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Status yellow rain and snow warning for local counties to kick in at midday
The entire country is subject to a status yellow low temperature and ice warning until 10am.
Feb 14, 2026 08:08
Over 360 patients waiting over 18 months for treatment at local hospitals
The most recent report from the National Treatment Purchase Fund reveals just over 5,300 inpatients were on the waiting list as of the end of January.
Feb 13, 2026 17:06
Man accused of New Year's Day assault in Ballagh further remanded on bail
Englishman Jorden Newin suffered serious injuries after the alleged assault in the early hours of New Year’s Day and later died in hospital.
Feb 13, 2026 15:59
Longford man jailed for one year for harassing local solicitor
At Longford Circuit Court on Tuesday, 54-year-old Patrick Cassidy, of Dromard, Moyne, pleaded guilty to harassing Longford solicitor Pauline Brady between January 1, 2024, and January 7, 2025.
Feb 13, 2026 13:56
Overcrowding continues at local hospitals
The INMO's latest trolley watch report has been published.
Feb 13, 2026 13:50
Ireland's first ESA Phi-Lab to be based in Mullingar
It’s backed by a Government investment of 170 million euro over the next five years.
Feb 13, 2026 13:48
Landowners urged to cut overgrown hedges
Hedge-cutting is banned between the 1st of March and 31st of August to allow birds and wildlife to nest and take shelter.
Feb 13, 2026 13:46
Meeting to discuss the future of Leitrim Community Games
The roles of joint chairperson, treasurer, PRO are yet to be filled.
Feb 13, 2026 13:44
Longford housing sees unprecedented demand
The homes are aimed at helping first-time buyers and eligible applicants get onto the property ladder.
Feb 13, 2026 13:37
Yellow snow and ice warning issued to local region
It's in effect from midnight tonight for 24 hours.
Feb 13, 2026 13:35
Minister to raise Longford concerns with Garda Commissioner
On Monday, two men, one in his 20s and the other in his 30s suffered serious injuries in a double stabbing in the county town.
Feb 13, 2026 13:33
Nearly 1,300 delayed transfers from hospitals across the region
A local Fianna Fáil TD says it's due to a lack of residential care, community care and rehabilitation.
Feb 13, 2026 08:48
Shannonside region could plummet to -4C as cold snap beckons
An ice warning comes into effect at 9pm and lasts until 10am tomorrow.
Feb 13, 2026 07:42
17 local farmers fined for illegal burning of land
It is illegal to burn vegetation on uncultivated land between March 1st and August 31st to protect nesting birds and habitats.
Feb 13, 2026 07:24Shannonside Newsletter
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