'The Sunflower Park' was officially opened by Rural and Community Development Minister Dara Calleary on Thursday evening.

The state-of-the-art sensory playground was designed for young people with physical or intellectual disabilities.

Dara Calleary will be visiting a newly-opened sensory playground in Longford Town this evening, and will also be stopping by Granard to officially reopen the tennis and basketball courts at the Higginstown Complex.

There were 80 around the country, including in Longford town and Boyle, before they were abolished in 2014.

The generated additional funds would go towards the renovation of local footpaths, which have been a 'serious' concern for the elderly and mothers with prams, according to councillor Peggy Nolan.

They are appealing for any information that may assist them in the investigation, including the names of the suspects, CCTV or mobile phone footage.

Longford claim Midlands El Classico bragging rights

The book traces the history of the 17th Infantry Battalion, which had its headquarters in Connolly Barracks in Longford Town.

Longford Town to meet Castlebar Celtic in FAI Cup on July 20

The Battery road works have been the source significant complaints from local residents, businesses and representatives over the last two years due to traffic delays.

Athlone Town draw Terenure Rangers in Women's FAI cup first round

Several of his passions were remembered at his funeral - including his family, literature, the Irish language, the GAA and politics.