Environment

Blue-green algae on Lough Neagh

Bid to stop NI Water protection from environmental penalties on Executive table

File photograph: Attendees at the Edgeworthstown event can discover how nature-based solutions can strengthen supply chain resilience, improve biodiversity and enhance water quality.

'Improve biodiversity' World Green Building Week '26 comes to Longford

Cigarette butts, food packaging and drinks containers can damage the environment and create hazards for other road users

Tougher littering laws now in place for motorists across Ireland

The National Pesticides and Drinking Water Action Group said it is imperative that users of pesticides are mindful of best practice when spraying their lands.

Longford pesticide users urged to be vigilant and protect water

The Just Transition Commission report highlights the importance of fairness in how the transition is managed, particularly for those on lower incomes FILE PHOTOGRAPH / PIXABAY

Strong Longford and national support for climate action once fair

Houses, regardless of location, may now install unlimited solar panels on their rooftops without any requirement for planning permission (subject to certain conditions).

Grant-aided rooftop solar panels reach one in 19 Longford homes

A new booklet, “Biodiversity on Irish Equine Farms”, has been published by Teagasc. Pictured launching the booklet were (l to r): John Spink, Head of the Teagasc Crops, Environment and Land use Programme, Wendy Conlon, Teagasc Equine Specialist; Teagasc Director, Professor Frank O’Mara, and Kevin Hanrahan, Head of the Teagasc Rural Economy and Development programme.

Longford Farming News: Teagasc booklet highlights farm biodiversity

Longford dog owners have lots to wag about as Woofland dog park opens

With temperatures continuing to rise, Ireland’s leading home care provider Dovida has outlined some simple steps that families across the country can take to help keep their older loved ones safe and comfortable.

Dovida outlines steps to keep older people safe as temperatures soar

The Longford public have been urged to conserve water by Uisce Éireann

Uisce Éireann appeals to Longford people to conserve precious water

Eight Longford schools were recognised at the recent An Taisce Green-Schools Awards Ceremony, held at the Radisson Hotel, Athlone.

Longford schools recognised for dedication to environmental education

Mercy Secondary School, Ballymahon with their Biodiversity Flag

Longford schools honoured with prestigious An Taisce Green Flags

Forgney National School after they were presented with their Biodiversity Flag

'Incredibly uplifting': Longford schools honoured with green flags

Just some of the volunteers from Rathcline GAA who helped with the welcome preparations for the historic 1976 County Champions who celebrated their 50th Jubilee this month

Longford groups secure over €333,000 for community climate projects

Liam Denning, who is the New President of SIMI - Society of the Irish Motor Industry

Businessman with Longford links is President of motor industry group

Just some of the bags of rubbish and clothes dumped in and around Annaly Car Park

Disgust over dumping in Longford car park

Staff and management from Longford County Council pictured at the launch of the Longford Woodlands Wildlife Workbook at Forgney National School

New Longford Woodlands Wildlife Workbook launched at Forgney NS
Chief Executive of Longford County Council Paddy Mahon hailed the Longford Woodlands Wildlife Workbook, funded by the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS), as a valuable resource for schools
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Rising data centre demand offsetting green power gains, watchdog warns

Catherine Connolly criticises ‘deafening silence’ over ‘normalisation of war’

Investigation launched after oil spill at Dublin Port

34 Laois homes installed solar panels on their rooftops last month .Photo: EnergyEfficiency.ie

'Value has never been higher': New report's insights for Longford homeowners goi...

Leading company unveils plans to construct large new headquarters in Tullamore

‘Death by a thousand cuts’ Appeal lodged to stop infilling of a former Longford ...

The site is said to have become a rare pocket of semi‑natural habitat

Charity lodge appeal after local planners approve infilling of former Longford q...

TD calls on Ireland to join Antarctic treaties

Ireland ‘lagging considerably’ behind targets for heat pumps and retrofits

It will be hosted by award-winning broadcaster Ella McSweeney

Building 'long-term resilience' for Longford businesses with Circular Advantage

The site is said to have become a rare pocket of semi‑natural habitat

Quarry quarrel: Opposition to plans to infill a Longford 'biodiversity hotspot'

Rain, snow and flooding warnings across island of Ireland Staff reporter

Luke Casserly is interviewed about his upcoming project

Bringing Longford together for an 'alive and present' experience

A proposed action group for new playground in Ballymahon calls public meeting

Longford locals encouraged to attend meeting about possible playground plans

REVEALED: Popular bin collection company hits customers with almost 10% price hike

REVEALED: Popular bin collection company hits customers with almost 10% price hi...

Government and opposition clash over Ireland’s flood defences

It will be delivered by Sharon Eastwood, an Environmental Consultant and Tidy Towns Adjudicator

Sustainability and biodiversity workshop in Longford's EDI Centre

The novel idea is the brainchild of local Cllr Gary Doherty and St Vincent de Paul Branch president, Noeleen Killen

Reduce, Re-use! Longford school appeals for pre-loved uniforms

Hazel Robinson, from Drumlish, has applied for Stream 3 to have Cairn Hill recognised

Applying Longford's Cairn Hill for the Community Monuments Fund

Longford is now 22nd in the Irish Business Against Litter (IBAL) league table

Longford town reclaims ‘clean’ status and has risen in IBAL league table

The 2025 Green Flag Awards recognise excellence in parks, gardens, greenways and wildlife sanctuaries

Longford's Albert Reynolds Peace Park among best managed public green spaces in ...

Robots and Artificial Intelligence could transform future of farming, says exper...

From the autumn 'Longford Life' 2025 magazine

Blossoming business: Longford's Ellen Madden and Down the Floral Path

‘It’s like Noah’s Ark’: One man is banking every native seed in Ireland

There has been an announcement of €55 million to be made available for the new Reconstitutions Scheme

Longford farming news: New reconstitution scheme for private forest owners annou...

Three members of the Foigha Solar Farm Concern Group addressed the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Housing, Local Government and Heritage

Developer of Foigha Solar Farm disputes some Longford resident concerns

Senator Brady, who spoke about the issue in the Seanad, said he is confident the bill will be resoundingly defeated

Longford Senator and animal rights activist at odds over foxhunting bill

Harris defends energy price hikes as ‘investment to ultimately reduce prices’

Pictured is Brian Lyons of Clean Ireland Recycling pictured with one of the many electronic items that pose a fire risk if placed in a bin or skip/ Credit: Paul Corey

ALERT: Major warning issued highlighting risks of not dumping vapes properly

Chairperson of County Longford Shooting and Conservation Council made a presentation to Chris Gavican on behalf of all clubs and members

Longford man honoured for years of loyal service to mark his retirement from NAR...

Chairperson of County Longford Shooting and Conservation Council made a presentation to Chris Gavican on behalf of all clubs and members

Longford man honoured for years of loyal service to mark his retirement from NAR...

Niamh Cummins from Drumlish is hoping to launch EcoFair in 2026

'Someone should fix it': The environment is the core of a hopeful new Longford b...

Sub-zero weather warnings issued for 10 counties in Ireland amid cold snap

It will take place in the new Lus na Gréine Centre

Local gardening club encourages new Longford members and announces guest speaker

Liam Doherty of Longford Comhairle na nÓg with Longford County Council’s Climate Action Officer, Gary Brady.

Longford 'Reuse and Repair' event gives new life to old guitars

Community groups, schools, charitable organisations and garden clubs are encouraged to participate

Longford community groups invited to design a postcard garden at Bord Bia Bloom

38 sites were investigated in Longford, Offaly, Kildare, Laois, Westmeath, Roscommon and Sligo and published its 'Large Scale illegal Peat Extraction in Ireland' report

EPA illegal peat extraction report ‘riddled with errors’ says Longford senator

Senator Joe Flaherty asked if unopened sections of the Royal and Grand Canals near Longford could be designated as nature reserves

Ideas for Longford to have a 'national freshwater park' in Lough Ree

File Photo: Pixabay

Can humans contract bird flu as spread of 'very worrying' strain causes concern

Farmers with established forests said to be concerned about some proposals to widen forestry corridors

What Longford forestry landowners should know since ESB Networks meeting

€26.22 million has been secured in investment to deliver a programme of large-scale deep energy retrofit projects

Longford signs Pathfinder funding agreement with Sustainable Energy Authority of...

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