News - Leitrim
Shannonside region gears up for St Patrick's Day parades
Communities are adding finishing touches to their floats, with over a hundred set to drive through the streets of Longford, Roscommon, and Leitrim tomorrow.
Mar 16, 2026 16:49
Over 560 houses across region received planning permission last year
The figures from the CSO show there's been a 7.9 per cent increase in permissions granted nationally.
Mar 16, 2026 07:50
Holiday rentals in Leitrim must be protected - councillor
There are 12 times as many holiday lets as long-term rental homes in Leitrim
Mar 13, 2026 13:01
12 times as many holiday lets as long-term rental homes in Leitrim
Threshold found 87 are available on Airbnb in the county - but just seven are available to rent on Daft.ie.
Mar 13, 2026 08:16
Over 15,000 Irish passports issued locally in 2025
Data came from the Department of Foreign Affairs and was published by 7LÁ.
Mar 12, 2026 13:12
Adverse weather on the way for local region
Counties Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon are all under status yellow rain and wind warnings.
Mar 12, 2026 13:07
Status yellow snow and ice warning issued for Co. Leitrim
Met Éireann is warning showers may fall as sleet or snow with some accumulations possible on high ground.
Mar 12, 2026 11:14
Shannonside region under rain and wind warnings today
Flooding, poor visibility and difficulty driving conditions are possible.
Mar 12, 2026 07:23
Concern among Leitrim refugees about possible far-right protests
Some refugee children are increasingly going to primary school at a younger developmental stage because they can't get childcare.
Mar 11, 2026 13:38
Longford senator welcomes increase in funding allocated to vacant social homes
Over €1.2 million has been earmarked across Leitrim, Longford, and Roscommon.
Mar 10, 2026 18:02
Yellow wind warning issued to local region
It comes into effect at midnight and will remain in place until 6pm that evening.
Mar 10, 2026 16:47
Public invited to make submissions on Drumshanbo upgrade
The proposed works will consist of junction tightening in six key areas around the Co Leitrim town.
Mar 10, 2026 13:45
Government to 'liberalise' one-off housing rural rules
The changes will be brought in by the summer.
Mar 10, 2026 13:12
Local funding allocated to vacant social homes
The total allocation for the Shannonside region represents a 28% increase compared with last year's funding.
Mar 10, 2026 13:08Shannonside Newsletter
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