News - Longford
Local councillor downplays concerns around organised begging
His comments came after concerns were raised by members of the public that the act has become a more regular sight in the town.
Nov 8, 2023 12:49
Gardaí nab fake taxi operating in local town
The car was being operated as a taxi without the proper insurance or licences.
Nov 7, 2023 14:33
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar to perform opening for local historic site
Longford County Council bought the site and it has been subject to renovation works since 2022.
Nov 5, 2023 11:51
More than 2000 new car registrations recorded in the region
The figures come from a recent report of the Society of the Irish Motor Industry
Nov 3, 2023 12:51
Local radiology services to be upgraded this month
Local councillor Peggy Nolan welcomed the announcement, adding that it was a long time coming for the facility.
Nov 2, 2023 09:16
Court date for local motorist who presented fake licence to Gardaí
The Garda Mobility App showed the document wasn't genuine and that the driver wasn't licensed.
Nov 1, 2023 11:50
Local events help prevent anti-social behaviour according to county council
It comes as crime levels in Longford are continuing to return to pre-pandemic levels according to Garda figures released earlier this month.
Oct 31, 2023 16:54
Hopes major local road works to wrap up in new year
The Battery Road and the Ballinalee/Major Well's Road in Longford have been subject to resurfacing works since August.
Oct 31, 2023 12:51
Investigations underway following alleged petrol bomb attack in Longford
The incident is believed to have occurred at approximately 7:40 am on Sunday.
Oct 30, 2023 13:12
Minister Humphreys confirms hefty funding to local Tidytowns groups
Minister Heather Humphreys confirmed the funding, which will provide between €1,000 and €4,000 to eligible TidyTowns groups across the country.
Oct 30, 2023 10:50
Special vehicle run to support local memorial bursary to take place tomorrow
The bursary has helped 12 students with college costs to date.
Oct 28, 2023 11:12
Dead of Night Festival gets underway in Longford
Events at the festival are to include a Fire and Shadow Procession and bonfire show on Halloween night.
Oct 28, 2023 09:10
Planning permission lodged for construction of filling station in Longford
The works would accompany a coffee shop and seating area.
Oct 27, 2023 13:02
Longford is one of the most popular living locations for non-Irish citizens
Fine Gael Councillor Paul Ross said towns like Ballymahon and Edgeworthstown have long proved popular among those arriving in Ireland.
Oct 27, 2023 13:02Shannonside Newsletter
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