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Gardaí have assessed the threatening communications as not credible

Hundreds of Irish schools hit with bomb threats as Gardaí issue update

Cllr Skelly described in August how close to a dozen children were left without school transport, with no additional bus funding approved and concerns were raised

Extra seats for county Longford pupils who had no school bus places

CHOP will be performed at Backstage Theatre on Thursday, November 12. Credit Simon Lazewski

Upcoming Longford show CHOP is 'dangerously funny' and wildly absurd'

Gardaí are treating the unsettling email as a hoax

Breaking ‘Death awaits you’: Bomb threat email sent as 150 schools targeted

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Schools in Longford now part of Safe Routes to School programme

The project saw the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade award two separate contracts: one to develop and design the publication and one to print and distribute

€150,000 spent on children's book about Ireland's EU Presidency

Pictured are Tatiana Serbanescu (14), Ellie Lawlor (13) and Eve Dillon (14), second-year students from St Joseph's College Lucan with Harry Hatron-Byrne (13), Paul and Leon Moulin (14), second-year students from St Andrew's College, Dublin along with SAM the humanoid robot mark the launch of Maths Week Ireland 2026.

Longford students set to take part in Maths Week Ireland 2026

MEP Nina Carberry launching the Blue Star Programme with CEO of European Movement Ireland, David Geary and President of INTO, Brendan Horan and participating pupils

Longford primary schools urged to sign up to EU education programme

The October midterm is just around the corner

5 family breaks that won't break the bank including European trip #AFF

Children run in a wet playground

School absence increased since pandemic – research finds

Sarah said she read to her eldest daughter Abbie all the time from when she was very young.

Teacher with MS urges Longford to pick up a book for the MS Readathon

Everyday driving habits during the school run could lead to unexpected and costly fines

Parents warned as fines over €1,000 issued for school run offences

Four comfy shoes for your little one heading back to school (aff)

Two and three year old children to be included in Back to School Allowance

Over €730K in Back-to-School support payments for Longford families

Caption: Bishop Paul Connell with Fr Vinny Connaughton unveiling a plaque to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of Lenamore NS

National school in Longford lodges planning application for extension

The pupils of 6th Class at St Teresa's NS, Killoe, pictured presenting some of the proceeds from their annual Bring and Buy Sale to the Irish Cancer Society

Longford pupils recognised for outstanding generosity after fundraiser

Two and three year old children will be included in Back to School Allowance for the first time after the scheme was expanded.

Longford families to benefit from over 1,700 Back-to-School payments
The Department of Social Protection payments support eligible families with the cost of school uniforms and footwear for the academic year.
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Deputy Micheál Carrigy has said new changes to support one-off rural houses in rural and Gaeltacht areas will support young people and families build in Longford and Westmeath.

Removing barriers to support young people in Longford build houses

St Joseph’s NS pupils in Longford Town have taken positive steps towards lifelong wellbeing after completing the Abbott Future Well Kids Programme

Longford pupils learn about positive lifestyle choices

Taoiseach Micheal Martin with the 2025 winner in the disability category Samantha Mulligan (left), at a photocall for a mental health awareness initiative spearheaded by Mental Health Matters which calls on people across Ireland to express what mental health means to them through art, at Government Buildings in Dublin

Taoiseach encourages people to take part in mental wellbeing poster competition

Minister Sean Canney and Minister of State Kevin 'Boxer' Moran pictured with Cathaoirleach of Longford County Council Cllr Garry Murtagh, Chief Executive of Longford County Council Paddy Mahon, with staff and management of Longford County Council at the Active Travel Scheme in Granard.

€1m investment has transformed how people move around Granard

Just over 2% of the county’s pupils are served at the county’s one mainstream Gaelscoil .

Around 600 primary school kids in Longford cannot access a Gaelscoil

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

St Dominic’s NS, Kenagh pictured with Clan Chieftain Charlotte O’Ferrall, Linda Ni Fhearghail, Ciarán Lennon and Éamonn Brennan

Longford students explore rich legacy of Farrell name to local region

Forgney National School after they were presented with their Biodiversity Flag

'Incredibly uplifting': Longford schools honoured with green flags

Pictured at Fermoyle National School, Longford (L-R): Alison Reid, Longford County Council; Cllr Garry Murtagh, Cathaoirleach of Longford County Council, John Brannigan, Director of Services, Longford County Council; Noel Gallagher, Circet; Elaine Sheridan, Principal; Students of Fermoyle NS; Christine Collins, Longford County Council; Jenny Fisher, CEO of NBID ; Danny O’Toole, Longford County Council; Siobhan Grealy, Longford County Council; Sean McCormack, Deputy Principal; and Sandra Dinan, NBI.

‘Wonderful support’ will enhance Longford pupils’ IT skills

Applications are now open and won’t close until September 30, 2026.

Families across Ireland can now apply for payment of up to €285

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Schools will lose no more than one SNA a year from 2027 – minister
The Education Minister made the commitment as she laid out a plan to develop and professionalise the role of special needs assistants.
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At the tree-planting ceremony in The People’s Park, Ballymahon, marking 25 years of twinning between Ballymahon and Landévant in Brittany, France, were (left to right): Mayor of Landévant Pascal Le Calvé, Derrick Healy of Creative Design Garden Centre, Cllr Paul Ross, Ballymahon Municipal District Cathaoirleach Martin Skelly, Chairperson of Landévant Twinning Claude Jean-Pierre, Chairperson of Ballymahon Twinning Breege Murray, Fabienne Le Calvé of Landévant and Cllr Pat O’Toole. At the rear are Senator Paraic Brady and Longford County Council Chief Executive Paddy Mahon.

Longford France connection: 25 years of Ballymahon Landevant twinning

Students across Ireland took part in the Pittsburgh Steelers Flag Football National Finals

Students across Ireland in the Pittsburgh Steelers Flag Football Final

The Maria Edgeworth Festival Launch

PICTURES: British Ambassador visits Longford for festival launch

Wiktoria, Alesha, Daithi, Sarah, Olachi and Sebastian from Longford at Dáil na nÓg 2026

Templemichael students do Longford proud at important national event

'Teachers are being kicked and spat at' - INTO calls for immediate assault schem...

The school's U16 Camogie team who have progressed to the Leinster Final

News from Longford schools: Mercy School Ballymahon extremely proud of their stu...

Ms Hildegarde Naughton TD pictured with local political representatives

Longford school has 'landmark occasion' with new Special Education Needs (SEN) p...

1,000 students went to Ballinamore to explore and celebrate STEM

Making 'a real difference' for Longford students at STEMtacular

Overall Excellence Winners with St Mel's College, Longford

'A culture of innovation, teamwork and hands on learning' for Longford students

Protesters will gather at the Market Square in Longford town

Longford protest: Supporting and protecting special needs assistants

Students from Moyne Community School who created 'The Twister'

Moyne-ney makers! Longford students selling inventive, original product

St Mel’s College Hurlers

News from Longford schools: Inspiring and innovative visits in St Mel's College

The three qualifiers who are going to the Helix in Dublin

Catwalk fashion with Junk Kouture: Longford gets stylish with this year's entrie...

Níamh Columb and Sinéad Duffy are classically trained musicians

A string to Longford's bow! New course attracts New York's education scene

The TY Economics trip

News from Longford schools: Meán Scoil Mhuire's achievements and activities

Students in attendance at the North Midlands Credit Union quiz

170 Longford pupils show a 'high standard' for one of the biggest quiz events

Schools are coming to Leitrim for STEMtacular

Spectacular SPEMtacular! 'Inspiring generations' in Longford primary schools

By selling St Brigid's Crosses, Melview National School raised €1500 for Longford Hospice

PICTURES | Family, St Brigid and charity at the heart of local Longford National...

Ardscoil Phádraig holding the cheque of €4,000

I Wish becomes a reality after North Longford school's 'fantastic' STEAM week

Ardscoil Phádraig holding the cheque of €4,000

I Wish becomes a reality after Granard school's 'fantastic' STEAM week

Victorious students from the Mercy Secondary School, Ballymahon, in Athlone last Thursday

Longford school wins award at the First Lego League tournament

Almost 4,000 female teenage students from across the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland gathered together

Longford school is awarded STEM on Track award at I Wish 2026

It is the longest running arts sponsorship in Ireland and the deadline is looming

The Texaco Children’s Art Competition is back for Longford schools to take part...

From a taster programme to winning TY students, this local Longford school has plenty to showcase

Achievements, success and activities throughout Meán Scoil Mhuire, Longford

Abigail McCarthy is from Mercy Secondary School and was a winner of the 71st Texaco Children's Art Competition

Winning artwork called 'I'm Fine' by talented Longford student goes on exhibitio...

Lenamore National School is going to have photographs and other pictorial memorabilia for a display board

Longford national school to celebrate 50 years of providing education and guidan...

Lenamore National School is going to have photographs and other pictorial memorabilia for a display board

Longford national school to celebrate 50 years of providing education and guidan...

'Shocking' - Fears Irish children as young as seven going to school high on drug...

Schools could face legal action if student pronouns and bathroom access not respected

Schools could face legal action if student pronouns and bathroom access not resp...

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