The newly appointed Longford council boss expressed honor and pledged to address critical issues such as housing, jobs, and enterprise for current and future generations in the region.

A planning waiver for back garden modular units is being considered in Longford, Ireland, with proponents suggesting it will help deliver more homes.

A man driving past Longford Garda Station has reportedly vowed he is 'prepared to die,' escalating tensions within the Traveller community in Longford town.

Gardaí are investigating a two-vehicle collision in Longford where both drivers reportedly walked away unscathed.

A factory in Longford town, which has been derelict for over two decades, is slated for a significant residential redevelopment project.

Gardaí conducted raids on five businesses and two homes in Mayo and Longford, Ireland, leading to the seizure of cannabis jellies and 'reefer' cigarettes and the arrest of two men in their 30s.

A compact farm in Ardagh is leading a strong selection of land offerings currently available in Longford, Ireland.

Plans for a new coffee shop in a north Longford town have received planning approval, signaling a timely retail boost for the area. The development is expected to enhance local amenities.

Nearly half of childcare providers across Longford and Westmeath in Ireland are reportedly struggling to manage and combat extensive waiting lists.

Irish police (Gardaí) are actively searching for arsonists responsible for an overnight attack on a home in Longford.

A man is scheduled to appear in court in connection with a violent knife incident that occurred in a north Longford village.

Uisce Éireann is facing pressure to provide transparency regarding delays in water repairs in north Longford, which left homes without water for six days.

A court has heard details of a violent row in a Longford estate where a man stabbed his housemate in an altercation reportedly aimed at deciding 'who was the stronger'.

Heathrow’s potential expansion could result in the destruction of the village of Longford but its residents have another more pressing concern, as Dan Haygarth finds out

A historic chapel in Longford has received planning permission to be transformed into a modern apartment complex.

A Garda inspector testified in court that he feared for his life and believed he might die during a dog attack incident in Co Longford eight years ago, where a Belgian Shepherd was set on him.

Two Gardaí, Brian Carroll (42) and James Muldowney (47), appeared in Longford Circuit Court and will require a trial to address corruption-related charges against them.

Longford farmer and school principal Herbert Farrell continues a 900-year-old island farming tradition, adapting himself and his cattle to the challenging conditions of his family's 143-acre island farm.

An elderly pedestrian in their 80s has died in hospital after being struck by a car in Longford town. Gardaí have launched a witness appeal regarding the incident.

An elderly pedestrian in his 80s is in critical condition after being struck by a car in Longford and has been airlifted to Beaumont Hospital for serious injuries.

Two men have been hospitalized following a serious road traffic collision that occurred in County Longford.

A man in his 30s died in a single-vehicle collision that occurred shortly after midnight on Sunday, March 29, in Ballymahon, Longford, Ireland.

The Ballylongford Oyster Festival successfully delivered another memorable weekend, featuring an international twist.

Wexford is set to host a variety of events for the August Bank Holiday Weekend, including music, theatre, art exhibitions, and family-friendly activities.

Irish police have launched their third arson investigation in Longford within five weeks after a car was set ablaze in Edgeworthstown, prompting a public appeal for calm.

Gardaí have admitted they have no information regarding the whereabouts of a Longford man who is accused of assaulting three gardaí.

A motorist is set to appear in court after gardaí seized over €150,000 worth of illegal cigarettes and tobacco in Longford.

Tributes are pouring in from the Longford and Westmeath communities for a much-loved and adored girl guide, described as a 'wonderful and special person'.

A car spontaneously burst into flames in Longford town, Ireland, with Gardaí investigating the incident and ruling out any foul play.

An inquest found that a Longford coach firm owner died in a 'freak' workplace accident when a bus suspension system ruptured.

Almost 50% of property sales in Longford, Ireland, are now being made by landlords who are reportedly exiting a significantly altered rental market.

The long-awaited upgrade of the N4 road between Mullingar and Longford has received a boost as design teams have initiated discussions with landowners.

Irish Rail has deemed an early morning Longford–Sligo rail service feasible but stated that its implementation is currently stalled due to a lack of funding.

Ireland's Enterprise Minister is set to unveil a new tourism website for Longford, aiming to boost visitor numbers to the region.

A Dublin-based renewable energy firm is set to table revised plans to increase the height of its controversial Longford wind turbine development to over 550 feet.

Counties across Ireland are preparing for a diverse range of events this June bank holiday weekend, including music festivals, markets, circus performances, and pride parades. The festivities promise entertainment for all ages, from Boogie Loco in Longford to Father Ted-themed events.

A Garda inspector was forced to shoot a dog that attacked him, frothing at the mouth and lunging at his neck, during an incident in Longford. A couple has since been sentenced in connection with the event.

Annaly Park in Longford has been recognized as the county's 'best large estate' at an annual awards ceremony.

Plans have been submitted to council bosses for a modern coffee shop in a north Longford town, signaling a potential retail boost for the area.

A 100-year-old woman from Ballylongford, County Kerry, who recently became the last surviving member of her siblings, has dedicated over 80 years of her life as a devoted nun and pioneering educator.

A pedestrian in his 80s has died in hospital following a collision in Longford town, Ireland. The incident involved the man being knocked down, leading to his subsequent death.

Irish police, Gardaí, have launched an investigation into a single-vehicle crash in County Longford where a concrete post smashed through a car's windscreen, leaving the driver hospitalized and a passenger injured.

A man in his 30s has died in hospital six days after a road crash in Co Longford, while a woman in her 40s is in serious condition after being struck by a lorry in Donegal.

A logistics firm based in Longford has unveiled ambitious plans for expansion, signaling growth in the sector.

Gardaí are investigating another arson attack in Longford after a car was torched in the county town, marking a recurring issue in the area.

A mid-morning confrontation involving 'a number of punches' reportedly 'boiled over' inside a shop in Longford.

Gardaí are still investigating the death of baby Doriana Kluska, who died on June 4th, 2017, in Co Longford after suffering a head injury, nearly nine years after the incident.

Two men have been rushed to the hospital following a serious two-vehicle collision in Longford, Ireland. Gardaí have closed the road as they investigate the incident.

A woman in her 50s was rushed to the hospital following a two-car collision that occurred in Longford town.

Plans by a developer to convert a historic chapel in Longford into an apartment complex have been put on hold, with authorities citing concerns about safety.

The Enterprise Minister has revealed that the Industrial Development Agency (IDA) is considering Longford as a competitive location for global investment.

Longford is reportedly the only county in Ireland to miss out on a €1 billion housing infrastructure fund, a situation described as "beyond embarrassing."

A historic building in Longford, known for its connections to the Titanic, is set to become the new home for an interior design firm.

A large 203.5-hectare solar farm in Wicklow, Ireland, received approval on appeal, while plans for a massive 270-acre solar farm in Longford were put on hold following an appeal to An Coimisiún Pleanála.

Uisce Éireann is working to restore water supplies to a community in north Longford, Ireland, where homes have been without water for five days.

A motorist in Longford, Ireland, who was already under a double driving ban, was found to be ten times over the legal alcohol limit, with empty beer cans and bottles discovered inside the car.

The Irish counties of Westmeath and Longford have been identified as leaders in the country's business energy-efficiency efforts.

Courts Service bosses are facing calls to take tougher action against wanton loitering and vaping on the steps of Longford Courthouse amid rising fears of anti-social behavior.

Longford Circuit Court has heard that a trial will be required for two members of An Garda Síochána who are facing charges related to corruption in the Midlands.

Gardaí from the Mayo Roscommon Longford Divisional Drugs Unit arrested a man in his 40s and seized approximately €360,000 worth of cannabis during a car search in the Castlebar area.

Three separate road traffic incidents have resulted in fatalities across Ireland, with deaths reported in Longford, Galway, and Cork. The crashes involved a driver and a pedestrian.

Multiple pedestrians, including an elderly man in Co Longford and an elderly woman in Bijelo Polje, were injured in separate road crashes, with one man in critical condition.

Two men in their 30s were airlifted to separate hospitals with serious injuries following a single-vehicle crash in County Longford, Ireland.

A man in his 30s has died in hospital following a car crash that occurred on the R392 in Ballymahon, Co Longford, Ireland. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to the incident.