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'It's time for Micheál Martin to step down' - Leitrim Fianna Fáil councillor
Cllr Gary Prior was speaking following the no confidence vote in the Government earlier this week.
Apr 16, 2026 17:35
Sharp increase in rat infestations across Shannonside region
That's according to Rentokil, Ireland's leading pest control provider.
Apr 16, 2026 13:28
Passenger using drugs among complaints received on local train line
The provider is adding more security patrols to trains to keep passengers safe.
Apr 16, 2026 13:24
Lack of Gardaí and anti-social behaviour among issues raised at local public consultation
The Local Community Safety Partnership held a consultation at the Abbey Hotel last night.
Apr 16, 2026 13:19
Increase in termination notices issued by landlords to tenants locally
Among those include a young mother and other families in county Leitrim who are being forced to leave their existing dwelling.
Apr 16, 2026 13:13
Exhumation of Leitrim man's body may lead to useful information - top forensic scientist
87-year-old Liam Farrell died in suspicious circumstances in Rooskey in January 2020.
Apr 16, 2026 13:04
'Midsummer's Night with the Stars' to take place in Cavan this summer
The Slieve Russell Hotel in Ballyconnell will play host to 'A Midsummer's Night with the Stars' on June 22nd.
Apr 16, 2026 11:42
Application for permanent flood-relief scheme in South Roscommon to be lodged by end of 2026
The OPW Minister has provided the update after meetings this week.
Apr 16, 2026 11:40
Longford national school benefits from new special classes allocations
Gaelscoil Longfoirt has been allocated an autism spectrum disorder early intervention class.
Apr 16, 2026 07:45
Public meeting on water quality in Castlerea this evening
The event, from 7 to 8.30pm, is being hosted by the Local Authority Waters Programme to update communities on efforts to protect and restore rivers and waterways locally.
Apr 16, 2026 07:24
Longford is Ireland's cheapest place to buy a home for joint first-time buyers
Longford was revealed to be the most affordable place for joint first-time buyers for the third consecutive year.
Apr 16, 2026 07:19
Three hospitalised after county Longford crash
The road was closed for a period of time but his since reopened.
Apr 15, 2026 18:23
Woman due in court over alleged Athlone assault
A woman was subsequently arrested and detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984.
Apr 15, 2026 17:26
Plans lodged to redevelop popular south Leitrim hotel
The former hotel has been closed since 2024 and was most recently used as accommodation for those fleeing the war in Ukraine
Apr 15, 2026 17:13Shannonside Newsletter
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