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Long-serving Carrick Carnival Committee to step down this month
Since reviving the event in 2013, the volunteers have built the carnival into one of Leitrim's best-loved free family festivals.
Jun 26, 2026 13:16
Plans lodged for long-awaited Sunflower Children's Hospice
If approved, the facility will become the first dedicated children's hospice outside Dublin.
Jun 26, 2026 13:11
State watchdog raises concerns about Sligo-Leitrim's mental health unit
It opened in October 2020, at a cost of nearly €14m, and replaced the outdated unit called St Columba's nearby.
Jun 26, 2026 13:03
'Housing is the No 1 issue in Leitrim' - Mary Bohan, as she becomes cathaoirleach for fifth time
She succeeded Paddy Farrell in the one-year role at the council’s AGM in Carrick-on-Shannon this afternoon.
Jun 26, 2026 12:27
Man dies following single vehicle collision in Ballinamore
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Carrick-on-Shannon Garda Station, the Garda Confidential Line, or any Garda Station.
Jun 26, 2026 12:22
Over 40 patients waiting at local hospitals
The latest INMO trolley watch report has been published.
Jun 26, 2026 11:40
Mass to mark second anniversary of Roscommon man's death
A special Mass is taking place in Frenchpark.
Jun 26, 2026 11:38
Entire Shannonside region under thunderstorm warning today
The status yellow alert starts at 9am and continues until 6pm.
Jun 26, 2026 08:10
Much-loved local radio presenter to be laid to rest today
Eugene Murphy and Frank Feighan are among those paying tribute.
Jun 26, 2026 07:36
Mary Bohan to become Leitrim council cathaoirleach today
Mary Bohan will replace Paddy Farrell as cathaoirleach, while Councillor Justin Warnock, from Kinlough, will become leas-cathaoirleach.
Jun 26, 2026 07:23
Roscommon reach All-Ireland LGFA final
They will face the winners of the other semi-final between Laois and Tipperary.
Jun 25, 2026 21:54
Roscommon hits 30C as sun-worshippers flock to beauty spots
Hundreds of people are at the Doon Shore on Lough Key in Boyle this evening.
Jun 25, 2026 19:53
Meeting of the trustees of new Longford FRC taking place next week
In January, Minister for Children Norma Foley confirmed that the town is one of ten locations set to gain such a facility.
Jun 25, 2026 17:30
Leitrim to receive full broadband by end of September
Both Kilkenny and Longford have recently been included in the State's Intervention Area.
Jun 25, 2026 17:26Shannonside Newsletter
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