News - Longford
Over 520 people cautioned by local Gardai since 2019
Sligo Leitrim Sinn Fein TD Martin Kenny released the figures as part of a parliamentary question in the Dail this week.
Dec 15, 2022 09:36
Longford Council agree to withdraw Greyhound Track as site for modular housing
The issue was raised at a Council meeting on Wednesday.
Dec 15, 2022 07:38
Major step forward for Longford Skate park following funding grant
Longford Skate Committee say it is vital for skaters to be involved in the design process.
Dec 14, 2022 17:17
Over two million euro allocated to Shannonside region under Town and Village Renewal Scheme
A total of €27 million was announced nationally under scheme which aims to combat dereliction and breathe new life into rural towns and villages.
Dec 14, 2022 13:29
Longford to gain access to Government housing support a year after launch
The affordable housing scheme qualification criteria originally excluded 14 counties from accessing its support.
Dec 13, 2022 17:09
Planning for demolition of Edgeworthstown hotel approved
Plans put forward for the site include the construction of a mixed use two storey terraced block incorporating a retail/commercial space on ground floor and a 1 bedroom apartment on the first floor.
Dec 13, 2022 13:23
Almost 50 cattle recorded stolen or missing locally this year
The IFA say checking livestock regularly and making sure boundaries are secure can help combat theft of cattle.
Dec 13, 2022 13:22
Planning sought for connection of Longford solar farm to national grid
A decision will be made in the new year.
Dec 13, 2022 07:20
Longford Gardaí investigating damage to grave in Ballymacormack Cemetery
No arrests have yet been made and Gardaí are continuing to investigate the incident.
Dec 9, 2022 18:05
Almost €100,000 allocated to local Tidy Towns groups
Minister Heather Humphries says the funding will make a real difference in the towns and villages across Ireland.
Dec 9, 2022 17:37
Freezing fog warning issued for local counties
Met Eireann say patches of fog will persist causing hazardous driving conditions.
Dec 9, 2022 13:58
Over 50 incidents in hospitals reported to local Gardaí so far this year
The numbers refer to incidents where the location was marked as 'hospital' in the Gardaí's reporting software called PULSE.
Dec 9, 2022 13:20
Irish Rail confirm heating systems working on Longford-Dublin trains
It comes following several complaints from rail users that carriages were not heated in recent days.
Dec 9, 2022 09:19
Over 150 attend public meeting on future use of Longford Greyhound Track
The meeting was called to highlight local opposition towards any plans for modular housing at Longford Greyhound track.
Dec 9, 2022 08:20Shannonside Newsletter
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