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Dromod man's new business venture is rail passengers' 'cup of tea'

Jul 3, 2025 14:07
By Shannonside News
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Dromod man's new business venture is rail passengers' 'cup of tea'

It follows Irish Rail's decision not to resume catering services on local train services.

An enterprising Leitrim man has taken it upon himself to provide tea and coffee to local train passengers. It follows Irish Rail's decision not to resume catering services on local train services. The semi-State body said it wasn't financially viable on all routes, including the Sligo to Dublin line. This has inspired Keelan Faughnan to set up his Rú coffee cart outside Dromod Train Station. Operating out of a converted horsebox, Keelan says he's happy to offer the service:

He's served a steady stream of customers since he set up shop on Tuesday morning:

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