News - Recycling
Leitrim Council confirms return of clothing recycling banks
It's expected that all 39 locations across the county will have a clothes bank by the end of September.
Sep 16, 2025 13:11
Longford and Leitrim lagging in national e-waste recycling targets
According to the latest Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Ireland report, device consumption is reaching record levels.
Jun 16, 2025 12:09
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
Go ahead for new Ballaghaderreen recycling centre
Permission had been sought for the change of use of the former Cigar factory in the Town.
Feb 28, 2024 14:04
Free electrical waste collection day to take place this week in Leitrim
Anything with a plug, battery or cable can be recycled for free on the day.
Feb 5, 2024 12:22
Households in Leitrim urged to be mindful with e-waste
A total of 3.7 kg of e-waste was recycled per person in Leitrim last year.
Oct 29, 2023 12:09
755 tonnes of electrical waste recycled in Roscommon last year
The figures equate to 10.8 kilos per person.
Jun 23, 2023 17:11
New national recycling scheme unfair to those following the rules says Athlone man
Paul believes that the majority of people are recycling properly, and will now be penalised with the new scheme.
Nov 28, 2022 13:52
Public being encouraged to dispose of their Christmas waste responsibly
There are a number of civic amenity centres open across the region.
Dec 27, 2021 09:38
Longford County Council warn of fines for dumping bottles at bottle banks
Environment Officer Gary Brady says they will be left with no other choice but to issue a fine to those dumping.
Dec 24, 2021 09:23
A Longford company has reduced its carbon footprint by over 60 tonnes yearly
The Longford business has become more environmentally aware with reducing their carbon footprint.
Jul 11, 2021 09:23
Granard recycling facilities moved following local concerns
Locals are highlighting repeated instances of bags of bottles being left in front of empty bottle banks.
Jun 8, 2021 13:44
Residents across the Shannonside region are being urged to dispose of their excess Christmas waste responsibly.
Residents across the Shannonside Northern Sound region are being urged to dispose of their excess Christmas waste responsibly. Most people throughout the region will also
Jan 3, 2021 12:22
Free collections of household furniture to be held in recycling centres around Westmeath in the coming weeks
Westmeath county council is to organise free collections of household bulky furniture at its recycling centres in Athlone and Mullingar in the coming weeks. It
Aug 30, 2020 11:17Shannonside Newsletter
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