News - Leitrim
Call for date when new Leitrim refuge will open
It is one of nine counties without such a facility, along with local counties Cavan, Longford, Roscommon and Sligo.
Jul 3, 2024 13:36
Sale of electric vehicles plummets in Shannonside region
26 were registered in Leitrim between January and June - compared to 39 in the same period in 2023.
Jul 2, 2024 08:15
Leitrim's Des Guckian on the verge of resigning council seat
He is furious with the new coalition in the council, involving Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael and the other four Independents - James Gilmartin, Eddie Mitchell, Enda Stenson, and Felim Gurn.
Jul 1, 2024 14:01
New Cathaoirleach elected in Carrick on Shannon and Ballinamore
The meeting wasn't without drama as Cllr Des Guckian once again left early following leaving the Leitrim County Council AGM after 10 minutes last week.
Jun 28, 2024 12:25
11 sexual assaults reported in mental health facilities last year
42 incidents of sexual assault in mental health centres were registered last year nationally, making up 44% of all Serious Reportable Incidents last year.
Jun 27, 2024 13:16
Gardaí in Leitrim appeal for information following activity involving a car
They say they have received reports of a suspicious blue BMW car in the Carrick on Shannon, Drumsna and Jamestown areas.
Jun 27, 2024 08:21
Almost 200 vehicles licensed as taxis or hackneys in the region last year
The CSO report provided a breakdown of a variety of vehicle types which were under license in 2023.
Jun 26, 2024 13:28
Over a hundred hectares felled last year across Leitrim and Roscommon
New figures from the CSO show the level of Afforestation, the type of forestry and the land which its located on.
Jun 26, 2024 07:50
Rise in workplace deaths recorded in Shannonside region
The report, which was published yesterday, also shows a slight rise in workplace deaths, from 1.1 per 100,000 in 2022 to 1.6 per 100,000 last year.
Jun 25, 2024 14:03
Average price of a home in Shannonside region keeps rising
The national survey published by Real Estate Alliance shows a 4.5% increase in Co. Roscommon with the average price now standing at €232,500.
Jun 24, 2024 13:16
Man who drowned off Donegal coast identified as Leitrim native
The Coast Guard's 118 Rescue helicopter, based at Strandhill in Sligo, was dispatched to the scene.
Jun 24, 2024 11:46
Paddy O'Rourke elected as new Cathaoirleach of Leitrim County Council
Independent Cllr Des Guckian left the meeting after 10 minutes saying he is concerned about the future of Leitrim County Council.
Jun 21, 2024 16:35
First meeting of local councils to take place following 2024 local election
The region's newly-elected Councillors will make their first appearance in the Chamber this afternoon.
Jun 21, 2024 13:47
Gardaí confirm missing Leitrim girl found safe and well
Emma Bannon was reported missing from the Carrick-on-Shannon area on Tuesday.
Jun 21, 2024 09:14Shannonside Newsletter
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