News - Joseph Gilhooly
New bridge between Carrick-on-Shannon and Cootehall to go to tender in 2026
Up to 5 million euro will be spent on a replacement for Hartley Bridge.
Jan 1, 2026 12:53
Carrick-on-Shannon's flood-defence scheme to go to planning in 2026
The project has been worked on for several years, after the town was badly affected by flooding in 2009 and 2015.
Jan 1, 2026 09:13
Planning application for long-awaited Carrick bypass to be lodged in 2026
It involves a 6-kilometre road around the town, from the Dublin Road to the Boyle Road.
Dec 28, 2025 12:55
New Leitrim walkway will go to tender early next year
It got planning permission last year and recently got over half a million euro of state funding.
Dec 23, 2025 07:30
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
Plans to turn Ballinamore courthouse into community hub
It closed as a courthouse around 15 years ago and is in poor condition.
Dec 22, 2025 07:30
Leitrim Council delegation to spend a week in New York for St. Patrick's day
Leas Cathaoirleach Sean McGowan and Chief Executive Joseph Gilhooly will arrive in New York on Wednesday.
Mar 10, 2025 12:49
Construction of new bridge outside Carrick-on-Shannon to start next year
Hartley Bridge is located around halfway between Carrick and Cootehall, and is in poor condition.
Dec 26, 2024 11:25
Construction of Drumshanbo Exchange to start early next year
The new smart working hub could facilitate up to 40 jobs.
Dec 20, 2024 16:31
PODCAST: Construction work to start on €6m working hub in Drumshanbo next year
It will see a working hub and creative studios being developed in the town centre.
Dec 20, 2024 16:05
Scenic boardwalk from Carrick to Leitrim village to go to planning next year
It will start at the Shannon near Park Lane in Carrick and will go entirely along the water.
Dec 19, 2024 07:20
Planning permission set to be lodged for Carrick bypass next year
It involves a 6-kilometre route, from the Dublin Road to the Boyle Road.
Dec 18, 2024 08:29
New Leitrim council chief executive will be paid almost €158,000
Joseph Gilhooly will now officially hold the role following over 20 years of experience at the county council.
Jul 9, 2024 17:21Shannonside Newsletter
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