News - Drumshanbo
Council urged to review trading bye-laws
Jan 12, 2026 12:12
Local Cllr plays down speculation that IPAS centre could open in Drumshanbo
Letters outlining plans to open a centre in the town were sent out to local residents in recent days.
Jan 9, 2026 12:23
Drumshanbo distillery sees rise in visitor numbers
The home of Gunpowder Irish Gun includes a café, bar, gift shop and distillery tour.
Dec 29, 2025 11:21
Local Patients Among 1,500 Waiting Over an Hour for Ambulances
According to National Ambulance Service figures, 365 of these delayed responses occurred in the region covering Leitrim and Roscommon.
Dec 24, 2025 13:26
Construction to commence on Drumshanbo project in 2026
Two derelict buildings, including the former Bank of Ireland, are to be overhauled.
Dec 22, 2025 13:06
Hopes for fewer south American trade barriers
The Mercosur agreement would significantly reduce tariffs - but is strongly opposed by Irish farmers.
Dec 19, 2025 13:07
Drumshanbo's Charlie McGettigan to return Eurovision trophy over Israel's involvement
Several countries, including Ireland, are boycotting next year's competition.
Dec 12, 2025 22:58
Local Eurovision winner says Ireland's own song contest would be a 'good idea'
Charlie McGettigan has speaking to Shannonside Northern Sound following the announcement the state broadcaster will boycott this year's competition over Israel's participation.
Dec 6, 2025 12:09
Ambitious Drumshanbo project needs another €1 million to go ahead
It involves works on two vacant buildings in Main Street - including the former Bank of Ireland.
Nov 11, 2025 12:24
Festival previously earmarked for Drumshanbo announces latest event
However, despite over 400 tickets being sold for the event, hundreds signed a petition calling for its cancellation.
Oct 29, 2025 12:05
Local councillor calls for citizens' assembly to revamp presidential nomination process
You need the backing of 20 Oireachtas members or four councils to get on the ballot paper
Oct 27, 2025 13:19
Leitrim cllr condemns online abuse of Heather Humphreys during presidential campaign
Cllr Enda McGloin also says Ms Humphreys suffered from an anti-government vote.
Oct 26, 2025 13:41
Drumshanbo turnout hits 60pc - while Boyle woman writes 'oxygen-wasters' across ballot paper
There was a campaign urging people to spoil the votes in this election, as a form of protest.
Oct 24, 2025 22:18
Drumshanbo has Shannonside region's highest presidential turnout
It's been a slow day at the polls overall across Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon.
Oct 24, 2025 17:01Shannonside Newsletter
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