News - Leitrim
Planning application for wind farm in Co. Leitrim to be lodged next year
A company intends building seven turbines near Ballinamore, according to local councillor Gary Prior.
Nov 4, 2025 07:41
Advocates for Gaeilge in Leitrim trying to boost language across county
Organisers say new Irish classes and conversation circles have already sparked renewed interest in speaking the language.
Nov 3, 2025 16:39
Local motorists advised to exercise caution
Surface water remains on many local, regional and national roads.
Nov 3, 2025 07:28
Leitrim Fianna Fáil councillor says party remains disappointed after presidential vote
It follows speculation about Micheál Martin's future as leader of the party following a disastrous presidential campaign, which saw Jim Gavin withdraw three weeks before the election.
Nov 2, 2025 12:20
Co. Leitrim postmaster to retire today after 40 years
Mary Bohan is currently a Fianna Fáil councillor in the Manorhamilton Municipal District.
Oct 31, 2025 12:06
Local toll users set to be hit with increases
The biggest rise in cost will be felt by those using the Dublin Port Tunnel in the morning.
Oct 29, 2025 12:31
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
Longford has second lowest number of asylum-seekers in Ireland
There are 143 in the county, according to the Department of Migration.
Oct 29, 2025 08:47
Carrigallen author shortlisted for An Post Irish Book Awards
Oct 28, 2025 18:17
Roscommon has country's third highest rate of road deaths
According to the Irish Independent, only Mayo and Donegal have had more road deaths than Roscommon this year, per capita.
Oct 28, 2025 08:17
Over €14 million to be allocated to local farmers under 2025 Eco-Scheme
Earlier this week, the Minister for Agriculture, Martin Heydon confirmed the details.
Oct 27, 2025 11:10
Local Fianna Fáil councillor says presidential nomination process needs to change
Over 200,000 people spoiled their votes in the election, which had only three candidates on the ballot paper.
Oct 27, 2025 09:23
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 22:18Shannonside Newsletter
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