News - Longford
Well-known timber manufacturer seek planning permission for new facilities
Glennon Brothers Timber was founded over 100 years ago and is now considered a major industry player in the provision of timber products.
Aug 11, 2024 14:47
Road closed following road traffic collision in Co. Longford
Gardaí attended the scene overnight and investigations are ongoing.
Aug 10, 2024 07:58
Man appears in Court charged with Arson over Longford fire
The court heard from investigating Garda Shane O’Connor how the accused attempted to flee arrest by jumping from a balcony 5 metres from the ground in a state of undress.
Aug 9, 2024 21:23
Man (50s) due in court in relation to Longford Town fire
Millions of euro worth of damage were caused to the Grafton Court area in the aftermath of a major fire on Sunday the 28th of July.
Aug 9, 2024 17:25
Radiology services in Longford Town receive high praise following recent report
The x-ray unit in St Joseph's Care Centre in Longford performs up to 6000 scans per year.
Aug 9, 2024 13:20
Council refuse permission for Granard telecom mast
A separate telecom company objected to the application stating the area had adequate space on existing masts locally
Aug 9, 2024 07:48
Longford's new look LIDL store officially opens
14 new staff members are joining employees from the original store bringing the number on site to 31.
Aug 8, 2024 08:57
Gardaí arrest man in investigation into devastating Longford fire
Emergency services were called to the incident early on Sunday morning, the 28th of July, bringing it under control and stopping the spread of the fire to Main Street.
Aug 8, 2024 08:40
Gardaí renew appeal for information regarding Longford Town shooting
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Longford Garda Station on 043 335 0570 or the Garda Confidential Line.
Aug 7, 2024 13:41
Trial of a man accused of killing a Longford woman in the US adjourned until October
41 year old Sarah McNally, originally from Longford Town, had been living and working in the states for a number of years before her death.
Aug 7, 2024 13:35
Appeal lodged against Longford housing development
Issues had been raided by residents in the Deerpark estate over traffic increases leading to road safety concerns.
Aug 7, 2024 09:39
Joe Flaherty formally appointed Fianna Fail election candidate in Longford
The sitting TD was the only name on the list after Councillor Martin Monaghan withdrew his name following his nomination.
Aug 7, 2024 07:49
Fight against illegal dumping in Longford takes significant step forward
The CCTV will be intended to prevent illegal dumping and enforcing the Litter Pollution Act.
Aug 6, 2024 17:34
Fire-damaged Longford businesses could reopen sooner than expected
There had been fears it would take over a year to fix the damage caused by the blaze last Sunday week.
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