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37% of candidates for Leitrim elections are female
Mairead O'Shea of See Her Elected says Leitrim is in line with the national trend.
Jun 3, 2024 11:18
Calls made to re-develop former factory in Ballaghaderreen
The plant shut in 2008, with the loss of 200 jobs, and has remained vacant ever since.
May 14, 2024 13:37
Former Leitrim teacher to seek county council seat
The retired deputy principal and secondary-school teacher is standing as an Independent.
May 2, 2024 08:49
Independent Ireland to run local candidate in Leitrim elections
Local TD Michael Fitzmaurice has welcomed the Cavan native's addition to the ticket in Ballinamore.
Apr 11, 2024 13:12
Fine Gael secure candidate for local elections in Carrick on Shannon
She is the only candidate nominated ahead of the close of nominations this evening.
Apr 10, 2024 12:20
Former midlands broadcaster to run in European Elections
He worked for RTE for 27 years before retiring in 2021 as Midlands Correspondent for the broadcaster.
Apr 5, 2024 12:24
Sligo Leitrim TD reacts to changing of local electoral boundaries
18 Electoral Divisions of North Roscommon will be transferred to Roscommon-Galway, including areas such as Boyle, Arigna and Keadue.
Aug 30, 2023 16:43
Local Councillor backs call to remove candidate addresses from ballots
The Green party member believes it poses a security risk to candidates.
Aug 2, 2023 16:58
Labour Senator set to top Dublin Bay South by-election polls
This will be her first time elected to the Dáil.
Jul 9, 2021 15:34Shannonside Newsletter
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