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Sold-out eco-art workshop inspired by Sliabh an Iarainn Artists and nature lovers in Leitrim are set for a unique creative experience this week as internationally acclaimed artists
Martin Kenny TD (Sinn Féin, Sligo-Leitrim) contributed to the question on “Common Agricultural Policy”.
Asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he will provide an update on negotiations in relation to the Common Agricultural Policy, CAP, budget and the proposal to
Leitrim County Council were urged to remove a section of hedge along the R201 road Leitrim County Council were urged to remove a section of hedge along the R201 road at this week's
'Carrick-on-Shannon and the wider Leitrim region deserve access to world-class financial planning, and that is exactly what this partnership will deliver' - CEO Wealthwise, an awar
Screening will be followed by a live Q&A with comedian Alaa Shehada and director Alaa Aliabdallah A powerful new documentary exploring life, identity and humour in Palestine is set
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Planning applications, decisions and objections.
Hugh Murray is planning to convert a former convent building on Convent Road in Ballinamore into a 12-room aparthotel with a ground-floor café and restaurant. The project includes a new lift, kitchen extension, glass porch, covered outdoor seating, and a link corridor to existing outbuildings, plus on-site car parking.
Elizabeth Johnson is seeking permission to keep changes that were made to a property on Lords Avenue in Mohill. The alterations relate to the building's layout, how it looks from the outside, and site works—all changes to plans that were originally approved back under a previous permission. The council is still reviewi
Clifford Richardson Jetwash International has been given the go-ahead to significantly expand its operations at Clooncorick near Carrigallen. The company plans to build a new 1,800 sq.m store and workshop, add a 372 sq.m extension to its existing building, and construct a 525 sq.m open-fronted storage shed. Permission
Siobhan Thomas Mc Partlan wants to extend her home in Drumkeerin with a storey-and-a-half addition on the south side, linked to the main house. She's also planning a new garage and some alterations to the existing building's exterior.
Phoebe Dick and Hedda Dick want to turn the licensed bar at The Central on Manorhamilton's Main Street into an unlicensed café and social space, with a commercial kitchen added to the storage area. They're also moving a window and door on the building's side and removing a rear porch.
Laura Patton has been given the go-ahead to restore and complete work on her home at 17 Castle Street in Manorhamilton, along with adding a rear extension. The building is a protected structure, so the work will need to follow conservation requirements.
Dáil contributions and parliamentary questions from your TDs.
Marian Harkin TD (Independent, Sligo-Leitrim) contributed to the question on “Veterinary Services”.
Asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science the plans in place to address the accommodation difficulties at ATU Sligo; to provide an updat
Martin Kenny TD (Sinn Féin, Sligo-Leitrim) contributed to the motion on “Cost of Living Mini-Budget: Motion [Private Members]”.
Marian Harkin TD (Independent, Sligo-Leitrim) contributed to the debate on “Criminal Law (Adult Safeguarding) Bill 2026: First Stage”.
Martin Kenny TD (Sinn Féin, Sligo-Leitrim) contributed to the debate on “Impact of Greenways, Railways and Roadways on Agriculture: Discussion”.
Martin Kenny TD (Sinn Féin, Sligo-Leitrim) contributed to the debate on “BVD Eradication Programme: Discussion”.
Garda appeals, incidents and crime news.
Gardaí in Leitrim have issued advice after reports of bogus callers linked to a burglary in Newtowngore, urging residents not to engage and to report suspicious activity. Leitrim G
Gardaí are appealing for information after a burglary in Newtowngore involving a dark BMW estate and suspects offering power washing services. Gardaí are seeking information in rel
Gardaí have issued a warning in South Leitrim after reports of a dark estate car with two men offering power washing services and leaving area when challenged. Gardaí are asking pe
Fixtures, results and club news.
Big Alley Season Begins in Style as Annaduff’s Maxim Gilmartin Lands National Title Annaduff’s Maxim Gilmartin carried his outstanding 2026 form from the 4020 court into the 6030 “
The Senior Hurlers will play Cavan in the final round of the Lory Meagher Cup this Saturday, at home. Lory Meagher Cup – Rd 5 | Leitrim Cavan | Sat, 16 – May 2pm | Heartland Credit
Tailteann Cup: Depending on result agqainst Down, Leitrim either away to Offaly or home to Carlow They might not have played their first round game yet but Leitrim footballers know
LORY MEAGHER CUP: LEITRIM 1-18 WARWICKSHIRE 2-12 Leitrim hurlers are Croke Park bound after the Green & Gold booked their place in the Lory Meagher Cup Final thanks to a hard fough
Our Senior footballers travel to Down to get their Tailteann Cup campaign underway. Tailteann Cup – Rd 1 | Leitrim Down | Sat, 16 – May, 6.00pm | Páirc Esler, Newry | Advance ticke
Team Announcement The Leitrim Senior Hurling panel has been named by manager Mike Wall for round 4 of the Lory Meagher Cup Best of luck to the team, Mike & his management team. Lor
Parish bulletins, fundraising, festivals.
Leitrim artists Karen Comerton, Rachel Webb and Catherine Gray are among the contributors donating anonymous artworks to the Incognito 2026 fundraiser. It’s been revealed that a nu
Rowland O'Callaghan, chair of the Ballinamore Leo Casey Historical Society, warns that Archie Bridge—one of 86 historic storm bridges in Ireland built between 1815-1817 as part of
Western Forestry Co-op is hosting the inaugural Woodland Festival 2019 at Killgarriff State Forest in County Leitrim on Sunday, August 25th from 12-6pm. The event celebrates forest
Sinn Féin councillor Roisin Kenny, representing the Ballon & Moore Municipal District in Leitrim, discusses her involvement with the Corn Mill Theatre's amateur drama group, which
Western Forestry Co-op is hosting the inaugural Woodland Festival 2019 at Kilgarriff State Forest in County Leitrim on Sunday, August 25th from 12-6pm. The event will feature live
Father Frankie Murray, parish priest of Drumshamble, is discussing an 800th anniversary celebration for St. Francis at the Poor Clare Convent. The convent is reviving devotion to t
HSE, hospital, GP and ambulance services.
Students matching vape colours to debs outfits highlights youth appeal concerns, Martin Kenny TD said, as Ireland moves to tighten restrictions on the appeal and accessibility of n
Aemann McPartland, founder of FND Ireland from Manorhamilton, and 16-year-old Molly from Kiltum discuss living with functional neurological disorder (FND), a condition affecting ho
Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) Awareness Month is being marked with interviews from two local people affected by the condition. Aemann McPartland, founder and chairman of F
Openings, closures and recruitment.
Rowland O'Callaghan highlights Ballinamore's untapped tourism potential, citing its location between the Royal Canal and Inny River, proximity to six golf courses, woodland walks a
A Leitrim-based business owner has established 'Hilly and Gold Willow', a basket-making and nature-based crafts enterprise that grew from a recreational hobby. The business teaches
An Italian native who came to Ireland on an Erasmus exchange 16 years ago has launched a specialized language services business in Leitrim, offering translation, interpretation, tr
A Leitrim-based entrepreneur has successfully built a sustainable basket-making and nature-based crafts business called 'Hilly and Gold Willow' after nearly two decades in manageme
An Irish emigrant returned from Australia with a vision to bring café culture home, opening Morning Glory Café in Carrick-on-Shannon two and a half years ago. Initially skeptical l
Morning Glory Café in Carrick-on-Shannon was nominated and won the Connock Twitter Best Newcomer Award in 2023. The owner was surprised to win, attending the awards ceremony in Wes
Closures, disruption and road works.
Motorists in Manorhamilton are advised to pull up to the stop line to trigger sensors, as Council confirms traffic lights are working correctly following recent complaints. People
Leitrim County Council confirms no linemarking will be done on busy local road despite safety concerns, with signage options to be investigated. Linemarking will not be carried out
Homecomings, anniversaries, weddings, retirements — the lighter local-radio chatter. More once the radio-share sync resumes.
Hedge causing “extremely dangerous” situation – meeting told
Death notice: Cynthia McWeeney (née McAuley) (Mohill)
RIP: Leitrim man remembered fondly as 'a very quiet Man with a love for loud Music.'
Former convent converted to 12-room aparthotel with café and restaurant
'There needs to be some level of control on this' - vape shops increasing in Leitrim towns
Major expansion of jetwash business with new workshop, extension and storage shed
Rise and shine: Leitrim town hosts morning climb in support of Darkness into Light
Death notice: John James Mc Kenny (Dromahair)
Two farm sheds and sheep handling unit built at Aghavoghil, Kinlough
New one-and-a-half storey house with garage approved in Cloone
Death notice: Polly (Mary) Cull (née Costello) (Keshcarrigan)
Over €3m for south Leitrim water mains is welcomed
Death notice: Loretta Dwyer (née McKiernan) (Aughavas)
Permission granted for Astroturf pitch at Leitrim school
Domestic garage approved with relocated site entrance and driveway alterations
Death notice: John Joseph (Joe) Gill (Drumsna)
Leitrim national school receives European flag as part of Europe Day celebration
Vivienne Egan banishes injury memories of 2024 with 1-1 in TG4 Connacht LGFA IFC Final
House extension, link building, and garage construction in Drumkeerin
PICTURES: See inside this spectacular Leitrim home on the market for almost €1 million
PICTURES: Crowds turn out to pay respect at Leitrim reburial after exhumation