News - Leitrim
Liam Farrell's death could be upgraded to murder after exhumation, cold case expert reveals
Liam Farrell was found dead at the back of his house in Rooskey in January 2020, in a bloodied and bruised state.
Mar 31, 2026 16:58
Calls for action to be taken on Leitrim's pot hole problem
Leitrim's machine spends 6 weeks in each half of the county on separate occasions.
Mar 31, 2026 13:16
Leitrim man Liam Farrell's body to be exhumed next week
Mar 31, 2026 11:36
Over 3,000 criminal offences in last three months of 2025
Figures published by the Central Statistics Office do show similar offences were carried out in both the Sligo-Leitrim and Roscommon-Longford Garda divisions.
Mar 30, 2026 17:23
Pleasant weather to continue locally
Counties Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon have each seen mixed conditions in recent days.
Mar 30, 2026 14:01
John McGahern remembered fondly on 20th anniversary of his death
The local writer is best known for his acclaimed novel Amongst Women and That They May Face the Rising Sun.
Mar 30, 2026 08:10
Over 30,000 fuel allowance recipients across local region
The Fuel Allowance is a payment to help with the cost of heating your home during the winter months.
Mar 28, 2026 09:19
House prices across region still among lowest in the country
The latest Daft.ie report shows market prices in counties Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon have each seen an increase.
Mar 26, 2026 10:55
Leitrim patient's wait for cancer treatment raised in the Dáil
The long travel distances and difficulty accessing timely care are said to add significant stress for patients and families.
Mar 25, 2026 17:16
Five local schools to benefit from major funding
They'll get extra supports to employ more teachers, support staff and other measures.
Mar 25, 2026 13:15
High fuel prices continue to impact local customers
On Monday, the cabinet approved a 250 million euro plan to cut excise duty and increase fuel allowance payments and offer a rebate to hauliers.
Mar 25, 2026 13:11
Calls for street mural in Ballinamore
Fianna Fáil Cllr Gary Prior brought forward a motion on the matter at yesterday's Municipal District meeting.
Mar 24, 2026 13:21
Figures show slight drop in Garda numbers
The figures come amid ongoing concerns about resources, recruitment and visibility in rural communities.
Mar 24, 2026 13:15
Claims gas could see next price surge
Local areas have experienced sharp rises at the pumps and home heating oil in recent weeks.
Mar 24, 2026 13:08Shannonside Newsletter
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