News - Leitrim

Business owners affected by power outages urged to liaise with local authorities

It comes as thousands in the region are still impacted by the lack of electricity and water caused by Storm Éowyn.

Jan 31, 2025 14:17

Large parts of the county remains without power due to the damage caused by Storm Éowyn.

Jan 31, 2025 13:58

It's not the first time the single mother has had to endure a blackout, with one affecting her home just before Christmas.

Jan 31, 2025 13:37

Leitrim councillor Enda McGloin raised the issue at last week's meeting of concerned citizens in Ballinamore.

Jan 30, 2025 14:42

The ESB says it has restored electricity to 660-thousand homes since Storm Éowyn but the west and northwest remains badly affected.

Jan 30, 2025 08:46

Councillor Maeve Reynolds believes that the ESB are having to spend too much time clearing trees and should be helped by the Defence Forces.

Jan 29, 2025 17:32

Meanwhile, An Post says a number of local post offices are back open following Storm Éowyn.

Jan 29, 2025 09:18

The utility said a small amount of sediment had entered its tanker and apologised to customers.

Jan 28, 2025 15:52

The ESB says it's likely some people will remain without electricity until next week:

Jan 27, 2025 13:18

Urban areas are expected to see their water supply return fully by this evening.

Jan 27, 2025 09:17

Power has been restored to a number of water treatment plants in the region, with generators installed at sites that still do not have power.

Jan 27, 2025 08:33

Leitrim Public Participation Network are hosting the special meeting at The Den on the Swanlinbar Road in Ballinamore.

Jan 23, 2025 15:37

The long-serving councillor is running for the Seanad on the agricultural panel.

Jan 23, 2025 13:20

The official launch took place at the Arigna Mining Experience in Co. Roscommon yesterday.

Jan 22, 2025 13:34

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