News - Leitrim
Leitrim man acquitted of dangerous driving at a protest in 2022
He said he "hatched a plan" to knock down the gates of the embassy to put pressure on Russia and stop the war in Ukraine.
May 3, 2024 17:20
Former Leitrim teacher to seek county council seat
The retired deputy principal and secondary-school teacher is standing as an Independent.
May 2, 2024 08:49
Social media abuse a major barrier to entering local politics says Leitrim Councillor
Sean McGowan, from Dromod, is the latest politician to speak about the negative impact of social media.
May 1, 2024 14:43
Leitrim recycling facilities being targeted by illegal dumpers
Residents claimed rubbish was dumped at facilities in Carrick-on-Shannon, Drumshanbo, Ballinamore, Carrigallen and other areas.
May 1, 2024 14:32
Gardaí seek witnesses in Carrick on Shannon home break ins
Anyone with any information in relation to either incident is asked to contact Carrick on Shannon Garda Station
May 1, 2024 14:20
Legendary Leitrim councillor Gerry Dolan to bow out after 33 years
The farmer and chairman of Drumshanbo Mart was first elected in 1991 and has held his seat at every election since then.
Apr 30, 2024 20:14
High Court rejects Council move to block Leitrim refugee accommodation
Local residents held protests in the village last November saying existing services would be stretched to the limit.
Apr 30, 2024 08:51
Over 500 marriages registered in Shannonside region last year
The figures come from a recent CSO report pertaining to the amount of marriages which took place nationwide in 2023.
Apr 29, 2024 17:35
Drop in number of reported burglaries in County Leitrim
However, drug driving arrests are up 34% from 11 to 32 incidents so far this year.
Apr 29, 2024 13:16
Claims relating to uninsured drivers rise by 13% in Roscommon
They were down by 13 per cent in Longford and dropped by 55 per cent in Leitrim.
Apr 29, 2024 08:13
Leitrim person on council housing waiting list for 15 years
There are a total of 252 people on the social housing waiting list in Leitrim, including 152 in the Carrick-on-Shannon Municipal District
Apr 29, 2024 06:25
Investigations ongoing following two incidents of theft in Dromod
The scene has been preserved for technical examination, and investigations are currently ongoing.
Apr 28, 2024 14:40
Success at launch of 2024 Taste Leitrim Sustainable Food Trail
For 2024, Taste Leitrim has committed to being one of the first food trails in Ireland to highlight its environmentally sustainable ethos.
Apr 28, 2024 12:17
Number of home completions on the increase in Shannonside region
Nationally, 5,841 home completions were recorded in the first 3 months of this year.
Apr 26, 2024 13:13Shannonside Newsletter
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