News - Leitrim

Longford senator welcomes increase in funding allocated to vacant social homes

Over €1.2 million has been earmarked across Leitrim, Longford, and Roscommon.

Mar 10, 2026 18:02

It comes into effect at midnight and will remain in place until 6pm that evening.

Mar 10, 2026 16:47

The proposed works will consist of junction tightening in six key areas around the Co Leitrim town.

Mar 10, 2026 13:45

The changes will be brought in by the summer.

Mar 10, 2026 13:12

The total allocation for the Shannonside region represents a 28% increase compared with last year's funding.

Mar 10, 2026 13:08

Minister of State and Sligo-Leitrim TD Marian Harkin is encouraging the public to apply for the fund.

Mar 9, 2026 17:43

Longford Agricultural Show was held for the first time in 1902 and has evolved into a family and musical event attended by thousands every year.

Mar 9, 2026 13:40

Nationally, 7,290 people were given opioid substitution treatment, under the medical card scheme, last year - up 96 from the previous year.

Mar 9, 2026 12:55

The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne, announced the allocations this morning.

Mar 9, 2026 11:00

Fine Gael councillor Enda McGloin, from Drumshanbo, says it's a disappointing statistic.

Mar 9, 2026 09:53

The announcement was made under the additional school accommodation scheme.

Mar 6, 2026 13:52

Waiting lists for home care support in parts of the Shannonside region are the highest in the country.

Mar 6, 2026 13:41

Mr Farrell's bruised and bloodied body was found outside his home in the village of Rooskey, Co Leitrim in January 2020.

Mar 6, 2026 13:38

Mr Farrell was discovered outside his house in Rooskey in 2020 and an initial examination concluded that he died from natural causes.

Mar 5, 2026 18:06

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