News - Pandemic
Covid pandemic cost Longford council €11 million last year
The Covid pandemic has been a costly times for government both locally and nationally
Sep 14, 2021 13:55
Longford pharmacist says vaccine message is being heard despite protests
A number of people were protesting in Longford on Saturday afternoon about the vaccine campaign
Sep 6, 2021 14:10
Government under pressure to extend pandemic supports for entertainment sector
Industry reps are highlighting the damage that could be caused to the sector should supports be cut.
Aug 17, 2021 17:24
Taoiseach urged to intervene in discussions over healthcare worker recognition
Micheal Martin has been urged to authorise the HSE and other Government departments, to implement the promised recognition without further delay.
Aug 16, 2021 07:42
New figures show major jump in cost of second hand cars nationwide
The shut down from the pandemic and the Suez Canal blockage earlier in the year are just two reasons being given for the major price increase.
Aug 3, 2021 07:42
Longford records the most personal injuries in the region for 2020
Just over 26,000 claims were made in Ireland last year.
Jul 27, 2021 12:11
Several Polish families to leave the Shannonside region
The community were very involved in producing several thousand facemasks at the beginning of the pandemic.
Jul 24, 2021 11:13
Castlerea restaurant not re-opening for indoor dining due to "unfair" cert system
Hester's in Castlerea is one of a number of hospitality venues around the region who've decided not to re-open indoor dining just yet
Jul 23, 2021 16:22
Major jump in applicants to Sligo IT for new academic year
The college claims that the move to online learning and communication allowed them to get their message out to more people.
Jul 14, 2021 14:14
Attic House praises young people for their patience during the pandemic
Attic House in Longford have recently reopened for the first time since March 2020.
Jun 7, 2021 13:24
HSE urged to clarify future for day care service at Leitrim nursing home
TD Martin Kenny has heard reports the service may not be reinstated
Jun 4, 2021 12:43
Mental health crisis among family carers the past year
Carers have been experiencing a major mental stretch following the Pandemic.
May 29, 2021 10:52
Almost 1,900 Covid fines handed out by local Gardai during pandemic
Figures on the number of times spit hoods were also used in the region have been revealed
May 19, 2021 12:30
Gardaí call for people to microchip their pets
There has been an increase in dog thefts over the past year.
May 1, 2021 10:26Shannonside Newsletter
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