17 new Covid cases in Longford as incidence rate remains high
Another 39 people have died with Covid-19 and there are 462 new cases.207 of the cases are in Dublin, 29 in Cork, 26...
HSE set to miss vaccine target for the second week in a row
The HSE will miss its Covid-19 vaccine target for the second week in a row.The shortfall is being blamed on issues with the supply...
Roscommon Gardai investigating theft of cattle trailer
Gardai in Roscommon are appealing for the public's help in trying to trace a stolen cattle trailer.The Ifor Williams, galvanised steel, 10 by 5-foot...
HSE says reducing number of contacts essential if Longford Covid cases are to drop
The HSE in the Midlands is urging people to keep their close contacts to a minimum.Counties Longford and Westmeath continue to see cases of...
Longford native who leads NWC urges more women to consider politics
The National Women's Council of Ireland, which is chaired by Longford woman Louise Lovett has launched a research report today on women in politics...
Longford doctor hopeful vaccine delay can be resolved soon
The head of the group which represents the majority of GPs in Ireland is hopeful that any issues with the vaccine roll out to...
Specialist eating disorder units to be established to help people in Shannonside region
The government will set up three new specialist eating disorder hubs in 2021, reversing a move to suspend funding last year.They will provide treatment...
Longford resident who was illegally adopted says time for state apologies is over
Longford resident Maragaret Norton says the time is long past for apologies, and people who were illegally adopted in this country are still being...
McDonalds to lodge planning for new outlet in Carrick-on-Shannon
Fast-food chain McDonalds is applying for planning permission to establish an outlet in Carrick-on-Shannon.A planning notice published today details that the chain was to...
Traffic delays expected in Ballaghaderreen today
Gardai are advising motorists of possible traffic delays in the Ballaghaderreen area of Roscommon.Units are involved in a local policing operation between now and...