News - Longford
New provider secured for Longford out of hours GP service
It's been confirmed that Caredoc will take over the operations of the former Longford MIDOC based in St Joseph's from today.
Aug 28, 2023 07:42
Indoor swimming pool in Drumlish given green light
Fr Manning Gaels GAA club in Drumlish applied to Longford County Council for the construction of a multi-purpose building to house the pool,
Aug 26, 2023 13:39
Road closures in place for Longford Marathon tomorrow
The council is urging motorists to take alternative routes throughout the duration of the marathon.
Aug 26, 2023 09:35
Longford Community to celebrate Ukrainian Independence Day
At 8:45 pm, the local Ukrainian choir will perform by candlelight on the outside steps of St Mel's Cathedral.
Aug 24, 2023 14:06
Public urged to support this weekend's Longford Marathon
Road closures will be in place on Main street and the Battery Road in the town on Sunday, with motorists asked to be mindful of participants on the day.
Aug 23, 2023 17:24
Close to 1,500 people claiming maternity benefit locally
According to the data, Westmeath is the county with the highest amount of claimants.
Aug 23, 2023 17:15
Just over half of dog fines issued across region paid last year
According to the report, no one was prosecuted by local authorities for a failure to pay.
Aug 23, 2023 13:43
250 local pubs closed permanently since 2005 according to new report
Roscommon is the county with the 2nd highest number of closures in the country.
Aug 23, 2023 13:38
Over 1000 children on mental health waiting list locally
The longest waiting list in the country is in Kerry and Cork at 976.
Aug 23, 2023 08:24
Hope remains for Longford IDA site according to Government Minister
Longford Councillors have previously called for the creation of an advanced business park for IDA clients.
Aug 22, 2023 17:22
Longford Rose to appear on Rose of Tralee tonight
Longford Rose, Grace Kemple, will take to the stage this evening bidding to win the coveted title.
Aug 22, 2023 13:59
Minister for Employment and Retailers visiting Longford today
The Fine Gael Minister met with Councillors and Local Enterprise Office Staff at Aras an Chontae this morning.
Aug 22, 2023 13:50
Over 9000 people claiming Disability Allowance across region
Leitrim is currently the county with the lowest amount of claimants of the Allowance nationally, at 1232.
Aug 21, 2023 16:19
Number of adverse incidents recorded by HSE locally increased last year
CHO1 which includes Leitrim, Cavan, and Monaghan, had the highest number of adverse incidents recorded last year at 11,944
Aug 21, 2023 13:14Shannonside Newsletter
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