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April 13, 2026
entertainment

One Wife Too Money comedy opens at Corn Mill Theatre

The Corn Mill Theatre in Manorhamilton is staging a new comedy play called 'One Wife Too Money' written by Jimmy Kiri, featuring a landscape gardener who faces complications when an old flame appears during his proposal. The production features local talent including journalist Marie Kamboy in her acting debut, and is directed by Sonya Silverbeck from Enniskillen, making her first time directing amateur actors.

Brian Murray, Marie Kamboy, Liz Dune
Preview held last night (date unspecified). This weekend performances. Next weekend has Thursday night tickets available. More dates to be added. Check Corn Mill Theatre online for full schedule.
entertainment

One Wife Too Many opens at Corn Mill Theatre this weekend

The Corn Mill Theatre in Manorhamilton is staging 'One Wife Too Many', a comedy about a landscape gardener whose proposal is interrupted by a woman claiming a one-night stand. The play features a strong cast including Brian Murray, Marie Kamboy (journalist with Leitrim Observer), and Liz Dune (who won best actress at oil aeerings). First-time director Sonya Silverbeck from Enniskillen brings fresh energy to the production.

Brian Murray, Marie Kamboy, Liz Dune
This weekend and next weekend performances. Thursday night has some tickets remaining. Check Corn Mill Theatre online for full schedule and booking details.
politics

Councillor Roisin Kenny balances election campaign with theatre debut

Councillor Roisin Kenny, representing Ballion & Moore Municipal District for Sinn Féin, is juggling local election preparations with her role in the Corn Mill Theatre production. She joined the amateur drama group in 2019 and describes acting as a form of escape and community involvement. Kenny praises amateur drama as inclusive and welcoming to all participants.

Roisin Kenny
Local elections coming up; Councillor Kenny joined amateur drama in 2019.
health

FND Awareness Month: Local Stories of Functional Neurological Disorder

Aemann McPartland, founder of FND Ireland from Manorhamilton, and 16-year-old Molly from Kiltum discuss living with functional neurological disorder (FND), a condition affecting how the brain and body communicate neurological symptoms. Both speakers share their diagnosis journeys and highlight the lack of treatment services outside Dublin, with Molly having to travel to Temple Street Children's Hospital and losing access to care at age 16 due to catchment restrictions.

Aemann McPartland, Molly
FND Ireland runs peer support meetings around the country with local meetings in Carrick-on-Shannon. Temple Street Children's Hospital provides multidisciplinary treatment (psychology, occupational therapy, physiotherapy). New clinic opened at St James's Hospital Dublin this year. Molly received treatment at Temple Street from December through June before being discharged at age 16.
health

FND Awareness Month: Local stories of functional neurological disorder

Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) Awareness Month is being marked with interviews from two local people affected by the condition. Aemann McPartland, founder and chairman of FND Ireland from Manorhamilton, and 16-year-old Molly from Kiltum discuss how FND—a condition affecting how the brain and body communicate neurological symptoms—impacts their daily lives. Both have experienced seizures, mobility issues, tremors, and fatigue, with significant gaps in Irish healthcare provision for treatment.

Aemann McPartland, Molly, Owen
FND Awareness Month; peer support meetings run by FND Ireland in Carrick-on-Shannon; new multidisciplinary clinic opened at St James's Hospital Dublin in 2024; Temple Street clinic serves Dublin postcode only; no adult FND services in Ireland outside Dublin

Council Decisions

Motions, planning and decisions from Leitrim County Council and Municipal District meetings mentioning Manorhamilton.

Leitrim County Council budget 2025-11-10

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 Town

Decision: Capital Investment Programme 2026-2031 adopted

Cllr Sean McGowan, Cllr James Gilmartin

Manorhamilton Municipal District motion 2025-07-21

Uisce Éireann Resolution to Waste Backup on Castle Street, Manorhamilton

Councillor Padraig Fallon submitted a motion requesting contact with Uisce Éireann to resolve a recurring waste blockage and backup issue on Castle Street, Manorhamilton. The motion noted that two elderly residents' homes have experienced sewage backups and there is risk of manhole overflow. Adrian Kielty advised that the MD write to Uisce Éireann with a request for a survey. The motion was suppor

Decision: Agreed: Manorhamilton MD will write to Uisce Éireann seeking resolution to recurring waste backup issue on Castle Street and request a survey be completed

Cllr Padraig Fallon

Manorhamilton Municipal District motion 2025-07-21

Cleaning and Replacement of Signage in Manorhamilton Area

Councillor Mary Bohan requested cleaning or replacement of all signage in towns and villages in the Manorhamilton Area. The Head of Finance reported that area office staff will review the sign maintenance programme and carry out cleaning and replacement where resources allow. Cllr Bohan noted power washing damages signs and alternative methods are needed, and highlighted the work of Tidy Towns Com

Decision: Agreed: Manorhamilton MD will review the sign maintenance programme and carry out cleaning and replacement works where resources allow

Cllr Mary Bohan, Cllr James Gilmartin

Manorhamilton Municipal District motion 2025-07-21

Memorial for Cillín in Famine Graveyard, Manorhamilton

Councillor James Gilmartin submitted a motion requesting the council commit to creating a memorial acknowledging the Cillín (burial site for stillborn and unbaptized infants and others denied consecrated burial) historically located within the Famine Graveyard in Manorhamilton. The Head of Finance reported that HSE Estates owns the Famine Graveyard, so the matter should be referred to HSE Estates.

Decision: Agreed: Manorhamilton MD will write to HSE Estates regarding creating a memorial to acknowledge the Cillín in the Famine Graveyard; MD to be updated on progress at next meeting

Cllr James Gilmartin, Cllr Mary Bohan, Cllr Eddie Mitchell, Cllr Padraig Fallon

Manorhamilton Municipal District appointment 2025-06-16

Election of Cathaoirleach of Manorhamilton Municipal District 2025/2026

Councillor Padraig Fallon was elected Cathaoirleach of Manorhamilton Municipal District for 2025/2026, proposed by Councillor Mary Bohan and seconded by Councillor Felim Gurn. No other nominations were received. Outgoing Cathaoirleach Mary Bohan thanked members and staff for their support during her term, and welcomed Martina Casey as the new Meetings Administrator.

Decision: Councillor Padraig Fallon elected Cathaoirleach for 2025/2026

Councillor Mary Bohan, Councillor Padraig Fallon, Councillor Felim Gurn

Manorhamilton Municipal District appointment 2025-06-16

Election of Leas Cathaoirleach of Manorhamilton Municipal District 2025/2026

Councillor Justin Warnock was elected Leas Cathaoirleach of Manorhamilton Municipal District for 2025/2026, proposed by Councillor James Gilmartin and seconded by Councillor Eddie Mitchell. No other nominations were received.

Decision: Councillor Justin Warnock elected Leas Cathaoirleach for 2025/2026

Councillor Justin Warnock, Councillor James Gilmartin, Councillor Eddie Mitchell

Manorhamilton Municipal District procedural 2025-06-16

Approval of Schedule of Meeting Dates for Manorhamilton Municipal District 2025/2026

The schedule of meeting dates for Manorhamilton Municipal District for 2025/2026 was approved, proposed by Councillor Mary Bohan and seconded by Councillor Felim Gurn.

Decision: Schedule of meeting dates for 2025/2026 approved

Councillor Mary Bohan, Councillor Felim Gurn

Leitrim County Council budget 2024-11-11

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 hou

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