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Leitrim councillor seeks standard height for speed ramps

He has this week called for more uniformity when it comes to the traffic calming measure.

May 11, 2025 09:22

Leitrim delegation to grill Forestry Minister over storm damage in meeting today

Over 9,000 homes and businesses lost power in the county, due to January's weather event.

Mar 25, 2025 07:19

Serious water shortages reported in South Leitrim

It followed an increase in water use by customers supplied by the Carrick-on-Shannon Water Treatment Plant.

Jan 12, 2025 09:25

Almost 200 electricity customers still without power in Drumcong, Co Leitrim

A total of 196 customers lost power in Drumcong around 9am today, and the fault still hasn't been fixed.

Dec 19, 2024 13:05

Dog-fouling affecting wheelchair-users in Co Leitrim, claims councillor

Drumshanbo councillor Brendan Barry says it's a problem throughout the county and is a big inconvenience for wheelchair-users in particular.

Dec 11, 2024 13:50

Over 3,700 Shannonside homes and businesses still without power after storm

ESB crews are working to restore power to all these properties - but some could have to wait another few days for electricity.

Dec 10, 2024 07:04

Decision day on 5pc rates hike for Leitrim businesses

Council management has made the controversial proposal but says the money would be spent on key infrastructure.

Nov 11, 2024 07:38

Minister turns sod on €1.2m water sports facility in Drumshanbo

It's part of plans to turn the lake into a central hub for water activities.

Sep 11, 2024 13:45

Employers exploiting apprentices as cheap labour, claims Leitrim councillor

Sinn Féin's Brendan Barry says the issue is forcing many people to abandon their chosen career.

Sep 5, 2024 13:01

A record of over 2,000 people attend John Joe McGirl parade in Ballinamore

The Aughnasheelin native was a councillor, TD and vice-president of Sinn Fein, as well as chief of staff of the IRA in 1958.

Aug 19, 2024 16:59

Calls made to secure funding for viewing bay at Lough Allen

He also wants the council to work with landowners at Cleighranmore, to improve views of the lake there too.

Jul 27, 2024 11:34

Concerns raised over insurance pay-outs by Leitrim County Council

Over 197,000 euro related to footpaths, slips and trips, while there were also motor and pothole settlements.

Jul 9, 2024 17:05

Three sitting councillors for Ballinamore LEA set to retain seats

Three sitting councillors from the Ballinamore area in Leitrim are set to retain their seats, according to a final tally.

Jun 8, 2024 10:50

Frantic efforts to find accommodation for Ukrainians refugees in Drumshanbo

The Lough Allen Hotel has been home to around 170 refugees for the past two years, and many work or go to school in the area.

May 22, 2024 13:18

News - Brendan Barry