News - Longford
Children with special needs in Longford face 120-mile round-trip to go to school
Senator Micheál Carrigy told the Seanad children shouldn't have to leave the county to access a school place.
Oct 23, 2024 13:39
School secretary pay agreement a 'positive step', says local TD
This arrangement comes as part of a package of measures following engagements with the Workplace Relations Commission.
Oct 21, 2024 17:34
Two former Longford councillors paid combined total of €144,000 in retirement gratuities
Four other former councillors, who exited the council in June, will receive retirement payments when they reach 50 years of age - Gerry Warnock, Colin Dalton, Gerard Farrell and Colm Murray.
Oct 21, 2024 11:49
Longford councillor stresses need for more refuge centres in the region
It comes as Justice Minister Helen McEntee admitted the level of domestic abuse has tripled in the last 10 years to over 46 thousand cases.
Oct 19, 2024 12:57
Fundraiser events underway in support of local rehab services
The Rehab Group in Longford announced the return of their fundraiser, now rebranded as 'Cuppa for Rehab'.
Oct 18, 2024 11:50
Local TD stresses need for new early train service along Sligo-Dublin route
The deputy noted that timetable changes have been made recently to rail lines in Cork, Waterford, Limerick, and Dublin, but that no upgrades were announced for Sligo-Dublin.
Oct 17, 2024 17:41
Fine Gael Cllr says viral song about Longford is hurtful to local people
The song portrays Longford Town as a place defined by its crime, where, according to the lyrics, "depending on the day, it could be fist, knife, or gun."
Oct 17, 2024 13:27
Local Businesses along N63 raise concerns over street works
Over 60 business people have contacted Longford County Council in relation to potential disruption.
Oct 17, 2024 13:08
Planning refusal upheld for pharmacy at Longford GP Practice
One issue raised in their decision was that anyone not using a car to access the site outside of the town would be put at a disadvantage.
Oct 16, 2024 07:51
Two injured following three-vehicle crash in Longford last night
Emergency services attended the scene of the collision on the N55 near Ballymahon at around 8 o'clock yesterday evening.
Oct 14, 2024 16:10
Husband and wife appear in Court over Longford stabbing
Gardaí are of the "firm belief" that the feud is "far from over and there will be reprisals from both parties.''
Oct 11, 2024 17:17
Court appearance for pair arrested over alleged serious Longford assault
A man in his 30s was taken by air ambulance to the Mater Hospital in Dublin where he remains in a serious, but non-life threatening condition.
Oct 11, 2024 11:53
Longford Irish Countrywomen's Association gearing up for show tomorrow
The event will take place at the Longford Arms Hotel with prizes up for grabs and live music on the night.
Oct 10, 2024 17:21
Recent feud violence further damages Longford's reputation - Warnock
Gerry Warnock has been speaking after a man was been seriously injured in an alleged assault in Longford Town this morning.
Oct 10, 2024 17:13Shannonside Newsletter
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