The imminent opening of the N4 upgrade between Collooney and Castlebaldwn has thrown the Mullingar to Rooseky section into sharp focus once again according to Longford councillor Seamus Butler

Thousands of euro worth of damage was caused by the floods which swept through the area last night.

The homes were hit with several thousand litres of water last night.

Significant repairs will be required to the road

Senator Murphy said it was great news for the Principal Mellory Tighe, staff, students, Board of Management and parents of students.

There's huge disappointment and worry in the hospitality sector about the decision to postpone the reopening of indoor dining on July 5th

The meeting will take place on Tuesday at eight o'clock, in the Annaduff church carpark.

A local tourism provider believes the launch of a new masterplan for town and villages along the Shannon is a major lifeline for rural areas