to former Longford Councillor Adie Farrell
A Fine Gael councillor for close to 40 years, Adie was first co-opted to his father's seat after he passed away.
Sep 30, 2024 17:21
Longford County Council praised for quick action in tackling safety issues at Lanesboro Harbour
The issue was highlighted last week by Local Councillor and County Cathaoirleach Mark Casey, following flood surges in recent weeks.
Sep 30, 2024 15:22
Planning sought for works at a well known hall in Longford
The proposed development would include new solar panels and repair and insulation works to the roof.
Sep 30, 2024 11:26
House prices soar in Leitrim by almost 12 per cent in a year
They have increased by 6 per cent in Roscommon and 3.1 per cent in Longford, according to the property website daft.ie.
Sep 30, 2024 07:38
Longford businesses urged to be on the look out for fake bank notes
Gardaí in Longford are investigating a number of incidents where fake notes were tendered to businesses over the last number of days.
Sep 28, 2024 09:12
Relics of St Bernadette of Lourdes make historic visit to St Mel's Cathedral
They are going on a tour around Ireland and will visit Knock, Ballaghaderreen and Athlone in the coming weeks.
Sep 27, 2024 17:00
Longford man describes French bus crash that injured 10 Irish tourists
Tiernan Dolan was on the bus that was involved in the crash today near the Spanish border.
Sep 27, 2024 16:35
Significant fire risks in a local nursing home according to HIQA
It found there was a shortage of staff, with only five staff rostered on night duty to cover three floors.
Sep 27, 2024 13:28
One of Longford's longest-running businesses set to close its doors
Donal Dobson's watchmakers and jewellers first opened in 1977, and is shutting down on Saturday
Sep 26, 2024 13:48
LISTEN: Longford takeaway to permanently close after massive fire
The two men injured in the blaze have been released from hospital and are making a good recovery.
Sep 25, 2024 16:27
Local sporting organisations give reaction to major funding announcement
Over 10 million euro has been allocated to support local and community grassroots sports clubs across the Shannonside Region.
Sep 25, 2024 13:22
HSE say they're committed to maintaining ophthalmology services in Longford Town
The issue has been raised by local representatives who have highlighted their anger over how patients, especially children, in Longford are being forced to travel long distances or take up private care to be seen.
Sep 25, 2024 13:18
Over €10m allocated to local sports clubs across the region
The funds are part of 230 million euro for new and improved sports facilities and equipment throughout the country under the Community Sport Facilities Fund.
Sep 25, 2024 07:20
Local timber company receive planning for staff welfare facility in Longford
Glennon Brothers Timber was founded over 100 years ago and is now considered a major industry player in the provision of timber products.
Sep 24, 2024 13:09Shannonside Newsletter
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