News - Longford
Over 30,000 recipients of State Pension Contributory across region
Figures were revealed earlier this week following a parliamentary question from Deputy Malcom Byrne to Minister for Social Protection, Dara Calleary.
Feb 14, 2026 09:19
Status yellow rain and snow warning for local counties to kick in at midday
The entire country is subject to a status yellow low temperature and ice warning until 10am.
Feb 14, 2026 08:08
Longford housing sees unprecedented demand
The homes are aimed at helping first-time buyers and eligible applicants get onto the property ladder.
Feb 13, 2026 13:37
Yellow snow and ice warning issued to local region
It's in effect from midnight tonight for 24 hours.
Feb 13, 2026 13:35
Minister to raise Longford concerns with Garda Commissioner
On Monday, two men, one in his 20s and the other in his 30s suffered serious injuries in a double stabbing in the county town.
Feb 13, 2026 13:33
Shannonside region could plummet to -4C as cold snap beckons
An ice warning comes into effect at 9pm and lasts until 10am tomorrow.
Feb 13, 2026 07:42
Public meeting to discuss Ballymahon playground
The current playground is said to be not fit for purpose while it's felt a new one would benefit children and parents in Ballymahon and surrounding areas.
Feb 12, 2026 13:44
Renewed calls for additional local authority staff
In the aftermath of Storm Éowyn, there were mass power outages across the region, with many left without electricity for weeks.
Feb 12, 2026 13:40
Justice Minister urged to visit Longford after double stabbing
Local senator Paraic Brady told the Seanad there used to be two superintendents in Co Longford, but now there's only one.
Feb 12, 2026 09:38
Recent feuding in Longford town is drug-related, Seanad hears
Fine Gael senator Paraic Brady raised the incidents in the Upper House yesterday.
Feb 12, 2026 07:41
Longford has lost nine gardaí since December
No new Gardaí were allocated for Roscommon-Longford from the newest batch of graduates announced last week.
Feb 12, 2026 07:19
Standing orders suspended briefly at today's Longford County Council meeting
The move was made in solidarity with Gardaí and emergency services following Monday nights double stabbing in the county town.
Feb 11, 2026 16:48
Plans unveiled for 27-acre solar farm in north Longford
It would provide enough energy to power up to 3,000 homes a year.
Feb 11, 2026 09:52
Popular local service station and shop sold
The transaction was handled by Smith Property.
Feb 10, 2026 17:18Shannonside Newsletter
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