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Covid test centre in Castlerea experiencing high demand
The growing spread of Covid around the country is leading to increased demand for testing at several centres nationwide
Aug 18, 2021 11:14
Work ongoing to repatriate 33 Irish people from Afghanistan
The adults and children are hoping to get home in the coming days.
Aug 18, 2021 09:31
Homeless charity hopes for significant development of housing units in Longford
It's hoped to turn various empty buildings into homes for people living on the streets.
Aug 18, 2021 08:23
Missing Meath teenager could be in Mullingar
She was last seen on Sunday near her home.
Aug 18, 2021 07:40
Close to 1,500 new cases of Covid-19 recorded nationwide today
The national incidence rate is at its highest since January.
Aug 17, 2021 17:36
Abbott Longford marathon won't go ahead in traditional manner
The annual race has attracted hundreds of people each year to the county town in Longford and it brought a significant economic boost to the hospitality sector at the end of the summer season
Aug 17, 2021 17:28
Government under pressure to extend pandemic supports for entertainment sector
Industry reps are highlighting the damage that could be caused to the sector should supports be cut.
Aug 17, 2021 17:24
LISTEN: Leitrim abortion rights campaign group hope review of legislation will address difficulties
Among the issues that are of concern are the three-day reflection period
Aug 17, 2021 17:08
Poet Laureates announced for Strokestown and Carrick-on-Shannon
The week from the 10th to the 18th of September will see a range of activities involving local poets, poetry workshops, and public poetry displays
Aug 17, 2021 16:09
N.I.A.C approves vaccine mixing in certain circumstances
Vaccine mixing will be limited to those who've had a bad reaction to a first dose or who are worried about the second dose of the same vaccine.
Aug 17, 2021 15:40
Tributes paid to Mohill's "inspirational" Andrew O'Malley following passing
Andrew suffered life-changing injuries in a gym accident in December 2016
Aug 17, 2021 14:42
Tinder to offer users chance to scan ID to verify identity
The dating app ran a successful trial in Japan recently.
Aug 17, 2021 13:52
Save Leitrim urges people to remember impact of forestry during 'Heritage Week'
The Save Leitrim group feel Heritage Week should reflect more of what has been lost df due to government policies
Aug 17, 2021 13:37
Taliban conducting charm offensive according to former Longford aid worker
While the militant group insists no one will be harmed, there is said to be an atmosphere of fear and anxiety among the population.
Aug 17, 2021 13:29Shannonside Newsletter
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