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Brother of Liam Farrell confident killer will be caught
Today is the sixth anniversary of the 87-year-old's death outside his house in Rooskey.
Jan 12, 2026 13:12
Government's approach to Mercosur under fire locally
Jan 12, 2026 13:10
Von der Leyen to sign Mercusor deal this week
The move is prompting fresh criticism, amid claims the agreement is being pushed ahead before a vote in the European Parliament.
Jan 12, 2026 13:08
Council urged to review trading bye-laws
Jan 12, 2026 12:12
Stamp prices set to rise again from next month
An Post says the cost of sending letters nationwide and abroad will increase from February 3rd, with a national stamp rising to €1.85.
Jan 12, 2026 09:33
Longford Cllr remembered as 'trailblazer' for women in local politics
Former Fine Gael councillor Maura Kilbride-Harkin passed away last Thursday at the age of 83.
Jan 12, 2026 08:39
Irish MEP's returning to Brussels for further Mercosur talks
Around 27,000 people attended a community protest against the deal in Athlone on Saturday.
Jan 12, 2026 08:18
Cold case investigation into death of Liam Farrell's death continues
Today is the sixth anniversary of Liam Farrell's death outside his house in Rooskey.
Jan 12, 2026 07:40
27,000 people - and almost 4,000 tractors - attended Athlone protest
They were protesting against the trade agreement between the EU and Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay.
Jan 11, 2026 18:44
Leitrim Councillor Backs Small Business Support Scheme
Commercial rates increased by 5% in Leitrim for the second consecutive year following the councils budget meeting in November.
Jan 11, 2026 15:11
Prayers said for cold-case detectives at Liam Farrell's anniversary Mass
A Mass was held in St Michael’s Church, Bornacoola, this morning.
Jan 11, 2026 14:39
Tributes pour in following passing of Longford's first female mayor
The long-serving politician was also the only female representative elected to Longford County Council in 1985.
Jan 11, 2026 12:47
New men's shed could be in the pipeline for Ballymahon
A local group has taken the initiative to advocate for a new shed in Ballymahon and are currently gauging interest for the project.
Jan 11, 2026 11:25
Peter Burke wants to be Public Expenditure Minister next year
The Enterprise Minister and Longford-Westmeath TD told The Sunday Times: "I'd love the opportunity to serve in one of the money ministries. I wouldn't hide that absolutely one bit."
Jan 11, 2026 09:45Shannonside Newsletter
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