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Restart swimming lessons when pools open

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Restart swimming lessons when pools open

The enforced global closure of Swimming Pools and Leisure Facilities has had what can only be described as a catastrophic impact on the aquatic community, and 14 months into this global pandemic, it’s not surprising that the Aquatic Industry in ...

16 Apr 2021 at 16:33

Longford’s Ellen Murphy in Ireland’s women’s rugby squad to face Wales

Rugby

Longford’s Ellen Murphy in Ireland’s women’s rugby squad to face Wales

After receiving a bye in Pool B, Ireland face Wales at Cardiff Arms Park this Saturday (kick-off 5pm) with the match live on RTE 2.  25-year-old scrum half Murphy, the former Dromard ladies footballer, is flying the flag for Longford on the ...

07 Apr 2021 at 14:41

Longford Olympic Games bound swimmer Darragh Greene proud to be brand ambassador for O’Reilly and Sons

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Longford Olympic Games bound swimmer Darragh Greene proud to be brand ambassador for O’Reilly and Sons

Longford swimmer Darragh Greene, who will represent Ireland at the Tokyo Olympic Games in the 100m and 200m breaststroke, has become an athlete brand ambassador for O’Reilly and Sons Volkswagen. O'Reilly and Sons are main dealers for ...

03 Apr 2021 at 13:49

Basketball is an 'afterthought' for Government in Covid-19 rules

Longford sport

Basketball is an 'afterthought' for Government in Covid-19 rules

Basketball Ireland says the latest Covid-19 restrictions issued by the Government have again failed to take basketball into account.  The Government guidelines state that from April 19th high performing athletes, as approved by ...

01 Apr 2021 at 14:01

What are the changes to Covid-19 Level 5 restrictions?

Coronavirus

What are the changes to Covid-19 Level 5 restrictions?

The Government has announced changes to the Level 5 Covid 19 restrictions that will come into place on a phased basis in the coming weeks. If you have received the second dose of the vaccine more than 2 weeks ago, you can meet ...

31 Mar 2021 at 17:15

Longford GAA preparing for a return to action in May

Gaelic games

Longford GAA preparing for a return to action in May

A series of changes have been announced by the Government in the easing of Covid-19 restrictions on sports activity in April.  The GAA hierarchy will not finalise their updated plans for the 2021 league and championship ...

31 Mar 2021 at 16:10

EXPLAINER: Your guide to the 'cautious' Covid-19 restriction changes that begin from mid-April

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EXPLAINER: Your guide to the 'cautious' Covid-19 restriction changes that begin from mid-April

In line with the plan set out in COVID-19 Resilience & Recovery 2021: The Path Ahead, the Government has today announced the phased easing of some restrictions for the month of April, to commence on April 12.  After ...

30 Mar 2021 at 20:01

What latest government announcement on Covid-19 restrictions means for sport

Longford sport

What latest government announcement on Covid-19 restrictions means for sport

THE Government has announced the latest on the easing of Covid-19 restrictions this Tuesday evening. Also read: Taoiseach Micheál Martin: 'Steadily, and safely, let’s get through the final stretch of this terrible ...

30 Mar 2021 at 19:45

Taoiseach Micheál Martin: 'Steadily, and safely, let’s get through the final stretch of this terrible journey'

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Taoiseach Micheál Martin: 'Steadily, and safely, let’s get through the final stretch of this terrible journey'

An Taoiseach Micheál Martin addressed the nation this evening in relation to charting a path out of Covid-19 restrictions and he stressed that we are on the final stretch of this terrible journey, advising ...

30 Mar 2021 at 19:34

Four Longford athletes have performed at the European Indoor Championships

Sport

Four Longford athletes have performed at the European Indoor Championships

Cian McPhillips became the fourth Longford athlete to compete for Ireland at the European Indoor Championships with his recent strong showing in the 800m. Torun in Poland hosted the 36th edition of the ...

22 Mar 2021 at 13:00

Revealed: SSE Airtricity League 2021 - predictions for the new season from leading national journalists

Longford sport

Revealed: SSE Airtricity League 2021 - predictions for the new season from leading national journalists

The SSE Airtricity League kick-offs on Friday, March 19 - and League of Ireland fans can't wait for the action to resume. Also read: Longford Town manager Daire Doyle keen to prove the doubters wrong ...

19 Mar 2021 at 11:34

Laochra Gael returns with the story of six more leading personalities

Longford sport

Laochra Gael returns with the story of six more leading personalities

Sports fans will be glued to TG4 next week as the new season of Laochra Gael returns with the story of Eoin Larkin. Laochra Gael Series: Programme 1:  Eoin Larkin, 9.30pm, Thursday 25th March ...

18 Mar 2021 at 20:29

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