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Councillor 'confident' state will provide funding to businesses affected by Longford fire
13 businesses are closed and over 60 people are out of work after last Sunday's blaze in Grafton Court.
Aug 3, 2024 13:11
Met Éireann issues status yellow rain warning for Leitrim
Heavy rain and strong and gusty southerly winds are expected especially in exposed areas.
Aug 3, 2024 12:42
Great turnout expected at O'Carolan Harp Festival over bank holiday weekend
There are a number of events planned throughout the Bank Holiday Weekend in the picturesque surrounds of Keadue.
Aug 3, 2024 11:25
Former coach says Longford Olympian is a role model for local community
The double Olympian hasn't forgotten his roots and now works as a brand ambassador with Coral Leisure.
Aug 3, 2024 08:44
Riots break out in the UK following fatal Southport stabbing
Eight people were arrested during the riots - said to be linked to the fatal stabbing of three little girls in Southport on Monday.
Aug 3, 2024 08:18
Leitrim gets over €1 million in community funding
Organisations that are set to benefit from the announcement in Leitrim are the Ballinamore Area Community Council, Carrick-on-Shannon Tennis Club, Carrigallen GAA and Healthy Club and Allen Gaels GAA Club in Drumshanbo.
Aug 2, 2024 17:22
No affordable house built in Leitrim under this government - Kenny
Martin Kenny believes there needs to be an affordable housing sector run by the state.
Aug 2, 2024 17:09
Leitrim covered in posters and flags as ladies' footballers go for All-Ireland glory
Leitrim are going for their first title in 17 years and only their third in history - but Tyrone are the strong favourites.
Aug 2, 2024 13:39
Mixed weather outlook in the region ahead of bank holiday weekend
Local attractions are expected to be busy over the weekend, like Lough Key Forest Park in Boyle, and several agricultural shows are taking place.
Aug 2, 2024 13:29
Close to 20,000 people to pass through Knock Airport this weekend
Passengers are advised to arrive at least 90 minutes before their flight is due to depart.
Aug 2, 2024 13:21
John Perry set to contest Fine Gael convention in Sligo-Leitrim
The Ballymote man was first elected to the Dáil in 1997 and served as a TD for 19 years in a row.
Aug 2, 2024 13:17
Meeting hears of shortage of residential care facilities for people with disabilities in Leitrim
It's after a meeting was held in the Bush Hotel in Carrick-on-Shannon on Wednesday about the dire shortage of residential care facilities.
Aug 2, 2024 13:08
Over €1.8 million announced for projects in the Shannonside region
Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys announced today that €16.5 million worth of funding is to be delivered to 185 community projects across the country.
Aug 2, 2024 13:03
Local TD says new back to school survey is worrying
The 2024 Back to School survey from Barnardo's shows the average price of a secondary school uniform is 211 euro, for primary its 119.
Aug 2, 2024 07:24Shannonside Newsletter
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