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Family of late Danny McGee and County Longford Association of New York to host fundraiser for Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust

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Family of late Danny McGee and County Longford Association of New York to host fundraiser for Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust

With the assistance of the County Longford Association of New York, the McGee family are hosting a fundraiser to benefit the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust who so kindly assisted during the tragic loss of their son Danny on Thanksgiving Day in 2018. ...

22 Jan 2019 at 10:00

South Longford ploughman looks back on county's long held association with annual championships

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South Longford ploughman looks back on county's long held association with annual championships

He has many wonderful and funny memories collected over the years and this week he reminisces with readers of the Co Longford Ploughing Championships Supplement. Brendan’s recollections began with the 1970s - 1974 to be precise - and back then the ...

21 Mar 2018 at 13:00

National ploughing supremo talks up Co Longford Championships

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National ploughing supremo talks up Co Longford Championships

“The Longford Ploughing match which is taking place in Carrickedmond on March 25, is a fantastic event for the county,” she said, before pointing out that it was regarded as one of largest and most prestigious local matches that takes place in ...

22 Mar 2018 at 16:00

A ploughman by any other name in Co Longford

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A ploughman by any other name in Co Longford

It’s no coincidence that they share a special occasion because not only is Eamon synonymous with ploughing in this county, he has been instrumental in keeping the tradition alive and well in Longford. Eamon is a former chairman of County ...

23 Mar 2018 at 14:00

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Buzzing with excitement for Beekeepers display

The Longford Library was a literal hive of activity on Thursday, July 24, as the County Longford Beekeepers Association paid a visit. Starting at 11am, children were invited to the library to learn all about bees from those who know ...

01 Aug 2013 at 22:00

Longford students captivated by ploughing workshop

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Longford students captivated by ploughing workshop

The last Ploughing workshop held in County Longford was held near Ballymahon almost 40 years ago and the first session this year took place at the headquarters of Kiernan Milling in Granard, where the students received a talk on ...

13 Apr 2019 at 16:00

Longford 'Paddles Up' for new countywide initiative

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Longford 'Paddles Up' for new countywide initiative

The programme which is funded by Waterways Ireland involves getting transition years students kayaking out on our waterways in a safe way. Longford Sports Partnership working with Inny Kayaking Club is rolling out the programme,...

21 Apr 2018 at 11:19

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Edgeworthstown library plan unveiled

Edgeworthstown Development Association in conjunction with Longford County Council this week unveiled plans for a new Community Library on Main Street in the town. The library is earmarked for a site recently purchased by the ...

20 Aug 2015 at 09:00

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Retail president in local visit

The new President of the Convenience Stores and Newsagents Association (CSNA) Carmel Felle is visiting Longford this week to meet retailers in the county. Carmel is no stranger to Longford. She attended Ballymahon Convent of ...

30 Oct 2014 at 09:00

Continued growth to brighten the streets of Edgeworthstown

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Continued growth to brighten the streets of Edgeworthstown

Regeneration plans are well underway with plans for the new library, the digital hub and the Main Street footpaths and lights going full steam ahead. “Edgeworthstown is tipping along. When you come through the town at 10 o’ ...

12 Sept 2020 at 09:00

The ploughman and the stars

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The ploughman and the stars

It’s no coincidence that they share a special occasion because not only is Eamon synonymous with ploughing in this county, he has been instrumental in keeping the tradition alive and well in Longford. And it’s no lie to ...

14 Sept 2017 at 13:16

Longford County Council Cathaoirleach Cllr Luie McEntire elected president of AILG

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Longford County Council Cathaoirleach elected president of AILG

The long serving and local councillor secured the honour at a function this morning in Mullingar's Park Hotel. He assumes the mantle from Waterford based Cllr Damien Geoghegan. The AILG is a networking, policy ...

19 Sept 2018 at 13:16

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