News - rail
Local Green Party representative says All-Island rail project a priority for party
The All Island Strategic Railway Review report was released this week and sets out 32 strategic recommendations to enhance and expand the rail system in Ireland and Northern Ireland up to 2050.
Aug 1, 2024 13:58
New report recommends reopening rail link between Athlone and Mullingar
The report sets out 32 strategic recommendations to enhance and expand the rail system in Ireland and Northern Ireland up to 2050.
Jul 31, 2024 14:25
Department of Transport must invest in major region rail route- Local TD
The service covers Leitrim, Longford and Westmeath locally and is heavily used by commuters.
Nov 23, 2023 16:56
Major delays on local rail line after truck crashes through level crossing
The train was able to resume its journey after a lengthy delay.
Jul 28, 2023 13:51
Knockcroghery railway commemorative event takes place tomorrow
The station closed in 1963.
Jun 16, 2023 18:01
Major signalling fault impacting local rail users
Irish Rail is apologising for any inconvenience caused.
Jun 8, 2023 15:50
Reopening former rail lines will massively benefit local communities-Green Councillor
The Green Councillor says that rail infrastructure will be significantly easier to build on former tracks than developing new routes.
Feb 2, 2023 16:55
Local train route described as 'Stunning' on scenic journey list
The route crosses the River Shannon.
Aug 3, 2022 15:36
Longford woman reveals distress of Bray train incident
The incident occurred on Sunday.
Jul 26, 2022 13:50
Councillors seek increased Longford/Sligo rail services
The national rail review will take place later this month
Jan 12, 2022 08:11
Motorists urged to take more care at level crossings following Roscommon incident
The incident occurred at 10am this morning causing major disruption
May 21, 2021 17:08
Calls to rejuvinate local rail infrastructure as part of new national review
With several major national lines running through the region, locals are calling for new services and improvements on current routes.
Apr 8, 2021 13:16
Longford TD critical of Irish Rail as local early morning service won't resume until December
A Longford TD has hit out at Irish Rail after disruption to an early morning service to Dublin will now be extended until December 1st.
Nov 11, 2020 14:51Shannonside Newsletter
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