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Weather warning issued for four local counties
A status yellow thunderstorm alert is currently in place for Cavan, Monaghan, Leitrim and Roscommon.
May 16, 2024 18:20
Search continues for missing Longford man
He's described as being approximately 5 foot 9 inches in height with a slim build, brown/grey hair and blue eyes.
May 16, 2024 17:11
Longford Pride Festival officially launched
The 'Pride Launch' event was held at Longford Library yesterday to kick off the festivities, which will formally begin on the 15th of June.
May 16, 2024 17:04
Protest planned in Castlerea this Sunday called off
The protest which was planned to take place from the Arm Road area of Castlerea has now been suspended by organisers.
May 16, 2024 16:40
Local Gardaí issue scam warning in Longford
They have asked people not to engage unless they are sure the person is reputable.
May 16, 2024 13:36
Local elections candidate calls for better rail infrastructure in Co. Longford
Dave Smyth believes the Dublin to Sligo rail line that runs through the county could be better served with the strategic reopening of certain rail stations.
May 16, 2024 13:34
Gardaí warn election candidates to take safety measures
More than 60% of local councillors say they have experienced threats, intimidation, or harassment between 2021 and 2023.
May 16, 2024 13:23
GoSafe vans could be used to detect dangerous driver behaviour
Sinn Féin's spokesperson on Transport Martin Kenny has called on the Justice Minister to explain why this isn't already the case.
May 16, 2024 12:45
Local Senator calls for primary care centre for Ballaghaderreen
Locals have been criticising the lack of services in recent months following discussions around housing refugees in the town.
May 16, 2024 12:34
Taoiseach to officially open Colm Horkan Memorial Pitch next month
The event is due to get underway at 1pm on the 2nd of June.
May 16, 2024 10:33
HSE committing to keeping GP services in Williamstown says Councillor
The Williamstown Action Group met with the HSE in Tuam yesterday afternoon.
May 16, 2024 08:27
Local Gardaí issue farm safety appeal after young teen found driving tractor
The tractor, with a roller attached, was being driven by a 14 year old with a 13 year old passenger.
May 16, 2024 07:47
Local European candidate supports legalisation of medicinal use of cannabis
The Granard man is focusing his campaign around healthcare and advocating for more disability supports in the region.
May 15, 2024 17:11
Search for missing Longford man winding down this evening
79 year old Peter Oliver Bohan was last seen leaving his property at Cloonellon on the Newtownforbes Road on Sunday afternoon.
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