News - Peggy Nolan
Tributes continue following passing of 80-year-old man in Longford crash
The crash happened on Earl Street yesterday morning at around 10 o clock.
Apr 29, 2026 13:12
Local businesses urged to benefit from St Patrick's Day
The town was successfully treated to a new format last year, taking place in the evening to benefit the local night-time economy.
Feb 18, 2026 12:59
Councillor calls for Longford to be included on fast track train line to Dublin
The issue has also been raised at recent council meetings in Leitrim.
Jan 25, 2026 16:07
Shop in Longford this Christmas to keep businesses open - Nolan
Hundreds of people gathered on The Square in the town last night, as Santa switched on the Christmas lights.
Dec 1, 2025 14:03
Fine Gael councillor regrets lack of 'ministerial clout' in Longford
Local Cllr Peggy Nolan has labelled Longford as the "poorer relation":
Sep 11, 2025 16:28
Councillor raises concerns over future of clinical facility in Longford town
It acts on a GP referral basis and for follow-up appointments for patients who've been treated in Mullingar.
Jul 21, 2025 17:19
Official name agreed for new Longford playground
The new, state-of-the-art amenity has been named 'The Sunflower Park', while the former greyhound track at the Park Road site will now be known as 'Longford People's Park.'
Jul 15, 2025 07:17
Councillor opposes plans to increase parking fee in Longford town
The generated additional funds would go towards the renovation of local footpaths, which have been a 'serious' concern for the elderly and mothers with prams, according to councillor Peggy Nolan.
Jul 10, 2025 12:43
HSE confirms Longford physiotherapy service to remain in town
Locals had expressed their dismay at the news that the service could potentially have been transferred away from the town to Athlone or Mullingar.
Jun 20, 2025 12:45
Expansion of Longford Mall could solve parking problems at local pitch
At a recent meeting of Longford County Council, the executive confirmed that a deal had been reached to purchase the land behind the leisure centre.
May 25, 2025 09:21
Major upgrade planned for the Mall in Longford Town
The park features walkways, playgrounds, exercise equipment and a bowling green along with a leisure centre and swimming pool.
May 23, 2025 13:47
Local politicians express sadness following death of Pope Francis
The "People's Pope" appeared just yesterday to crowds of well-wishers at St. Peter's Basilica to give his Easter blessing.
Apr 21, 2025 10:36
Calls for investigation at well known Longford care home
Councillor Peggy Nolan had called for management at the centre to publicly address the issues, but says this hasn't happened.
Apr 10, 2025 07:50
Longford Fine Gael councillor slams ESB for "unacceptable" delays in restoring power
Councillor Nolan says the ESB should underground cables from now on - to ensure this isn't repeated.
Jan 26, 2025 15:14Shannonside Newsletter
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