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Former cold case Detective praises search effort for missing Longford man
Peter Bohan's body was found in a wooden area near his home yesterday evening, after he vanished from Drumlish on Sunday, May 12th.
May 24, 2024 13:16
Calls to reopen former Athlone nursing home used for refugees
Up to 60 international protection applicants are set to be housed in the former Stella Maris nursing home in Baylough.
May 24, 2024 13:05
Local Councillor says his thoughts are with the Bohan family
His body was eventually found yesterday evening in a wooden area close to his home, after major searches for almost two weeks.
May 24, 2024 11:09
Body of Longford man missing for 11 days is found
The Garda air unit, drones and specialist sniffer dogs were deployed in the search for Peter.
May 24, 2024 07:19
80 people protest against new refugee centre in Athlone
The department says the centre will be ready for new arrivals shortly and it will accommodate families.
May 23, 2024 23:23
Legendary actor Will Ferrell makes surprise visit to Longford
Ferrell is proud of his Longford heritage and wore the county's GAA jersey to a Late Late Show interview in November 2017.
May 23, 2024 22:52
Resident at Lough Funshinagh thankful for public's support
She said meeting the Tánaiste gave her hope that the Government were working towards finding a solution to ongoing flooding at the turlough.
May 23, 2024 17:27
Minister says must be better communication around the housing of refugees
Minister Heather Humphreys was speaking ahead of a visit to Castlerea earlier today where she opened the new An Chistin Food Hub.
May 23, 2024 17:21
Former local nursing home set to accommodate International Protection Applicants
The former Stella Maris nursing home will be used to accommodate families and has a capacity for 60 people.
May 23, 2024 15:23
Local companies going for glory in National Enterprise Awards
Longford-based film company Harp Media is among the finalists for their award-winning film production, digital content and film training services.
May 23, 2024 14:03
US company to lodge planning for major expansion of Longford plant
May 23, 2024 13:58
Minister: Monksland and Castlerea facilities to create jobs
May 23, 2024 13:50
Only one Leitrim dentist treating medical-card patients
The scheme treats people on low incomes for examinations, fillings, cleanings and tooth extractions.
May 23, 2024 13:42
LISTEN: 'Devastated' family of Longford man, missing for 11 days, issue new appeal
They say they are very concerned for the welfare of the 79-year-old, as searches continue.
May 23, 2024 13:36Shannonside Newsletter
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