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Leitrim has highest number of vacant homes in Ireland
Leitrim's total of 11.5 per cent was the highest in the country.
Jul 22, 2026 07:22
Local Cllr encouraged by Health Minister's Longford visit
Jennifer Carroll MacNeill gave no commitment to increased services in Longford earlier today.
Jul 21, 2026 17:32
County Leitrim GAA club lodge plan to enhance facilities
A decision is expected to be made by planners by September 2nd.
Jul 21, 2026 17:21
Local residents furthest away from healthcare settings
Dublin is the closest to GPs, pharmacies, emergency departments and maternity departments.
Jul 21, 2026 17:15
Retirements announced for local priests
The appointments include the retirement of five parish priests following many years of dedicated ministry.
Jul 21, 2026 17:11
Lidl say they "remain committed" to opening a new store in Monksland
Roscommon County Council turned down plans for a new supermarket in South Roscommon last Friday.
Jul 21, 2026 16:25
Further reaction to 'enforcement operation' carried out on a Co. Roscommon farm
Dozens of cows were destroyed by Department officials following animal welfare concerns at the farm.
Jul 21, 2026 13:25
Fr John Gannon to become parish priest of Boyle next month
He currently holds the same role in Tulsk and will take over in Boyle on August 15th.
Jul 21, 2026 13:21
Health Minister says she want to develop more community healthcare services
Jennifer Carroll MacNeill was in Longford today, where she visited a number of local facilities.
Jul 21, 2026 13:17
Councillors express disappointment after plans for Lidl in South Roscommon rejected
Roscommon County Council says a new store in Monksland would have been too car-dependent for shoppers.
Jul 21, 2026 13:01
Gardaí issue appeal over suspected arson attack in Co. Longford
The alleged incident happened shortly after midnight on Sunday in the Devine Crescent area of Edgeworthstown.
Jul 21, 2026 12:54
Almost 300 local children with disabilities overdue needs assessments
An 'assessment of need' allows a child to be diagnosed with a disability, such as autism, so they can access the care they need.
Jul 21, 2026 12:51
Lidl in Monksland would be too car-dependent, says council, as it rejects plans
The council says it wants to prioritise walkers and alternatives to car-use, under new active-travel plans.
Jul 21, 2026 10:58
A fifth of local prisoners reoffend within a year
In 2023, 43 prisoners were released across Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon.
Jul 21, 2026 07:42Shannonside Newsletter
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