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Tommy Cooney is remembered in Manorhamilton for his 'lovely presence and sense of style' following passing The death has occurred of Tommy Cooney of 17 Ben View, Manorhamilton, Co Leitrim. Tommy, formerly of 14 Cairns Drive in Sligo, passed away suddenly at his home on Sunday, the 10th of May
13 May 2026 · Leitrim Observer
The Central on Main Street, Manorhamilton could be redeveloped as an café and social space under plans submitted to Leitrim County Council this week. A planning application has been submitted to Leitrim County Council seeking to revitalise a business on Main Street, Manorhamilton that closed
13 May 2026 · Leitrim Observer
TG4 Connacht LGFA IFC Final reaction: Glencar Manorhamilton pinpoints team intensity as foundation for victory Leitrim sent out a message that they are serious contenders for this year’s TG4 All-Ireland Intermediate title and Player of the Match Leah Fox agrees, suggesting that if the Green &
08 May 2026 · Leitrim Observer
Commencing at 7pm at Clayton Hotel, Sligo, this major fundraiser promises a night of world-class entertainment and a spectacular toast to three decades of the arts. For over thirty years, The Glens Arts Centre in Manorhamilton has been the creative soul of North Leitrim and to mark this miles
06 May 2026 · Leitrim Observer
A statement issued to the Leitrim Observer said that community clinics took place on Tuesday March 31 and Wednesday April 1 at Rossinver Community Centre and were publicised in advance of the clinics. FuturEnergy Ireland, the company behind the proposed development of a 14-turbine wind farm a
05 May 2026 · Leitrim Observer
Cllr Felim McGurn has called for locals to share their stories of visisting over crowded urgent care units North-west residents are being asked to share their experiences of not having emergency services in local areas. The campaign, which is ongoing to encourage people in the north-west to s
05 May 2026 · Leitrim Observer
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. People are being urged to drive right up to the line marking at the traffic lights in Manorhamilton to trigger the senso
01 May 2026 · Leitrim Observer
Leitrim County Council is seeking public input on Part 8 proposals for 2026, including a project at Manorhamilton Church and Áras An Chontae in Carrick-on-Shannon.
01 May 2026 · Leitrim County Council
A rep from the Save Dough Mountain Group is calling on locals to lodge their concerns during a "short" five-week window ahead of a decision by An Coimisiún Pleanála The Save Dough Mountain Group have outlined their opposition Darren, Sweeney, Chairman of the Save Dough Mountain Group this wee
29 Apr 2026 · Leitrim Observer
The property needs total renovation, given the owner the ideal opportunity to put their own stamp on it. As this property has been derelict for some time it should qualify for the derelict homes grant currently in place, subject to criteria. A renovator's dream is available at Daragoon, Cooln
27 Apr 2026 · Leitrim Observer
Calls have been made for Leitrim County Council to invest in a small road sweeper to assist Tidy Towns groups struggling with heavy workloads in the county. Leitrim County Council has been urged to support Tidy Towns committees by purchasing a road sweeper for use in towns and villages across
27 Apr 2026 · Leitrim Observer
The proposed changes will allow homeowners to install modular units without the need for full planning permission Plans to allow modular homes in back gardens could alleviate the housing crisis for local people in Leitrim, a local elected representative believes. Cllr James Gilmartin has welc
24 Apr 2026 · Leitrim Observer
Tribute: "A man whose lifelong dedication and service to our club leaves a legacy that will endure for generations" Glencar Manorhamilton GAA club have paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Sean Boylan, a Senior Championship medal winning goalkeeper in 1999 and lifelong servant of the club, af
16 Apr 2026 · Leitrim Observer
Phoebe Dick and Hedda Dick have applied to Leitrim County Council to change the use of a licensed bar at The Central on Main Street, Manorhamilton, into an unlicensed café and open plan social space. The application also proposes converting an existing storage space into a commercial kitchen, relocating one window and one door on the northwest elevation, and demolishing an existing rear porch…
Ellen McCabe has received conditional permission to carry out significant works at her home in Mullies, Manorhamilton. The project involves demolishing the existing roof, constructing a new dormer room, altering windows, removing pebbledash, and building a new roof. The dwelling will retain three bedrooms, with two remaining on the ground floor and a new master bedroom and bathroom added to the…
Phoebe Dick Hedda Dick is seeking permission 1. Full planning permission to change the use of the licensed bar to an unlicensed café / open plan social space. 2. Full planning permission to change the use of a storage space to a commercial kitchen. 3. Full planning permission to change the location of 1 No. window and 1 No. door on the northwest elevation. 4. Full planning permission to demolish…
Laura Patton has received conditional permission to reinstate and complete works to the existing dwelling house at 17 Castle Street, Manorhamilton, along with a rear extension. The building is a protected structure (RPS No. 44) dating from c.1890, part of an architecturally significant terrace within the Manorhamilton Architectural Conservation Area. The site covers 0.286 hectares and is located…
A Part 8 application outlines reuse of Manorhamilton Courthouse for community and office use, with a small extension and measures to safeguard its protected status. Leitrim County Council has submitted a Part 8 planning application for the adaptive reuse, conservation and sensitive redevelopm
04 May 2026 · Leitrim Observer
Tara McGloin is seeking planning permission to extend her existing dwelling house at Cornagillagh, Manorhamilton with a storey-and-half extension to the rear, along with elevation changes to the house. The application also includes installation of a new vehicular access entrance and an effluent treatment system with soil polishing filter on site. The 0.307-hectare site is reasonably level…
Mary Fox (née Lee) of Manorhamilton, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Tommy Cooney of Manorhamilton, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Warm tributes are being paid to Sean McPartlan of Station Road, Manorhamilton who passed away peacefully on Monday, April 27 in Arus Breffni Nursing Home. Condolences have been pouring in following the passing of a Leitrim man remembered as a ‘pure kind gentleman.’ Sean McPartlan of Station R
28 Apr 2026 · Leitrim Observer
Sean McPartlan of Manorhamilton, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Seán Boylan of Manorhamilton, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Condolences have flooded in for Teresa Brown of Manorhamilton following her passing over the weekend The death has occurred of Teresa Brown (nee Mawn), of 12 Cluain Oir, Manorhamilton, over the weekend. Teresa is survived by her loving family, including her beloved husband Matthew, along with
23 Mar 2026 · Leitrim Observer
Condolences are being shared on RIP.ie following the peaceful passing of Joseph (Jimmy Joe) Dolan of Ben View Park, Manorhamilton on Monday, January 5. Tributes have been paid following the passing of a Leitrim man remembered for his deep love of music and storytelling. Joseph (Jimmy Joe) Dol
18 Jan 2026 · Leitrim ObserverCases and rulings mentioning Manorhamilton from local newspapers and Courts News Ireland.
Sean McDonald, aged 62, of Tawneymachugh, Manorhamilton, County Leitrim, has been sentenced to six years imprisonment at the Central Criminal Court following his guilty plea to 11 representative counts of rape and sexual assault of a child between 1977 and 1982. The victim, who...
A man has been convicted of membership of an unlawful organisation by the Special Criminal Court following a trial in Dublin. Julian Flohr, aged 37, of Rusheen Ard, Caltragh, Sligo, was found guilty of the charge relating to 14 August 2016. Evidence presented to the three-judge...
Two men accused of membership of an unlawful organisation styled the Irish Republican Army have had a significant legal application rejected at the Special Criminal Court. Judges ruled that the stop and search of their vehicle in the Dromahair area of County Leitrim on 14...
Two men from County Sligo have had their vehicle stop and search challenged as unlawful at the Special Criminal Court. Julian Flohr, aged 37, of Rusheen Ard, Caltragh, and Damhan McFadden, aged 29, of Kilmacowen, Ballysadare, face charges of membership of an unlawful...
Two men from County Sligo are on trial at the Special Criminal Court charged with membership of an unlawful organisation styling itself the Irish Republican Army. Julian Flohr, aged 37, of Caltragh, and Damhan McFadden, aged 29, of Ballysodare, were arrested on 14 August 2016...
A 22-year-old man from Clonmel, County Tipperary, has been granted bail by the Special Criminal Court ahead of trial scheduled for October. Dylan Cahill faces charges of membership of an unlawful organisation styling itself the Irish Republican Army, alleged to have occurred on...
Three men appeared before the Special Criminal Court on Saturday following arrests by the Special Detective Unit as part of an investigation into dissident republican activities. Séamus McGrane, aged 60, from County Louth, was charged with directing the activities of an...
Motions, planning and decisions from Leitrim County Council and Municipal District meetings mentioning Manorhamilton.
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
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...
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
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...
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
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...
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
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
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
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 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