News - waterways

Lough Ree lifeboat crew urges public to take care this weekend

Lakes and other amenities are expected to see a surge in visitor numbers over the Bank Holiday.

May 29, 2026 17:43

Local representatives are urging Leitrim County Council to take swift action to prevent damage to homes and farmland.

Oct 15, 2025 13:24

The water facilities are now fully open to the public, with general repairs set to be complete by the end of this month.

Apr 7, 2025 11:06

The new measures include a €200 annual registration fee, which the organisation states will bring uniformity to their navigations

Jan 30, 2024 17:12

The initial consultation period has been extended to the 27th of October, having originally been due to close on the 2nd of October.

Oct 9, 2023 17:22

The by-laws would include the reduction of mooring times, removal of winter mooring and a tax on businesses operating on the Shannon.

Oct 6, 2023 13:16

The first public consultation meeting will take place in the Bush Hotel in Carrick on Shannon next Monday.

Jun 21, 2023 13:38

The economic return per visitor is about 27 euro, which amounts to over 17 million in total.

Apr 7, 2022 11:12

The Ambassador discussed tourism in the Shannonside region on a recent visit to Longford and Leitrim.

Sep 27, 2021 16:47

People have been seen jumping off the bridge in Ballyleague/Lanesboro as well this week

Jul 23, 2021 15:15

People are being advised to only bathe in designated areas in the county

Jul 21, 2021 07:41

The new species is apparently far more aggressive that the others.

Jul 15, 2021 13:42

Despite rapid emergency vet treatment, Rooney the 13-week old labrador died following exposure to the algae.

Jun 14, 2021 13:51

Apr 3, 2021 13:52

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