News - Longford
Local Garda station records five year high in crime levels
While the Longford Roscommon Garda Division was one of 4 in the country to see a drop compared to before the pandemic
Jun 6, 2023 13:02
Over 16,000 households locally use renewable energy for heating
The latest data from Census 2022 was released in recent days
Jun 6, 2023 08:57
Over €100,000 euro in funding allocated for local biodiversity projects
Longford has been allocated €30,000 with the majority set to be used for the Longford Hedgerow Project.
Jun 5, 2023 11:08
Status orange fire warning issued for Longford and Leitrim
Due to current weather conditions high fire risk exists
Jun 4, 2023 09:11
Longford principal welcomes pilot mental health counselling scheme
The 5 million euro project was officially announced this morning.
May 31, 2023 17:36
Nominations open for Roscommon and Longford Garda Youth Awards
A special recognition award has also been added last year to celebrate acts of bravery.
May 31, 2023 17:25
Significant interest among local farmers in cattle cull funding- says former ICMSA president
According to the Irish Independent, up to 65,000 cows would need to be culled per year to help reduce emissions.
May 31, 2023 13:36
75% of Shannonside region identify as Catholic
over 500 people marked their religion as 'other'
May 31, 2023 07:35
Longford Town doesn't have resources to host more asylum seekers say local Councillors
Local Councillors raised concerns over the availability of health and recreational services in the town for those being settled locally.
May 30, 2023 14:00
Calls for funding guarantee to compensate loss of rates after power station closure
Senator raised the issue in the Seanad this morning.
May 30, 2023 13:49
CSO reveal over 152,000 people living in Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon
Local population levels say significant growth over the last 6 years, with 152,209 people identified as living in the region.
May 30, 2023 13:04
Fifteen times more Airbnb lettings available locally than long term rental opportunities
There are almost 40% more holiday rentals available in Leitrim than longterm rentals
May 29, 2023 13:40
Two men arrested over Longford drugs seizure
Gardai say investigations are ongoing.
May 29, 2023 13:39
Launch of new toolkit for women's representation in local Government today
It will launched at the council offices in Longford this morning.
May 29, 2023 11:41Shannonside Newsletter
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