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Leitrim · April 30, 2026

Leitrim among Ireland’s top counties for second-hand fashion demand

Clothing and footwear prices in Ireland rose 9% in the 12 months to March 2026, according to the Consumer Price Index recorded by the Central Statistics...

Leitrim · April 30, 2026

No 'mini-budget' needed for ongoing energy crisis

Cllr Paddy O'Rourke was speaking after Taoiseach Micheál Martin rejected calls for an emergency or mini-budget as the Opposition called for a further package....

Cavan · April 30, 2026

HSE North West asks Leitrim people to consider options before attending EDs

Emergency Departments will experience higher than normal attendances due to the bank holiday period, and the HSE is asking for the public’s patience,...

Newtowngore · April 30, 2026

Gardaí appeal for information after house burglary in Leitrim

Gardaí are appealing for information after a burglary in Newtowngore involving a dark BMW estate and suspects offering power washing services. Gardaí are...

Carrigallen · April 30, 2026

Green light for upgrade works at popular Leitrim community centre

Leitrim County Council has granted permission for the redevelopment of a community centre in Carrigallen, with plans for a new extension, improved layout, and...

Leitrim · April 29, 2026

Bank Holiday water safety warning as boating season starts

Coast Guard, RNLI and Water Safety Ireland urge boat owners to check their craft and prepare before the May Bank Holiday weekend.

Cavan · April 29, 2026

Matt Carthy TD asked the Minister for Agriculture: Agriculture Schemes

Asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the amount allocated to TAMS in each of the years 2019 to 2025; the outturn; the amount allocated in...

Monaghan · April 29, 2026

Matt Carthy TD asked the Minister for Agriculture: Agriculture Schemes

Asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the amount allocated to TAMS in each of the years 2019 to 2025; the outturn; the amount allocated in...

Mayo · April 29, 2026

Keira Keogh TD asked the Minister for Education: Departmental Inquiries

Asked the Minister for Education and Youth further to Parliamentary Question No. 1407 of 14 April 2026, when a decision will be made on the redesignation of a...

Longford · April 29, 2026

Micheál Carrigy TD asked the Minister for Enterprise: Industrial Development

Asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment for an update on the securing of a site in Longford by the IDA for an advance factory.

Manorhamilton · April 29, 2026 Also covered in Drumkeerin

Scale of proposed Leitrim wind farm 'is like nothing we would have ever seen in the area before'

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...

Leitrim · April 29, 2026

Saw Doctors headline Night and Day Festival for biggest year yet

Saw Doctors, DJ Jenny Greene and Imelda May lead biggest Night and Day line-up yet One of the west of Ireland’s fastest-growing festivals is preparing for its...

Carrick-On-Shannon · April 29, 2026

Proposal seeks 24-hour gym and residential units in Leitrim town

A planning application has been submitted to Leitrim County Council proposing the development of a gym, 26 residential units and 29 letting suites, with...

Carrick-On-Shannon · April 29, 2026 Also covered in Elphin

Hammer wielded by man after he was refused entry in Leitrim

Judge says accused gets “one opportunity” to engage with supports when he appeared at Carrick-on-Shannon District Court Michael Healy, of 28 Hazelwood Park,...

Sligo · April 29, 2026

Calls for funding commitment as Sligo-Leitrim autism service demand grows

Demand surges for Sligo–Leitrim autism support service as referrals rise sharply, but uncertainty remains over long-term funding beyond 2026. Demand is...

Leitrim · April 29, 2026

Those protesting 'felt that they hadn't a voice' - Leitrim haulier speaks on new supports

New package including a €120 million Road Transporters Support Scheme and a separate €100 million Fuel Support Scheme for farmers, agricultural contractors...

Carrick-On-Shannon · April 29, 2026

Late-night row and garda pepper spray led to contested hearing in Leitrim court

Carrick-on-Shannon District Court heard sharply conflicting accounts before €500 fine imposed Carrick-on-Shannon District Court heard sharply contested...

Cavan · April 29, 2026

Brendan Smith TD spoke in the Dáil: Engagement with the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science

Brendan Smith TD (Fianna Fáil, Cavan-Monaghan) contributed to the debate on “Engagement with the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research,...

Monaghan · April 29, 2026

Brendan Smith TD spoke in the Dáil: Engagement with the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science

Brendan Smith TD (Fianna Fáil, Cavan-Monaghan) contributed to the debate on “Engagement with the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research,...

Longford · April 29, 2026

Micheál Carrigy TD spoke in the Dáil: Living Arrangements for Persons with Disabilities: Discussion (Resumed)

Micheál Carrigy TD (Fine Gael, Longford-Westmeath) contributed to the debate on “Living Arrangements for Persons with Disabilities: Discussion (Resumed)”.

Westmeath · April 29, 2026

Micheál Carrigy TD spoke in the Dáil: Living Arrangements for Persons with Disabilities: Discussion (Resumed)

Micheál Carrigy TD (Fine Gael, Longford-Westmeath) contributed to the debate on “Living Arrangements for Persons with Disabilities: Discussion (Resumed)”.

Mayo · April 29, 2026

Paul Lawless TD spoke in the Dáil: Fertiliser Input Costs in the Agricultural Sector: Discussion

Paul Lawless TD (Aontú, Mayo) contributed to the debate on “Fertiliser Input Costs in the Agricultural Sector: Discussion”.

Donegal · April 29, 2026

Pat the Cope Gallagher TD spoke in the Dáil: Community Enterprise Sector: Discussion

Pat the Cope Gallagher TD (Fianna Fáil, Donegal) contributed to the debate on “Community Enterprise Sector: Discussion”.

Carrick-On-Shannon · April 28, 2026

Free breakfast briefing on building new homes in Leitrim, 27 February

Home Building Finance Ireland and Leitrim County Council are hosting a morning session for developers, builders and financiers at the Landmark Hotel in...

Mullingar · April 28, 2026

Micheál Carrigy TD asked the Minister for Health: Hospital Waiting Lists

Asked the Minister for Health the reason for the delay in providing a rehabilitation bed at St. Mary’s Mullingar for a person (details supplied); if she is...

Roscommon · April 28, 2026

Martin Daly TD asked the Minister for Enterprise: Planning Issues

Asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment if he will provide an update on the IDA’s application for planning permission for a factory on its...

Ballinasloe · April 28, 2026

Martin Daly TD asked the Minister for Enterprise: Planning Issues

Asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment if he will provide an update on the IDA’s application for planning permission for a factory on its...

Leitrim · April 28, 2026

Marian Harkin TD asked the Minister for Education: School Curriculum

Asked the Minister for Education and Youth if there are plans to offer Irish Sign Language as a Leaving Certificate subject; if so, the timeline for same; and...

Sligo · April 28, 2026

Marian Harkin TD asked the Minister for Education: School Curriculum

Asked the Minister for Education and Youth if there are plans to offer Irish Sign Language as a Leaving Certificate subject; if so, the timeline for same; and...

Longford · April 28, 2026

Peter Burke TD spoke in the Dáil: Strengthening Workers' Rights: Motion [Private Members]

Peter Burke TD (Fine Gael, Longford-Westmeath) contributed to the motion on “Strengthening Workers' Rights: Motion [Private Members]”.

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