News - North Longford
People urged to be wary of bogus callers in North Longford
There have been reports of scammers calling to homes and claiming they are working as external contractors on behalf of Longford County Council.
Apr 14, 2026 11:25
Local councillor says more support needed for people on Community Employment schemes
The Fine Gael Councillor who himself is an outgoing CE supervisor says changes need to be made to the scheme to better support participants.
Jun 13, 2025 13:13
North Longford man appointed to be next chief executive of Animal Health Ireland
Animal Health Ireland helps control non-regulation diseases.
Apr 11, 2025 13:42
Planning sought for new housing development in North Longford
Longford County Planners are due to make a decision on the application on the 17th of January.
Jan 6, 2025 07:57
Battle of Ballinamuck to be commemorated in Longford today
This year's commemoration will see the screening of a new documentary titled 'Ballinamuck' at the 98 Hall in the village.
Sep 8, 2024 13:13
Local Credit Union office to close down next month
The Drumlish and Arva offices will remain available to serve the local community.
May 13, 2024 12:48
North Longford community in shock following death of elderly couple
The bodies were discovered on Saturday evening, with the cause of death suspected to be due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning.
Jan 8, 2024 13:06
Plans for Longford remote working hub have been overturned
The application had been lodged for the transformation of an existing public house on St. Mary's Street in Drumlish, into the mixed use development.
Nov 24, 2023 08:11
Dromard Camino Walk to take place in Longford next week
The route is 35 km long, and will span the landscape of the Dromard Parish and its villages.
Sep 10, 2023 12:18
Battle of Ballinamuck anniversary celebrations have kicked off in Longford
The 225th anniversary of the 1798 Battle of Ballinamuck celebrations kicked off in the North County Longford historical village last week and are due to continue until Sunday.
Sep 9, 2023 11:12
Councillor calls for bypass around north Longford town
It was raised at a meeting of the MD this week.
May 24, 2023 17:29
Older people in Longford invited to attend an information day
For more information on the event or for transport options available please contact Peter Masterson on 083 305 1786
Mar 22, 2023 16:39
Longford Senator rejects claims of reduction in Granard Garda numbers
Michael Carrigy has described Deputy Flaherty's comments as scaremongering and he says there will be no reduction in uniform Gardaí in the district.
Sep 23, 2022 11:56
Longford horse theft victim appeals for information
Five horses were stolen from a Granard farm with a combined worth of over 5,000 euro.
Sep 22, 2022 13:38Shannonside Newsletter
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