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Shaunagh Connaire, Former Communications Director for George and Amal Clooney’s Justice Foundation, Sets Directorial Debut ‘Brown Bread’

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Shaunagh Connaire, Former Communications Director for George and Amal Clooney’s Justice Foundation, Sets Directorial Debut ‘Brown Bread’

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Shaunagh Connaire, the two-time Emmy-nominated Irish journalist who has produced documentaries for the likes of the BBC and PBS Frontline and also served as communication director for George and Amal Clooney’s Foundation for Justice, has made her directorial debut. “Brown Bread,” which is set to have its world premiere at the upcoming Galway Film Fleadh, is a short film that marks Connaire’s first foray into narrative drama, turning her storyt…Read Article

Life Lessons From the Farm

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Life Lessons From the Farm

Reading Time: 5 minutes It’s not easy to describe Irishman John Connell in a few words. He’s a very successful author, a journalist, a documentary producer, wellbeing ambassador and a man in love with farming. His debut book, which spent 37 weeks in the Irish book charts and won the Best Non-Fiction Book Award in Ireland, is The Cow Book. “It’s the story of a young man coming back to work on the family farm after a bad time,” Connell said. “A…See the Story

‘The Longford Effect’: How the Midlands is Redefining Ireland’s Digital Horizon

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‘The Longford Effect’: How the Midlands is Redefining Ireland’s Digital Horizon

In 2016, a memorable (or perhaps regrettable) RTE report painted a stark picture, labeling Longford with having the “worst broadband in the country.” Fast forward to the present, and the narrative has undergone a seismic shift. Longford has blossomed into a pioneering force in Ireland’s technological landscape, a vibrant testament to the power of community-driven […] The post ‘The Longford Effect’: How the Midlands is Redefining Ireland’s Digita…Read Article

Ireland's Oldest and Largest Medieval Book Shrine Goes on Public View for the First Time

In an unassuming lake in Ireland’s northern County Longford, an unprecedented find emerged in 1986. Thanks to the sediments in the body of water, pieces of a unique, highly decorated metal object dating to the 9th century were remarkably preserved. And now, after a 39-year conservation project, the nation’s oldest and largest medieval book shrine is now on view. Known as the Lough Kinale Book Shrine after its namesake lake, the object features a…Longford · Longford Read Article

Bright Spark Dan Crowned Screwfix Trade Apprentice 2025

Bright Spark Dan Crowned Screwfix Trade Apprentice 2025 Apprentice electrician Dan O’Shea has beaten over 2,700 apprentices from across the UK and Ireland to be named this year’s Screwfix Trade Apprentice champion. Dan, aged 20, from Longford, Ireland is currently completing Phase 2 of his electrical apprenticeship with F White electrical, located in Ballymahon, and takes home an impressive prize bundle of tools, ... The post Bright Spark Dan Cr…Longford · Longford Read Article

FG senator didn't declare €67,000 property sale to council

Make a one-time donation to The DitchFine Gael Senator Paraic Brady didn’t declare he sold a property to Longford County Council for €67,000 – nearly double what he first paid for it – while sitting on the council committee that oversees social housing and estate management. Elected representatives are required by law to declare any contracts with public bodies worth more than €6,348. Brady marked "nil" in the section requiring disclosure of loc…Property · Longford Read Article

FG senator didn’t declare more than €16k in farming income

Make a one-time donation to The DitchA Fine Gael senator on the Seanad agriculture panel didn’t declare more than €16,000 in farming income while serving as a county councillor last year.Paraic Brady didn’t declare farming income in his most recent ethics returns as a Longford County councillor – despite receiving €16,759 in EU farm payments between October 2023 and October 2024.Records obtained by The Ditch from the Department of Agriculture sh…Fine Gael · Longford Read Article

Two Provinces Triathlon - Triathlon Ireland

Saturday, 12th July | Lanesborough, Co. Longford Get ready for one of the standout events on the Triathlon Ireland calendar — the Two Provinces Triathlon returns to Lanesborough this July with a thrilling double-header that promises fierce competition and fantastic racing. Age Group Sprint National ChampionshipsDo you have what it takes to become the 2025 Triathlon Ireland Age Group National Champion?Race t…Longford · Longford Read Article

Longford Stalwart Paddy Collum Calls Time on Lengthy Inter-County Career

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Veteran Longford goalkeeper Paddy Collum has called time on his inter-county football career after 14 years between the posts.Longford · Longford See the Story

Public meeting June 4 of Longford residents opposed to Derryadd Wind Farm development

The organisers said they decided to arrange the meeting on Wednesday, June 4 at 8.30pm after Bord na Móna reapplied for planning permission. “We are calling a meeting for all community members to attend for an update on the new application,” a leaflet outlined. Some local residents are concerned about the planning application with claims it will have a ‘detrimental impact’ on wildlife, biodiversity and peatland drainage. Bord na Móna Powergen Li…Longford · Longford Read Article

Sadness at untimely passing of Longford club footballer - HoganStand

A Longford GAA club has been left heartbroken following the death of one of its most dedicated players.Longford · Longford Read Article

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