News - Longford

Local TD wants to see Longford schools included in DEIS Plus Programme

The DEIS plus programme is set to provide additional support to a small number of schools with the highest levels of disadvantage.

Dec 1, 2025 17:30

Hundreds of people gathered on The Square in the town last night, as Santa switched on the Christmas lights.

Dec 1, 2025 14:03

In total, 5,200 people from across the country will be granted Citizenship.

Dec 1, 2025 08:29

There was family entertainment throughout the day on The Square, including live music.

Dec 1, 2025 07:45

Santa arrived at 6pm to switch on the lights at the large Christmas tree above Dealz shop.

Nov 30, 2025 20:00

There was a significant increase in this offence in the Shannonside region.

Nov 30, 2025 13:46

That’s according to the latest CSO figures which were published this week.

Nov 30, 2025 12:22

A busy schedule of events are taking place from 1pm.

Nov 30, 2025 09:10

Shane Carrigy, who was in his 40s, was the manager of Carrigy's Coaches, a leading transport operator based in Ballinalee.

Nov 30, 2025 08:39

Shane Carrigy, who was in 40s, passed away on Thursday.

Nov 29, 2025 07:56

The change is expected to accommodate up to 1,200 students on the one campus in time for the start of the 2027 academic year.

Nov 28, 2025 17:14

Nov 28, 2025 14:43

Among those receiving funding is Lús na Greine Family Resource Centre which has been allocated over €76,000

Nov 28, 2025 13:56

The coroner has been notified.

Nov 28, 2025 13:36

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