News - Longford
Over 7,000 people still without power across region this afternoon
The Shannonside region was among the worst hit by the storm
Jan 23, 2024 13:25
Average price of a house in the Shannonside region now €235,000
New analysis carried out by the Irish Independent shows that house prices in Longford experienced one of the largest increases last year.
Jan 22, 2024 13:33
Planning sought for upgrade to local Athletics Club
The extension would incorporate a passenger lift and internal escape stairs.
Jan 21, 2024 14:29
Local TD urges public to check news sources
Longford-Westmeath TD Joe Flaherty was speaking to Let's Talk earlier this week
Jan 21, 2024 12:11
200 people granted Irish citizenship across region at most recent ceremony
The Ceremonies took place last month in the Convention Centre in Dublin.
Jan 21, 2024 09:18
Longford councillor calls for redevelopment of former army barracks
Jan 19, 2024 17:04
Greenlight given to Lanesboro energy development
Longford County Council planners granted permission for the development with 12 conditions attached.
Jan 19, 2024 17:02
Breaches detected by Workplace Relations Commission across the region
The majority of breaches detected related to working hours, with 44 complaints in Roscommon, 41 in Longford, and 35 in Leitrim.
Jan 19, 2024 13:10
Major funding earmarked for Longford Women's Link
It comes as Minister for Justice Helen McEntee announces a new fund worth €7.7 million.
Jan 19, 2024 11:04
Local Government TD wants intake of refugees paused
Fianna Fáil TD Joe Flaherty says the Government is losing the support of the people when it comes to accepting Ukrainian refugees.
Jan 18, 2024 16:59
Local Fire Service praised for quick response to refugee accommodation fire
The owner of the property has now withdrawn it from the agreement to house Ukrainian refugees.
Jan 18, 2024 07:57
Former Lanesboro convent will now not be used for refugee accommodation
The news was confirmed at a Longford County Council meeting this evening.
Jan 17, 2024 17:47
Almost 10 thousand people recorded on live register across the region
The Live register records the number of people registering for Jobseekers Benefit, Jobseekers allowance or any other entitlements at offices of the Department of Social Protection.
Jan 17, 2024 15:19
Emergency services called to fire at Lanesboro Convent
It's believed the incident was quickly brought under control, with the building reported to be undamaged.
Jan 16, 2024 23:10Shannonside Newsletter
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