News - Longford
Funeral of Longford hotelier and businessman to take place today
Tributes have been paid since he passed away at the weekend. Christy Maye had a long and successful business career.
Jun 3, 2025 07:23
Chief executive of Longford disability service says Section 39 workers 'must be supported'
The much loved service has its main campus in Longford Town with a number of homes, centres and services in the surrounding county.
Jun 2, 2025 13:25
Longford sees among country's biggest increases in serious driving offences
174 people were killed on Irish roads last year, and the RSA is continuing to urge motorists to drive with care.
Jun 2, 2025 13:16
Annual Creative Ireland day for young people to kick off across the region
It's a day where young people and families come together to enjoy a wide range of creative activities including workshops and tutorials.
Jun 2, 2025 09:28
No private housing built in Longford in 17 years, according to local TD
Micheál Carrigy was speaking during the Oireachtas housing committee, which discussed the First Home Scheme.
May 30, 2025 13:15
Longford-based food tech business has sights on further expansion
School meals provider, Food Village, has invested €3 million in a production facility on the Athlone Road in Longford town.
May 30, 2025 13:06
130,000 students will now be served following expansion of Longford food tech business
Its set to add 200 jobs to the county at the state of the art facility in Master tech business park.
May 29, 2025 18:03
Local Minister says jobs boost is a great vote of confidence in Longford
School meals provider, Food Village, has invested €3m in a production facility on the Athlone Road in Longford town.
May 29, 2025 13:50
Two men arrested following Longford town break ins
St Christopher's Services was one of the buildings targeted overnight.
May 29, 2025 13:35
200 new jobs announced for Longford town this morning
The three-million-euro plant will be officially opened by Junior Finance Minister, Robert Troy, this afternoon.
May 29, 2025 07:42
A first for Longford school in green flag awards
Scoil Bhríde Glen National School in Edgeworthstown were awarded the Global Citizenship Food and Biodiversity flag at an awards ceremony held in Athlone last week.
May 28, 2025 17:26
Award-winning Longford electrician says it's never too late to start an apprenticeship
Dan O'Shea from Fort Hill has beaten over 2,700 apprentices from across the UK and Ireland to be named this year's Screwfix Trade Apprentice champion.
May 27, 2025 11:45
Longford GAA to form steering group next month to deliver centre of excellence
Speaking during Sportsbeat last night, the County Chair says that a round table discussion on the project will be held on the 9th of June.
May 27, 2025 08:23
Next 'first citizens' of Shannonside counties revealed
Fine Gael councillor Garry Murtagh is set to take over as Longford cathaoirleach on June 20th.
May 26, 2025 17:41Shannonside Newsletter
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