News - Longford
Over 700 vehicles seized in three local counties
In the Mayo, Roscommon and Longford Division, a total of 708 seizures took place over the year.
Feb 6, 2026 07:16
Calls for increased HAP thresholds
Feb 5, 2026 13:22
Calls for new post-primary school for Edgeworthstown
Fine Gael Cllr Paul Ross is calling for support from Longford County Council at next weeks council meeting.
Feb 5, 2026 13:17
Longford & Roscommon two poorest counties in terms of disposable income
Nationally, Dublin is at the top of the list with an average disposable income per person of over €33,000 per person with Limerick and Cork making up the top three.
Feb 5, 2026 11:25
Jobs in jeopardy at Eurogiant stores in Longford and Roscommon
The company that runs the chain of discount stores has gone into liquidation.
Feb 5, 2026 08:11
Teen arrested at the scene of serious Ballymahon crash
A man in his 80s was badly injured after being hit by a car on Main Street, Ballymahon, on Monday evening.
Feb 4, 2026 10:59
11-week wait for driving test in Longford
Longford has the longest wait for a driving test locally, with learner drivers waiting around 11 weeks.
Feb 4, 2026 07:18
Funeral of Derek Cobbe takes place
He passed away on Friday last following a prolonged illness and was laid to rest this afternoon in Saint Paul’s Church Cemetery, Newtownforbes.
Feb 3, 2026 17:49
Ballymahon's Main Street reopens
Gardai are continuing to appeal for witnesses to come forward.
Feb 3, 2026 17:45
Funeral of former Longford goalkeeper John Heneghan takes place
He was goalkeeper on the county’s history-making 1966 National League and 1968 Leinster Senior Football Championship winning teams.
Feb 3, 2026 17:44
Slovakian man appears in court over alleged Longford stabbing
He was granted bail at Longford District Court today.
Feb 3, 2026 15:49
Ballymahon's Main Street remains closed
Gardai are continuing to appeal for witnesses to come forward.
Feb 3, 2026 13:07
Psychological assessment delays sentencing in Longford arson case
The fire caused several million euro worth of damage to businesses in Grafton Court in July 2024.
Feb 3, 2026 13:06
Longford secure new family resource centre
Minister for Children Norma Foley made the announcement earlier today.
Feb 3, 2026 12:55Shannonside Newsletter
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