Death notice: Mairéad (Jan) Wrynn (Fenagh)
Mairéad (Jan) Wrynn of Fenagh, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
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- eventsRainbow Ballroom hosts Sunday social dancing in GlenfarneLeitrim
- eventsJoe Mooney Summer School brings a full week of traditional music to DrumshanboDrumshanbo
- communityDromahair restaurants featured in Irish Times MagazineDromahair
- eventsHenry Glassie documentary screening at The Dock in CarrickCarrick-on-Shannon
- deathsDeath notice: Louie Glancy (Carrick-on-Shannon)Carrick-on-Shannon
- communityLap the Lake fundraiser sets off from Kinlough for North West STOPKinlough
- eventsDry-stone wall course brings traditional skills weekend to RossinverLeitrim
- councilLitter Management Plan 2026-2028Leitrim
- planningPlanning application received: (a) retention permission for existing single storey rear extension & out...Cloone
- deathsDeath notice: Seán Ó Loingsigh (Lynch) (Drumshanbo)Drumshanbo
- deathsDeath notice: Frank Cullen (Drumkeeran)Leitrim
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Rainbow Ballroom hosts Sunday social dancing in Glenfarne
The Rainbow Ballroom of Romance in Glenfarne listed social dancing with Robert Brown for 19 July. The venue is also preparing for its gala programme from 31 July to 3 August.
Joe Mooney Summer School brings a full week of traditional music to Drumshanbo
The 36th Joe Mooney Summer School is under way in Drumshanbo from 18 to 25 July, with a week of traditional music, song and dance. The organising committee is led by chair Dessy...
Dromahair restaurants featured in Irish Times Magazine
Dromahair community administrator Bernie Linnane highlighted an Irish Times Magazine feature on Stanford Village Inn and O'Rourke's Table. The public community-group post...
Henry Glassie documentary screening at The Dock in Carrick
The Dock in Carrick-on-Shannon scheduled a screening of Henry Glassie: Field Work for 18 July. The film follows the work of the renowned folklorist and is part of the current...
Death notice: Louie Glancy (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Louie Glancy of Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Deaths & Tributes
All deaths →Mairéad (Jan) Wrynn (Fenagh)
Fenagh
Louie Glancy (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Carrick-on-Shannon
Seán Ó Loingsigh (Lynch) (Drumshanbo)
Drumshanbo
John O'Malley (Mohill)
Mohill
Frank Cullen (Drumkeeran)
Leitrim
Seddie (Thomas Edward) McGovern (Ballinamore)
Ballinamore
Conor Wrafter (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Carrick-on-Shannon
Kathleen Jones (née Cummins) (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Carrick-on-Shannon
Court Reports
All court cases →06 Jul
Court refuses to reduce sentence for brothel keeper caught with child abuse material
By Fiona Magennis A Brazilian brothel-keeper who ran a network across rural Ireland, laundered �800,000 of the proceeds in various bank accounts and was found in possession of child abuse material, has failed...
Summary on localnews.ie03 JulCouple who fled Ukraine war caught laundering �380k
A couple who fled here after the invasion of Ukraine were caught by gardai with �380,000 in crime cash in the back of their car, a court has heard. Ihor Samotos (32) was witnessed by surveillance garda�...
Summary on localnews.ie15 JunDealer who told mother he'd get 'junkies' to rape her son over drug debt gets 10 years
A drug dealer who told a mother that he would get "junkies" to rape her son if she failed to repay his €157,000 debt during a campaign of intimidation has been jailed for ten years. The Special Criminal Court...
Summary on localnews.ie21 MayJudge should have convicted drivers caught like 'fish in a barrel' in 'unjust speed zone'
The High Court has ruled that a District Court judge erred in law when he refused to convict thirty-four drivers caught speeding at Clogheen, Monasterevin in County Kildare. In December 2024, Judge Andrew...
Summary on localnews.ie11 MayDrug dealer told mother that he would get 'junkies' to rape her son over €157k debt
At the Special Criminal Court in Dublin on May 11th, 2026, a 33-year-old man from West Dublin pleaded guilty to drug possession, money laundering and making threats to kill. Mark Salmon has admitted...
Summary on localnews.iePlanning
All planning →Planning applications, decisions and objections.
Planning application received: (a) retention permission for existing single storey rear extension & out door canopy area, (b) rete
Helen Richards — Edergole & Drumdarkan, Cloone, Co. Leitrim N41 YD78. (a) retention permission for existing single storey rear extension & out door canopy area, (b) rete...
Planning conditional: RETENTION PERMISSION IS SOUGHT FOR ALTERATIONS TO THE APPROVED PLANS AND ELEVATIONS OF A COTTAGE EXT
Elizabeth Johnson — Lords Avenue, Rinn, Mohill Co. Leitrim N41 VX44. RETENTION PERMISSION IS SOUGHT FOR ALTERATIONS TO THE APPROVED PLANS AND ELEVATIONS OF A COTTAGE EXT...
Planning conditional: 1. To construct a single storey type domestic dwelling. 2. To construct a domestic garage 3. To
David Mulligan & Inmacula Aguilera Curiel — Cloonturk Dromod Leitrim. 1. To construct a single storey type domestic dwelling. 2. To construct a domestic garage 3. To ...
Planning conditional: the renovation of existing cottage, along with a relocated and upgraded Waste Water Treatment System
BETHANY AND GEORGE CLAYTON — LARGYDONNELL GLENADE CO. LEITRIM F91 YV70. the renovation of existing cottage, along with a relocated and upgraded Waste Water Treatment System...
Planning conditional: reconstruct and erect an extension to my dwelling house and upgrade existing septic tank with new tr
Fenna Rasmussen — Aghalough Aughavas Co. Leitrim. reconstruct and erect an extension to my dwelling house and upgrade existing septic tank with new tr...
Planning conditional: 1.Construction of a detached four-bedroom, two storey dwelling 2.Construction of a detached garage
Michael Clancy — Killeen Dromahair Co. Leitrim. 1.Construction of a detached four-bedroom, two storey dwelling 2.Construction of a detached garage ...
Politics & TDs
Meet your TDs →Dáil contributions and parliamentary questions from your TDs.
Marian Harkin TD spoke in the Dáil: Public Transport
Marian Harkin TD (Independent, Sligo-Leitrim) contributed to the debate on “Public Transport”.
Marian Harkin TD asked the Minister for Justice: An Garda Síochána
Asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the number of applicants from the trainee Garda intake of 2024 still in the Garda vetting process; and if he will make...
Frankie Feighan TD asked the Minister for Transport: Haulage Industry
Asked the Minister for Transport the approximate timeframe for the processing and payment of an application for a person (details supplied) under the road transporters support...
Frankie Feighan TD spoke in the Dáil: Prevention of Energy Wastage Bill 2026: First Stage
Frankie Feighan TD (Fine Gael, Sligo-Leitrim) contributed to the debate on “Prevention of Energy Wastage Bill 2026: First Stage”.
Martin Kenny TD spoke in the Dáil: Ireland's EU Presidency: Statements
Martin Kenny TD (Sinn Féin, Sligo-Leitrim) contributed to the statement on “Ireland's EU Presidency: Statements”.
Martin Kenny TD asked the Minister for Finance: Tax Data
Asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the estimated annual cost of increasing the VAT flat rate for farmers to 5.1%
Crime & Gardaí
94 storiesGarda appeals, incidents and crime news.
Couple who fled Ukraine war caught laundering �380k
A couple who fled here after the invasion of Ukraine were caught by gardai with �380,000 in crime cash in the back of their car, a court has heard. Ihor Samotos (32) was...
Also covered in: Mohill
Dealer who told mother he'd get 'junkies' to rape her son over drug debt gets 10 years
A drug dealer who told a mother that he would get "junkies" to rape her son if she failed to repay his €157,000 debt during a campaign of intimidation has been jailed for ten...
Judge should have convicted drivers caught like 'fish in a barrel' in 'unjust speed zone'
The High Court has ruled that a District Court judge erred in law when he refused to convict thirty-four drivers caught speeding at Clogheen, Monasterevin in County Kildare. In...
Drug dealer told mother that he would get 'junkies' to rape her son over €157k debt
At the Special Criminal Court in Dublin on May 11th, 2026, a 33-year-old man from West Dublin pleaded guilty to drug possession, money laundering and making threats to kill. Mark...
Leitrim Gardaí advise public on dealing with bogus callers following burglary
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...
Gardaí appeal for information after house burglary in Leitrim
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...
GAA & Sport
46 storiesFixtures, results and club news.
Presentation of Leitrim Supporters Club Draw prizes
Pictured is Leitrim GAA Chairperson Declan Bohan and members of the Leitrim GAA Supporters Club Committee presenting the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes to the winners. 1st Prize...
2026 Leitrim Supporters Club Draw Results
The 2026 Leitrim GAA Supporters Club Draw took place this evening in Cox’s Steakhouse (Main Sponsor), Dromod. Thanks to all clubs for your great work as always, and also to...
Leitrim Team Announcement – Tailteann Cup R3
Team Announcement The Leitrim Senior Football team has been named by manager Steven Poacher for round 3 of the Tailteann Cup against Wexford. Best of luck to the team, Steven &...
Tailteann Cup – Round 3
Our Senior footballers will play Wexford at home in round 3 of the Tailteann Cup. Tailteann Cup – Rd 3 | Leitrim Wexford | Sat, 6 – Jun, 2pm | Heartland Credit Union, Páirc Seán...
Handball News
Kane Sisters Lead Leitrim Medal Charge Handballers impress with gold, silver and bronze at Community Games national finals Leitrim’s exceptionally talented young handballers once...
Lory Meagher Cup Final
The Senior Hurlers will play Longford in the Lory Meagher Cup Final Sunday 31 st in Croke Park. Lory Meagher Cup – Final | Leitrim Longford | Sun, 31 – May 12.30pm | Croke Park |...
Community & Events
61 storiesParish bulletins, fundraising, festivals.
Mohill Parish bulletin — Newsletter 14th June 2026
Mass Intentions Sat 13 19.30 Cynthia McWeeney MM, Cloone Rd Eileen McGuire MM, Clarashinnagh Sun 14 10.00 Maureen McNabola Kilnagross & DFM Mon 15 10.00 Michael & Brigid McCann &...
Leitrim artists go incognito for Jack and Jill Charity Art Sale
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...
Also covered in: Dromahair
Mohill Parish Holy Week ceremonies and Easter Sunday mass times announced
Holy Week begins Monday March 30 with extended masses and adoration across Mohill, Fenagh and Eslin. Easter Sunday masses are April 5 at 9am (Eslin), 10am (Mohill) and 11.30am...
Ash Wednesday Feb 18, Lourdes pilgrimage May 30, Divine Mercy Conference Dublin
Ash Wednesday marks the start of Lent on Feb 18. Bishop Paul Connell is leading a diocesan pilgrimage to Lourdes May 30–June 4 from Knock (from €989). A Divine Mercy Conference...
Ash Wednesday Feb 18, Lourdes pilgrimage May 30, Knock concert March 5
Ash Wednesday mass kicks off Lent on Feb 18. Bishop Paul Connell leads a diocesan pilgrimage to Lourdes May 30–June 4 from Knock Airport (from €989). Mohill Community College...
Mohill Parish bulletin 2026-01-20: weekly mass times and confessions
Regular weekday masses continue Monday to Friday at 10am with rosary after. Weekend confessions available Saturdays at 7pm in Mohill. Eucharistic Adoration continues Thursdays...
Health
1 storyHSE, hospital, GP and ambulance services.
Leitrim TD tells Dáil local teens are matching vape colours to outfits
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...
Roads & Traffic
2 storiesClosures, disruption and road works.
Traffic light ‘issue’ clarified in Leitrim town following complaints
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....
Calls for centre line on 'exceptionally busy' Leitrim road refused
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...
People & Faces
Homecomings, anniversaries, weddings, retirements — the lighter local-radio chatter. More once the radio-share sync resumes.
Towns in Co. Leitrim
Carrick-on-Shannon
Henry Glassie documentary screening at The Dock in Carrick
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Mohill
Death notice: John O'Malley (Mohill)
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Drumshanbo
Joe Mooney Summer School brings a full week of traditional music to Drumshanbo
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Manorhamilton
Death notice: Maureen Frawley (née McDermott) (Manorhamilton)
46
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Ballinamore
€7m Ballinamore courthouse redevelopment clears key council vote
45
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Carrigallen
Planning application received: TO CONSTRUCT A SINGLE STOREY SIDE EXTENSION (NORTHWEST ELEVATION) ONTO EXISTING DWELLING
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Aughavas
Planning conditional: reconstruct and erect an extension to my dwelling house and upgrade existing septic tank with new
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Dromahair
Dromahair restaurants featured in Irish Times Magazine
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Cloone
Planning application received: (a) retention permission for existing single storey rear extension & out door canopy area
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Leitrim Village
Planning application received: The development consists of the retention of the following unauthorized development from
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Fenagh
Death notice: Mairéad (Jan) Wrynn (Fenagh)
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Kinlough
Lap the Lake fundraiser sets off from Kinlough for North West STOP
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Keshcarrigan
Death notice: Vincent Shanley (Keshcarrigan)
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Ballinaglera
Death notice: Annie Gallagher (née Rooney) (Ballinaglera)
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Dromod
Planning conditional: 1. To construct a single storey type domestic dwelling. 2. To construct a domestic garage 3. To
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Drumsna
Planning application received: The development will consist of: a) construction of one new single storey dwelling, b) ne
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Drumkeerin
Death notice: Mary McHugh (née McDonald) (Drumkeerin)
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Newtowngore
Death notice: Brian Kiernan (Newtowngore)
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Bornacoola
Death notice: Michael (Mick) Dolan (Bornacoola)
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Rooskey
PICTURES: Crowds turn out to pay respect at Leitrim reburial after exhumation
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Annaduff
Vivienne Egan banishes injury memories of 2024 with 1-1 in TG4 Connacht LGFA IFC Final
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