News - Leitrim

Longford and Leitrim rents could increase by over €3,000 a year, under new rent rules

From March, landlords will be able to reset rent to full market levels for any new tenancy.

Feb 10, 2026 08:19

Community defibrillator saves Leitrim man's life

The device was used to revive the man, proving critical in the moments following the incident.

Feb 9, 2026 18:12

Valentine's Day spending reveals strong sales locally

Over half a million euro was spent on flowers alone on February 13th 2025.

Feb 9, 2026 13:47

13 suppliers providing hot school meals in Co. Roscommon

The scheme has been available to all primary schools since September.

Feb 7, 2026 11:23

Plans to fast-track permission for floating gas terminal criticised

County Leitrim led the way to ban fracking in 2017.

Feb 5, 2026 13:30

Longford & Roscommon two poorest counties in terms of disposable income

Nationally, Dublin is at the top of the list with an average disposable income per person of over €33,000 per person with Limerick and Cork making up the top three.

Feb 5, 2026 11:25

Investigation continuing into Mohill theft

The incident occurred on Saturday, January 31st at Baxter's Centra in Mohill shortly before 10pm.

Feb 4, 2026 12:57

25pc decrease in drink/drug-driving checkpoints in Sligo-Leitrim

There were 555 in the third quarter of 2024 - but only 414 in the same period last year, a drop of 25.4 per cent.

Feb 3, 2026 07:39

Man threatens staff members during Mohill robbery

He threatened two staff members, who were uninjured, and robbed a sum of money.

Feb 1, 2026 08:28

Dismay over fossil gas bill

Shannon LNG was denied planning permission in 2023 on the basis of the ban.

Jan 30, 2026 07:17

Housing Supply Pressures Remain Acute in Parts of Shannonside Region

While Ireland's total residential stock rose to just over 2.2 million dwellings by the end of 2025, counties such as Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon continue to see limited new supply, despite rising demand and increasing house prices.

Jan 29, 2026 13:21