News - Leitrim
Community Safety Partnership to address range of issues
The partnership replaces the joint policing committee and brings together councillors, Gardaí, agencies and community groups.
Feb 12, 2026 13:38
No HAP properties available to rent in Leitrim or Athlone
HAP is a form of social housing support for those on low incomes.
Feb 12, 2026 08:43
Pat Forde elected as chair of Leitrim Local Community Safety Partnership
South Leitrim councillor Maeve Reynolds was elected as vice-chairperson.
Feb 11, 2026 16:40
Serious concern raised over 'deterioration' of Leitrim roads
At this month's meeting of Carrick Municipal District, Enda Stenson tabled a motion requesting that the council deploy its road patching unit as soon as possible to carry out urgent repairs across rural areas.
Feb 11, 2026 07:21
Deadly driver doubles speed limit
The offences carry a combined penalty of three penalty points and €240 in fines.
Feb 10, 2026 17:15
Plans afoot to boost long-term housing
Agreement was reached within Government last night, marking a change from initial plans to target towns of 10 thousand people.
Feb 10, 2026 13:32
Concerns over state of local road
A 2km stretch of the R209 between Fawn and Kilclare has seen a series of crashes in recent weeks.
Feb 10, 2026 12:56
Lack of social house audits locally
The audit evaluates the condition, safety, and energy efficiency of homes
Feb 10, 2026 12:53
Longford and Leitrim rents could increase by over €3,000 a year, under new rent rules
From March, landlords will be able to reset rent to full market levels for any new tenancy.
Feb 10, 2026 08:19
Community defibrillator saves Leitrim man's life
The device was used to revive the man, proving critical in the moments following the incident.
Feb 9, 2026 18:12
Valentine's Day spending reveals strong sales locally
Over half a million euro was spent on flowers alone on February 13th 2025.
Feb 9, 2026 13:47
13 suppliers providing hot school meals in Co. Roscommon
The scheme has been available to all primary schools since September.
Feb 7, 2026 11:23
Plans to fast-track permission for floating gas terminal criticised
County Leitrim led the way to ban fracking in 2017.
Feb 5, 2026 13:30
Longford & Roscommon two poorest counties in terms of disposable income
Nationally, Dublin is at the top of the list with an average disposable income per person of over €33,000 per person with Limerick and Cork making up the top three.
Feb 5, 2026 11:25Shannonside Newsletter
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