News - Carrick-on-Shannon
Local TD urges government to support local Sub Aqua groups
Speaking in the Dail recently, Deputy Naughten confirmed that while maintenance grants are available for mountain, cave and sea rescue services, nothing is provided for diving groups.
Jan 25, 2023 13:45
Driving test pass rate across Shannonside region above national average
Carrick-On-Shannon had the highest pass rate last year at 60.8%.
Jan 23, 2023 13:21
Leitrim Pride welcomes LGBT Ireland rural expansion plan
Events coordinator at Leitrim Pride, Isolde Carmody, says expansion of pride events into more towns across the county would be of great benefit to people.
Jan 18, 2023 13:11
Icy conditions force closure of Carrick-on-Shannon boardwalks
In the interest of public safety the boardwalks will reman closed for the duration of the current cold snap
Jan 17, 2023 11:12
Over 114 sites in Leitrim treated for invasive plants in last four years
Japanese Knotweed, Rhododendron, and Himalayan balsam are just three invasive species of plant in Ireland that can require specialist care in their removal to prevent further spread.
Jan 16, 2023 17:42
Man's body recovered from water at Carrick-on-Shannon
Sub-aqua clubs from across a wide area had been making searches of the river for the past few weeks
Jan 15, 2023 16:54
Walk-in flu vaccinations available for children this weekend
Available today from one to half four in Carrick on Shannon.
Jan 14, 2023 08:49
Long waiting lists at majority of local NCT centres
Many people who are due to have their vehicles tested in the coming weeks are finding it almost impossible to get an appointment at their local NCT centre
Jan 10, 2023 13:55
Upgrades needed at Leitrim water plant says local Councillor
The meeting heard the plant water usage increased by 20 per cent during the cold spell.
Jan 10, 2023 09:10
Carrick on Shannon and Castlerea NCT centres with pass rates below 50%
According to Independent.ie, Carrick on Shannon and Castlerea both had some of the worst pass rates nationally.
Jan 9, 2023 13:21
Leitrim councillor calls on RSA to employ more staff to address test backlog
Councillor Brendan Barry claims anyone looking for a test in the Carrick on Shannon area will have to wait until May.
Dec 23, 2022 13:39
Over two million euro allocated to Shannonside region under Town and Village Renewal Scheme
A total of €27 million was announced nationally under scheme which aims to combat dereliction and breathe new life into rural towns and villages.
Dec 14, 2022 13:29
Farm families and public encouraged to attend special IFA meeting in Carrick-On-Shannon
The event takes place at 8pm in the Bush Hotel and Mary McGovern who's Chair of Leitrim IFA's Farm Families Committee says it will beneficial for the public to be informed on rural crime prevention and the nursing home fair deal scheme
Dec 5, 2022 17:50
Funding for MBNA site presents great opportunities for Carrick - Chamber President
Leitrim County Council secured funding under the rural regeneration development fund.
Nov 11, 2022 13:25Shannonside Newsletter
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