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23 people killed in workplace accidents in last ten years
Longford was the only county in the region that did not record a work place death involving a vehicle
Apr 21, 2021 07:27
11 more deaths and 390 new cases of Covid-19 reported
Despite an outbreak in a local town and a subsequent jump in cases yesterday, Leitrim recorded no new cases of the virus today.
Apr 20, 2021 18:07
Fundraiser launched to save well known Longford Martial Arts Centre
A Longford Martial Arts Instructor is looking to work with the council to keep the well-known sports centre and community resource open for the future.
Apr 20, 2021 17:49
North West public urged to be vigilant for symptoms following local covid spike
Several small outbreaks in the northwest region are leading to higher numbers of new cases in an area that has seen traditionally low levels of the virus.
Apr 20, 2021 17:30
Benefits outweigh risks for Johnson and Johnson vaccine - EMA
The European medicines Agency has outlined its reason for the continued use of the vaccine this afternoon
Apr 20, 2021 16:01
Longford dog warden urges owners to keep pets on leashes in public
There are growing report of people being upset by dogs running loose at public parks and beauty spots
Apr 20, 2021 13:48
Local MEP urges people suffering from 'Long Covid' to take care of their health
Maria Walsh has suffered the significant long-term effect of contracting Covid-19 after being initially diagnosed in October of last year
Apr 20, 2021 13:39
Warrant issued for Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch in connection with Regency attack
The Dublin based criminal has long been linked with planning the deadly attack at the Regency Hotel in 2016
Apr 20, 2021 13:26
Irish Catholic Association confirm Gardai investigating their Leitrim prayer meeting
Gardai are investigating after the large crowd gathered in Drumshanbo last Sunday afternoon
Apr 20, 2021 13:04
Longford-based food company hopes to expand workforce
The company based in Longford town is set to ramp up prosecution of its hot meals significantly in the coming months
Apr 20, 2021 10:53
HSE to give update on vaccination programme today
It's believed people aged 59 are due to receive a first dose of a vaccine in early May
Apr 20, 2021 09:13
Cost of remote working for Roscommon County Council staff revealed
The collection of housing rents is also predicted to decline as a result of the unwinding of the PUP payment
Apr 20, 2021 07:54
Work on Longford town digital hub expected to begin by Autumn
It is hoped to have a design ready by the end of quarter two of this year
Apr 20, 2021 07:40
Spike in Leitrim Covid numbers among over 400 cases nationwide
No new deaths recorded today but over 400 cases, including double figures in Leitrim
Apr 19, 2021 18:06Shannonside Newsletter
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