News - Cllr Brendan Barry
Calls made for increased MS support services locally
Cllr Brendan Barry tabled a motion at this month's meting of the Ballinamore MD.
May 26, 2026 13:35
Wide-ranging benefits from Drumshanbo project
When complete, it will transform the former Bank of Ireland building and adjoining vacant properties on Main Street into a modern working hub.
Mar 18, 2026 13:41
Local customers set for further fuel price surge
The increase follows warnings that petrol, diesel, electricity and home-heating oil could surge further in the wake of US and Israeli attacks on Iran.
Mar 3, 2026 12:58
Calls for Former South Leitrim Church to Become Tourist Facility
The building in Drumcong was developed 50 years ago, but is now vacant and in poor condition.
Jan 19, 2026 17:16
Six IDA visits locally between January and September
The purpose of these visits is to try to bring more foreign-direct investment to an area.
Jan 19, 2026 13:26
Calls for works on troublesome Leitrim routes
Bridges over the Aghnacashlaun and Yellow rivers are said to be in a state of disrepair.
Dec 16, 2025 13:04
Local farmer says further suspected cases of bluetongue is worrying news
It was confirmed today that 44 suspected cases have been identified.
Dec 3, 2025 17:04
Leitrim Cllr says joint approach needed to tackle future storms
Thousands of households were left without power for days following Storm Amy earlier this month.
Oct 16, 2025 07:45
Cllr wants Local Link to extend services in Leitrim to make it easier for people to socialise
Cllr Brendan Barry raised the motion at this week's meeting of Ballinamore Municipal District.
Sep 29, 2025 17:27
Leitrim Council confirms return of clothing recycling banks
It's expected that all 39 locations across the county will have a clothes bank by the end of September.
Sep 16, 2025 13:11
Popular south Leitrim hotel comes under new management
The Lough Allen Hotel in Drumshanbo had been closed for a number of years and most recently used for Ukrainian refugees.
Aug 19, 2025 13:48
Cautious welcome locally to increase of eligible animals for 2025 Beef Welfare Scheme
This year's scheme is worth €28 million to the sector, and aims to offer straightforward, farmer-friendly actions aimed at improving calf welfare and animal performance.
Aug 18, 2025 08:33
South Leitrim residents facing serious disruption to water supply
Uisce Éireann says a water treatment plant interruption will lead to supply issues until 9 o'clock tomorrow night.
Jul 14, 2025 13:07
Leitrim Cllr calls for traffic calming measures at a local national school
Cllr Brendan Barry is bringing forward a motion to next Mondays Ballinamore Municipal District meeting.
Apr 23, 2025 13:36Shannonside Newsletter
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