News - Cllr James Gilmartin
Funding sought for local autism support worker
The pilot initiative was established to support autistic young people at critical educational transition points.
Mar 3, 2026 17:19
Government to confirm plans for social media age ban
There are plans for an age verification tool to be tested to explore how a ban would work.
Feb 18, 2026 17:18
Concern expressed over impact of e-scooters
The College of Physicians has found that the vehicles are the leading cause of traumatic brain injuries to children at Temple Street Hospital.
Dec 2, 2025 13:22
Bluetongue Outbreak is the Biggest Threat to Irish Farming Since 2001, Warns Leitrim Councillor
It's due to the outbreak of Bluetongue disease in two cows north of the border near Bangor in County Down.
Dec 1, 2025 17:38
Students with additional needs to be given extra time
It comes as part of the RACE scheme, which does not require a diagnosis and provides accommodations based on a needs basis.
Nov 20, 2025 13:21
Concerns raised over repeated closure of orthopaedic surgery services at local hospital
A leak from the facility's roof has had a sever impact on patients with no clear communication or timelines for treatment.
Oct 28, 2025 13:05
1 in 7 primary school classes in Co Leitrim have more than 30 children
Education Minister Helen McEntee says, at the end of the school term, there were 24 classes in Leitrim, 15 in Longford, and 23 in Roscommon, with over 30 kids.
Aug 1, 2025 07:39
Leitrim teacher supports calls for extra exam time for students with dyslexia
Roscommon County Council backed this motion at their meeting last month.
Mar 2, 2025 09:32
LISTEN: Bring in the Army and cut electricity bills - calls from Leitrim men as power crisis continues
There are 500 homes and businesses still without power, including 97 in Drumshanbo.
Feb 7, 2025 17:50
Some homes in Co. Leitrim still dealing with water outages
A Ballinamore resident says the water infrastructure is Third World - as they face a 10th day with no supply.
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