News - Longford
Minister urged to install Superintendent in Longford town
It follows reports this week that the current Garda chief is set to move to another division.
Apr 15, 2026 17:09
We need cost-of-living supports and mini-Budget - Flaherty
Joe Flaherty applauded farmers for their recent protests - and apologised to them for 'what they had to do'.
Apr 15, 2026 09:19
'One-stop shop' to support children and adults in Longford
The new website will act as a central online hub to provide support pathways for children and adults in Longford.
Apr 14, 2026 13:19
New Longford Superintendent to be assigned
Outgoing Superintendent Michael Dorrigan took up the position in August 2024, and is now being transferred to Dundalk Garda Station.
Apr 14, 2026 13:11
Local Fine Gael TD critical of Justice Minister's fuel blockade stance
There are ongoing disputes over who should have been consulted before Minister Jim O'Callaghan's unexpected announcement last Thursday.
Apr 14, 2026 13:07
Disruption at local schools as practical exams cancelled for today
The State Examinations Commission announced last night it was deferring the Leaving Cert Music and Junior Cycle Home Economics practicals, which were scheduled for today.
Apr 13, 2026 13:33
Longford councillor says people are 'panic-buying' as fuel supply running dry
Nationally, there are fears up to 500 petrol stations could run dry by the end of today, if protesters continue to block fuel ports.
Apr 10, 2026 14:01
Local property prices continue to rise
The latest MyHome.ie Property Price report has been published.
Apr 9, 2026 13:41
Witness appeal issued over Longford crash
Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene on the R392 at around 6:45pm on Wednesday evening.
Apr 9, 2026 13:33
Two men seriously injured after horror crash in Longford
Two men were airlifted to hospital following the incident in Derrylough.
Apr 9, 2026 04:58
New fire station on the way for Ballymahon
The announcement has been made the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage under the new Fire Services Capital Plan.
Apr 7, 2026 10:04
Over 4,000 working family payment recipients across local region
The Working Family Payment (WFP) is a weekly tax-free payment for employees with children.
Apr 5, 2026 14:37
Over 500 homes across region still without power this morning
Storm Dave caused over 2,000 outages locally yesterday evening, with most of these restored this morning.
Apr 5, 2026 08:42
Local councillor calls for a new family festival in Longford
Fine Gael Cllr Niall Gannon brought a motion forward to the latest Longford Municipal District Meeting.
Apr 4, 2026 12:41Shannonside Newsletter
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