Drumshanbo
Co. Leitrim • 62 stories • Since 17 Nov 2014 • Latest 08 Sep 2026
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News
Death notice: Brian St. John (Ben) Earley (Drumshanbo)
Death notice: Celia Rynn (née Keaveney) (Drumshanbo)
Death notice: Seán Ó Loingsigh (Lynch) (Drumshanbo)
Death notice: Claire Kerr (née Fanning) (Drumshanbo)
Events
Joe Mooney Summer School brings a full week of traditional music to Drumshanbo
Planning
Planning decision made: 2660178
Blackrock Drumshanbo Co. Leitrim 1. To demolish 1no. existing outbuilding at the rear of existing dwellinghouse. 2. To ...
Planning conditional: 1. To demolish 1no. existing outbuilding at the rear of existing dwellinghouse. 2. To
Fit Farmers App Launched in Leitrim with Health and Safety Resources
Planning decision made: 2623
Sheskinacurry Drumshanbo Co. Leitrim renovation of existing dwelling, construction of a single storey domestic extension to the side of t...
Planning conditional: renovation of existing dwelling, construction of a single storey domestic extension to the side of t
Community note
Around Drumshanbo
Drumshanbo's summer diary has Corry Strand Water Safety and An Tostal in the same week. Corry Strand's 2026 swim and safety week runs from Monday 29 June to Saturday 4 July, starting at 9am, with only Seal and Marlin classes at that location. Public local notices also pointed to Drumshanbo Fire Station Open Day on Saturday 20 June from 12.30pm to 3pm. An Tostal runs from 28 June to 4 July 2026 and is the Drumshanbo festival that has continued every year since 1953; recent notices include sponsor thanks for this year's festival. The Mayflower adds another strand to the town week. Mayflower Community Centre in Mahanagh describes itself as a community centre and sports hub with astroturf, running track, handball, volleyball and basketball courts. Drumshanbo Community Sports Hub is based there and lists a three-day Multi-Sport Summer Camp from Monday 29 June to Wednesday 1 July 2026, 10am to 1pm, for 7-12 year olds. The Mayflower also shared Leitrim School of Art Summer Camps 2026 for Ballinamore and Drumshanbo. Drumshanbo Tidy Towns recently thanked volunteers for watering, the small civic work that keeps the town ready for visitors. Drumshanbo Comhaltas carries the music line into Connacht Fleadh, including the Five Branches Concert on Thursday 2 July 2026 at Mohill Community College. Drumshanbo-ie - News & Events carries general town notices, with older public-art memory around the Tuatha De Danann Sculpture at the Riverside. The Drumshanbo diary includes Corry Strand, An Tostal, the Mayflower, Sports Hub, Tidy Towns, Comhaltas, Lough Allen Adventure, pubs, shops, water-safety classes, summer camps and Riverside sculpture memory.
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08 Sep 2026 latest- deathsDeath notice: Patrick (Packie) Mc Cormack (Drumshanbo)
- deathsDeath notice: Brian St. John (Ben) Earley (Drumshanbo)
- planningPlanning conditional: 1. To demolish 1no. existing outbuilding at the rear of existing dwellinghouse. 2. To
- councilFit Farmers App Launched in Leitrim with Health and Safety Resources
- deathsDeath notice: Celia Rynn (née Keaveney) (Drumshanbo)
- planningPlanning conditional: renovation of existing dwelling, construction of a single storey domestic extension to...
- planningPlanning application received: Proposed conversion of 24 hotel apartments to apartments for residential use...
- planningPlanning conditional: a) The Demolition of a partially complete, derelict annex structure abutting the east...
- planningPlanning application received: Proposed conversion of 24 hotel apartments to apartments for residential use...
- eventsJoe Mooney Summer School brings a full week of traditional music to Drumshanbo
- deathsDeath notice: Seán Ó Loingsigh (Lynch) (Drumshanbo)
- planningPlanning application received: erect a domestic garage, fuel and storage shed and all associated works
Recent updates
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Death notice: Patrick (Packie) Mc Cormack (Drumshanbo)
Patrick (Packie) Mc Cormack of Drumshanbo, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Patrick (Packie) Mc Cormack
08 Sep 2026 · RIP.ie
Death notice: Brian St. John (Ben) Earley (Drumshanbo)
Brian St. John (Ben) Earley of Drumshanbo, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Brian St. John (Ben) Earley
05 Sep 2026 · RIP.ie
News
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Fit Farmers App Launched in Leitrim with Health and Safety Resources
A new Fit Farmers app offering health and wellbeing support for Leitrim farmers and rural residents was launched on 27 August.
31 Aug 2026 · Leitrim County CouncilAlso covered in: Mohill
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 Doyle, secretary Clare McCabe and treasurer Josephine Rogers.
Dessy Doyle, Clare McCabe, Josephine Rogers
The summer school runs in Drumshanbo from 18 to 25 July.
18 Jul 2026 · Joe Mooney Summer School
'There needs to be some level of control on this' - vape shops increasing in Leitrim towns
Cllr Enda McGloin said he would like to see the Towns Teams and the local authority come together in order to formulate a plan to buck this trend. There are too many vaping shops and phone shops Leitrim towns and not enough retailers such as hardware and drapery stores, a Leitrim councillor h
11 May 2026 · Leitrim Observer
Leitrim volunteers knit 'handmade items for children in need around the world'
A campaign has seen an outpouring of support from individuals, knitting groups, and community organisations, all contributing their time and talent to craft hats, scarves, mittens, and small toys. Leitrim Volunteer Centre is shining a spotlight on its inspiring volunteer knitting campaign, wh
05 May 2026 · Leitrim ObserverAlso covered in: Carrick-on-Shannon
RIP: Tributes of sympathy after Leitrim mother passes away
Geraldine Durkin of Carrick Road, Drumshanbo, Leitrim, passed away peacefully in Sligo University Hospital on 1st May 2026, surrounded by her loving family There has been an outpouring of sympathy and support after the death Geraldine Durkin of Carrick Road, Drumshanbo, Leitrim, passed away p
03 May 2026 · Leitrim ObserverAlso covered in: Hospital
L-73141 road closure in Gortnawaun, May 11-29: Tree felling works
The L-73141 in Gortnawaun, Drumshanbo will close from May 11-29, 2026 for dangerous tree felling. Local access will be maintained.
24 Apr 2026 · Leitrim County Council
BREAKING: Change of use sought for former hotel for 24 homes in Leitrim town
P & a Lakeside Developments Limited intend to apply for permission at Corrachuil, Drumshanbo, Leitrim for a development that will consist of a change of use from 24 suites in association with Lough Allen Hotel to 24 apartments for residential accommodation. Planning permission to develop a Le
18 Apr 2026 · Leitrim Observer
Leitrim rural organisation's big win at RDS Foundation Awards
Social Farming Ireland, which is based in Drumshanbo and has a national network of over 200 farmers, took home the Sustainable Rural Social Impact Award. Leitrim-based rural organisation, Social Farming Ireland has received an impressive accolade at this year's RDS Foundation Awards. Social F
17 Apr 2026 · Leitrim Observer
Work begins on €6.2 million project in Leitrim town
The €6.2 million project will see the construction of a working hub and creative studios in the town centre in Drumshanbo Work has commenced on the The Exchange Hub project in Drumshanbo. The €6.2 million project will see the construction of a working hub and creative studios in the town cent
16 Apr 2026 · Leitrim Observer
L-73141 road closed May 11-29 in Gortnawaun for tree felling
The L-73141 in Gortnawaun, Drumshanbo will close for three weeks from May 11 while dangerous trees are felled. Local access will be maintained.
16 Apr 2026 · Leitrim County CouncilAlso covered in: Carrick-on-Shannon
Two week closure of Leitrim road confirmed to fell 'dangerous trees'
The closure will take place on the L-73141-0 in Gortnawaun, Drumshanbo There will be a temporary road closure in the Drumshanbo area next month, in order for Leitrim County Council to fell dangerous trees. The closure will take place on the L-73141-0 in Gortnawaun, Drumshanbo from 11th May to
15 Apr 2026 · Leitrim Observer
Planning sought for 24 residential units in Leitrim town
P & a Lakeside Developments Limited intend to apply for permission at Corrachuil, Drumshanbo, Leitrim for a development that will consist of a change of use from 24 suites in association with Lough Allen Hotel to 24 apartments for residential accommodation. Planning permission to develop a Le
15 Apr 2026 · Leitrim ObserverCrime & Courts
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Judge orders return of stolen takeaway cash
A judge has ruled that cash stolen from the owner of a Leitrim takeaway be returned to him after his employee was stopped in Dublin Airport with the money on him. A forfeiture hearing at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court heard that Vlad Emanuel Blanaru (21) told custom officers, on August 30, 2015, that
Courts News Ireland report
14 Jun 2016 · Courts News Ireland
Also covered in: Carrick-on-Shannon
Drunk driver who caused death of young father has sentence reduced by two years on appeal
A man who caused the death of a young father and husband by driving dangerously on St Patrick's Day 2010 has had his seven year sentence reduced to five by the Court of Appeal. James McDonagh (54), with a last address at Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim, had pleaded guilty to a single count of dangerous drivi
Courts News Ireland report
17 Nov 2014 · Courts News Ireland
Also covered in: Carrick-on-Shannon
Planning
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Planning conditional: 1. To demolish 1no. existing outbuilding at the rear of existing dwellinghouse. 2. To
Gerard Wynne & Lisajane Bridgwater-Wynne — Blackrock Drumshanbo Co. Leitrim. 1. To demolish 1no. existing outbuilding at the rear of existing dwellinghouse. 2. To ...
Gerard Wynne & Lisajane Bridgwater-Wynne
File ref: 2660178 · Leitrim County Council
03 Sep 2026 · Leitrim County Council (Planning)
Planning conditional: renovation of existing dwelling, construction of a single storey domestic extension to the side of t
Oisin & Leila Dolan — Sheskinacurry Drumshanbo Co. Leitrim. renovation of existing dwelling, construction of a single storey domestic extension to the side of t...
Oisin & Leila Dolan
File ref: 2623 · Leitrim County Council
20 Aug 2026 · Leitrim County Council (Planning)
Planning application received: Proposed conversion of 24 hotel apartments to apartments for residential use in accordance with curr
P & A Lakeside Investments Ltd — Lough Allen Hotel and Spa, Corrachuil, Drumshanbo, Co. Leitrim.. Proposed conversion of 24 hotel apartments to apartments for residential use in accordance with curr...
P & A Lakeside Investments Ltd
File ref: 2660195 · Leitrim County Council
04 Aug 2026 · Leitrim County Council (Planning)
Planning conditional: a) The Demolition of a partially complete, derelict annex structure abutting the east elevation of a
Leitrim Food Enterprise Zone CLG — Corlough Td. Dowra Road, Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim N41 X525. a) The Demolition of a partially complete, derelict annex structure abutting the east elevation of a...
Leitrim Food Enterprise Zone CLG
File ref: 2660150 · Leitrim County Council
31 Jul 2026 · Leitrim County Council (Planning)
Planning application received: Proposed conversion of 24 hotel apartments to apartments for residential use in accordance with curr
Paddy & Andrew White — Lough Allen Hotel and Spa, Corrachuil, Drumshanbo, Co. Leitrim.. Proposed conversion of 24 hotel apartments to apartments for residential use in accordance with curr...
Paddy & Andrew White
File ref: 2660188 · Leitrim County Council
28 Jul 2026 · Leitrim County Council (Planning)
Planning application received: erect a domestic garage, fuel and storage shed and all associated works
Paul Rafferty — Cornaroy Drumshanbo Co Leitrim. erect a domestic garage, fuel and storage shed and all associated works ...
Paul Rafferty
File ref: 2621 · Leitrim County Council
01 Jul 2026 · Leitrim County Council (Planning)
Planning application received: erect a domestic garage, fuel and storage shed and all associated works
Paul Rafferty — Cornaroy Drumshanbo Co. Leitrim. erect a domestic garage, fuel and storage shed and all associated works...
Paul Rafferty
File ref: 2618 · Leitrim County Council
11 Jun 2026 · Leitrim County Council (Planning)
Farm entrance relocated from R208 to eastern side of property
Aidan Mc Cormack wants to close off an existing farm entrance onto the R208 road near Drumshanbo and create a new vehicle entrance to the east instead. The application also includes associated site works and services to support this change.
Aidan Mc Cormack
File ref: 2660102 · Leitrim County Council
10 Jun 2026 · Leitrim County Council (Planning)
Also covered in: Carrick-on-Shannon
Community
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Leitrim PPN bulletin 23 Sept – see site for funding, training and events
This fortnight's bulletin covers local government resilience initiatives, a dementia-inclusive community celebration at Rainbow Ballroom on 1 Oct, and cross-border community development networking. Check the full bulletin for funding deadlines and training opportunities.
24 Sep 2025 · Leitrim PPN
Community training in Drumshanbo Thursday 18 Sept, Rape Crisis Centre opens in Carrick
Leitrim PPN hosts free Ideas Generation workshop for community groups on 18 September. Also: Sligo Rape Crisis Centre launches new outreach rooms in Carrick-on-Shannon, and Social Inclusion Week runs 20–24 October across the county.
08 Sep 2025 · Leitrim PPN
Community group training Sept 18, SHORE project grants open until November 20
Free training for PPN members on fundraising and group challenges runs Thursday 7–9pm in Drumshanbo. Meanwhile, the SHORE project is accepting applications for school water literacy projects with grants up to €10,000.
25 Aug 2025 · Leitrim PPN
Leitrim PPN board nominations close Wednesday 13 August
Three representative seats now open on the PPN Secretariat (board), plus a call for an Environment Rep on the SEC Monitoring Sub-Committee. Nominations close this Wed 13th Aug. Closing soon: share your Leitrim landscape photos for the e-bulletin cover.
11 Aug 2025 · Leitrim PPN
Leitrim PPN seeking nominations for board seats, community groups apply now
Leitrim PPN is open for nominations for 3 representative seats on its Secretariat board, including Environmental and Community & Voluntary positions. Secretariat members meet every two months with training and support provided.
28 Jul 2025 · Leitrim PPN
Have your say on community sector strategy, deadline 15 August
Leitrim PPN is seeking input from community groups on a new national strategy for 2026–2030. Fill out the consultation survey by 15 August. Also: Local Democracy Taskforce wants your views by 22 July.
15 Jul 2025 · Leitrim PPNAlso covered in: Ballinamore Manorhamilton
Love Where You Live judging this week, Youth organisations invited to apply for seed funding
Leitrim community groups are being judged for the Love Where You Live Awards on 7-9 July—make sure your volunteers are ready. Meanwhile, youth organisations can apply for the NYCI One World Week Seed Fund to explore global issues locally.
30 Jun 2025 · Leitrim PPNAlso covered in: Mohill Carrigallen
€110,000 in Local Enhancement funding awarded to 148 Leitrim projects
Over €110,000 has been allocated across 148 community projects in Leitrim through the Local Enhancement Programme 2025. The bulletin also highlights PPN rep vacancies following a successful seminar on connecting women to local decision-making.
17 Jun 2025 · Leitrim PPN
Connecting Women to Local Decision Making event in Carrick-on-Shannon June 13
Leitrim PPN hosts a free event on Friday 13 June featuring Seanad member Nikki Bradley and a panel of local women leaders discussing women's participation in politics and community decision-making.
03 Jun 2025 · Leitrim PPN
Love Where You Live Awards close May 26, plus Leitrim Gathering kicks off this weekend
Last chance to enter your community group in the Love Where You Live Awards by Monday 26th May across five categories. Plus, the Leitrim Gathering runs 23–25 May celebrating local heritage and connection, with Biodiversity Week events happening now.
19 May 2025 · Leitrim PPN
Love Where You Live Awards open for Leitrim groups, deadline 26 May
Leitrim community and voluntary groups can enter the 2025 Love Where You Live Awards across five categories by 26 May. Plus: PPN Plenary on 15 May features keynote speaker Heather Humphreys and Ombudsman Ger Deering, and Biodiversity Week runs 16–25 May with events across the county.
06 May 2025 · Leitrim PPNAlso covered in: Carrick-on-Shannon
SPC induction training April 17, climate and environment clinic Wed 9
Leitrim PPN members can attend specialised training for Strategic Policy Committee roles on April 17 (10am–12pm), plus a climate, environment and biodiversity clinic this Wednesday (April 9, 7:30pm) in Drumshanbo with presentations from local experts.
08 Apr 2025 · Leitrim PPNDeaths
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Death notice: Celia Rynn (née Keaveney) (Drumshanbo)
Celia Rynn (née Keaveney) of Drumshanbo, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Celia Rynn (née Keaveney)
28 Aug 2026 · RIP.ie
Death notice: Seán Ó Loingsigh (Lynch) (Drumshanbo)
Seán Ó Loingsigh (Lynch) of Drumshanbo, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Seán Ó Loingsigh (Lynch)
17 Jul 2026 · RIP.ie
Death notice: Claire Kerr (née Fanning) (Drumshanbo)
Claire Kerr (née Fanning) of Drumshanbo, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Claire Kerr (née Fanning)
01 Jul 2026 · RIP.ie
Death notice: Mel Nangle (Drumshanbo)
Mel Nangle of Drumshanbo, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Mel Nangle
20 Jun 2026 · RIP.ie
Death notice: Tommy Mulvey (Drumshanbo)
Tommy Mulvey of Drumshanbo, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Tommy Mulvey
10 May 2026 · RIP.ie
Death notice: Geraldine Durkin (née McManus) (Drumshanbo)
Geraldine Durkin (née McManus) of Drumshanbo, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Geraldine Durkin (née McManus)
02 May 2026 · RIP.ie
Death notice: Thomas Joseph (Joe) Fee (Drumshanbo)
Thomas Joseph (Joe) Fee of Drumshanbo, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Thomas Joseph (Joe) Fee
20 Apr 2026 · RIP.ie
Death notice: Maisie Fee (née Lee) (Drumshanbo)
Maisie Fee (née Lee) of Drumshanbo, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Maisie Fee (née Lee)
18 Apr 2026 · RIP.ie
RIP: Tributes paid in Leitrim to ‘a lovely lady who will be greatly missed’
Condolences and fond memories are being shared following the death of Joan McKeon (née Canning) of Dristernaun, Drumshanbo, who passed away on Saturday, March 7 in the loving care of the staff at Lough Erril Nursing Home. Tributes are being paid following the death of a Leitrim woman remember
12 Mar 2026 · Leitrim Observer
RIP: Fond tributes remember Leitrim man who ‘always had time for a chat’
Condolences are being paid following the death of Padraig Conlon of Aughaguinea, Drumshanbo, who passed away on Wednesday, February 25. The Drumshanbo community is fondly remembering a “true gentleman” following the passing of Padraig Conlon on Wednesday, February 25. Padraig Conlon of Aughag
28 Feb 2026 · Leitrim ObserverCourt Reports
Cases and rulings mentioning Drumshanbo from local newspapers and Courts News Ireland.
Judge orders return of stolen takeaway cash
A judge at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court has ordered the return of cash stolen from a Leitrim takeaway after it was recovered from an employee at Dublin Airport. Vlad Emanuel Blanaru was stopped by customs officers on August 30, 2015, as he and his girlfriend prepared to board...
Drunk driver who caused death of young father has sentence reduced by two years on appeal
A man from Drumshanbo, County Leitrim, has had his sentence reduced by two years following an appeal against his conviction for dangerous driving causing death. James McDonagh, aged 54, pleaded guilty to causing the death of Jonathan Gray on St Patrick's Day 2010 on the Hilly...