News - Longford
Tefia Park remains sealed off
Feb 10, 2026 17:11
Longford man jailed for 15 months for drugs and money-laundering offences - after nearly €28,000 in cash found in his home
The court heard he initially said most of the money was his mother-in-law's - and the rest was a deposit for a gravestone.
Feb 10, 2026 15:31
Longford man pleads guilty to harassing female solicitor
Patrick Cassidy, of Dromard, Moyne, made the plea at Longford Circuit Court this afternoon.
Feb 10, 2026 15:26
Plans afoot to boost long-term housing
Agreement was reached within Government last night, marking a change from initial plans to target towns of 10 thousand people.
Feb 10, 2026 13:32
Lack of social house audits locally
The audit evaluates the condition, safety, and energy efficiency of homes
Feb 10, 2026 12:53
Man dumped outside Longford Garda Station after double stabbing
A local councillor says armed gardai are needed to prevent a reprisal.
Feb 10, 2026 11:33
LISTEN: Teffia Park in Longford sealed off after two men (20s and 30s) seriously injured in 'double stabbing'
Gardai say two men, aged in their 20s and 30s, received serious injuries and were taken to Mullingar Hospital for treatment.
Feb 10, 2026 08:29
Longford and Leitrim rents could increase by over €3,000 a year, under new rent rules
From March, landlords will be able to reset rent to full market levels for any new tenancy.
Feb 10, 2026 08:19
Two men seriously injured in violent assaults in Longford
Gardaí are appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident to come forward.
Feb 9, 2026 23:49
Emergency services attending N4 crash
The collision occurred a short time ago on the N4 close to Newtownforbes.
Feb 9, 2026 17:35
Valentine's Day spending reveals strong sales locally
Over half a million euro was spent on flowers alone on February 13th 2025.
Feb 9, 2026 13:47
Over 3,600 cars failed NCT test across region so far this year
The statistics were made available on the official NCT website.
Feb 8, 2026 09:17
13 suppliers providing hot school meals in Co. Roscommon
The scheme has been available to all primary schools since September.
Feb 7, 2026 11:23
Government criticised for failing to properly resource social housing audits in Longford
It comes as figures show just 1.72% of social homes in the county have been audited by the local authority.
Feb 6, 2026 13:37Shannonside Newsletter
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