News - Longford
CSO report highlights remote living
The Central Statistics Office's report examines social and economic characteristics of life in Ireland across urban and rural areas.
Apr 23, 2026 13:08
Local farmers facing impacts of fuel crisis
Earlier this month, a package of measures on fuel costs and to support the transport and farming sectors was announced.
Apr 23, 2026 13:07
Calls for greater Garda visibility in Longford
A number of issues have been raised locally about the rise of anti-social behaviour in the county.
Apr 23, 2026 13:05
Local counties see population decline since 1926
The National Archives have released the 1926 Census of Population records, which show that Ireland's population was 2.97 million that year.
Apr 21, 2026 13:19
Drop in burglaries reported locally
New figures show major reductions in both the Roscommon/Longford and Sligo-Leitrim Garda divisions.
Apr 21, 2026 13:14
Calls for new measures to be introduced to tackle littering in Longford
Fianna Fáil Councillor Kevin Hussey raised the issue at yesterday's Longford Municipal District meeting.
Apr 21, 2026 07:52
Drug-related intimidation happening in every parish, says local Inspector
The County Longford Drug and Alcohol Forum recently launched a new website for support services.
Apr 20, 2026 17:39
Pilot bus service to operate in Longford
They'll be in service on Bank Holiday weekends in May, June, August and October and on Culture Night.
Apr 20, 2026 13:47
Longford to play host to Leinster Community Games finals next weekend
It's expected to provide a boost to the local economy with over 120 teams taking part.
Apr 19, 2026 14:07
Longford Fianna Fáil councillor says Taoiseach should 'bow out gracefully' after EU Presidency
It comes after Micheál Martin says he doesn't feel his leadership is under threat.
Apr 17, 2026 13:39
Minister to officially reopen outdoor games area in Longford this month
The Minister for Rural and Community Development will be making the visit in two weeks' time.
Apr 17, 2026 13:11
Longford national school benefits from new special classes allocations
Gaelscoil Longfoirt has been allocated an autism spectrum disorder early intervention class.
Apr 16, 2026 07:45
Longford is Ireland's cheapest place to buy a home for joint first-time buyers
Longford was revealed to be the most affordable place for joint first-time buyers for the third consecutive year.
Apr 16, 2026 07:19
Three hospitalised after county Longford crash
The road was closed for a period of time but his since reopened.
Apr 15, 2026 18:23Shannonside Newsletter
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