Longford News
Longford Leader·23 Jul, 18:40We hid in the bathroom, Irish premier told as he meets people in bomb-hit Kyiv
Micheál Martin said ‘people should not have to suffer like this’.
Longford Leader·23 Jul, 17:43No more bump in the road! Longford bridge pothole branded 'a danger and a safety concern', repaired at last!
The deepening pothole was deemed a safety hazard for those using the road.
Longford Leader·23 Jul, 17:29Slievenamon wildfire could burn for days, chief fire officer says
A large wildfire in south Co Tipperary could take ‘days’ to be extinguished.
Longford Leader·23 Jul, 16:37Tractors and tankers used by local farmers to help tackle wildfire
People have described how the community has tried to protect houses near the blaze.
Longford Leader·23 Jul, 16:25Preparations underway for Longford Family Fest
Longford Family Fest kicks off today Thursday July 23 with live music from 5:30 and will continue tomorrow with a market and even more music
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Longford Leader·23 Jul, 16:16'This is racist' - Social media post causes uproar over 'fermenting hatred' in community
A social media post circulating online claiming Muslim prayer mats have been hung on railings of the Church of the Assumption in Tullamore has been labelled as “racist” and “untrue”.
Longford Leader·23 Jul, 16:15Ukraine ‘priority’ for Ireland during EU presidency, Taoiseach says
Micheál Martin said it was important to visit Ukraine early in Ireland’s EU presidency
Longford Leader·23 Jul, 15:00Over €730,000 in Back-to-School payments for Longford families a 'great support'
The scheme has been extended this year to include kids aged two and three years of age for the first time with 1,757 payments for county Longford families.
Longford Leader·23 Jul, 14:00'Reminder to make submissions': Longford people can have their say on parking byelaws
Submissions will close on August 10 and Director of Services Barbara Heslin said the plan is to bring an updated report and updated byelaws to the September local authority meeting.
Longford Leader·23 Jul, 13:55McEntee announces 10 million euro for Northern Irish peacebuilding projects
The money allocated by the Reconciliation Fund will focus on groups combating domestic, sexual and gender based violence.
Longford Leader·23 Jul, 13:34Longford’s Cian McPhillips v Donegal’s Mark English in National 800m title clash
Stars of Irish Athletics set for Morton Stadium showdown
Longford Leader·23 Jul, 13:17Justice Minister says he will meet Law Society amid legal aid fee row
Jim O’Callaghan said the Law Society has not communicated with him since the introduction of new regulations.
Longford Leader·23 Jul, 13:15'Stop use immediately' - Hundreds of electric blankets recalled amid serious fire fears
There are approximately 867 affected products in the Republic of Ireland.
Longford Leader·23 Jul, 12:54Planning permisson sought for changes at former bank building in Longford
Planning permission is being sought for proposed changes to the former Ulster Bank building in Longford town.
Longford Leader·23 Jul, 12:52Irish premier says ‘no concrete evidence’ on alumina exports investigation
Micheál Martin said the probe was ‘almost complete’ and the results would be shared with the European Commission.
Longford Leader·23 Jul, 12:15Deaths in Longford - Thursday, July 23, 2026
Death notices and funeral announcements for County Longford - May they Rest In Peace
Longford Leader·23 Jul, 12:00Longford priest launches new book and reflects on parish life to brushes with death
Fr Pat Lennon has many stories to tell including his priesthood journey, multiple hair-raising stories of brushes with death and his experiences in Zambia and Zimbabwe.
Longford Leader·23 Jul, 11:08Firefighters tackling ‘significant’ Slievenamon fire for fourth day
Firefighters in Co Tipperary are fighting a large fire which has spread to an adjoining forest.
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Longford Leader·23 Jul, 10:15Garda station to remain closed as two Gardaí hospitalised after processing vape products
The members of An Garda Síochána became unwell after processing seized vape products at Edenderry Garda Station
Longford Leader·23 Jul, 10:10Roll-up, roll-up for free circus training in Longford from talented trainer
The training will take place one evening a week for eight weeks, over the months of August and September in the Attic grounds.
Longford Leader·23 Jul, 09:51Dublin Airport Authority settles defamation lawsuit with journalist
The DAA has apologised and settled a defamation lawsuit with a journalist over posts on X.
Longford Leader·23 Jul, 08:00Time for kids to get snap happy for the Explore Longford Young Photographer's competition!
The annual Explore Longford Young Photographer's Competition is open to children aged 6 to 13 and requires entrants to capture a scene, attraction, town or village anywhere in Longford.
Longford Leader·22 Jul, 20:30PICTURES: Debs night for Longford's Mean Scoil Mhuire
Scroll down to see a selection of beautiful shots from the night and tap the arrows at the end of the page for more