Producing the Longford News (Ireland), 1978 - video

[Dave Hughes]

A great video showing the production of this local Irish newspaper.

Some great footage of the production departments, showing their three Linotypes and old press which printed directly from the forme.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8mCIP8s1Wc

A look behind the scenes at The Longford News revealed how local stories—like John Fagan's super spuds—earned front-page status. From hand-drawn layouts to hot metal linotype printing, the paper relied on traditional methods and a dedicated team to reach both local readers and an international audience. The process, though old-fashioned, ensured the stories of Longford were shared far and wide. (Broadcast on 24 October 1978.)