According to the Department of Integration, the B&B will host 24 people consisting of families seeking International Protection.

With St Patrick's Day just around the corner, here is all you need to know about how our locality will be celebrating Ireland's patron saint!

Double Visas Investments Limited has applied for the change of use of the existing vacant and unfinished restaurant and retail units on Bridge Street in the town.

The council has confirmed the maintenance contractor and owner of the facility has made arrangements for repair.

Longford was found to be the cheapest place to live, with good access to schools, supermarkets and leisure facilities.

Longford Town was also among the worst performing towns across the country in last year's EPA report for air quality.

A sum of cash was taken from the scene at approximately 7pm.

Parts of the station including toilets and indoor waiting areas were shut at times over last year due to staff shortages.