News
Newly re-branded Pearse Park to stage inaugural game
This weekend marks somewhat of a noted departure for GAA fans as the newly re-named Glennon Brothers Pearse Park hosts its first game as Longford take on Offaly in Division Three of the National Football League.
Theft at local nightclub
A popular Longford town nightclub was one of a number of premises targeted by thieves over the past seven days, gardai revealed earlier this week.
Fifty jobs saved after last ditch council talks
Doubts hanging over the possible loss of up to 50 jobs at a well-known Longford town manufacturer have been averted this afternoon (Thursday), longfordleader.ie can reveal.
Ambitious three-year plan to double tourism locally
The Longford tourism sector should grow by 50 percent between now and 2015, according to Bernadette Mullarkey of Bane Mullarkey consultancy.
Thousands set to give up on health cover
A leading health insurance expert has said thousands of people in Longford could pull out from health insurance cover as a result of recent levy and premium hikes.
Sport
Final countdown for Six Nations opener video
A video preview for Sunday’s Ireland V Wales Six Nations clash featuring Stephen Ferris and Jerry Flannery
Quinn and Smyth set to make league debuts for Longford
Former Aussie Rules player Michael Quinn and Abbeylara forward Robbie Smyth will make their league debuts for Longford at home to Offaly in the Allianz Football League Division Three encounter at Glennon Brothers Pearse Park this Sunday (throw-in 2.30pm).
Longford need to make a winning start against Offaly
Back in Division 3 of the National Football League for the first time since the 2009 season, Longford need to make a winning start against Offaly on Sunday next if they are to be considered serious contenders for promotion and picking up points in the home games is going to be vital in such a competitive campaign.
Glenn Ryan wants Longford to progress to the next level
Longford manager Glenn Ryan doesn’t just want his team to consolidate their position in Division 3 of the National Football League; he wants them to be competitive as well.
Ireland ready for Wales test video
Preparations are almost complete for Ireland’s opening game of the Six Nations Championship which is a rematch of the World Cup quarter-final defeat against Wales
Video
Final countdown for Six Nations opener video
A video preview for Sunday’s Ireland V Wales Six Nations clash featuring Stephen Ferris and Jerry Flannery
Lifestyle
Large crowds expected as country music star Mizzel comes to Carrick
Already some of Ireland`s top dance acts have performed at the Landmark Hotel and Sunday night dancing continues on Sunday 5th February with Louisiana man Robert Mizzell and his fabulous Country Kings who will entertain fans with his lively country dance music and down home American songs.
Barry Norman comes to town
Barry Norman, the ultimate authority on movies, has interviewed most of the best loved stars of the silver screen.
Community
Finea
DEATH: The late Mrs Paricia O’Neill. The death ocurrd onnFRiday Jan 27last oa St Canullas Nursing Home Killiucan of Mrs ParickO’Neill nee Murtagh ‘The farm” Dubbllin Rd castlepollard and a nativee off Williamstown Finnea.patsy as she was affectoanttely known passd away pafeefullly folowing a l;ong illness bravely borne an will be saddly misssd. Of a very pleasant & inoffeensive dispotiion,she was a wondefful caring person who hellpeedouuttinmany paish activvitiies &other eevents reglarly. Heer reemaiins were removedto St Michaels Church,, Castlapollard on Sat evenning at 7.300pm,.Burial took pplace inlocal cemetery followinng requiem mass the nxt mmorrniing at 11.30am.the atndance at bboth remmoval & funneal waas very larrge & wuidely respesenntauve of the esteem in which the late Patsy was held. Deepest sympathy is extended to her loving husband Eugene sons Martin Finbar Joseph & Eoin daughter Claire sisters Mary Margaret Lily & Catherine,grandchildren daughters in law nephews nieces & extended family. May she rest in peace.
Carrigallen
DEATH OF MRS MARY BRIGID MURRAY: There is widespread regret in the area and surrounding parishes at the death of Mrs Mary Brigid Murray,Gortermone Carrigallen which has occurred at the general hospital Cavan following a brief illness with cancer which she kept on the bright side at all time going about her usual work and looking after her beautiful garden of flowers and her beautiful home in which she was so proud of. Known to her numerous friends and neighbours as Mary B. She made friends easily which were to last and made many visits to all her neighbours to see could she do something to help them. She endeared herself to everyone after her marriage to her late husband Noel, the couple emigrated to England for a number of years and returned later to Longford and he was employed by the ESB for a number of years. After his retirement the couple and family returned to Mary Bs native Gortermone for to look after her ageing parents which she adored. Her hobbies included gardening ballroom dancing and bingo in which 4 generations attend namely her late mother Brigid herself daughter Cathleen and granddaughter Cathleen and on Sunday at Carrigallen bingo there was a minutes silence as a mark of respect in her honour. May her gentle soul RIP. She was predeceased by her husband Noel parents and brother Eugene. Sympathy is extended to her daughters Mrs Mary Murray, Manchester England, Mrs Cathleen Curran Corrigan, Mrs Judy Mulligan, Lanesboro Co Longford, brother Mr Tommy McIntyre Wales 13 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. The removal of remains and funeral following requiem mass in Saint Marys church Carrigallen was very large and representative. Very Rev D Murray PP officiated. Burial took place in adjoining cemetery.
Cloone
CLASSES: Pilates classes will take place on Wednesday evening in the Canon Donohoe Hall Mohill from 7pm till 8pm.
Mohill
ST PATRICKS CHURCH: The Ministers of the Eucharist for February 2012 are on Saturday Rose Keegan Irene Reynolds. Sunday Theresa O’Callaghan Roisin Keegan. Readers Saturday Rosalyn McCrann David Logan. Sunday Kathy Keegan Ciara Keegan Collectors Saturday Stephen Flynn Eamonn Connolly Jim Rogers Sylvestor Kivlehan David Gordan Brian Faughnan Peader Flynn. Sunday Gerry Walsh Tim Slevin Tony Feeley Eileen Boyle Michael McGrath Tom Cusack Sean McGowan . The altar Society for February are Helen Faughnan Bridie McIntyre. There are important celebrations this week wednesday 1st February Feast of St Brigid Thursday 2nd feast of the Presentation, candles will be blessed at 10am Mass Eucharistic adoration 10.30am – 10pm. Friday 3rd feast of St Blaise throats will be blessed at the 10am mass. It is also the First Friday. The usual arrangements for Masses and confession. The sick and housebound will be attended. Confessions after 10am mass on Thursday ,Friday mass 10am – 8pm.
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Sunday 05 February 2012
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