News - Storm Eowyn
Roscommon Councillor calls for phone line fix after Storm Éowyn
Cllr Leah Cull says there are ongoing issues in the north Roscommon area three months on.
Apr 5, 2025 13:16
Roscommon–Galway TD welcomes new protections for rural ATM access
Independent Ireland's, Michael Fitzmaurice, says the move is long overdue, and recent national events have made it all the more urgent.
Apr 5, 2025 11:40
Forestry minister urged to visit Leitrim to see damage caused by Storm Éowyn
Cllr Gary Prior says that while the meeting was constructive the Minister didn't confirm a date for his visit.
Apr 4, 2025 17:29
Phone companies deserve harsh penalties for long delays in storm repairs -Fitzmaurice
Michael Fitzmaurice says homes throughout the west are still waiting for phone services to return.
Apr 3, 2025 13:39
Forestry Minister offers no firm commitments to Leitrim residents affected by Storm Éowyn
Over 9,000 people in the county lost electricity in January, and forestry was the main cause.
Mar 25, 2025 13:24
Ineligible claims from Northern Ireland causing delays to Storm Éowyn supports
The Humanitarian Assistance Scheme was set up in January following the devastating weather event.
Mar 25, 2025 12:50
Leitrim delegation to grill Forestry Minister over storm damage in meeting today
Over 9,000 homes and businesses lost power in the county, due to January's weather event.
Mar 25, 2025 07:19
Boaters warned of low-hanging wires at Hartley Bridge
A recent inspection confirmed that damage from Storm Éowyn has caused an ESB poll sag over the water, with the power lines now hanging lower than usual.
Mar 16, 2025 14:21
Local conservation group describe anger over Mote Park tree felling
The group has called for a meeting today with ESB representatives before anymore work is carried out.
Mar 14, 2025 08:46
Two elderly blind brothers still without phone line weeks on from Storm Éowyn
93-year-old Seamus and 91-year-old John live together in Elphin.
Mar 13, 2025 17:03
Roscommon Galway TD calls for answers on Storm Eowyn humanitarian payments
He says Minister Dara Calleary must provide immediate clarification on the total number of applications received and the amount of funds approved.
Mar 12, 2025 18:16
Payments amounting to €226,000 given to Roscommon households after Storm Éowyn
A total of 11,999 claims were granted nationwide, while 962 of those were awarded in Co. Roscommon.
Mar 12, 2025 07:54
Leitrim councillor calls on ESB to place strategic plan following storm
Some homes and businesses in the county were left without power for close to 3 weeks after the devastating storm.
Mar 3, 2025 13:30
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.
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