News - Leitrim
Local GP says Leitrim ambulance service has 'gone backwards'
One patient in Ballinamore, with severe chest pains, was left waiting for almost two hours for an ambulance.
May 7, 2025 17:45
Leitrim Cllr calls for changes in way vacant property refurbishment grant is administered
Cllr Paddy O'Rourke says the Croí Cónaithe grant, which helps property owners refurbish vacant properties for housing, is tailor made for the county.
May 7, 2025 13:13
Local Gardaí appealing for information following burglary at well-known garage
A number of car parts were taken from Central Motors in Mohill during the course of the burglary.
May 7, 2025 12:37
Irene Guckian Rabbitte elected to replace her father on Leitrim County Council
She was was confirmed as the county's newest councillor at a meeting in Carrigallen this morning.
May 6, 2025 11:25
Calls for Leitrim nursing home to be doubled in size
This motion will be discussed at a Leitrim County Council meeting next Tuesday.
May 2, 2025 08:28
Leitrim Cllr describes figures regarding unfilled homecare hours as shocking
There were 577 home care hours in Co. Leitrim left unfilled at the end of December last year.
May 1, 2025 17:19
Local Senator says people are fearful of planting forestry due to protests
Fine Gael's Paraic Brady is concerned about the drop in afforestation rates.
May 1, 2025 13:12
Des Guckian's daughter Irene to take over his Leitrim council seat
Des has nominated his daughter Irene Guckian Rabbitte to take over - and she will be formally ratified at next Tuesday's council meeting.
May 1, 2025 12:59
Over 3,800 local children on waiting lists for essential therapies
Figures from the HSE show that children continue to languish in lists for psychology, occupational, and speech and language therapy services - some for over a year.
Apr 28, 2025 13:47
Rural development minister calls for public consultation process to be adjusted
That's the view of the Minster for Rural Regeneration and Development, Dara Calleary after a number of public realm works in the region have seen major public push back.
Apr 26, 2025 14:01
Minister officially opens Mohill Public Realm Improvement Scheme
The €3.7 million upgrade of the town includes pedestrian crossings, new road surfaces, lighting and street furniture.
Apr 24, 2025 13:16
Local politicians express sadness following death of Pope Francis
The "People's Pope" appeared just yesterday to crowds of well-wishers at St. Peter's Basilica to give his Easter blessing.
Apr 21, 2025 10:36
Leitrim community will lay teenage crash victim to rest today
Dessie O'Kelly died when the tractor he was a passenger in collided at Aghavilla, Carrigallen, on Tuesday afternoon at around 3 o'clock.
Apr 20, 2025 09:31
Preparations underway for major celebration of Leitrim
A packed programme of events is scheduled, including cultural, heritage, music, and dance events across the county.
Apr 17, 2025 18:11Shannonside Newsletter
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