News - Longford
Fears dog rescued in Longford could have been used as bait
A fundraiser has been set up to assist with vet fees.
Dec 8, 2022 17:23
Over €1.5 million allocated to local community centres
€1,582,529 in total is to go to 16 different community centres across Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon.
Dec 8, 2022 13:33
Longford IFA chair urges dog owners to ensure pets are under control
The appeal comes in the wake of dog attacks on sheep in Roscommon and on the Longford-Cavan border.
Dec 8, 2022 13:27
Consistent reduction in number of students eligible for SUSI grant in Shannonside region
The SUSI grant scheme provides students in third level education with a grant to cover admission fees and living costs.
Dec 8, 2022 13:27
Petition opposing use of Longford Greyhound Track for modular homes surpasses target
A public meeting will be held this evening in the Red Room at PVs in Longford Town from 8PM to discuss the issue.
Dec 8, 2022 07:47
Sadness in Ballymahon on passing of well-loved local dog
Marley was a dog who spent many hours outside the Supervalu shop in town for several years, meeting and greeting customers.
Dec 7, 2022 17:03
Almost €40,000 in COVID fines issued across Shannonside region
The figures provided by the Minister for Justice set out the total amount of fines issued to people by gardaí for offences relating to covid restrictions between November 2020 and February of this year.
Dec 7, 2022 13:30
Longford one of top five places to work in Ireland according to survey
Longford has made the top five as it was found to be the most affordable town to buy a house in.
Dec 6, 2022 16:39
Average electricity bill in Shannonside region up 124 euro per year in 2021
Figures from the CSO show that the average electricity bills increased by €124 per year while gas bills decreased by €72 per year
Dec 6, 2022 13:16
Gardai issue warning following drug driving offences in Longford
Gardaí warning the public that checkpoints will be in place across the country over the Christmas.
Dec 6, 2022 11:11
Just one vacant property refurb grant approved in Shannonside region
Leitrim is the only county in the region to have had an application approved
Dec 6, 2022 07:27
Major step forward for Ballymahon rejuvenation project
Plans also include a remote working hub and a men’s shed facility in the old scouts den.
Dec 5, 2022 07:48
Taoiseach weighs in on plans to use Longford Greyhound track for modular refugee housing
The Taoiseach spoke during the opening of 14 new social homes in St Michael's court.
Dec 2, 2022 17:23
Roscommon had second lowest rate of year one reoffending nationwide in 2018
According to the regional breakdown, Roscommon had the second lowest rate of one-year re-offences nationwide, at 12%.
Dec 2, 2022 13:34Shannonside Newsletter
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