News - Leitrim
Local motorists arrested for drug driving
The RSA and customs also detected a number of offences.
Mar 5, 2026 13:39
Local consumers feeling the pinch at the pumps
Increases of up to 16 cent per litre for motor fuel have been reported following the outbreak of war in Iran.
Mar 4, 2026 17:53
'Unacceptable delays' impact local cancer patients
Hundreds of patients in the region are waiting beyond recommended timeframes for a colonoscopy and radiation therapy.
Mar 4, 2026 17:51
Appeal issued over Carrick assault
The victim, a man aged in his 60s did not require hospital treatment at the time.
Mar 4, 2026 17:50
Local residents warned of scam
People are being asked not return any unfamiliar calls or use any QR codes.
Mar 4, 2026 17:41
Calls for reform to habitual residence condition
One such incidence sees a woman who lives in county Fermanagh look after a family member in county Leitrim.
Mar 4, 2026 13:17
Compromise agreed over church reposing
In recent days, the Bishop met with a local delegation.
Mar 4, 2026 13:11
Increase in learner drivers receiving penalty points
It's an increase of 8 per cent from 2024, when 135 drivers were punished.
Mar 3, 2026 13:02
Local customers set for further fuel price surge
The increase follows warnings that petrol, diesel, electricity and home-heating oil could surge further in the wake of US and Israeli attacks on Iran.
Mar 3, 2026 12:58
Concerns raised regarding a lack of emergency mental health services locally
Sinn Féin's Roisin Kenny is bringing forward a motion to today's council meeting on the issue.
Mar 2, 2026 08:14
New digital storymap of Mohill to be launched later this month
'Mohill Mo Scéal' brings heritage trails into the 21st century with a easy-to-use guided walk around the town.
Mar 1, 2026 08:54
Claims there's a home care crisis in Leitrim
Cllr Gary Prior is bringing forward a motion to next week's council meeting, calling for the Health Minister to meet with local representatives on the issue.
Feb 27, 2026 13:22
Over 500 local drivers slapped with penalty points for mobile-phone offence
More than 3,000 drivers got points for speeding, according to figures from the Department of Transport.
Feb 26, 2026 13:27
Almost one in six commercial buildings in Leitrim are vacant
Leitrim sees the highest figure locally at 18.1 per cent, marginally higher than Roscommon's 17. 8 per cent.
Feb 26, 2026 07:19Shannonside Newsletter
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