News - Longford

Yellow wind warning issued to local region

It comes into effect at midnight and will remain in place until 6pm that evening.

Mar 10, 2026 16:47

The total allocation for the Shannonside region represents a 28% increase compared with last year's funding.

Mar 10, 2026 13:08

Only two of the 18 seats on Longford County Council are held by women, one of the lowest rates of female representation in the country.

Mar 9, 2026 17:46

Minister of State and Sligo-Leitrim TD Marian Harkin is encouraging the public to apply for the fund.

Mar 9, 2026 17:43

Nationally, 7,290 people were given opioid substitution treatment, under the medical card scheme, last year - up 96 from the previous year.

Mar 9, 2026 12:55

The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne, announced the allocations this morning.

Mar 9, 2026 11:00

Roscommon and Longford Local Enterprise Office's held their annual award ceremonies earlier this week.

Mar 8, 2026 12:33

The announcement comes from Minister Dara Calleary, who confirmed 126 shows nationwide will benefit from the funding.

Mar 7, 2026 10:28

The museum would be an immersive heritage attraction celebrating Longford's strong links to Irish country music.

Mar 6, 2026 13:47

Waiting lists for home care support in parts of the Shannonside region are the highest in the country.

Mar 6, 2026 13:41

The photographic exhibition will be on public display at Áras an Chontae for a week to International Women's Day.

Mar 5, 2026 13:48

Increases of up to 16 cent per litre for motor fuel have been reported following the outbreak of war in Iran.

Mar 4, 2026 17:53

Hundreds of patients in the region are waiting beyond recommended timeframes for a colonoscopy and radiation therapy.

Mar 4, 2026 17:51

People are being asked not return any unfamiliar calls or use any QR codes.

Mar 4, 2026 17:41

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