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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
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Tommy Mulvey of Drumshanbo, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Roads Act 1993 / Temporary Closing of Roads In accordance with the provisions of Section 75 of the above Act and Article 12 of the Roads Regulations 1994, and for the purpose of felling dangerous trees in Gortnawaun. Notice is hereby given that Leitrim County Council proposes to make a decision to close the following public road: Location: L-73141-0 in Gortnawaun, Drumshanbo Dates: 11th May to 29t
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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
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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
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A competitive pool player from Leitrim competed at the European 8 Ball Pro Championships in Malta over the weekend. Despite their team losing in the semi-finals to France, the player was named Player of the Tournament, an honour recognising the best statistician among all competing teams. The player credits excellent training facilities at Pernlis in Leitrim for their competitive preparation.
A competitive pool player from Leitrim competed at the European 8-ball pro championships in Malta over the weekend. The player's team was defeated in the semi-finals by France, but the player earned player of the tournament recognition. The player credits excellent training facilities at Pernlis in Leitrim and the supportive local pool committee for enabling competitive success.
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.
Eunan Jacqueline Treacy has been given the go-ahead to overhaul Prospect House in Carricknabrack, Drumshanbo. The work involves knocking down an existing two-storey rear extension and replacing it with a new one, adding a front porch, building a detached garage, and making various internal and external changes to the existing two-storey home.
Paddy Andrew White is proposing to convert 24 hotel suites at Lough Allen Hotel in Drumshanbo into 24 residential apartments. The change of use would transform the hospitality space into long-term housing accommodation.
Carrack na brack Developments Ltd has been given the go-ahead to build 7 new homes at Mountain View in Drumshanbo. The development will include two blocks of terraced houses (3 two-bed homes in each) plus one detached five-bed house, along with parking and connections to water, electricity and other services.
Thomas and Shona McManus have been given the go-ahead to build a single-storey detached garage at their home in Drumshanbo. The garage will be attached to their existing house, and they're also allowed to keep a concrete base that's already on the site. The approval came through in April 2026.
The Poor Clare Sisters at the convent in Drumshanbo have announced that eucharistic adoration will be suspended from Spy Wednesday through Easter Sunday morning. This is a significant change to regular devotional practices during the most solemn week of the Christian calendar.
The Poor Clare Sisters at Drumshanbo Convent will suspend eucharistic adoration from Spy Wednesday through Easter Sunday morning. This suspension is part of the church's observance during the most solemn week of the liturgical year.
A Leitrim pool player's competitive journey began at age 10 after attending a snooker exhibition by Max Elby in Drumshanbo. The player won a raffle prize—a cue signed by Max Elby and Stephen Densy—thanks to an act of generosity by John Casey, pool committee chairman, who redirected his brother's raffle win to local youth. This led to coaching from Liam Shanley and a 14-year competitive pool career.
The Poor Clare Sisters' convent in Drumshambo has announced that adoration will be suspended from Spy Wednesday through Easter Sunday morning during Holy Week. Those accustomed to performing adoration at the convent should note this temporary closure during the sacred liturgical period.
Geraldine Durkin (née McManus) of Drumshanbo, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Thomas Joseph (Joe) Fee of Drumshanbo, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Maisie Fee (née Lee) of Drumshanbo, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
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
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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
Leitrim ObserverCases and rulings mentioning Drumshanbo from local newspapers and Courts News Ireland.
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 A
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 coun