News - Longford
New safety initiatives launched in County Longford
See It, Say It encourages people to report suspicious activity to Gardaí while the app enables local members to check up on elderly residents and those with disabilities.
Nov 29, 2023 17:11
Local campaigner welcomes new SMA detection for newborns
Health Minister Stephen Donnelly yesterday confirmed the heel prick test offered to parents of newborns will screen for SMA starting next year.
Nov 28, 2023 17:23
Local Senator appointed secretary of the Fine Gael Parliamentary Party
The local Postmaster has taken over the role from Deputy Alan Dillon, who himself has been appointed chair of the party.
Nov 27, 2023 17:20
Decrease in use of local emergency accommodation last month
It comes as the Monthly Homeless Report for October was released last week.
Nov 27, 2023 14:48
Increase in public order offences across the region last year
Violent disorder, intoxication in a public place, assault with intention to cause bodily harm and trespass are some of the offences that fall in the category of public order.
Nov 27, 2023 13:08
Longford man in connection with Dublin city riots has appeared in court
The 24 year old was one of two charged with possession of a knife under the Firearms and Offensives Weapons Act 1990.
Nov 25, 2023 09:17
Over 17,000 cattle herds tested for Bovine TB in Shannonside region in 2023
Bovine TB is a serious condition that can cause illness in both animals and humans.
Nov 24, 2023 13:10
Local councillor calls for town and village development plans for communities
The Council approved the County Development Plan last year, a multi-year strategy that set's out development and zoning criteria across Longford.
Nov 24, 2023 12:38
Average of almost 400 litres of water used in homes across the region
According to Irish Water, over half of people in Ireland still admit to wasting water.
Nov 23, 2023 08:10
Investigations ongoing following two-vehicle RTC in Longford
The incident occurred on the Park Road shortly before 5 pm.
Nov 23, 2023 08:08
Two local students receive scholarships at recent awards event
They were amongst 62 students from across five Irish universities who have been awarded scholarships as part of the women in STEM2D Undergraduate Awards.
Nov 22, 2023 12:35
Appeal lodged against proposed antenna in a Longford village
The plans had been lodged by Cignal Infrastructure Limited and approved by county planners earlier this year.
Nov 22, 2023 11:56
Local Men's Sheds welcome new funding announcement
Men's Sheds in the Shannonside region can now apply for grants of up to €3,000 towards running costs.
Nov 21, 2023 16:29
Longford town Christmas lights set to be switched on this week
Diversions will be in place in the town centre for local traffic, and motorists are requested to take alternative routes.
Nov 21, 2023 11:31Shannonside Newsletter
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