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Social media campaign underway to encourage more people to move to Co. Leitrim
The 'Most Definitely Leitrim' campaign features stories from people who have already made the move.
Jun 17, 2026 13:38
People in Leitrim and Longford waiting over 3 months for a driving test
That's according to new figures released to the Irish Times.
Jun 17, 2026 13:36
Inquest hears Leitrim farmer died accidentally
Proceedings at Carrick-on-Shannon Coroner's Court today examined the circumstances surrounding the death of Fergus Geelan in February 2025.
Jun 17, 2026 13:33
Local TD's call for legislation to address trees falling on power lines
Sinn Féin has sought to amend the Forestry Act 2014 to provide for the management of critical infrastructure corridors within forestry lands.
Jun 17, 2026 07:42
Over 2,600 children in the region on CDNT waiting lists
The figures come following a parliamentary question by Longford-Westmeath TD, Sorca Clarke to Minister for Children, Norma Foley.
Jun 17, 2026 07:34
Cllr Emer Kelly elected Cathaoirleach of Athlone MD
The Independent councillor topped the poll in Athlone in the last election,
Jun 16, 2026 17:35
Locals named on latest tax defaulters list
It includes those who failed to declare income tax returns, were involved in the smuggling and illegal sale of tobacco, and the misuse of green diesel.
Jun 16, 2026 17:31
Local authority submitted no projects under a new housing fund
Three local projects were approved in Leitrim and Roscommon as part of the Government's Housing Infrastructure Investment Fund.
Jun 16, 2026 17:26
Fundraiser for repatriation and funeral of Latvian who died after alleged Leitrim attack hits target
Janis’s sister, Inga Jakovleva, now says the amount required has been donated and has stood down the appeal.
Jun 16, 2026 16:08
Appeal issued over Longford arson attack
The house was in flames and there was extensive damage, but no one was injured.
Jun 16, 2026 13:46
Three due in court over Athlone drug-related intimidation
A woman in her 60s, a man in his 20s and a teenage boy were arrested by Gardaí in Athlone on Tuesday.
Jun 16, 2026 13:38
Revenue seize contraband worth more than €700,000 in series of operations including in Midlands
The enforcement actions resulted in significant drug, tobacco, alcohol, and counterfeit goods seizures, along with dozens of weapons.
Jun 16, 2026 13:20
Over 50 people waiting for a bed at local hospitals today
According the INMO's latest trolley watch report, 52 patients were waiting at Sligo University Hospital.
Jun 16, 2026 13:15
Gardaí say efforts to detect incidents of dangerous driving helped by new technology
It comes as speeding enforcements trebled in the Roscommon, Longford and Mayo Division last year.
Jun 16, 2026 13:11Shannonside Newsletter
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