News - Longford
Longford business says new trade deal will reduce local exports to the US
The Government says it regrets the imposition of tariffs but has welcomed the 0% carve out for aviation, and says pharma tariffs will also be capped at 15 per cent.
Jul 28, 2025 13:17
Emergency services at the scene of car fire in Longford town
The road remains closed and diversions are in place.
Jul 24, 2025 15:20
Longford Cllr says she's taking a HSE statement 'with a pinch of salt'
Cllr Peggy Nolan was reacting to the HSE's announcement yesterday that there's currently no decision to remove Regional Hospital Mullingar clinics.
Jul 24, 2025 13:38
Attic House proposed for new Family Resource Centre in Longford
It comes as the Longford Family Resource Centre steering committee launched its Needs Assessment Report yesterday.
Jul 24, 2025 08:23
HSE say no decision to remove Mullingar Hospital clinics from Longford
The clinic acts on a GP referral basis and for follow-up appointments for patients who've been treated in Mullingar.
Jul 23, 2025 17:28
Needs Assessment Report launched in Longford Town
The presentation stressed the impact these centres can have on local families, who have described the support as a 'lighthouse on stormy waters.'
Jul 23, 2025 17:24
Man accused of raping elderly woman in Longford sent forward for trial
The man, who is in his 30s, faces seven charges.
Jul 22, 2025 17:38
Planning permission sought for extension of Co. Longford school
County planners have received the application and are due to make a decision by September.
Jul 22, 2025 11:07
Councillor raises concerns over future of clinical facility in Longford town
It acts on a GP referral basis and for follow-up appointments for patients who've been treated in Mullingar.
Jul 21, 2025 17:19
Longford Gardaí investigating act of criminal damage at housing estate
No arrests have been made but Gardaí say investigations are ongoing.
Jul 21, 2025 13:35
Gardaí investigating following disturbance at Longford premises last night
No arrests were made and no injuries were reported.
Jul 21, 2025 08:46
Over 170 Shannonside homes redeveloped under vacant property grant
While 588 applications have so far been approved across the three counties -- of these, 179 were issued Vacant Property Refurbishment Grants upon completion of works.
Jul 21, 2025 07:42
Councillor confirms traffic lights and footpaths planned for new Longford playground
The play area was officially opened by Rural and Community Development Minister Dara Calleary yesterday evening.
Jul 18, 2025 17:13
Over 14,800 motorists across region got penalty points so far this year
The top five penalty point offences include speeding, holding a mobile phone while driving, and driving without reasonable consideration.
Jul 17, 2025 17:35Shannonside Newsletter
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