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30 Jun 2026councilDoiciméid GhaeilgeLeitrim
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30 Jun 2026planningPlanning application received: 1. Full permission for the upgrade of an existing wastewater treatment...Leitrim
29 Jun 2026planningPlanning application received: TO CONSTRUCT A SINGLE STOREY SIDE EXTENSION (NORTHWEST ELEVATION) ONTO...Carrigallen
29 Jun 2026planningPlanning application received: Proposed construction of a two-storey dwelling house with detached...Mohill
25 Jun 2026politicsMartin Kenny TD asked the Minister for Finance: Tax DataLeitrim
24 Jun 2026planningPlanning application received: 1. Construction of a single storey extension to the rear of existing...Dromahair
23 Jun 2026politicsMarian Harkin TD spoke in the Dáil: Third Level EducationLeitrim
23 Jun 2026planningPlanning application received: sub-divide and convert four storey vacant public house premises...Mohill
23 Jun 2026planningPlanning application received: Retention Permission for (a) change of use of development partly...Ballinamore
22 Jun 2026councilTemporary Road ClosuresCarrick-on-Shannon
22 Jun 2026councilNewsLeitrim

Deaths & Tributes

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Mel Nangle (Drumshanbo)

20 Jun 2026

Drumshanbo

Sheila Cumiskey (née McHugh) (Ballinamore)

20 Jun 2026

Ballinamore

Charles Thomas Pogue

20 Jun 2026

Leitrim

Mandy Bohan (Mohill)

17 Jun 2026

Mohill

Joe McElhone

17 Jun 2026

Leitrim

Robert McNabb (Carrick-on-Shannon)

16 Jun 2026

Carrick-on-Shannon

Frank Maguire (Dowra)

16 Jun 2026

Leitrim

Mary Murray (née Tubman) (Mohill)

14 Jun 2026

Mohill

Court Reports

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15 Jun

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 years. The Special Criminal Court...

Summary on localnews.ie 21 May

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 December 2024, Judge Andrew...

Summary on localnews.ie 11 May

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 Salmon has admitted...

Summary on localnews.ie 13 Apr

Karol Zawadski

Karol Zawadski (36) pleaded not guilty to drug driving after being stopped for speeding at Gortinty, Carrick-on-Shannon on May 10, 2021. A roadside oral fluid sample tested positive for cannabis, leading to...

Summary on localnews.ie 13 Apr

Callum Taylor

Callum Taylor, 29, a father-of-three from Ballinaglera, pleaded guilty to driving with no insurance, drink driving, and no driving licence on July 11, 2020 at Acres, Drumshanbo. This was his fourth conviction...

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Planning

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Planning applications, decisions and objections.

planning • 30 Jun 2026

Planning application received: 1. Full permission for the upgrade of an existing wastewater treatment system and percolation area t

Thomas Hanfstängl — Derreen (Johnston) Aghacashel Co. Leitrim N41 R596. 1. Full permission for the upgrade of an existing wastewater treatment system and percolation area t...

planning • 29 Jun 2026

Planning application received: TO CONSTRUCT A SINGLE STOREY SIDE EXTENSION (NORTHWEST ELEVATION) ONTO EXISTING DWELLING HOUSE AND A

Jetwash Ltd — 11 Church Manor Carrigallen Co. Leitrim H12 VW26. TO CONSTRUCT A SINGLE STOREY SIDE EXTENSION (NORTHWEST ELEVATION) ONTO EXISTING DWELLING HOUSE AND A...

planning • 29 Jun 2026

Planning application received: Proposed construction of a two-storey dwelling house with detached domestic garage, boundary fence/w

Sarah and Brendan Fitzpatrick — Tamlaght Beg Mohill Co. Leitrim. Proposed construction of a two-storey dwelling house with detached domestic garage, boundary fence/w...

planning • 24 Jun 2026

Planning application received: 1. Construction of a single storey extension to the rear of existing single storey dwelling 2. Inst

Dessie McPartland and Gemma Ruane — Fawn Dromahair Co. Leitrim F91 HK15. 1. Construction of a single storey extension to the rear of existing single storey dwelling 2. Inst...

planning • 23 Jun 2026

Planning application received: sub-divide and convert four storey vacant public house premises including living accommodation on fi

John Gordon — Main Street & Hyde Street, Mohill, Co. Leitrim N41PN35. sub-divide and convert four storey vacant public house premises including living accommodation on fi...

planning • 23 Jun 2026

Planning application received: Retention Permission for (a) change of use of development partly commenced and constructed under pla

Peter Reynolds — Kiltymoodan Ballinamore Co. Leitrim. Retention Permission for (a) change of use of development partly commenced and constructed under pla...

Politics & TDs

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Dáil contributions and parliamentary questions from your TDs.

politics • 16 Jun 2026

Marian Harkin TD asked the Minister for Health: Hospital Appointments Status

Asked the Minister for Health the plans in place to address the backlog of appointments for endometriosis at Tallaght University Hospital, which are taking up to 12-14 months;...

politics • 11 Jun 2026

Martin Kenny TD spoke in the Dáil: Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation

Martin Kenny TD (Sinn Féin, Sligo-Leitrim) contributed to the questions on “Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation”.

politics • 10 Jun 2026

Eamon Scanlon TD asked the Minister for Education: Special Educational Needs

Asked the Minister for Education and Youth when a decision will issue regarding an SNA appeal for a school (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.

politics • 09 Jun 2026

Martin Kenny TD asked the Minister for Agriculture: Departmental Budgets

Asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the steps he will take to find the 1.3% levy imposed by the Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public...

politics • 09 Jun 2026

Eamon Scanlon TD spoke in the Dáil: Proposal for Inshore Fisheries Income Stabilisation and Climate Compensation Scheme: National Inshore Fishermans Association (Resumed)

Eamon Scanlon TD (Fianna Fáil, Sligo-Leitrim) contributed to the debate on “Proposal for Inshore Fisheries Income Stabilisation and Climate Compensation Scheme: National Inshore...

politics • 27 May 2026

Marian Harkin TD asked the Minister for Transport: Pension Provisions

Asked the Minister for Transport to provide an update and a timeline for the payment of the pension increase for CIÉ pensioners; and if he will make a statement on the matter.

Crime & Gardaí

93 stories

Garda appeals, incidents and crime news.

courts • 15 Jun 2026

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...

courts • 21 May 2026

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...

courts • 11 May 2026

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...

an garda siochána • 30 Apr 2026

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...

an garda siochána • 30 Apr 2026

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...

an garda siochána • 23 Apr 2026

ALERT: Leitrim residents told to watch for suspicious vehicle and occupants

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...

GAA & Sport

45 stories

Fixtures, results and club news.

sport • 08 Jun 2026

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...

sport • 05 Jun 2026

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 &...

sport • 01 Jun 2026

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...

sport • 27 May 2026

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...

sport • 24 May 2026

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 |...

sport • 22 May 2026

Leitrim Team Announcement – Tailteann Cup Rd 2B

Team Announcement The Leitrim Senior Football team has been named by manager Steven Poacher for round 2 of the Tailteann Cup against Carlow. Best of luck to the team, Steven &...

Community & Events

61 stories

Parish bulletins, fundraising, festivals.

community • 15 Jun 2026

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 &...

charity • 11 May 2026

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...

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community • 30 Mar 2026

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...

community • 12 Feb 2026

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...

community • 12 Feb 2026

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...

community • 20 Jan 2026

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

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HSE, hospital, GP and ambulance services.

health • 23 Apr 2026

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 stories

Closures, disruption and road works.

roads • 01 May 2026

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....

roads • 28 Apr 2026

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...