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Teenager due in court over Athlone drug seizure
Following an incident last Saturday evening, April 11th, Gardaí carried a search of a man.
Apr 14, 2026 13:12
New Longford Superintendent to be assigned
Outgoing Superintendent Michael Dorrigan took up the position in August 2024, and is now being transferred to Dundalk Garda Station.
Apr 14, 2026 13:11
Local Fine Gael TD critical of Justice Minister's fuel blockade stance
There are ongoing disputes over who should have been consulted before Minister Jim O'Callaghan's unexpected announcement last Thursday.
Apr 14, 2026 13:07
People urged to be wary of bogus callers in North Longford
There have been reports of scammers calling to homes and claiming they are working as external contractors on behalf of Longford County Council.
Apr 14, 2026 11:25
Local RNLI training crew respond to rescue mission in Athlone
Lough Ree RNLI was recently part of a lake rescue mission while out on a training session.
Apr 14, 2026 08:41
Local TD urging politicians to back Sinn Féin no-confidence motion
The main opposition party says they haven't done enough to ease the fuel crisis after days of protests.
Apr 14, 2026 08:15
Ireland recorded highest electricity prices in Europe in 2024
Research from the ESRI shows our dependence on gas is pushing up our prices.
Apr 14, 2026 07:37
Local junior minister says fuel protests have 'no purpose' at this stage
It's after the government announced petrol and diesel would drop by an extra 10 cents a litre.
Apr 13, 2026 18:04
Sinn Féin TD hopeful Government no confidence motion will receive wide backing
The party is due to table the motion tomorrow in response to the handling of nationwide fuel price protests.
Apr 13, 2026 16:31
'More choice needed' as third of local parents prefer multi-denominational education
This means local counties are among the top areas of the country where parents expressed a strong preference for their school's ethos to remain denominational.
Apr 13, 2026 13:45
Local MEP takes aim at Taoiseach over 'poor leadership'
The Midlands MEP said blockades would have ended sooner had Micheál Martin opened dialogue with those organising them.
Apr 13, 2026 13:39
Disruption at local schools as practical exams cancelled for today
The State Examinations Commission announced last night it was deferring the Leaving Cert Music and Junior Cycle Home Economics practicals, which were scheduled for today.
Apr 13, 2026 13:33
New GP to start work in Lanesboro next month
It follows a lengthy process to fill the vacant GP position in the south Longford town.
Apr 13, 2026 13:29
Public consultation tomorrow over permanent south Roscommon flood-relief plan
Roscommon County Council has confirmed the public consultation will take place at the Hodson Bay Hotel.
Apr 13, 2026 13:14Shannonside Newsletter
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