News - Leitrim
Support given to proposed Ballinamore attraction
An old convent in Aghadark will be turned into a 12-room aparthotel, cafe and restaurant - if planners give it the green light.
May 6, 2026 17:33
Gardaí appeal for information following criminal damage in Co. Leitrim
The incidents occurred in two separate locations in Carrick-on-Shannon.
May 6, 2026 13:21
Leitrim councillor says speeding drivers should face 'Kids Court', where children confront offenders
Paddy O'Rourke is calling on Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan to introduce the system.
May 6, 2026 09:34
Concern over homecare quality in Leitrim
That's according to Fianna Fáil councillor Gary Prior, who was speaking at a Leitrim County Council meeting today.
May 5, 2026 17:34
Warnings issued over phone use on tractors
Inspections are to be carried out in some parts of the country, with the aim of checking for phone use.
May 5, 2026 13:37
Local men's sheds awarded over €40,000 in funding
A total of 19 sheds will benefit from the funding.
May 5, 2026 07:35
Leitrim councillors calling for USC to be abolished next year
Independent Councillors James Gilmartin and Irene Guckian Rabbitte are bringing motion's on the issue to next weeks Leitrim County Council meeting.
May 2, 2026 14:34
Leitrim playing host to its own camino this morning
Organisers are hoping to make the camino an annual event and everyone is welcome on the day.
May 2, 2026 09:30
Annual Leitrim Ploughing Championships kick off in Carrigallen today
It follows the postponement of the event on Easter Saturday due to poor weather.
May 2, 2026 08:42
Local hot meal provider calls for extra government supports
It's due to a rise in the cost of fuel and food in the past twelve months.
May 1, 2026 17:24
Over 650 local applications approved under Help-to-Buy scheme since 2020
It assists first-time purchasers in buying a new property, or one which has been recently converted into a dwelling and not previously lived in.
May 1, 2026 14:11
Concerns raised locally about qualification of private home care workers
Councillor Gary Prior is raising a motion at next week's county council meeting to increase checks on staff hired by private home care services.
May 1, 2026 14:08
Gardai appeal for help to track down Leitrim burglars after Newtowngore break-in
Gardai say a dark-coloured BMW estate was involved and the occupants were offering power-washing services.
Apr 30, 2026 08:24Shannonside Newsletter
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