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Fifty jobs saved after last ditch council talks

...criticised the approach of finance officials when dealing with hard-pressed businesses. Sitting upright in his chair, CLLR FLAHERTY raged: “I presumed that this committee was set up to stop the bullyboy tactics and deal with the rate payer in a fair way....

02 Feb 2012 at 17:05

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Flaherty slams VTOS cut in Longford

...its move to cut its Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme (VTOS) for adults in Longford town from September 2020. CLLR FLAHERTY said he had been made aware of the move in recent days and wasted little time in launching a stinging attack on government...

24 Nov 2019 at 10:00

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Ballymahon Garda Station plans hit by spending cuts

Plans to roll out a six figure upgrade of Ballymahon Garda Station have been dealt a major blow as a consequence of escalating costs linked to the delivery of the new national children’s hospital. It had been hoped moves to transform the south ...

07 Mar 2019 at 10:00

Local News

No green shoots for Longford - only dark clouds

The scars of central government's neglect are acutely visible across urban and rural Longford. otwithstanding the Council's efforts and Center Parcs' arrival, there is a fear that we are taking one step forward but two steps back. It’s the ...

17 Jan 2018 at 15:00

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Immediate increase in Gardaí needed for Longford as feuding gang violence escalates

Fianna Fáil General Election Candidate and Longford Councillor, Joe Flaherty, says extra Gardaí are needed in Longford town and warned the local economy will suffer if spikes in violence continue between feuding gangs. Whilst welcoming a ...

16 Dec 2019 at 17:49

Farming

Fianna Fail Agriculture spokesperson to attend 84th County Longford Ploughing Championships

CLLR FLAHERTY made the comments ahead of the opening of the 84th County Longford Ploughing Championships in Carrickedmond this Sunday. The Lanesboro born Co Councillor will be accompanied to this year's event by Charlie McConalogue TD, Fianna's...

20 Mar 2018 at 12:34

Elections

Count Two outcome in Longford municipal district results in elimination of two Independent candidates

...in Edgeworthstown. Also read: Flaherty slams Fine Gael's 'obsession with power' after topping Longford poll Two of CLLR FLAHERTY's Fianna Fáil running mates, Seamus Butler and Martin Monaghan, made big gains from his transfers, picking up 44 and...

26 May 2019 at 23:14

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Calls for Longford Siege of Jadotville heroes to be recognised

“There were fifteen people from Longford fighting in the Siege,” said CLLR FLAHERTY. “Ten of those have passed away. It was a dark hour in military history and many who survived were troubled by alcoholism. Five took their own lives. “The survivors...

21 Sept 2019 at 15:00

Local News

Joe Flaherty 'deeply honoured' to win Longford Fianna Fáil nomination and vows to reclaim Dáil seat

Joe Flaherty has been selected to contest the next general election for Fianna Fáil in the Longford/Westmeath constituency. Political newcomer Mr Flaherty enjoyed a comprehensive victory at this evening’s Longford selection convention ...

01 Sept 2017 at 23:30

Covid-19

Longford loyalty, strength and spirit to the fore as community rallies to lend assistance to others during coronavirus pandemic

Longford loyalty, strength and spirit is to the fore presently as the community rallies to lend assistance to others during the coronavirus pandemic. President of the Association of Local Government, Cllr Mick Cahill reminded people ...

15 Mar 2020 at 21:20

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Fianna Fáil set for election showdown

...candidates going for three seats, so two are going to end up very disappointed,” he added. Speaking to the Leader, CLLR FLAHERTY said that he had “officially declared” himself in the race and pointed to his 20 years of service to local...

06 Nov 2013 at 12:30

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Long term plan needed to deal with ‘boy racers’ issue

... The late night disruption saw drivers lift concrete bollards in order to gain access to an open car park. CLLR FLAHERTY complimented the Gardaí on their response to the incident on the night, however he concluded by saying: “This is...

19 Mar 2014 at 12:15

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