News - Micheal Carrigy
7km stretch of water mains in Longford to be upgraded
Under the plans announced, 7.2 kilometre of old and damaged water mains in Abbeyshrule are to be repaired.
May 27, 2026 07:25
Lanesboro GP service to be maintained following appointment of new doctor
It follows the news last month that a new doctor was appointed to start work in Lanesboro in May.
May 21, 2026 08:40
HSE confirms occupational therapist has commenced employment at Longford Primary Care Centre
Local TD Micheál Carrigy welcomed the news, saying it will be a 'positive development' for patients and families who have been experiencing 'long waiting lists and service delays.'
May 12, 2026 18:11
Carrigy urges people to support local businesses as he steps back from shop
The shop has now been handed over to new management.
May 5, 2026 07:42
Local TD to step back from his convenience store in Ballinalee after nearly two decades
The Fine Gael politician made the announcement on social media, saying he was handing over the running of Carrigy's DayTodayNews to new management.
May 2, 2026 13:46
St Christopher's Special School in Longford allocated extra class
Fine Gael TD Micheál Carrigy says it will accommodate six children.
Apr 30, 2026 11:10
Local TD calls for further investment of Corlea Trackway
Micheál Carrigy asked the OPW whether further enhancement of the Corlea Trackway was on the cards.
Apr 24, 2026 17:21
Local TD hits back at Sinn Féin claims of government inaction over fuel prices
It comes ahead of a Cabinet meeting next Tuesday to discuss measures to tackle the crisis.
Mar 20, 2026 18:02
Longford gets extra €500,000 in housing adaptation grants this year
The funding, announced by Housing Minister James Browne this morning, will support older or disabled homeowners to upgrade or repair their homes, according to their needs.
Mar 9, 2026 13:23
Taoiseach defends garda numbers in Longford, amid concern over recent violence
Two men were seriously injured in a double-stabbing in Longford town earlier this month.
Feb 25, 2026 10:13
Fine Gael TD defends Longford's garda resources after double stabbing
Last week's meeting of Longford County Council revealed nine officers have left Longford since December, and only two have been replaced.
Feb 16, 2026 07:38
Local TD says more Garda recruitment 'not the solution' to crime in Co. Longford
Fine Gael TD Micheál Carrigy's comments come following a double stabbing in the county town on Monday, during which two men suffered serious injuries.
Feb 15, 2026 13:39
Longford patients who need eye consultant told to go to Dublin
Deputy Micheál Carrigy says local patients requiring a consultant ophthalmologist now have to attend the Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Hospital in Dublin.
Feb 10, 2026 07:19
People in Longford Town look back on Storm Éowyn on one-year anniversary
The devastation from the storm is still being felt today, with Coillte estimating it won't be until 2027 before its clean-up operation is complete.
Jan 24, 2026 14:43Shannonside Newsletter
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