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Longford · April 13, 2026

Coco's Law being taught in schools as online safety measure

The assistant garda commissioner has announced that Coco's Law—named after Nicole 'Coco' Fox who died by suicide in 2018 following online bullying—is now being

Longford · April 13, 2026

Nicole Fox's mother launches major anti-bullying campaign nationwide

Jackie Fox, mother of Nicole Fox who died in 2018 following severe online and physical bullying, has campaigned extensively across Ireland to introduce Coco's L

Longford · April 13, 2026

Mental health services criticised for dismissing bullied teenager's concerns

Jackie Fox has revealed that when her daughter Nicole attended CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services), a clinician dismissed her serious concerns a

Longford · April 13, 2026

Longford Marathon celebrates 22 years with record entries

The Longford Marathon, now in its 22nd year, has sold out ahead of the event with entries up 40-50% compared to previous years. Organiser Fiona Fennell credits

Longford · April 13, 2026

Longford Marathon faces accommodation shortage limiting growth

Despite record entries and popularity, the Longford Marathon is being held back from reaching its full potential due to a shortage of hotel accommodation in the

Longford · April 13, 2026

Longford Rugby grows from 60 kids to 400 through school programmes

Aegon Clarke, a CCRO (Community Coach Rugby Outreach) with Longford Rugby, has overseen a dramatic expansion of youth participation in the sport. Through a stru

Longford · April 13, 2026

14-year-old Longford snooker star takes on World No. 23

Joe Shannon, a 14-year-old snooker player from Longford, became the youngest Irish player to compete in a professional match when he faced World No. 23 Robert W

Longford · April 13, 2026

Lost racing pigeons recovered thanks to community help

When three racing pigeons went missing from the Western County Racing Pigeon Club a few months ago, community members helped locate and return them. The inciden

Longford · April 13, 2026

Planning application received: a.) partial demolition of a single storey storage at the rear. b.) proposed construction of two stor

Oliver Monaghan — Monaghan's Craft Butchers 2 Killashee Street Longford Town. a.) partial demolition of a single storey storage at the rear. b.) proposed constr

Longford · April 13, 2026

Planning application received: the proposed demolition of existing two storey dwelling house and the construction of a single store

Grainne Kilbride — Smear Aughnacliffe Co. Longford. the proposed demolition of existing two storey dwelling house and the construction of a single store...

Tulsk · April 13, 2026

Western County Racing Pigeon Club seeks new members

The Western County Racing Pigeon Club, based in Tulsk, County Longford, is looking to grow its membership. The club currently has around 15-20 members and organ

French Park · April 13, 2026 Also covered in Strokestown

New N5 bypass opens, transforming French Park and Strokestown

A major 7-kilometre bypass of French Park and Strokestown on the N5 has opened to traffic after years of planning and construction. The €69 million project was

French Park · April 13, 2026

N5 French Park bypass opens after 19 months ahead of schedule

A major 7-kilometre bypass around French Park and Sheepdwalk on the N5 has officially opened to traffic, delivering significant safety improvements and better c

Boyle · April 13, 2026

Mass celebrates 50th anniversary of School Boards of Management

A special Mass was held in Boyle during the week to mark the 50th anniversary of School Boards of Management. Church leaders including Sister Mary Richardson (d

Strokestown · April 13, 2026 Also covered in Carrick-on-Shannon

Historic printing press returns to Strokestown after 30 years

The Strokestown Development Heritage Group has successfully brought home a historic printing press that operated the Strokestown Democrat newspaper from 1907 to

Strokestown · April 13, 2026

Strokestown Development Heritage Group examining local well as heritage project

The Strokestown Development Heritage Group has received confirmation that a local well will be opened up and examined as part of their broader heritage preserva

Strokestown · April 13, 2026 Also covered in Carrick-on-Shannon, Cloone

Historic printing press returns home to Strokestown after 30 years

The Strokestown Development Heritage Group has successfully brought home a historic printing press that was used to publish the Strokestown Democrat newspaper f

Strokestown · April 13, 2026

Strokestown Democrat: pioneering nationalist newspaper 1907-1948

The Strokestown Democrat was founded in 1907 by brothers Paddy and Owen Moran and operated until 1948, publishing nationalist content during a sensitive period

Strokestown · April 13, 2026

Strokestown well to be opened and examined by authorities

The Strokestown Development Heritage Group has received confirmation that a local well will be opened up and examined. This is part of the group's broader effor

Athlone · April 13, 2026 Also covered in Mullingar

Roscommon Community College wins six All Ireland drama awards

Students from Roscommon Community College have won six All Ireland awards at the drama finals, including first place overall for their production of 'The Magdal

Mount Plunkett · April 13, 2026

Centenary celebration for legendary Irish boatbuilder Jimmy Fury

Mount Plunkett in Roscommon will mark the 100th birthday of Jimmy Fury on March 29th, widely regarded as one of Ireland's greatest boatbuilders. His estate has

Roscommon · April 13, 2026

Initiative supports farmers' mental health through succession planning

A new March initiative called 'Taking Stock' is supporting farmers and their families by focusing on succession planning, stress reduction, and mental health. T

Roscommon · April 13, 2026

Financial Planning Key to Farmer Mental Health and Succession Planning

Agriview programme featuring financial advisor Gary Green discusses how proper financial management, succession planning, and digital literacy can reduce stress

Roscommon · April 13, 2026

Jimmy Fury obituary published in Guardian newspaper, 2020

Boatbuilder Jimmy Fury received an obituary in the Guardian newspaper in September 2020, written by his nephew John Fury. The obituary demonstrated his impact e

Roscommon · April 13, 2026

Jimmy Fury, accomplished sailor, took to sailing at age 50

Boatbuilder Jimmy Fury demonstrated his versatility by taking up sailing at the age of 50, becoming an active member of Lachery Yacht Club, one of the oldest ya

Roscommon · April 13, 2026

Local woman crowned Roscommon Rose 2024

A woman from Kiltoomas has been elected Roscommon Rose 2024 and will represent the county at the Rose of Tralee festival in August. She credits her involvement

Roscommon · April 13, 2026

New initiative launches to support farmers' mental health and succession planning

A new March initiative called 'Stuck' has been launched to support farmers' health by prioritising farmers and their families, with a specific focus on successi

Roscommon · April 13, 2026

Succession planning challenges mount as farming demographics shift in Ireland

An interview with succession facilitator Claire O'Keefe highlights growing challenges in farm succession planning as farming communities age and younger generat

Roscommon · April 13, 2026

Financial Planning and Mental Health Support for Farmers

Agriview programme, sponsored by Taking Stock initiative, explores succession planning, financial management, and mental health support for farmers across the r

Roscommon · April 13, 2026

Kiltooms woman crowned Roscommon Rose 2024

A woman from Kiltooms has been selected as the Roscommon Rose 2024. She will represent County Roscommon at the Rose of Tralee Festival in August. The winner was

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