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Humans of Longford: The late Anne Byrne

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Humans of Longford: The late Anne Byrne

Born in Carrigeen in 1915, Anne launched her own book in 2016, entitled ‘The Myths, Legend and History of Ardagh through the ages’. She retired as vice principal of Meán Scoil Mhuire, Longford in 1980 and on Friday, May 24 last, she was among the ...

29 Dec 2019 at 10:00

Longford's oldest citizen Anne Byrne dies peacefully in her 105th year

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Longford's oldest citizen Anne Byrne dies peacefully in her 105th year

Born in Carrigeen on July 18, 1915, Anne Byrne (née Gannon), Ardagh, Longford, was predeceased by her husband Tommy. She will be lovingly missed by her daughter Una, her sisters Rose McCormack (Legan) and Bridgeen Barry (London),...

09 Dec 2019 at 18:00

Longford’s oldest citizen Anne Byrne, Ardagh dies peacefully in her 105th year

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Longford’s oldest citizen Anne Byrne, Ardagh dies peacefully in her 105th year

The death has been announced of Longford’s oldest citizen, Anne Byrne, who passed away peacefully, in her 105th year, at her daughter's home yesterday, Saturday, November 30, 2019. Born in Carrigeen on July 18, 1915, ...

01 Dec 2019 at 14:25

Longford's oldest citizen Anne Byrne celebrates 104th birthday with charity whist drive

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Longford's oldest citizen Anne Byrne celebrates 104th birthday with charity whist drive

The event, which raised funds for Muscular Dystrophy Ireland (MDI) drew in crowds and organisers would like to extend their sincere gratitude and thanks to everyone who attended, supported and/or made donations to MDI. Anne has ...

29 Jul 2019 at 10:00

Not even age stopped Ardagh's Anne Byrne from casting her vote

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Not even age stopped Ardagh's Anne Byrne from casting her vote

Anne Byrne, Longford’s oldest citizen, took time out of her day on Friday, May 24, to cast her vote in the Local and European elections. Anne, who turned 104 on July 18 last year, was born in Carrigeen Co ...

30 May 2019 at 17:00

Longford's oldest citizen to celebrate 104th birthday with fundraiser

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Longford's oldest citizen to celebrate 104th birthday with fundraiser

The inaugural whist drive was first held in 2015 in honour of Anne’s 100th birthday. The event has since become an annual occasion and has raised in excess of €2,200 to date for MDI. The latest instalment of the ...

11 Jul 2019 at 15:00

103-year-old Ardagh lady Ann Byrne reflects on a century of community spirit

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103-year-old Ardagh lady Ann Byrne reflects on a century of community spirit

Everyone has a different opinion, no matter who they are, so when you ask someone the question; “what does community mean?”, even if they're similar, they'll all be different. The reason for this is because ...

21 Oct 2018 at 14:00

Longford features on RTÉ's Nationwide

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Longford features on RTÉ's Nationwide

There was certainly a lot of history shared in Ardagh and Granard, but the main focus of Monday night's programme was on the beautiful south Longford town of Ballymahon, where construction is underway at ...

25 Apr 2018 at 16:00

Plenty of variety at the Midlands 50 Plus Expo

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Plenty of variety at the Midlands 50 Plus Expo

The team at Specsavers Longford provided the public with free screenings and consultations when they attended the recent Midlands 50 Plus Expo 2019. The event, organised by Senior Times, ran for two ...

26 Aug 2019 at 12:00

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Deaths: Your prayers are requested for the happy repose of the souls of John Murren, Carra, who died on Sunday 21 April and Ann Byrne, Barrack Street, Granard who died on Tuesday 23 April. May they ...

04 May 2013 at 10:42

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Second annual ICA Craft Fair a resounding success

There was a buzz about the Temperance Hall on Saturday last, as the Longford Federation ICA (Irish Countrywomen’s Association) held their second annual Craft Fair and Floral Display. Large crowds ...

12 Jul 2014 at 12:30

Longford's oldest citizen celebrates 102nd birthday

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Longford's oldest citizen celebrates 102nd birthday

Co Longford's oldest citizen Anne Byrne from Ardagh celebrated another significant milestone last week when she marked her 102nd birthday. The former school teacher officially ...

24 Jul 2017 at 13:00

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