News - Longford
Longford County Council to establish new register of defibrillator locations
Community, sporting, and voluntary groups are now urged to gather the details of local defibs and register them on an online form on the council website.
Jun 21, 2023 13:39
Major Longford water upgrade project to begin this week
The works have been described by Uisce Eireann as a critical step in conserving water and reducing leakage levels.
Jun 21, 2023 13:28
Gardaí facing tougher challenges than ever according to former local Sergeant and author
Retired Garda Sergeant Jim McDonald has put together the book marking 100 years of Gardaí in Longford, along side local historian Eamonn Brennan.
Jun 20, 2023 18:13
Greenlight for works on former Longford Bank
The bank became vacant when the company left the Irish market at the end of April.
Jun 20, 2023 11:42
Planning granted for expansion works at two well known local factories
Glennon Brothers Timber and Kiernan Milling received the go ahead this week.
Jun 19, 2023 13:59
Owners sought after pet Cockatiel found in Longford Garden
The ISPCA can be contacted at 043 3325035
Jun 19, 2023 12:29
Power restored to majority of local homes
The Midlands, West and Mid-West were impacted after lightning strikes caused further damage to the network yesterday.
Jun 19, 2023 07:39
Camlin Keys Piano Festival takes place in Longford today
The Competitions and Classes kick off at 11am today.
Jun 17, 2023 08:35
Concern for future of local Iceland stores following major food recall
The FSAI say the breaches of food legislation related to the recall were 'very serious'.
Jun 16, 2023 07:45
Almost 2,000 homes sold in Shannonside region last year
Roscommon saw the highest amount of homes sold locally last year with just over 900 premises listed
Jun 15, 2023 13:12
Thunderstorm warning in place for local counties this afternoon
Met Eireann is predicting more heavy rainfall and possible flash flooding today
Jun 15, 2023 11:07
Public urged to give blood in Longford on world blood donor day
World Blood Donor Day celebrates and thanks voluntary donors who help health services build a safe and sufficient blood bank supply.
Jun 14, 2023 13:26
Three fined locally for use of marked mineral oil
Marked mineral oil or 'Green Diesel' is chemically marked and dyed green to deter misuse.
Jun 14, 2023 08:24
Longford councillor describes working conditions of firefighters as 'draconian'
Councillor Peggy Nolan says the current demands on retained firefighters are simply unacceptable.
Jun 13, 2023 17:07Shannonside Newsletter
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