News - Cllr Sean McGowan

Leitrim Cllr wants funds from Local Enhancment Programme to be doubled

Earlier this month community organisations in Co. Leitrim received €119,000 in funding under the scheme.

Jul 14, 2026 08:12

It is expected the road won't open until 2031.

Jun 10, 2026 13:09

He succeeds Fine Gael Cllr Maeve Reynolds who has held the position for the last year.

Jun 8, 2026 13:10

The Cathaoirleach of Carrick-on-Shannon Municipal District is a one-year role that includes an allowance of €6,000.

Jun 8, 2026 08:20

This is over persistent high water levels on the River Shannon.

Jan 15, 2026 13:10

Planning permission was granted for a number of measures at the station.

Jan 13, 2026 13:01

The number of drug-driving cases before local district courts has already surged past last year’s level.

Dec 16, 2025 12:54

Dromod councillor Sean McGowan says constituents are complaining about long delays in getting properties registered in their name.

Nov 8, 2025 14:07

The changes are to be in place by March 2027, as part of the Government's Road Safety Strategy.

Oct 16, 2025 13:54

He's seeking an update from the National Transport Authority.

Oct 8, 2025 13:34

Earlier this week, the chair of Irish Rail said the introduction of new fleets of trains will increase capacity across the national networks.

Aug 20, 2025 07:56

The figures are on track to exceed those for last year.

Jul 1, 2025 08:23

The meeting has been rescheduled for next Monday when a new Cathaoirleach will also be elected.

Jun 9, 2025 13:09

A survey of over 600 people, which was presented at todays meeting, showed that 84% would be against a traffic light system being installed.

May 12, 2025 12:59

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