News - Leitrim
Sharp increase in number of children referred to autism support workers in Sligo/Leitrim
The initiative was introduced by the Home Youth Liaison Service in 2024.
Apr 29, 2026 13:25
Up to nine refugee centres in Leitrim could close, under government plans
It's after the government announced it's to begin withdrawing state accommodation from Ukrainians.
Apr 29, 2026 10:27
Lack of running tracks across region highlighted in the Seanad
They are the only counties in Ireland that don't have a track for local athletes to train on.
Apr 25, 2026 12:53
Over 110 local adults living in emergency accommodation in March
The figure was revealed in the Department of Housing's monthly report.
Apr 24, 2026 17:55
Temperatures set to remain high across Shannonside region
Counties Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon have each seen a soar in recent days.
Apr 24, 2026 17:40
CSO report highlights remote living
The Central Statistics Office's report examines social and economic characteristics of life in Ireland across urban and rural areas.
Apr 23, 2026 13:08
Local farmers facing impacts of fuel crisis
Earlier this month, a package of measures on fuel costs and to support the transport and farming sectors was announced.
Apr 23, 2026 13:07
Blow for Carrick as store enters liquidation
The company, which opened its first store in 2009, made the announcement in an Instagram post yesterday.
Apr 23, 2026 13:00
Over 300 attend reinterment of Liam Farrell
A guard of honour was formed at Bornacoola this morning as a mark of respect and support for the family.
Apr 23, 2026 12:56
Planning granted for new community and tourism hub in Leitrim village
Leitrim Village Development Committee lodged the plans with county planners last December.
Apr 23, 2026 07:22
Calls for forestry companies to help fund repair of roads in south Leitrim
It's felt the damage has been caused by heavy haulage vehicles carrying out forestry work locally.
Apr 22, 2026 17:13
Local counties see population decline since 1926
The National Archives have released the 1926 Census of Population records, which show that Ireland's population was 2.97 million that year.
Apr 21, 2026 13:19
Drop in burglaries reported locally
New figures show major reductions in both the Roscommon/Longford and Sligo-Leitrim Garda divisions.
Apr 21, 2026 13:14
Report finds low dumping spend in Leitrim
A study has been published by Irish Country Living.
Apr 21, 2026 13:12Shannonside Newsletter
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