News - Leitrim
'Hugely disappointing' Carrick post office is no longer in Leitrim - Stenson
An Post has confirmed it moved to Glancy's SuperValu in Cortober this morning.
Feb 4, 2025 17:56
Irish Red Cross launches support hubs for students impacted by power outages
The Irish Red Cross has launched the 'Happy Hub' initiative in a number of locations, including counties Leitrim and Monaghan.
Feb 2, 2025 12:14
Business owners affected by power outages urged to liaise with local authorities
It comes as thousands in the region are still impacted by the lack of electricity and water caused by Storm Éowyn.
Jan 31, 2025 14:17
Leitrim councillor calls for change regarding forestry
Large parts of the county remains without power due to the damage caused by Storm Éowyn.
Jan 31, 2025 13:58
Mother and young children forced to move into caravan following Storm Éowyn
It's not the first time the single mother has had to endure a blackout, with one affecting her home just before Christmas.
Jan 31, 2025 13:37
Minister urged to bring state bodies together to tackle problem forestry
Leitrim councillor Enda McGloin raised the issue at last week's meeting of concerned citizens in Ballinamore.
Jan 30, 2025 14:42
Thousands into their seventh day without power in the Shannonside region
The ESB says it has restored electricity to 660-thousand homes since Storm Éowyn but the west and northwest remains badly affected.
Jan 30, 2025 08:46
Leitrim Councillor calls for army to be deployed to help clear fallen forestry
Councillor Maeve Reynolds believes that the ESB are having to spend too much time clearing trees and should be helped by the Defence Forces.
Jan 29, 2025 17:32
Thousands face into their sixth day without power in the Shannonside region
Meanwhile, An Post says a number of local post offices are back open following Storm Éowyn.
Jan 29, 2025 09:18
Leitrim councillor slams Uisce Éireann's alternative drinking water supplies
The utility said a small amount of sediment had entered its tanker and apologised to customers.
Jan 28, 2025 15:52
Over 20,000 remain without power across the region this lunchtime
The ESB says it's likely some people will remain without electricity until next week:
Jan 27, 2025 13:18
Water update for the Shannonside Region
Urban areas are expected to see their water supply return fully by this evening.
Jan 27, 2025 09:17
20,000 local homes & businesses out of power 4 days on from Storm Eowyn
Power has been restored to a number of water treatment plants in the region, with generators installed at sites that still do not have power.
Jan 27, 2025 08:33
Public meeting in Ballinamore tonight to discuss recent power outages
Leitrim Public Participation Network are hosting the special meeting at The Den on the Swanlinbar Road in Ballinamore.
Jan 23, 2025 15:37Shannonside Newsletter
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