News - Longford
Longford Gardaí arrest motorist following number of traffic offences
Longford Roads Policing Unit stopped a vehicle after an ANPR alert for no insurance.
Jan 13, 2026 10:59
Three hospitalised following Longford crashes
Investigations into both crashes are ongoing.
Jan 12, 2026 17:18
Local house prices continue to rise
The latest national survey from the Real Estate Alliance looks at the average second-hand three-bed semi.
Jan 12, 2026 13:16
Stamp price increase criticised locally
An Post says the cost of sending letters nationwide and abroad will increase from February 3rd, with a national stamp rising to €1.85.
Jan 12, 2026 13:15
Longford Cllr remembered as 'trailblazer' for women in local politics
Former Fine Gael councillor Maura Kilbride-Harkin passed away last Thursday at the age of 83.
Jan 12, 2026 08:39
New men's shed could be in the pipeline for Ballymahon
A local group has taken the initiative to advocate for a new shed in Ballymahon and are currently gauging interest for the project.
Jan 11, 2026 11:25
Leitrim's flu rates continue above national average
The weekly snapshot, based on cases confirmed in a laboratory per 100,000 population in each county, are reported over a three-week rolling rate.
Jan 8, 2026 13:15
Local TD backs government's Mercosur stance
Farmers are warning against the move, saying it will bring low quality beef into the country.
Jan 8, 2026 13:07
Investigation continues into alleged assault in Longford
No arrests have been made.
Jan 8, 2026 07:46
Funeral of N4 crash victim to take place today
The late Mr Kelly's funeral mass will take St Mary's Church, Granard at 12 noon.
Jan 8, 2026 07:33
Property prices surge in Roscommon
That's according to the latest MyHome.ie Property Price Report.
Jan 8, 2026 07:28
Local students set for Scientist & Technology Exhibition
More than 200 prizes will be up for grabs, including a place in the EU Contest for Young Scientists for the overall winner.
Jan 7, 2026 07:29
Climate action course to take place in Longford this month
It'll be hosted by former UN diplomat Jacinta Barrins and the local authority's climate change officer.
Jan 6, 2026 16:45
Further calls for minor injury unit to be developed in Longford town
Health Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill has committed to visited the proposed site this year.
Jan 6, 2026 13:38Shannonside Newsletter
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