News - Leitrim
Local TD says poor infrastructure hampering development in the north-west
Over-reliance on a small number of water treatment plants as well as overcrowding at Sligo University Hospital were among some of the issues raised.
Apr 17, 2026 17:20
Sinn Féin TD says government has failed to address domestic violence locally
Recent figures show there are no domestic violence refuge units in counties Leitrim, Laois, Cavan and Monaghan.
Apr 17, 2026 17:19
'It's time for Micheál Martin to step down' - Leitrim Fianna Fáil councillor
Cllr Gary Prior was speaking following the no confidence vote in the Government earlier this week.
Apr 16, 2026 17:35
Increase in termination notices issued by landlords to tenants locally
Among those include a young mother and other families in county Leitrim who are being forced to leave their existing dwelling.
Apr 16, 2026 13:13
Exhumation of Leitrim man's body may lead to useful information - top forensic scientist
87-year-old Liam Farrell died in suspicious circumstances in Rooskey in January 2020.
Apr 16, 2026 13:04
Plans lodged to redevelop popular south Leitrim hotel
The former hotel has been closed since 2024 and was most recently used as accommodation for those fleeing the war in Ukraine
Apr 15, 2026 17:13
Special class on the way for county Leitrim school
It's one of the 45 new special classes announced by the Department of Education, of which five will be inclusive special classes.
Apr 15, 2026 16:51
New report highlights Leitrim's GP shortage
New analysis by the Irish College of GPs has been published.
Apr 15, 2026 13:36
Dáil hears impact of lack of water supply in Leitrim
Sinn Féin TD Martin Kenny says the South Leitrim Water Scheme serves two thirds of the county's population.
Apr 15, 2026 13:33
Hopes new forestry minister will address local issues
Michael Healy-Rae's departure announcement yesterday means a fourth minister for forestry will be appointed in six years.
Apr 15, 2026 13:32
Condition of roads impacting local learners
Cllr Paddy Farrell raised the matter at this month's meeting of the local MD.
Apr 14, 2026 13:15
PODCAST: Cold case chief says Liam Farrell's death could be upgraded after exhumation
The Leitrim man's body was exhumed this morning - six years after he died.
Apr 10, 2026 13:57
Leitrim farmer on O'Connell street says support for protest is strong
Government will be meeting with official haulier, farming and forestry representative bodies later today, but despite claims last night its understood they won't be talking to protesters.
Apr 10, 2026 11:13
Appeal for information reissued over case of Liam Farrell
The 87-year-old was found dead at the back of his house in Rooskey in January 2020 in a bloodied and bruised state.
Apr 10, 2026 11:10Shannonside Newsletter
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