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Leitrim people face six-month wait for driving test - Kenny
Sinn Fein TD Martin Kenny says the backlog is the longest it has ever been.
Feb 27, 2025 12:56
Higher planning authority approves new housing development in Athlone
A Natura Impact Statement was also submitted with the application and has been approved by the higher planning authority.
Feb 27, 2025 12:11
Longford TD 'honoured' to take on new role as chairperson of Fine Gael
The first-time TD was only elected to the Dáil last November after four and a half years as a senator.
Feb 27, 2025 10:50
Council raise concerns about planned extension of Ballaghaderreen refugee centre
The Abbeyfield Hotel on the Sligo Road in Ballaghaderreen has been an emergency reception and orientation centre for refugees for the past eight years.
Feb 27, 2025 07:32
PODCAST: Further progress on €20m sports complex in Carrick
Feb 27, 2025 00:19
Longford man Micheál Carrigy elected chairperson of Fine Gael parliamentary party
He was elected by Fine Gael parliamentary party members at their AGM meeting held tonight in Leinster House.
Feb 26, 2025 22:41
Over 500 students to take part at STEMtacular Science Fair in Ballinamore
The event will feature exhibitors from across various sectors and is open to the public from 12 noon.
Feb 26, 2025 18:08
Leitrim councillor wants review into Storm Éowyn response
Some homes and businesses in the county were without power for close to three weeks following the devastating storm.
Feb 26, 2025 16:49
Dementia information event to take place in Mohill this week
An information event will take place in Mohill Library tomorrow evening to discuss how the community can be more supportive of those with the illness.
Feb 26, 2025 14:05
IDA criticised for only carrying out one visit to Co. Leitrim last year
The purpose of these visits is to try to bring more foreign-direct investment to an area.
Feb 26, 2025 14:01
New plans lodged for much-needed rental accommodation in Boyle
They'd be located on the upper two storeys of Boles of Boyle, which is set for refurbishment.
Feb 26, 2025 13:49
Design of sports complex in Carrick to go to tender in next 10 days
It will include an athletics track, an AstroTurf pitch, and a standard grass pitch on the Castlecara Road.
Feb 26, 2025 13:46
Carrick on Shannon Gardaí issue warning regarding scam email
Gardaí are advising the public not to engage with these emails and report any suspicious activity to local Gardaí.
Feb 26, 2025 10:48
Seanad hears calls for more Garda resources in Ballaghaderreen
Fine Gael senator Gareth Scahill says the wider region had a serious problem with rural crime six months ago.
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