News - Leitrim
Herbicide ingredient found in south Leitrim water supply
The pesticide doesn't pose a risk to public health
Jul 2, 2021 12:26
Locals fear new Leitrim Local Link service may leave vulnerable passengers trapped at home
While locals are welcoming the expansion, they are afraid the fixed routes of the service will leave many people unable to avail of the service.
Jul 1, 2021 13:06
85% of septic tanks in Roscommon failed EPA inspection last year
Just under 50 inspections took place last year across Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon
Jun 30, 2021 07:31
Leitrim residents raise concerns over new local link transport expansion
Previous versions of the service are claimed to have taken a more relaxed approach to stops, with many elderly passengers dropped off route close to home.
Jun 29, 2021 13:27
Over 130 local women accessed pregnancy termination services last year
The numbers recorded for 2020 are slightly down on figures for 2019
Jun 29, 2021 12:49
Jobs club services in Leitirm and Roscommon may be impacted by new tenders
The Regional Employment Service (RES) model has been introduced as part of a Request for Tender launched by the government and while just four services will initially be affected it's likely to be broadened to take in many more as it's rolled out fully
Jun 28, 2021 17:39
Leitrim's new cathaoirleach promises to tackle planning permission issues
Planning restrictions have stopped people from moving to Leitrim.
Jun 28, 2021 13:28
New Leitrim Council Chair urges public to stick with Covid restrictions a little longer
The Ballinamore district councillor says Covid has changed the way we all do business.
Jun 25, 2021 17:35
Roscommon records third-highest Covid rate in last fortnight
The county's incidence rate has been creeping up during June
Jun 25, 2021 12:42
Leitrim food business owner worried over staff retention due to possible Delta variant delays
Some staff were hitting 28,000 steps during their working day due to outdoor dining
Jun 24, 2021 13:36
Carrick on Shannon restaurant owner says possible re-opening delay very worrying
The Taoiseach, Tánaiste and Health Minister have all indicated that it's too soon at this stage to provide clarity
Jun 23, 2021 16:56
Hopes Leitrim broadband roll out to significantly increase this year
Works to connect homes and businesses in the county are currently behind schedule.
Jun 23, 2021 13:27
Man pleads guilty to attack on Leitrim LGBTQ activist
The Leitrim woman suffered a serious head injury in the incident
Jun 23, 2021 12:17
Councillors believe Leitrim firms should have benefitted from extra Local Link routes
The routes are being expanded from two to six
Jun 21, 2021 17:45Shannonside Newsletter
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