Mel Doherty is survived by his wife, Rosaleen, daughter Anita and sons Neil, Mel, Joseph and Philip.

The figures show an increase of 12 individuals in emergency accommodation in just over a month locally.

Last year, Longford was one of the counties to be selected for the pilot Community Safety Partnership programme.

The development would also include a therapy room, meeting room, multi-purpose space, shop, and storage.

New powers would allow local authorities to utilise body worn cameras, CCTV, and drones.

It's been confirmed that Caredoc will take over the operations of the former Longford MIDOC based in St Joseph's from today.

Fr Manning Gaels GAA club in Drumlish applied to Longford County Council for the construction of a multi-purpose building to house the pool,

The council is urging motorists to take alternative routes throughout the duration of the marathon.