News - Longford

16 people locally are aged 100 or more

The Department of Social Protection has published the figures.

Jun 8, 2026 13:13

The latest lrish Business Against Litter rankings have been published.

Jun 8, 2026 13:04

Castlerea had the highest pass rate in the region at 47.8 per cent.

Jun 7, 2026 14:53

Lego making is one of the highlights in Co Longford, where a sculpture of St Mel's Cathedral will be unveiled.

Jun 6, 2026 10:10

The figures come as part of a parliamentary question from Kildare North TD Aidan Farrelly to Minister for Children, Norma Foley.

Jun 5, 2026 17:11

Among the stations which saw action included Carrick-on-Shannon, Longford, Loughlynn, Boyle and Athlone.

Jun 5, 2026 13:32

It's part of a nationwide speed reduction strategy.

Jun 5, 2026 11:08

There were 486 births by Longford mothers last year - with almost 43 per cent outside marriage.

Jun 5, 2026 07:18

Earlier this year, the EPA said this year that illegal large-scale extraction of peat was "widespread".

Jun 4, 2026 15:33

Farmers will hear directly from the National Parks and Wildlife Service on the proposals and their potential impact.

Jun 4, 2026 13:16

150 million euro is to be spent over the next 15 years.

Jun 4, 2026 13:09

A file will now be prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions.

Jun 4, 2026 10:47

It's part of the 'My Little Library Book Bag' initiative by Longford County Council which aims to to help children prepare for starting school.

Jun 3, 2026 17:39

President Catherine Connolly attended the event and described migrants as a "shining light" on communities across the country.

Jun 3, 2026 17:29

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