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Government refuse to commit to providing financial aid to victims of Longford fire

Over 60 staff are out of work, 13 businesses have closed, and several million euro worth of damage was caused.

Jul 31, 2024 18:28

Refugees unfairly blamed for lack of services in Ballaghaderreen says local businessman

Micheal Frain argues a lack of effective Government investment is putting a target on the back of international protection applicants.

Mar 4, 2024 17:16

Local Senator wants more supports for artists and creatives

His comments come following a Grant Thornton report into Toy Show The Musical that highlighted serious failings in governance oversight and financial management.

Jan 29, 2024 08:25

Local refugee support services to benefit from new government fund

The fund is aimed at organisations that assist in the integration of International Protection Applicants.

Jul 21, 2023 13:54

Roscommon parish benevolent fund model should be rolled out nationwide says local volunteer

The funds go to help individuals who may find themselves in financial difficulty.

Jun 2, 2023 17:55

Leitrim woman encourages locals to talk about mental health

The HSE mental health Information line is a 24/7 service for mental health supports and services and can be contacted on 1800 742 444.

May 15, 2023 13:37

Significant number of students facing serious final strain

The figures come despite the majority of students having a job.

Apr 20, 2023 08:35

Increase in need for family food packages says local resource centre

Over the past six years, Boyle Family Resource center has delivered extra food to families in need.

Feb 21, 2023 08:35

Greens to block introduction of 4th energy credit over summer

Working families are among the groups set to be supported through additional cost of living supports.

Feb 16, 2023 09:10

High hopes new food hub units in Castlerea to generate local jobs

The new units should be finished by this summer according to the local Councillor.

Feb 14, 2023 17:43

Leitrim businesses received lowest amount in energy supports nationally

125 businesses in Leitrim applied for the Temporary Business Energy Support Scheme from September 2022 to the present date.

Jan 27, 2023 13:47

Local support service says domestic violence levels in Shannonside region increasing

Longford Women's Link DV manager, Natalie O' Reilly says they have accompanied and supported 23 women in Longford Court in the last 10 days alone.

Dec 19, 2022 13:35

Longford to gain access to Government housing support a year after launch

The affordable housing scheme qualification criteria originally excluded 14 counties from accessing its support.

Dec 13, 2022 17:09

More supports needed for local businesses to survive according to Longford Chamber of Commerce

Fiona Fenelon says COVID like supports are needed to keep businesses open.

Sep 28, 2022 11:42

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