Carrick-on-Shannon
Co. Leitrim • 154 stories • Since 12 Dec 2016 • Latest 08 Sep 2026
Latest updates for Carrick On Shannon
Source cards as of 2026-09-12.
News
Death notice: Cyril Doherty (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Death notice: Byron (Ron) Hooper (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Death notice: Nancy Guckian (née Glynn) (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Death notice: Helen Noone (née Downes) (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Events
Henry Glassie documentary screening at The Dock in Carrick
Planning
Leitrim Celebrates National Broadband Impact on 14 September in Carrick-on-Shannon
Planning new application: 2660211
Gowel Carrick-on-Shannon Co. Leitrim 1. To construct a storey and a half type domestic dwelling. 2. To construct a domestic garage. ...
Planning application received: 1. To construct a storey and a half type domestic dwelling. 2. To construct a domestic garage.
Planning withdrawn: 2660208
Gowel Carrick-on-Shannon Co. Leitrim 1. To construct a storey and a half type domestic dwelling. 2. To construct a domestic garage. 3...
Planning application received: 1. To construct a storey and a half type domestic dwelling. 2. To construct a domestic garage. 3
Community note
Around Carrick-on-Shannon
Carrick-on-Shannon has the carnival, The Dock and a busy town-centre diary. The Dock still carries the arts thread into summer with The Kings of the Kilburn High Road from 24 to 27 June, The Kite Ballet conversation on 4 July, Henry Glassie: Field Work on 18 July, The Green Loy concert on 25 July and Distillation on 29 July, plus Neurodivergence Deep Dive training, a kite-making workshop and a Bring and Tell gathering. The Green Loy season runs at St George's Terrace from 20 June to 22 August, Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm, with local folk art and north-west traditions at its centre. At Market Yard, Carrick on Shannon Farmer's Market runs every Thursday from 10am to 2pm. Carrick on Shannon Farmer's Market runs at Market Yard Centre every Thursday from 10am to 2pm. Current Market Yard notes include a 25 June 2026 drop-in on the proposed Wetland Ecology Park off the Leitrim Road, a pop-up craft market at the Market Yard on Saturday 27 June from 12pm to 5pm with live music, and a small 16-year thank-you for Leitrim Flowers at the farmers market. Marketyard Town Centre also carries unit and space notices for the town centre. Carrick's civic and club notices continue through Tidy Towns, GAA and rugby. Carrick on Shannon Tidy Towns marks the town as Ireland's overall Tidiest Town 2025, recently carried a EUR5,000 Glancy's SuperValu donation note, and used the Market Yard with McCloys Consultants to gather public opinion on a feasibility study. Another Tidy Towns post framed the work as many hands, with MyCarrick, Leitrim County Council, Leitrim Tourism and Carrick On Shannon Chamber beside it. St Mary's Kiltoghert GAA lists Páirc Naomh Mhuire at Attifinlay / N41 C8Y1, a weekly 50/50 draw on the club app and a senior team note after retaining the All County League Division 1 title. Leitrim GAA also carried a Barna Waste U13 Division 1 League Final item involving St Mary's Kiltoghert. Carrick on Shannon RFC represents Leitrim and North Roscommon, keeps a local business directory and is running tag rugby at the club grounds. The Carrick on Shannon Billboard public board carries ordinary recommendation notices: trades, small jobs, local services, car boot, buy-and-sell and lost/found-style posts. Carrick on Shannon Buy And Sell also carries practical local notices. The public Carrick diary includes The Dock, Market Yard, farmers market, Tidy Towns, GAA, rugby, chamber, river activity, food businesses and practical local notices.
Latest by Date
08 Sep 2026 latest- deathsDeath notice: Patrick (Pat) McCormack (Carrick-on-Shannon)
- councilLeitrim Celebrates National Broadband Impact on 14 September in Carrick-on-Shannon
- deathsDeath notice: Cyril Doherty (Carrick-on-Shannon)
- planningPlanning application received: 1. To construct a storey and a half type domestic dwelling. 2. To construct a...
- planningPlanning application received: 1. To construct a storey and a half type domestic dwelling. 2. To construct a...
- deathsDeath notice: Byron (Ron) Hooper (Carrick-on-Shannon)
- deathsDeath notice: Nancy Guckian (née Glynn) (Carrick-on-Shannon)
- planningDomestic shed with ancillary site works at Gortanure North, Kilnagross
- planningPlanning application received: The development will consist of: (a) construction of front porch, (b)...
- deathsDeath notice: Helen Noone (née Downes) (Carrick-on-Shannon)
- deathsDeath notice: Francie Goldrick (Carrick-on-Shannon)
- councilN4 Speed Limit Reduced to 60km/h Near Carrick on Shannon
Recent updates
Rendered 12 Sep 2026Death notice: Patrick (Pat) McCormack (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Patrick (Pat) McCormack of Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Leitrim Celebrates National Broadband Impact on 14 September in Carrick-on-Shannon
Leitrim County Council hosts event on 14 September in Carrick-on-Shannon to highlight National Broadband Plan's benefits.
07 Sep 2026 · Leitrim County CouncilNews
63 storiesN4 Speed Limit Reduced to 60km/h Near Carrick on Shannon
A 60km/h speed limit will apply on the N4 near Carrick on Shannon from August 31, 2026, to March 5, 2027, or until road works are completed.
17 Aug 2026 · Leitrim County CouncilProposed Plan Changes on Display Until September 2nd
Leitrim County Council is displaying proposed changes to its development plan until September 2nd, 2026.
05 Aug 2026 · Leitrim County CouncilPresident Connolly Unveils Plaque in Carrick-on-Shannon on 31 July 2026
President Catherine Connolly visits Carrick-on-Shannon to unveil a plaque celebrating its Tidy Towns 2025 win on 31 July 2026.
31 Jul 2026 · Leitrim County CouncilLeitrim invites rural water scheme funding submissions until 30 September 2026
Leitrim County Council is accepting funding submissions for rural water improvements until 30 September 2026.
29 Jul 2026 · Leitrim County CouncilDrumkeerin Family Festival Road Closure Proposed August 15
Main Street in Drumkeerin will be closed on August 15 for the Drumkeerin Family Festival and Old Fair Day.
23 Jul 2026 · Leitrim County CouncilHenry 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 Leitrim cultural programme.
Parking Vehicles for Sale on Public Roads in Leitrim
Leitrim County Council warns against parking vehicles for sale on public roads, including the N4 Bypass in Carrick on Shannon.
16 Jul 2026 · Leitrim County CouncilNo injuries reported after single-vehicle crash on N4 outside Carrick
Gardaí attended a single-vehicle crash at Woodbrook on the N4 between Carrick-on-Shannon and Boyle at about 7.10pm on 16 July. Shannonside reported that nobody was injured.
South Leitrim communities urged to conserve water as reservoirs run low
Residents across south Leitrim were asked to conserve water after reservoir levels fell to historically low levels. The affected area included Carrick-on-Shannon, Ballinamore, Keshcarrigan, Drumshanbo, Mohill, Carrigallen, Dromod and Rooskey, according to Shannonside's report.
Leitrim County Council Consultation on Local Property Tax Adjustment Factor
Leitrim County Council is seeking public input on potential changes to the Local Property Tax until August 10, 2026.
08 Jul 2026 · Leitrim County CouncilLeitrim Celebrates EU Presidency Pairing with Cyprus at Flag-Raising Ceremony
Leitrim County Council held a flag-raising ceremony marking Ireland’s EU Presidency and its pairing with Cyprus.
08 Jul 2026 · Leitrim County CouncilChoice Based Lettings: Properties available in Leitrim until 8 July 2026
Leitrim County Council is offering several properties for rent under Choice Based Lettings, with applications due by 8 July 2026.
06 Jul 2026 · Leitrim County CouncilCrime & Courts
23 storiesDealer 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 sentenced Mark "Fishy" Salmon (33), of Kilbarron Avenue, Kilmore, west Dublin, today (MON)
Drug dealer told mother that he would get 'junkies' to rape her son over €157k debt
A drug dealer told a mother that he would get "junkies" to rape her son if she failed to repay his €157,000 drug debt during a campaign of intimidation, the Special Criminal Court heard today. In the same incident, Mark Salmon (33) told the woman that he would drive over her son with his car and if
Man who had been charged with directing criminal gang pleads to lesser charges
A 32-year-old man who was previously charged with directing a criminal gang has pleaded guilty at the Special Criminal Court to a series of lesser offences, including having cocaine for sale or supply and making threats to kill. Mark Salmon, of Kilbarron Avenue, Kilmore, West Dublin was originally c
Rapist attacked guest in bathroom of his home
By Fiona Ferguson A Leitrim barber has been jailed for eight years for the rape of a woman who was a guest in his home. Dilzar Hamad (40) of Oaklands, Carrick on Shannon, Co Leitrim, was convicted by a jury last year of rape on a date in January or February 2021. He has no previous convictions. The
Man raped woman while she slept in her own home
By Niamh O’Donoghue A man has been jailed for six and a half years for the rape of a woman while she was sleeping in her own home. Kevin McGovern (28) of Main Street, Castlefinn, Co Donegal was convicted by a Central Criminal Court jury of one count of rape on August 21, 2021. A nolle prosequi was e
Mother of five claims council moved family into house with 'paranormal activity'
A mother has told the High Court that the council home she has been transferred to has made her fear for the safety of her five young children due to "paranormal activity" that has caused tables and chairs to move and objects to be flown around. The High Court action was taken by Thomas and Louise S
Former Seminarian has jail term increased for repeated rape of young cousin
A former Seminarian who repeatedly raped his cousin when she was a child and fought the charges over two trials will now serve an additional two years in prison, after the Court of Appeal ruled that his original five-year sentence was too lenient. Mr Justice Patrick McCarthy today said that the sent
Fraudster jailed for role in €160k scam on finance companies
A fraudster has been sentenced to two and a half years in prison for scamming two finance companies out of more than €160,000 following a major cross-border probe. Thomas Cullen (60) of Shannon Grove, Carrick on Shannon, Co Leitrim pleaded guilty to two counts of making a gain by deception on May 1
Michael Lynn takes the stand at own €27m theft trial
(Pictured: Mr Michael Lynn. Photo: Collins) Former solicitor Michael Lynn has taken the stand and started to give evidence at his own multi-million euro theft trial. Mr Lynn (55) took the stand this afternoon and outlined to the jury his family background in dairy farming, how he qualified as a soli
'Absolutely no way' loan would be sanctioned for use other than in agreement, trial hears
(Pictured: Accused Mr Michael Lynn. Photo: Collins) A witness has told the multi-million euro theft trial of former solicitor Michael Lynn that his “job would have been on the line” if he had sanctioned a loan for a purpose other than that set out in the agreement. Mr Lynn (55), of Millbrook Court,
Senior BOI official rejects Michael Lynn's defence on loans as 'fairytale'
A former senior Bank of Ireland official has described as a “fairytale” a suggestion by Michael Lynn's defence team that loans could be used for a purpose other than the purchase of specific properties. Mr Lynn (55), of Millbrook Court, Redcross, Co Wicklow is on trial accused of the theft of around
Terminally ill man and trainee priest brother jailed for rape of young cousin
A terminally ill man and his trainee priest brother, who raped and sexually assaulted their cousin when she was a young child, have been sentenced to a total of seven years in prison. Danielle Gallagher (33) waived her right to anonymity so that her cousins Aidan Gallagher (40) and Thomas Gallagher
Planning
24 storiesPlanning application received: 1. To construct a storey and a half type domestic dwelling. 2. To construct a domestic garage.
Avril Goldrick and Niall Armstrong — Gowel Carrick-on-Shannon Co. Leitrim. 1. To construct a storey and a half type domestic dwelling. 2. To construct a domestic garage. ...
Planning application received: 1. To construct a storey and a half type domestic dwelling. 2. To construct a domestic garage. 3
Avril Goldrick and Niall Armstrong — Gowel Carrick-on-Shannon Co. Leitrim. 1. To construct a storey and a half type domestic dwelling. 2. To construct a domestic garage. 3...
Planning application received: The development will consist of: (a) construction of front porch, (b) demolish side extension & r
Alan Keane & Samantha McMorrow — No 20 Summerhill Carrick on Shannon Co Leitrim. N41 N7X0. The development will consist of: (a) construction of front porch, (b) demolish side extension & r...
Domestic shed with ancillary site works at Gortanure North, Kilnagross
Jason Monaghan has applied to Leitrim County Council to construct a domestic shed at Gortanure North, Kilnagross, Carrick-on-Shannon, along with associated site works and services. The proposed shed will have a gross floor space of 154.40 square metres. The site covers 0.390 hectares. This is a new full planning application and no decision has yet been made.
Planning application received: Permission is being sought from Leitrim County Council by Dermot & Maria Reynolds for development co
Dermot & Maria Reynolds — Corduff Aughamore Carrick on Shannon. Permission is being sought from Leitrim County Council by Dermot & Maria Reynolds for development co...
Planning conditional: of the following unauthorized development: 1) material change of use of external area previously use
Kenneth Murtagh — The Barrelstore, Bridge Street, Carrick on Shannon Carrick on Shannon, Co. Leitrim. of the following unauthorized development: 1) material change of use of external area previously use...
Planning application received: To erect a 30-metre-high lattice telecommunications support structure together with antennae, dishes
Vantage Towers Limited — Mong Carrick-on-Shannon Co. Leitrim. To erect a 30-metre-high lattice telecommunications support structure together with antennae, dishes...
Planning application received: To erect a 30-metre-high lattice telecommunications support structure together with antennae, dishes
Vantage Towers Limited — Kiltoghert Carrick-on-Shannon Co. Leitrim. To erect a 30-metre-high lattice telecommunications support structure together with antennae, dishes...
Planning conditional: Construction of a Dwelling House, New Entrance Onto the Public Road, Onsite Wastewater Treatment Sy
Ciara Duignan & Patrick Slevin — Aghintass Td Aughamore, Carrick on Shannon Co Leitrim. Construction of a Dwelling House, New Entrance Onto the Public Road, Onsite Wastewater Treatment Sy...
Planning conditional: (a) retention permission for attic conversion at first-floor level of the existing dwelling, c/w int
Paul & Michelle Donohoe — Effrinagh Carrick-on-Shannon Co. Leitrim N41 Y276. (a) retention permission for attic conversion at first-floor level of the existing dwelling, c/w int...
Planning application received: Change of Use of existing unit from Bookmakers to Amusement and Gaming Arcade with associated extern
SB Capital Holdings Ltd — Unit 1, Block C, Mercantile Plaza Townspark, Carrick on Shannon Co Leitrim N41 RC62. Change of Use of existing unit from Bookmakers to Amusement and Gaming Arcade with associated extern...
Planning conditional: We, Enda and Brenda Stenson, wish to apply for full planning permission for the following works: 1
Enda & Brenda Stenson — Dublin Road, Townparks Carrick-on-Shannon Co. Leitrim N41 YX31. We, Enda and Brenda Stenson, wish to apply for full planning permission for the following works: 1....
Community
3 stories
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 number of Leitrim artists have gone into hiding for this year’s incognito online art sale in aid of the Jack and Ji
11 May 2026 · Leitrim ObserverLeitrim PPN board vacancies open, nominations close November 30
Nominations are open for seats on the PPN Secretariat, LCDC, Leitrim Development Company Board, and Leitrim Volunteer Centre Board. Deadline: November 30, 2023.
22 Nov 2023 · Leitrim PPNLove Where You Live 2025 awards ceremony at Lough Rynn Castle tonight
Leitrim PPN and the council celebrate community groups making a difference across the county. Winners announced tonight (Thursday 2 Oct) at Lough Rynn Castle in Mohill—applications for 2026 awards open early next year.
01 Oct 2023 · Leitrim PPNDeaths
39 storiesDeath notice: Cyril Doherty (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Cyril Doherty of Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Death notice: Byron (Ron) Hooper (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Byron (Ron) Hooper of Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Death notice: Nancy Guckian (née Glynn) (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Nancy Guckian (née Glynn) of Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Death notice: Helen Noone (née Downes) (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Helen Noone (née Downes) of Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Death notice: Francie Goldrick (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Francie Goldrick of Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Death notice: Joseph (Joe) Earley (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Joseph (Joe) Earley of Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Death notice: Rita Mollohan (née Carty) (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Rita Mollohan (née Carty) of Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Death notice: Louie Glancy (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Louie Glancy of Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Death notice: Conor Wrafter (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Conor Wrafter of Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Death notice: Kathleen Jones (née Cummins) (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Kathleen Jones (née Cummins) of Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Death notice: Joyce T. Dolan (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Joyce T. Dolan of Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Death notice: Mary Mulvey (née O' Reilly) (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Mary Mulvey (née O' Reilly) of Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Court Reports
Cases and rulings mentioning Carrick-on-Shannon from local newspapers and Courts News Ireland.
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 to have his sentence reduced on appeal. Ilamar Rodrigues Ribeiro (55)...
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 sentenced Mark "Fishy" Salmon (33), of Kilbarron Avenue, Kilmore,...
'We never expected him to be grateful. But we never expected murder': man apologies to family for murdering mother and trying to murder father
A man has pleaded guilty at the Central Criminal Court to murdering his mother and attempting to murder his father in an attack at their family home in Ballyconnell, County Cavan on 11 January 2025. The 33-year-old defendant wept as family members described the trauma caused by...
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 possessing cocaine valued at €35,280 near Carrick-on-Shannon in March 2024 and...
Karol Zawadski — Pairc Beag Liscara, Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim
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 arrest and a subsequent blood test confirming cannabis in his system....
Man who had been charged with directing criminal gang pleads to lesser charges
A 32-year-old man has pleaded guilty at the Special Criminal Court to four offences including cocaine possession with intent to supply and making threats to kill, following the withdrawal of more serious charges. Mark Salmon, originally charged with 16 offences including...
Rapist attacked guest in bathroom of his home
A man from Carrick-on-Shannon, County Leitrim, has been sentenced to eight years' imprisonment following his conviction for rape at the Central Criminal Court. Dilzar Hamad, aged 40, was found guilty by jury in March 2025 of raping a woman who was visiting his home in January...
Man raped woman while she slept in her own home
A man from Castlefinn, County Donegal has been sentenced to six and a half years imprisonment by the Central Criminal Court following his conviction for rape. Kevin McGovern, aged 28, was found guilty by jury of one count of rape committed on 21 August 2021. Two further...
Brazilian brothel-keeper who was caught with €800k and child abuse material gets nine years
A 54-year-old Brazilian man has been sentenced to nine years imprisonment at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court following his conviction on multiple charges related to operating a brothel network across rural Ireland. Ilamar Rodrigues Ribeiro pleaded guilty to 19 sample counts,...
Brazilian man who used network of rural properties as brothels was caught with €788k and child abuse material
A Brazilian man has pleaded guilty at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court to operating a network of brothels across rural Ireland using falsified documents and landlord deception. Ilamar Rodrigues Ribeiro, aged 54, rented ten properties under a false Italian identity, with two...
Mother of five claims council moved family into house with 'paranormal activity'
A mother of five has told the High Court that a council property in Carrick-on-Shannon, County Leitrim, has caused her to fear for her children's safety due to reported paranormal activity. Louise Stokes, along with her husband Thomas, had initially sought to challenge Leitrim...
Former Seminarian has jail term increased for repeated rape of young cousin
A former seminarian's prison sentence has been increased by two years following a Court of Appeal ruling that his original five-year term was unduly lenient. Aidan Gallagher, aged 41, of Dadreen, Killadoon, Westport, County Mayo, was convicted by jury in May 2023 of six counts...
Fraudster jailed for role in €160k scam on finance companies
A man from Carrick-on-Shannon, County Leitrim, has been sentenced to two and a half years imprisonment at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court following his guilty plea to fraud charges. Thomas Cullen pleaded guilty to two counts of making a gain by deception in May 2017 when he...
Michael Lynn takes the stand at own €27m theft trial
Michael Lynn, a former solicitor from County Wicklow, has begun giving evidence at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court in his trial on charges relating to approximately €27 million in alleged theft from seven financial institutions. Mr Lynn, aged 55, outlined his professional...
'Absolutely no way' loan would be sanctioned for use other than in agreement, trial hears
Michael Lynn, a former solicitor aged fifty-five from County Wicklow, continues his trial at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court on charges of theft amounting to approximately twenty-seven million euro from seven financial institutions between October 2006 and April 2007. He has...
Senior BOI official rejects Michael Lynn's defence on loans as 'fairytale'
Michael Lynn, a 55-year-old from County Wicklow, is on trial in Dublin Circuit Criminal Court accused of stealing approximately €27 million from seven financial institutions between October 2006 and April 2007. He has pleaded not guilty to 21 counts of theft. During...
Terminally ill man and trainee priest brother jailed for rape of young cousin
Two brothers have been sentenced to a combined seven years imprisonment following their conviction for the sexual abuse of their cousin over a four-year period in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Aidan Gallagher, aged 40, of Westport, County Mayo, received five years with two...
Judge faces unique situation of having to sentence terminally ill rapist
At the Central Criminal Court in Carrick-on-Shannon, County Leitrim, two brothers have been convicted of sexually abusing their young cousin between 1999 and 2003. Aidan Gallagher, aged 40, of Dadreen, Westport, was convicted of six counts of oral rape. Thomas Gallagher, aged...
Father fails in bid to overturn conviction for abuse of daughter
A man from County Leitrim has failed in his appeal against a conviction for sexually assaulting his daughter at their family home. The Court of Appeal dismissed the appeal at a three-judge hearing, rejecting arguments that inconsistencies in the victim's evidence rendered the...
Injunction over alleged trespass at Traveller housing scheme is extended
The High Court has extended an injunction preventing trespass and occupation at a bay within Shannonside View Traveller Group Housing Scheme in Carrick-on-Shannon, County Leitrim. Mr Justice Conor Dignam granted the extension on Friday following submissions from counsel for...
Council Decisions
Motions, planning and decisions from Leitrim County Council and Municipal District meetings mentioning Carrick-on-Shannon.
Motion on river channel blockages causing floods in Carrick-on-Shannon and Leitrim Village
Cllr Cormac Flynn moved regarding channel blockages between Drumsna and Jamestown bridges causing significant flooding in Carrick-on-Shannon and Leitrim Village, and called for steps to seek OPW Minor Works Scheme funding for scrub clearance. The Director of Services reported ongoing dialogue with the Carrick-on-Shannon Flood Action Group, Roscommon County Council and OPW; an application is...
Decision: Motion agreed; Minor Works Scheme application to be submitted February 2026 or when new guidelines available; council to pursue all available funding; major flood relief schemes to proceed separately
Cllr Cormac Flynn, Cllr Maeve Reynolds
Motion to remove footpaths on Carrick-on-Shannon bridge and widen carriageway
Cllr Cormac Flynn moved to request TII remove footpaths on the main bridge in Carrick-on-Shannon and replace with narrow parapet to widen the bridge and reduce delays for heavy goods vehicles. The Roads report explained the footpaths function as protective buffers containing telecom, water and other utilities and cannot be removed. Ms. Emma Donohoe confirmed similar motions have been raised...
Decision: Motion agreed; TII to be contacted with alternative suggestion of raising road level to widen carriageway while allowing barriers at parapet
Cllr Cormac Flynn, Cllr Sean McGowan, Cllr Enda Stenson
Civic reception planned for Carrick-on-Shannon Tidy Towns national winners
Ms Mary Quinn advised that a Civic Reception will be held to recognise Carrick-on-Shannon Tidy Towns' winning of the National Tidy Towns Competition. The reception is scheduled for Thursday 29 January 2026 at 7pm.
Decision: Civic reception to be held 29 January 2026 at 7pm in honour of Carrick-on-Shannon Tidy Towns
Leitrim County Council adopts Draft Budget 2026 with 5% rates increase
The Council adopted the Draft Budget for the financial year ending 31 December 2026, totalling €64.1m (an increase of nearly €4m on 2025). The budget includes a 5% increase in the Annual Rate on Valuation to fund the ambitious Capital Investment Programme. Key queries from members concerned alternative income sources, commercial rates impact on traders, greenway maintenance, fire service...
Decision: Budget adopted; Annual Rate on Valuation of 5% increase approved
Cllr Paddy O'Rourke, Cllr Sean McGowan, Cllr Gary Prior, Cllr James Gilmartin, Cllr Irene Guckian Rabbitte, Cllr Eddie Mitchell
Capital Investment Programme 2026-2031 adopted; €650m investment planned with €27.8m local match funding
The Council adopted the Capital Investment Programme covering 2026-2031 (a 6-year projection), providing for €650m total investment across housing, roads, flood relief, economic development, recreation, environmental protection and corporate facilities. The programme requires €27.8m in local match funding over its lifespan. Notable achievements include Carrick-on-Shannon's 2025 National Tidy...
Decision: Capital Investment Programme 2026-2031 adopted
Cllr Sean McGowan, Cllr James Gilmartin
Accessibility audit for Carrick-on-Shannon town
Councillor Cormac Flynn requested a comprehensive accessibility audit in Carrick-on-Shannon with a view to extending to all towns in the municipal district. The council reported that walkability audits were carried out in 2024 in Carrick Train Station and earlier in other towns, with 2026 audits planned for Dromahair and Carrigallen. Officers confirmed the last Carrick audit was in 2019 and...
Decision: All members supported the motion. Council will prioritise new audits in Carrick-on-Shannon and Mohill, and will liaise with Access Earth CEO Matthew McCann regarding accessibility mapping of parking facilities.
Councillor Cormac Flynn, Councillor Irene Guckian Rabbitte, Councillor Maeve Reynolds
Waterways Ireland pollution monitoring for boat/cruiser sewage
Councillor Sean McGowan raised concerns about potential pollution from boat and cruiser traffic on the Shannon during Easter to October season, with boats potentially not using designated pump-out stations at Leitrim Village, Carrick-on-Shannon and Dromod. He questioned responsibility for monitoring facility usage and holding tank compliance. The council will contact Waterways Ireland requesting...
Decision: Correspondence will issue to Waterways Ireland requesting their cooperation in monitoring sewage disposal practices and pump-out station usage.
Councillor Sean McGowan, Councillor Paddy Farrell, Councillor Irene Guckian Rabbitte
New school development in Carrick-on-Shannon secured
Correspondence regarding a new school in Carrick-on-Shannon was discussed. Councillor Irene Guckian Rabbitte queried whether education department correspondence had been received. Councillor Maeve Reynolds reported that a meeting involving Deputies Scanlon, Feighan and Harkin, Scoil Mhuire representatives, and Minister Helen McEntee took place, with commitment given to securing lands for the...
Decision: Commitment has been secured from government representatives regarding land provision for new school. Next steps involve discussions with landowners to progress the matter further.
Councillor Irene Guckian Rabbitte, Councillor Maeve Reynolds
Presidential Election nomination of Maria Steen defeated
Councillor Mary Bohan proposed that Leitrim County Council nominate Maria Steen as a candidate for the 2025 Presidential Election, emphasising her qualifications and the council's democratic responsibility. The motion was seconded by Cllr Irene Guckian Rabbitte. Opposition arose from Cllr Róisin Kenny, who cited Ms Steen's association with the Iona Institute and conservative views, arguing the...
Decision: Motion defeated by vote (7 in favour, 9 against, 1 abstention). Maria Steen will not be nominated by Leitrim County Council.
Cllr Mary Bohan, Cllr Irene Guckian Rabbitte, Cllr Justin Warnock, Cllr Róisin Kenny, Cllr Eddie Mitchell, Cllr Paddy Farrell
Presidential candidate presentations to Leitrim County Council
Leitrim County Council held a special meeting to receive presentations from potential presidential candidates. Eleven candidates presented in person or via video link, including Abbas Ali O'Shea, Gearoid Duffy, Aidan Harrington, Charlie Keddy, Seana Kerr, Searlait Ni Chianáin, Keith McGrory, Lorna McCormack, Diarmuid Mulcahy, Sarah Louise Mulligan, Gerben Uunk, and Dr Cora Stack. A procedural...
Decision: All candidate presentations received. Cllr Enda McGloin proposed that a review of the procedure for receiving potential presidential nominations be undertaken in 2026 and incorporated into Standing Orders, which was seconded by Cllr Gary Prior and agreed. A Notice of Motion procedure was established for nomination decisions, with a Special Meeting tentatively scheduled for 22 September 2025 at 2pm.
Cllr Sean McGowan, Cllr Mary Bohan, Cllr Enda McGloin, Cllr Brendan Barry, Cllr Padraig Fallon, Cllr James Gilmartin
Restore full library service in Carrick-on-Shannon and Mohill
Cllr Maeve Reynolds raised concerns about reduced library opening hours in Carrick-on-Shannon and Mohill due to staff shortages, limiting access and preventing community groups from meeting. The council acknowledged the issue and reported that ongoing recruitment campaigns had been unsuccessful but a new campaign is underway aimed at establishing panels to stabilise staffing. All members...
Decision: Council committed to restoring full library services as soon as possible; current recruitment campaign ongoing
Cllr Maeve Reynolds
Vacant site at Dun an Rí, Carrick-on-Shannon
Cllr Cormac Flynn raised concerns about a vacant site at Dun an Rí, Carrick-on-Shannon, originally intended for a crèche as part of a housing development (planning ref. P04/61) but never developed. The site has since fallen into dereliction with illegal dumping and presents child safety concerns. The planning permission expired in 2004, the developer company was dissolved in 2013, and the site...
Decision: Planning Department and Vacant Homes Officer to engage with registered landowners to request removal of waste and enquire about future intentions
Cllr Cormac Flynn
Election of Cathaoirleach of Carrick-on-Shannon Municipal District
Councillor Paddy Farrell stood down as Cathaoirleach after completing his term. Councillor Sean McGowan proposed Councillor Maeve Reynolds for the position of Cathaoirleach for 2025/2026, seconded by Councillor Enda Stenson. The proposal was agreed unanimously.
Decision: Councillor Maeve Reynolds elected Cathaoirleach of Carrick-on-Shannon Municipal District for 2025/2026
Cllr Paddy Farrell, Cllr Maeve Reynolds, Cllr Sean McGowan, Cllr Enda Stenson
Election of Leas Cathaoirleach of Carrick-on-Shannon Municipal District
Councillor Paddy Farrell proposed Councillor Enda Stenson for the position of Leas Cathaoirleach for 2025/2026, seconded by Councillor Sean McGowan. The proposal was agreed unanimously.
Decision: Councillor Enda Stenson elected Leas Cathaoirleach of Carrick-on-Shannon Municipal District for 2025/2026
Cllr Paddy Farrell, Cllr Enda Stenson, Cllr Sean McGowan
Meeting dates and times for Carrick-on-Shannon Municipal District
Councillor Sean McGowan proposed that meetings of Carrick-on-Shannon Municipal District continue to be held at 10.00 a.m. on the 2nd Monday of each month, seconded by Councillor Enda Stenson. The proposal was agreed unanimously.
Decision: Carrick-on-Shannon Municipal District meetings to be held at 10.00 a.m. on the 2nd Monday of each month
Cllr Sean McGowan, Cllr Enda Stenson
Date of July 2025 Municipal District Meeting
Councillor Sean McGowan proposed that the July meeting of Carrick-on-Shannon Municipal District take place at 9:30 a.m. on Monday 7th July, prior to the July plenary Council meeting, seconded by Councillor Paddy Farrell. The proposal was agreed unanimously.
Decision: July 2025 meeting of Carrick-on-Shannon Municipal District scheduled for 9:30 a.m. on Monday 7th July
Cllr Sean McGowan, Cllr Paddy Farrell
Tribute to late Councillor Des Guckian
The council adjourned for one week as a mark of respect to the late Councillor Des Guckian. Members paid tribute to his hard work and dedication to constituents and expressed condolences to Councillor Irene Guckian Rabbitte and the Guckian family. The Director of Services also expressed condolences on behalf of the Executive.
Decision: Meeting adjourned until 16 June 2025 as mark of respect
Cllr Sean McGowan, Cllr Enda Stenson, Cllr Irene Guckian Rabbitte
Adoption of Draft Budget 2025 with 5% rates increase
Leitrim County Council adopted the 2025 budget, which includes a 5% increase in the Annual Rate of Valuation (ARV). The budget was framed within the Council's five-year corporate plan and strategic capital investment programme, totalling €530m over its lifetime with €25.3m local match-funding required. Key service divisions were presented including Housing (11% increase in maintenance, reduced...
Decision: Adopted the Budget 2025 with Annual Rate on Valuation of 0.2558, providing for a 5% increase in rates to support the capital investment programme including the Shannonside Recreational Centre, new Carrick-on-Shannon library, and South Leitrim Greenway.
Councillor Des Guckian, Councillor Cormac Flynn
Capital Investment Programme 2025-2030 adopted
Council adopted the six-year Capital Investment Programme 2025-2030, totalling €530m investment with €25.3m local match-funding required. Programme carries forward projects in delivery, design, or development phase across social housing, roads, land drainage/flood relief, economic development, recreation, environment, and corporate facilities. Councillor Des Guckian criticised the housing...
Decision: Adopted Capital Investment Programme 2025-2030.
Councillor Des Guckian
Approval of Scoil Mhuire NS as polling station for Carrick-on-Shannon
Council approved the use of Scoil Mhuire National School on Dublin Road, Carrick-on-Shannon as the polling station for Carrick-on-Shannon Polling District in the General Election on 29 November 2024. This followed concerns raised by members on 4 November about the original location, which were escalated to the Sligo Leitrim Returning Officer.
Decision: Approved use of Scoil Mhuire NS, Carrick-on-Shannon as polling station for Carrick-on-Shannon Polling District.