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UPDATE: Missing Longford man located by Gardaí
Jul 12, 2026 11:34
Athlone students hope to raise €50,000 to compete in Singapore racing finals
The transition year students from Athlone Community College and Marist College are taking part in the World STEM Racing finals in October.
Jul 12, 2026 09:34
15-year-old boy dies after getting into difficulty in Lough Ree
Gardaí and emergency services responded after receiving reports of the incident at Lough Ree, off Carnakilla Point, in Glasson, Co. Westmeath, shortly after 7:30pm.
Jul 12, 2026 08:50
Emergency planning authorities warning of prolonged heat spell next week
They're warning the hot weather could put pressure on health services, water supplies and increase the risk of wildfires.
Jul 12, 2026 08:25
Dozens of cows destroyed by Department of Agriculture on Co. Roscommon farm
The Department confirmed it carried out an 'enforcement operation' yesterday, with support and assistance from Gardaí.
Jul 11, 2026 14:45
Seanad hears glowing tributes to Drumlish woman Máire Lillis
Drumlish woman Máire Lillis passed away suddenly on Monday and her funeral was held on Wednesday.
Jul 11, 2026 12:11
Over 100 EV charging points installed locally since 2020
The Government has previously stated it is fully committed to supporting a significant expansion and modernisation of the EV charging network over the coming years and reaching climate targets.
Jul 11, 2026 11:14
Local tourism spots benefiting from good weather as warm spells continue
A status yellow high temperature warning for 13 counties, including Longford is currently in place.
Jul 11, 2026 08:39
Motorists advised of road closures as Lanesboro hosts Two Provinces Triathlon
Around 700 athletes from across the country are expected to take part.
Jul 11, 2026 08:33
Ryanair passenger partially sucked out of window mid flight remains in hospital
It happened shortly after take-off on a flight from Thessaloniki in Greece to Memmingen.
Jul 11, 2026 08:09
R198 at Drumlish remains closed following crash
The two-car collision between a car and a van took at around 7 o'clock this morning.
Jul 10, 2026 18:16
High Court hears of money owed to event organisers
Confirmation of the winding up led to widespread shock and dismay from festival organisers.
Jul 10, 2026 18:14
Senator says he's 'hugely disappointed' with a local bishop over the use of school sports facilities
Senator Joe Flaherty told the Seanad that Bishop of Ardagh and Clonmacnois, Paul Connell, recently issued a 'diktat' to schools.
Jul 10, 2026 16:48
Local person waiting 709 weeks for a dietetics appointment
The figures emerged following a parliamentary exchange between Sinn Féin health spokesperson and the Minister for Health, Jennifer Carroll MacNeill.
Jul 10, 2026 16:45Shannonside Newsletter
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