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Longford Eurovision hopefuls urge public for support tonight
Votes can be cast via text after the acts have finished performing. The best of luck to Kofi and Nevlonne!
Feb 3, 2023 17:42
Roscommon man becomes youngest ever referee on National Panel
Matthew Farrell from Oran Hurling Club says ignoring abuse has been important in achieving his goals.
Feb 3, 2023 17:41
Investigations into Newtowncashel dumping incident continuing
Gary Brady from Longford council says they're continuing on a clear-up of the area and hope to find the person responsible.
Feb 3, 2023 17:41
Private Shane Kearney discharged from hospital to recover at home
Trooper Kearney was seriously injured in the attack that killed Private Seán Rooney.
Feb 3, 2023 15:55
Irish immigration system broken according to Sinn Fein TD
Deputy Kenny believes a new system is needed for checking and upskilling new arrivals for the workforce
Feb 3, 2023 14:23
'Longford will not fall victim to hate' says local community activist
The comments come as a protest took place in Mullingar last night against the local housing of refugees.
Feb 3, 2023 14:08
Longford Senator calls for quiet sections in parades next month
Last year, the St Patrick's Day Parade in Longford Town had a section with no music or sirens so that families with kids, particularly with Autism, would be able to watch in a comfortable and safe area.
Feb 3, 2023 13:39
Planning lodged for significant accessibility works at Boyle Train Station
The application includes a pair of staircases, free standing lift shafts, support portals and a walkway.
Feb 3, 2023 13:18
2 Longford musicians competing to represent Ireland tonight
K Muni and Nd's song "Down in the Rain" is song number 6 on tonight's show.
Feb 3, 2023 13:18
Protest in Mullingar at plans to use Columb Barrcks for refugees
The protest is a latest in a series of such events around the country
Feb 3, 2023 11:00
Over 6,300 welfare fraud investigations launched last year
The state recovered money from 115,000 people last year
Feb 3, 2023 10:00
Government called on to ensure NPHET style response to refugee housing
It comes after a large anti-immigration protest was held in Dublin this week.
Feb 3, 2023 09:54
Start of 2023 sees major increase in local electric vehicle sales
Roscommon saw an almost doubling in numbers of new EVs purchased.
Feb 3, 2023 08:43
Go ahead for Longford battery energy storage site
The infrastructure will be developed on the Atlantic Mill site, a former denim factory near Tarmonbarry.
Feb 3, 2023 07:50Shannonside Newsletter
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