News - Leitrim
Over €11 million in national funding secured to support local communities
Initiatives in counties Leitrim, Longford, and Roscommon will be eligible for the funding, which has increased to €65,000 per project this year.
Apr 4, 2025 17:35
Planning sought for construction of new parish centre in Co. Leitrim
The centre would contain a meeting and tea room, toilets, administration office and all associated site works.
Apr 4, 2025 10:55
Calls for social media to be used to shame those caught illegal dumping
A local councillor is believes that the videos, if posted online, could deter future incidents.
Apr 3, 2025 13:35
Local companies set to be hit hard by Trump tariff fallout
The Government says Europe needs to respond calmy and maturely to the US President’s announcement.
Apr 3, 2025 13:29
Leitrim landowners asked to engage with new Ring Fort survey and celebration
Those with the forts on their land are also asked to register the location ahead of a celebration in May.
Apr 2, 2025 17:21
Nearly 600 homecare hours unfilled in Leitrim
The figures have been released in a reply by the HSE to a parliamentary question by local Sinn Féin TD Martin Kenny.
Apr 2, 2025 11:08
Almost 900 people across region availing of social housing support scheme
They receive the Housing Assistance Payment, which is for people who have a long-term housing need.
Mar 31, 2025 11:34
Councillor says alternative funding needed for new bus shelter in Keshcarrigan
Cllr Gary Prior also welcomed the installation of Ballinamore's first bus shelter this week.
Mar 29, 2025 11:29
Popular Carrick restaurant unveil plans for new hotel extension
Construction drawings are now being finalised with the project set to go to tender in the coming months.
Mar 28, 2025 12:27
Broadband plan must be fast-tracked for Leitrim areas with bad mobile coverage - Kenny
Sinn Féin councillor Roisin Kenny raised the motion at a recent meeting of the Ballinamore Municipal District.
Mar 26, 2025 07:21
Meeting with Forestry Minister constructive despite no firm commitments says Leitrim Cathaoirleach
Over 9,000 people in the county lost electricity in Storm Eowyn in January, and forestry was the main cause.
Mar 25, 2025 17:27
Forestry Minister offers no firm commitments to Leitrim residents affected by Storm Éowyn
Over 9,000 people in the county lost electricity in January, and forestry was the main cause.
Mar 25, 2025 13:24
Rising house prices due to lack of supply in Shannonside region, says auctioneer
A new report from Daft.ie shows the average price of a house in the county is almost €218,000.
Mar 25, 2025 13:19
Over 200 people in Shannonside region had Jobseekers' benefit cut last year
Reduced rates were introduced in 2011 to encourage jobseekers to co-operate with the Department of Social Protection, in trying to help them get jobs.
Mar 25, 2025 13:03Shannonside Newsletter
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