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EU Commission tasked over South American stance
In December, it emerged that consignments of frozen Brazilian beef products contained a banned hormone.
Feb 3, 2026 17:38
Slovakian man appears in court over alleged Longford stabbing
He was granted bail at Longford District Court today.
Feb 3, 2026 15:49
Ballymahon's Main Street remains closed
Gardai are continuing to appeal for witnesses to come forward.
Feb 3, 2026 13:07
Psychological assessment delays sentencing in Longford arson case
The fire caused several million euro worth of damage to businesses in Grafton Court in July 2024.
Feb 3, 2026 13:06
FAI called on to revisit pricing for new jerseys
The new kit was launched last month by kit manufacturer Castore.
Feb 3, 2026 13:04
Almost 100 waiting for a bed at local hospitals
The INMO's latest trolley watch report has been published.
Feb 3, 2026 13:01
New Boyle Post Office officially opens
Located at the Supervalu Shopping Centre on Elphin Street, it replaces the previous Shop Street premises which operated for over 100 years.
Feb 3, 2026 12:59
Local primary school numbers continue to fall
The Department of Education have published their latest figures
Feb 3, 2026 12:57
Longford secure new family resource centre
Minister for Children Norma Foley made the announcement earlier today.
Feb 3, 2026 12:55
Corruption-linked cases against two local gardai adjourned until May
The case was listed for arraignment today, but now won't proceed until May.
Feb 3, 2026 11:43
Man charged over alleged Longford stabbing
The victim was taken to Mater Misericordiae Hospital in Dublin, for treatment of serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
Feb 3, 2026 11:43
Longford Town set to gain new Family Resource Centre
The Minister for Children Norma Foley made the announcement this morning.
Feb 3, 2026 10:25
Man seriously injured after being struck by car in Ballymahon
He was struck at around 5.15 yesterday evening on Main Street, Ballymahon.
Feb 3, 2026 08:20
25pc decrease in drink/drug-driving checkpoints in Sligo-Leitrim
There were 555 in the third quarter of 2024 - but only 414 in the same period last year, a drop of 25.4 per cent.
Feb 3, 2026 07:39Shannonside Newsletter
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