News - Fine Gael
Tánaiste: Longford becoming tourism and cultural hub
Tánaiste Simon Harris was in Longford yesterday.
Jul 6, 2026 07:20
Former general election candidate to seek Seanad seat
He contested the 2020 general election, picking up 4,760 first preference votes.
Jun 24, 2026 17:11
Longford Clllr critical of call for King Charles to visit the county
Jun 11, 2026 17:17
Gardai are losing some gun licence applications, Longford senator claims
Paraic Brady says Ireland has around 150,000 licensed firearms holders.
May 14, 2026 09:19
Domnick Connolly to become Roscommon cathaoirleach next month
Independent Laurence Fallon is due to become the leas-cathaoirleach.
May 8, 2026 10:46
Local TD to step back from his convenience store in Ballinalee after nearly two decades
The Fine Gael politician made the announcement on social media, saying he was handing over the running of Carrigy's DayTodayNews to new management.
May 2, 2026 13:46
Local TD accuses opposition of 'playing to the crowd' over fuel protests
Longford-Westmeath TD Micheál Carrigy has been speaking after a turbulent couple of weeks for Government.
Apr 20, 2026 17:44
Sinn Féin leader claims parties are trying to 'dismantle Irish neutrality'
Addressing a rally in Dublin yesterday, the Sinn Fein leader said Fianna Fail and Fine Gael want to scrap the Triple Lock - without consent and without a mandate.
Apr 19, 2026 07:24
Local Fine Gael senator says his party 'got it wrong' on fuel protests
Speaking in the Seanad yesterday, Longford senator Paraic Brady defended those who protested in the capital.
Apr 15, 2026 07:51
Local Fine Gael TD critical of Justice Minister's fuel blockade stance
There are ongoing disputes over who should have been consulted before Minister Jim O'Callaghan's unexpected announcement last Thursday.
Apr 14, 2026 13:07
Longford councillor says people are 'panic-buying' as fuel supply running dry
Nationally, there are fears up to 500 petrol stations could run dry by the end of today, if protesters continue to block fuel ports.
Apr 10, 2026 14:01
Local TD hits back at Sinn Féin claims of government inaction over fuel prices
It comes ahead of a Cabinet meeting next Tuesday to discuss measures to tackle the crisis.
Mar 20, 2026 18:02
Old Ballygar health centre to be demolished, HSE confirms
The centre was destroyed in a fire in 2021 with the front part of the building completely gutted.
Feb 25, 2026 07:41
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 16:07Shannonside Newsletter
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