News - Carrick-on-Shannon
Operation Twin Tracks underway locally
This an initiative which aims to prevent and detect anti-social behaviour on board public transport rail services.
May 6, 2026 17:26
Strong objection to 24-hour gym and major housing development in Carrick
A Lanesborough man is raising serious traffic concerns.
May 6, 2026 13:03
Motorist caught speeding in Carrick among top offenders detected by Gardaí this weekend
Gardaí are conducting mandatory intoxicant testing and high visibility checkpoints this weekend.
May 2, 2026 09:48
Gardai appeal for help to track down Leitrim burglars after Newtowngore break-in
Gardai say a dark-coloured BMW estate was involved and the occupants were offering power-washing services.
Apr 30, 2026 08:24
24-hour gym and major housing development planned for Carrick
A 24-gym would be developed on the ground floor, with changing, shower and locker rooms, and gym equipment and storage facilities.
Apr 29, 2026 07:17
Blow for Carrick as store enters liquidation
The company, which opened its first store in 2009, made the announcement in an Instagram post yesterday.
Apr 23, 2026 13:00
Condition of roads impacting local learners
Cllr Paddy Farrell raised the matter at this month's meeting of the local MD.
Apr 14, 2026 13:15
Traffic delays as major protest ongoing between Carrick and Rooskey
This is causing significant traffic delays in both directions of the road, especially eastbound near Rooskey.
Apr 12, 2026 15:03
PODCAST: Carrick fuel protesters call for urgent action, as around 400 attend peaceful walk
In this podcast, several people said the fuel situation is a serious crisis.
Apr 12, 2026 13:52
Local fuel protester says demonstrations will end if carbon tax is scrapped
There were major tailbacks in Carrick-on-Shannon yesterday.
Apr 11, 2026 09:18
Major tailbacks in Carrick-on-Shannon today as blockades continue
There are reports of a blockade on the N4 in Carrick-on-Shannon this morning, while delays are expected again today.
Apr 10, 2026 10:17
New housing development in Carrick approved despite pollution concerns
They're planned for the Longford side of the town.
Apr 3, 2026 08:17
Electric car sales double in Shannonside region
A total of 196 were registered in Leitrim, Longford and Roscommon between January and March - up from 94 in the same period last year.
Apr 1, 2026 12:52Shannonside Newsletter
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