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'Absolutely nuts' - Fitzmaurice blasts speed-limit reductions
They dropped from 80 kilometres an hour down to 60 on rural roads last year.
Feb 6, 2026 08:13
Leitrim council launches five-year plan to protect nature
The plan focuses on practical actions for habitats, wildlife and community involvement across Leitrim.
Feb 6, 2026 07:21
Over 700 vehicles seized in three local counties
In the Mayo, Roscommon and Longford Division, a total of 708 seizures took place over the year.
Feb 6, 2026 07:16
'More flesh on the bone' needed on Mulryan's Athlone masterplan - Taoiseach
Taoiseach Micheal Martin says more discussion is needed with local authorities.
Feb 5, 2026 19:57
Longford man told to pay €5,500 for careless driving causing serious bodily harm to 81-year-old
The judge said it's lucky the pensioner wasn't killed.
Feb 5, 2026 17:05
Plans to fast-track permission for floating gas terminal criticised
County Leitrim led the way to ban fracking in 2017.
Feb 5, 2026 13:30
Hopes for greater CAP funding for local farmers
He said environmental controls were necessary to retain EU approval and protect the dairy industry.
Feb 5, 2026 13:25
Calls for increased HAP thresholds
Feb 5, 2026 13:22
Water outages continue to blight Cloonfad
Fine Gael Senator Gareth Scahill says he was recently sent a correspondence from a hospitality business titled "Enough is Enough".
Feb 5, 2026 13:19
Calls for new post-primary school for Edgeworthstown
Fine Gael Cllr Paul Ross is calling for support from Longford County Council at next weeks council meeting.
Feb 5, 2026 13:17
Funeral arranged for Englishman who died after alleged assault in Ballaghaderreen
It’s taking place in Kent on February 12th.
Feb 5, 2026 12:00
Longford & Roscommon two poorest counties in terms of disposable income
Nationally, Dublin is at the top of the list with an average disposable income per person of over €33,000 per person with Limerick and Cork making up the top three.
Feb 5, 2026 11:25
Dáil protest as Bord Bia chairman faces Oireachtas grilling today
The demonstration comes as the chairman of Bord Bia faces questions inside the house about his company's importation and use of Brazilian beef.
Feb 5, 2026 08:50
Jobs in jeopardy at Eurogiant stores in Longford and Roscommon
The company that runs the chain of discount stores has gone into liquidation.
Feb 5, 2026 08:11Shannonside Newsletter
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