News - Senator Joe Flaherty
Senator hoping Bishop has a 'change of heart' over use of school facilities
He says this would have an impact on Sports Capital funding applications.
Jul 13, 2026 17:19
Senator says he's 'hugely disappointed' with a local bishop over the use of school sports facilities
Senator Joe Flaherty told the Seanad that Bishop of Ardagh and Clonmacnois, Paul Connell, recently issued a 'diktat' to schools.
Jul 10, 2026 16:48
Longford Senator outlines Sinn Féin abortion bill stance
It was carried earlier this week by 86 votes to 70 in the Dáil.
Jun 19, 2026 13:06
Longford County Council responds to housing criticism
Earlier this week, local Senator Joe Flaherty said he was "perplexed" and "beyond dumbfounded"
Jun 18, 2026 13:34
Local authority submitted no projects under a new housing fund
Three local projects were approved in Leitrim and Roscommon as part of the Government's Housing Infrastructure Investment Fund.
Jun 16, 2026 17:26
Concerns Lanesborough's GP services are being eroded according to Senator
Joe Flaherty says Dr Ali retired recently after serving Lanesborough and Longford town for many years.
Jun 12, 2026 13:41
Local senator calls for garda management to apologise to Longford inspector
35-year-old Edward 'Blondie' Stokes was jailed last week for a dog attack on Inspector Tom Quinn in Ferriskill, Granard, in 2018.
May 29, 2026 13:02
Local politicians clash in the Seanad
Ciaran Mullooly and other Midlands North West MEP's are addressing members of the Seanad ahead of Ireland’s upcoming Presidency of the European Council.
May 27, 2026 17:26
Co. Longford town set to see new recreational space developed
Edgeworthstown was one of four locations included in a new funding programme by Children's Minister Norma Foley.
May 26, 2026 13:33
Council urged to develop new civic headquarters at vacant shopping centre
It was completed in 2009 by developer Bernard McNamara and has remained unused for 17 years.
May 21, 2026 13:02
Sale of Providers building could pave the way for jobs
The site has been lying idle since the McGinnity family relocated in 2008,
May 5, 2026 17:14
Minister urged to install Superintendent in Longford town
It follows reports this week that the current Garda chief is set to move to another division.
Apr 15, 2026 17:09
Funding sought for potential Longford music museum
The museum would be an immersive heritage attraction celebrating Longford's strong links to Irish country music.
Mar 6, 2026 13:47
Green light for St Mel's overhaul ahead of school merger
The change is expected to accommodate up to 1,200 students on the one campus in time for the start of the 2027 academic year.
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