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Unnecessary deaths more likely due to long trolley wait times in hospitals

5,210 patients have been without a bed in Irish hospitals since the beginning of September.

Sep 17, 2023 09:30

Positive aging celebrations to take place in Roscommon

The event is part of the Cultural Companions Programme, which is supported by Creative Ireland.

Sep 17, 2023 09:08

More placements available at TUS following new hospital partnership

The Technological University of the Shannon joined a partnership with the Bon Secours Hospital in Galway to create clinical placements for its nursing students.

Sep 16, 2023 14:50

Pride march to take place in Leitrim today

The Leitrim Pride March 2023 is starting at Scoil Mhuire, Dublin Road, Carrick on Shannon, at 1pm.

Sep 16, 2023 12:12

Michael D Higgins to honour Gardaí who died in service

The ceremony in Dublin's Phoenix Park will honour over 1,800 Gardai who lost their lives over the past 101 years.

Sep 16, 2023 10:19

No injuries reported following Longford house fire

A fire broke out in a house in Ardnacassa, with an alarm raised at around 8:30 pm.

Sep 16, 2023 09:54

Portiuncula University Hospital opens special room for bereaved parents

The 'Willow Suite' will provide a private environment in which grieving parents will be sensitively cared for.

Sep 16, 2023 09:14

Kerry gas terminal construction rejected by An Bord Pleanála

An Bord Pleanála rejected an application for the Shannon LNG, saying it's 'against Government policy'.

Sep 16, 2023 08:10

Plans for new education centre in Longford Village

A decision for the planning project is due at the end of November.

Sep 15, 2023 15:21

Calls for new council parks division to help upkeep local amenities

Councillor Gerry Warnock made the call at the September meeting of Longford County Council for the new division to be featured on a municipal district level.

Sep 15, 2023 15:20