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19/08/2024

PICTURES: Electric Picnic photo diary gives insight into the realities of the festival

Look back diary of candid shots from across the weekend!

19/08/2024

Uisce Eireann reporting a water disruption in east Longford town

Uisce Eireann is reporting a water disruption in the Edgeworthstown area. The water outage issue in Edgeworthstown has also caused traffic disruptions. The notification says that repairs to a burst water main may cause supply disruptions to Clonwhelan, Corclaragh, Clonca, Coolamber, Edgeworthstown a...

19/08/2024

Longford Farming: Exemption of farmland from residential zoned land tax must be delivered in Budget

"IFA representatives and farmer members have received positive and understanding comments from politicians, the RZLT still remains in place"

19/08/2024

Deaths in Longford - Monday, August 19, 2024

May they Rest In Peace

19/08/2024

Longford saddened by death of a lady with a wonderful personality and who left an indelible mark on her community

Late Pamela Farrell (née Byrne), Derrygeel, Lanesboro, Longford

19/08/2024

Ballymahon's Leo Casey Historical Society to unveil a plaque commemorating The Workhouse

National Heritage Week 2024 takes place throughout this week and all across Longford volunteers are putting together events to highlight the importance of heritage to our communities. In County Longford, Heritage Week is an opportunity to explore our history, culture and nature through a variety of....

19/08/2024

PICTURES: Electric Picnic aftermath - 'War zone' as picnickers go home

Until next year...

19/08/2024

ALERT: Irish weather forecast for coming week is in as Hurricane Ernesto remnants hit

Be advised!

19/08/2024

Fundraiser set up for beloved tour guide after brain cancer diagnosis

Will Nugent had to close down his business following the diagnosis

19/08/2024

When is Rose of Tralee on TV? Running order, contestant line-up, betting odds and RTE start time

The Rose of Tralee is set to return on RTE next week

19/08/2024

PICTURES: Out and about on Day 3 of Electric Picnic 2024 as Kylie closes the festival

Check out our latest photo gallery from Stradbally and don't forget to tag your friends!

19/08/2024

Casey lands dramatic winning point as Longford Slashers defeat Wolfe Tones in hurling championship

Wolfe Tones advance to final despite defeat to Longford Slashers

18/08/2024

Influencer Louise Cooney announces engagement to GAA star

Louise and Mark, a talented Gaelic footballer and actuary from Antrim, met online during Covid

18/08/2024

PICTURES: Did we see you at Wolfe Tones in Stradbally? Packed crowd hits main stage for big trad show

USE THE ARROWS OR 'NEXT' TO BROWSE THROUGH THE FULL GALLERY USE THE ARROWS OR 'NEXT' TO BROWSE THROUGH THE FULL GALLERY USE THE ARROWS OR 'NEXT' TO BROWSE THROUGH THE FULL GALLERY USE THE ARROWS OR 'NEXT' TO BROWSE THROUGH THE FULL GALLERY USE THE ARROWS OR 'NEXT' TO BROWSE THROUGH THE FULL GALLERY....

18/08/2024

Woman's car poleaxed when shopping in popular supermarket thanks emergency services

A teenager ducked a split second before the barrier would have hit him

18/08/2024

Longford GAA results scoreboard

All your results

18/08/2024

WATCH: 'See you on main stage in 2025!' - I'm Grand Mam hosts PJ and Kevin talk all things Electric Picnic

Popular podcast hosts and Corkonians PJ Kirby and Kevin Twomey stole the show with a talent competition at the White Claw stage in Stradbally this afternoon. The I'm Grand Mam hosts had earlier talked at a packed-out mindfield tent, and the duo are excited about their festival popularity. We caught....

18/08/2024

Gardaí catch learner driver who 'drove for the last time' speeding in treacherous' conditions

The driver was travelling 153kp/h in a 100kp/h zone

18/08/2024

Vote Scooter! Longford Nose of Tralee representative looking for your support

Have your say and help decide who will be crowned the 2024 Nose of Tralee!

18/08/2024

ALERT: Met Eireann reveals exact date that Hurricane Ernesto could impact Ireland

An active Atlantic hurricane season could effect the country next week

18/08/2024

Deaths in Longford - Sunday, August 18, 2024

May they Rest In Peace

18/08/2024

'Mobbed' - Electric Picnic MD was in the packed audience as local act steals the limelight

Local Laois acts are festival highlights for Electric Picnic organiser Melvin Benn

18/08/2024

Longford's Emma Brennan sparkles in Scotland and brings home gold medal

Fiona Gettings shines in Gothenburg at the World Masters Championships

18/08/2024

Longford man will line out with Ireland in 1st Transplant Football World Cup in Italy

Lanesboro's Derek Rutherford is fundraising ahead of the historic event

18/08/2024

Male teenager arrested after gardaí discover he had €180k worth of suspected THC oil

The youth had approximately 7 litres of suspected THC oil

18/08/2024

Longford District Court: Bench warrant issued for dangerous driver

Defendant convicted in absence

18/08/2024

Bundles of joy! Longford couples delighted to welcome new arrivals into the world

Congratulations and best wishes to both families

18/08/2024

No joy for Longford's Melissa O'Kane and her Shamrock Rovers team mates in All-Island Cup final

Champions Galway United retain title following dramatic penalty shoot-out

18/08/2024

WATCH: Small local choir draw record crowds at Electric Picnic

Timahoe Male Choir rocked Hazelwood at the Picnic

18/08/2024

Man dies in early morning road crash in Kerry

The road is closed with local diversions in place

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Get your entries in for Longford's Next Superstar

There are still a few days left to enter Longford's Next Superstar! The deadline to enter is Sunday, October 17. To enter, send a 60 second video of your talent via WhatsApp to 0858859731. Entries are flying in and here's a sneak peek of a beautiful performance by Ciara Mahon and Bredine Nixon. Get your own entry in before Sunday to be in with the chance to win an amazing €1,500 prize packet thanks to our sponsors, The SinBin, Stakelum's Pharmacy, Supermac's Longford, Stephen Olwell Opticians and Mullingar Credit Union

Hospitality Hero - Micheál Carrigy, Longford Tourism 👏 Congratulations to Senator Micheál Carrigy and Chairman of Longford Tourism, who has been crowned one of Iconic Newspapers’ Hospitality Heroes. 🛎 The Hospitality Heroes series is an initiative where Iconic Newspapers recognise those who are heroes in their field. 🏞️ Micheál Carrigy is chairperson of the County Longford Tourism Committee since 2012. The committee was instrumental in a dedicated branding to Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands - bringing Westmeath, Roscommon, Offaly and Longford together for the midlands. 🚴‍♀️ Research has shown that tourists love the midlands woodlands, walkways, cycle paths, hikes and river activities which Longford has in abundance. 🎣 When making a break for Irelands Hidden Heartlands in Longford, you can discover the lakes, the Royal Canal and the River Shannon for boating or angling. It’s a county rich in history, literature & culture with fine food and dining. 🎙 Micheál spoke with Siobhan Donohoe of Iconic Newspapers urging people to come visit Longford and walk in the footsteps and through the sites of our ancestors. 📜 Longford is developing a new Famine Trail and links around the Royal Canal. In addition, they are developing routes in North Longford to bring us back in time to the famous Battle of Ballinamuck and the War of Independence. There will be an interpretive centre and tours with stories of Kitty Kieran and how she first met Michael Collins in her Longford home. 👇 Check out our link below to view full video interview http://bit.ly/MichealCarrigy