News - Cllr Paddy O'Rourke
Calls for forestry companies to help fund repair of roads in south Leitrim
It's felt the damage has been caused by heavy haulage vehicles carrying out forestry work locally.
Apr 22, 2026 17:13
Government to 'liberalise' one-off housing rural rules
The changes will be brought in by the summer.
Mar 10, 2026 13:12
Meeting sought over Leitrim's LIS status
Only 19 roads in the county were addressed under the LIS scheme in 2025.
Feb 23, 2026 13:20
Leitrim Councillors to quiz ESB on storm readiness
In the aftermath of Storm Éowyn, there were mass power outages across the county, with many left without electricity for weeks.
Jan 26, 2026 08:20
Calls for measures to be put in place at dangerous Leitrim junction
This follows a number of near misses by those exiting Drumcoura Cross on to the R204 at Drumlea.
Dec 15, 2025 15:10
Local members call for Fianna Fáil review to be published
The Taoiseach informed his Fianna Fáil parliamentary party of the delay last night.
Dec 4, 2025 13:24
Leitrim Fianna Fáil councillor says party remains disappointed after presidential vote
It follows speculation about Micheál Martin's future as leader of the party following a disastrous presidential campaign, which saw Jim Gavin withdraw three weeks before the election.
Nov 2, 2025 12:20
Forestry Minister criticised by Leitrim councillors over handling of corridors
It followed comments made by Michael Healy Rae concerning the planting of Christmas trees underneath powerlines.
Oct 21, 2025 07:29
No resolution in sight for Leitrim water issues
There have been several major water bursts in the Ballinamore area recently - including last Friday morning.
Sep 8, 2025 16:58
Uisce Eireann to be grilled over major water problems in south Leitrim today
The semi-state company is meeting Leitrim County Council later this morning to discuss various issues.
Sep 8, 2025 07:41
Local Councillor say water network in South Leitrim needs to be upgraded
Uisce Éireann says it's working to restore supply after the burst between Ballinamore and Ardrum.
Sep 5, 2025 13:03
Paddy Farrell to become new Cathaoirleach of Leitrim later today
The Leitrim village councillor will take over from his party colleague Paddy O'Rourke.
Jun 27, 2025 07:27
Gary Prior elected as the new Cathaoirleach of Ballinamore MD
The new Leas Cathaoirleach will be fellow Fianna Fáil Councillor Paddy O'Rourke.
Jun 23, 2025 13:02
New playground urgently needed in Newtowngore, says local councillor
Fianna Fáil's Paddy O'Rourke has told Ballinamore Municipal District it's urgently required in Newtowngore.
Jun 1, 2025 12:56Shannonside Newsletter
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