News - Waterways Ireland
Forensic examination under way into Carrick fire
Gardai, Waterways Ireland, Leitrim County Council, and fire personnel were still on scene this morning.
Nov 5, 2025 12:27
Councillor welcomes progress on proposed works at Drumshanbo walkway
Cllr Enda McGloin had sought an update on the works at a recent meeting of Ballinamore Municipal District.
Oct 5, 2025 09:36
Lough Key jetties reopen following Storm Eowyn repair works
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
Waterways Ireland issues warning over low water levels on local rivers
Due to low seasonal rainfall, the River Shannon and the River Erne are lower than usual for this time of the year.
Apr 1, 2025 17:48
Boaters warned of low-hanging wires at Hartley Bridge
A recent inspection confirmed that damage from Storm Éowyn has caused an ESB poll sag over the water, with the power lines now hanging lower than usual.
Mar 16, 2025 14:21
Power fault affecting boating facilities at Coosan Point near Athlone
It has advised users of the Shannon Navigation that a service block in the area is currently out of order.
Jul 17, 2024 13:30
Cruiser traffic on Shannon in Leitrim has halved this year, claims Carrick cathaoirleach
Paddy Farrell wants the government to take action.
Jul 3, 2024 08:30
Tarmonbarry lifting bridge to remain closed until end of month
An alternative route is available via the loughs along the Camlin river until maintenance is due to be complete on Monday the 29th of April.
Apr 21, 2024 08:52
Local bridges closed for structural inspections
Waterways Ireland says it regrets any inconvenience that this may cause and thanks its customers for their co-operation in relation to the matter.
Feb 8, 2024 14:06
Maintenance works at Boyle harbour to commence on Monday
The closure is set to be in place until Friday the 23rd of February.
Feb 3, 2024 14:33
New boating bylaws will ensure fair access to Irish water ways says management body
The new measures include a €200 annual registration fee, which the organisation states will bring uniformity to their navigations
Jan 30, 2024 17:12
Local waterways group to appear before an Oireachtas Committee today
The Shannon Lakes and Rivers group have been invited to the Joint Committee on Housing, Local Government and Heritage in Leinster House today along with Waterways Ireland to discuss the controversial byelaws.
Jan 30, 2024 07:44
Local bridge and lock closed for inspection works
Waterways Ireland says it regrets any inconvenience that this may cause and thanks customers for their co-operation.
Nov 22, 2023 08:57
Waterways Ireland advise public of disruptions on Royal Canal
The lifting bridge at the Downs, near Mullingar was damaged following vandalism last month.
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