News - water
Locals reminded to prioritise water safety on St Patrick's Day
Water Safety Ireland have issued a warning, as many take to the water on St Patrick's Day.
Mar 15, 2026 12:32
Significant water main replacement works on the way in south Leitrim
Almost 3km of old and damaged water mains replaced with new, modern pipes along the R202 between Ardrum and Fenagh.
Feb 12, 2026 13:42
Uisce Éireann working to repair burst water main in Cloonfad
Water tankers are available at Cloonfad National School until 6pm this evening.
Feb 2, 2026 12:04
Uncertainty Remains Over Replacement of West Roscommon Water Main
The Lowbridge, Granalahan and Cloonfad areas have seen up to fifty bursts over the last number of years, with the latest overnight.
Jan 29, 2026 13:09
Major water upgrade works completed in Strokestown
The project, which began last year, involved replacing 1.3km of ageing water mains along Bawn Street, Church Street, and the Tulsk Road with modern, durable pipes.
Dec 18, 2025 13:20
Local Senator calls for debate on water quality
Senator Daly said farmers are repeatedly blamed for poor water quality despite being willing to meet the new conditions attached to the derogation.
Dec 11, 2025 13:03
Calls for greater investment in south Leitrim water infrastructure
Significant outages have impacted many areas including Cloone, Carrigallen and Aughnasheelin.
Dec 4, 2025 14:00
Castlerea boil water notice lifted
Uisce Éireann issued the notice on October 3rd for the Castlerea Public Water Supply Scheme.
Oct 17, 2025 11:26
Areas of Longford impacted by burst water main
Repairs are expected to be completed by 8pm today.
Oct 7, 2025 17:36
Water supply returning to west Roscommon
It follows repairs carried out at Longford Springs Water Treatment Plant.
Sep 18, 2025 10:38
No resolution in sight for Leitrim water issues
There have been several major water bursts in the Ballinamore area recently - including last Friday morning.
Sep 8, 2025 16:58
Uisce Eireann to be grilled over major water problems in south Leitrim today
The semi-state company is meeting Leitrim County Council later this morning to discuss various issues.
Sep 8, 2025 07:41
Another major water burst in Ballinamore, as supply stops
Uisce Eireann says it regrets the amount of bursts in the area recently.
Sep 5, 2025 09:24
€2m announced for addressing water woes near Ballinamore
Uisce Eireann says almost two miles of watermains will be replaced between Fenagh and Ardrum reservoir.
Aug 29, 2025 13:13Shannonside Newsletter
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