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Roscommon Ploughing Championships launched in Fuerty last night
This year's event takes place on Sunday, May 3rd and follows weeks of protest by farmers, contractors and hauliers over rising fuel costs.
Apr 24, 2026 08:19
Planning sought for new residential development in Longford
It involves the demolition of an existing derelict two-storey terraced dwelling, which would be cleared to make way for a new three-storey apartment block.
Apr 24, 2026 07:38
Gardaí seize drugs in two separate searches in Longford town
The drugs will be sent to Forensic Science Ireland for analysis.
Apr 23, 2026 17:47
Latest act of Illegal dumping condemned in Ballaghaderreen
A number of items were discarded in The Plots area despite the pleas of onlooking residents.
Apr 23, 2026 17:43
Two local TDs give Dáil backing to tighter rules on sales of nicotine products
It's aimed at tackling rising nicotine use among children and young people through vaping products.
Apr 23, 2026 17:39
€30 million waterfront park would boost tourism, says local councillor
He was speaking following the second and final public consultation on the project.
Apr 23, 2026 17:32
Girl in critical condition after Westmeath crash
It happened at Clonmellon on Wednesday evening, shortly before 7.30pm.
Apr 23, 2026 15:02
CSO report highlights remote living
The Central Statistics Office's report examines social and economic characteristics of life in Ireland across urban and rural areas.
Apr 23, 2026 13:08
Local farmers facing impacts of fuel crisis
Earlier this month, a package of measures on fuel costs and to support the transport and farming sectors was announced.
Apr 23, 2026 13:07
Calls for greater Garda visibility in Longford
A number of issues have been raised locally about the rise of anti-social behaviour in the county.
Apr 23, 2026 13:05
Blow for Carrick as store enters liquidation
The company, which opened its first store in 2009, made the announcement in an Instagram post yesterday.
Apr 23, 2026 13:00
Over 300 attend reinterment of Liam Farrell
A guard of honour was formed at Bornacoola this morning as a mark of respect and support for the family.
Apr 23, 2026 12:56
Investigations continuing into incident of criminal damage in Co. Longford
Gardaí were alerted to the incident at around 9.30pm last Saturday, April 18th following reports that two cars had been damaged outside a house in Granard.
Apr 23, 2026 12:40
Born clothing announce closure of Carrick and Athlone stores
The company, which opened its first store in Newtownsmith in Galway in 2009, made the announcement in an Instagram post yesterday.
Apr 23, 2026 08:55Shannonside Newsletter
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