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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 Also covered in Monaghan

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 Also covered in Westmeath

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”.

Enniskillen · April 28, 2026

Dutch woman offered €30k surety for friend after reading news article on €60m drugs seizure

A Dutch national's application to stand as an independent surety for a man awaiting trial on drugs conspiracy charges has been rejected by the Special...

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 Also covered in Ballinasloe

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 Also covered in Sligo

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 Also covered in Westmeath

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]”.

Donegal · April 28, 2026

Pearse Doherty TD spoke in the Dáil: Our Rural Future: Statements

Pearse Doherty TD (Sinn Féin, Donegal) contributed to the statement on “Our Rural Future: Statements”.

Leitrim · April 28, 2026 Also covered in Sligo

Frankie Feighan TD spoke in the Dáil: Consular Services

Frankie Feighan TD (Fine Gael, Sligo-Leitrim) contributed to the debate on “Consular Services”.

Kinlough · April 28, 2026

GALLERY: Quirky and cosy three bedroom house could be yours for €110,000

A quirky and cosy three bed detached house in Drummans, Glenade, Largydonnell, Leitrim, set on over half an acre of land could be yours for just €110,000. The...

Bornacoola · April 28, 2026 Also covered in Castlebar

Boornacoola quiz team take home gold at Scór Sinsear All Ireland finals

The team was made up of Gearard Reilly, Noel Carr and father and son duo Aidan and Paul Dockery. Bornacoola Tráth na gCeist team from Leitrim were crowned All...

Leitrim · April 28, 2026

WEATHER: Warmest in the West! Leitrim and West to see best weather this week

There will be highest temperatures of 13 to 19 degrees, warmest in the West and coolest in the East The weather will be warmest in Leitrim and the West today...

Carrick-On-Shannon · April 28, 2026

GPs voice concerns about introduction of paid parking at Flynn's Field car park

A statement signed by GPs Jonathan Egan, Orla Fitzpatrick, David Greene, Trish Noonan, said they believe the move will lead to an increased risk of displaced...

Ballinamore · April 28, 2026

PICTURES: Stunning photography exhibition coming to Leitrim town

The exhibition brings together four photographers in a unique “joint solo” format, where each artist presents an individual body of work while contributing to...

Kinlough · April 28, 2026

Calls for centre line on 'exceptionally busy' Leitrim road refused

Leitrim County Council confirms no linemarking will be done on busy local road despite safety concerns, with signage options to be investigated. Linemarking...

Leitrim Village · April 28, 2026

'It was always on the bucket list': Leitrim man climbs Mount Everest

Leitrim Village native, Damian Whitney, made the tough climb to Mount Everest base camp to celebrate his fiftieth birthday Damian Whitney from Leitrim Village...

Leitrim · April 28, 2026

Leitrim County Council lead the way with Tech Apprenticeship programme to upskill staff

Leitrim County Council is leading the way and has successfully used the FIT (Fastrack into Information Technology) Tech Apprenticeship programme to upskill an...

Cavan · April 28, 2026 Also covered in Monaghan

Matt Carthy TD spoke in the Dáil: Supports for and Experiences of Victims of Crime: Discussion

Matt Carthy TD (Sinn Féin, Cavan-Monaghan) contributed to the debate on “Supports for and Experiences of Victims of Crime: Discussion”.

Mayo · April 28, 2026

Keira Keogh TD spoke in the Dáil: Artificial Intelligence, Defence, Security and Cybersecurity: Discussion (Resumed)

Keira Keogh TD (Fine Gael, Mayo) contributed to the debate on “Artificial Intelligence, Defence, Security and Cybersecurity: Discussion (Resumed)”.

Donegal · April 28, 2026

Charles Ward TD spoke in the Dáil: Seaweed Harvesting and Licensing: Discussion

Charles Ward TD (100% RDR, Donegal) contributed to the debate on “Seaweed Harvesting and Licensing: Discussion”.

Donegal · April 27, 2026

Ex-army captain fails in bid to jump up council pay scale

A former Defence Forces captain has failed in a claim against Donegal County Council at the Workplace Relations Commission regarding his starting salary....

Charlestown · April 27, 2026

Shift to card payments saw service station worker unfairly dismissed

A service station operator in Charlestown, County Mayo, has been ordered to pay €1,250 in compensation to a former employee following a determination by the...

Ballyconnell · April 27, 2026

Man admits to murdering mother, attempted murder of father

A 32-year-old man from Ballyconnell, County Cavan, has pleaded guilty to murder and attempted murder before the Central Criminal Court. Danny Heyneman...

Cloone · April 27, 2026 Also covered in Ballinamore

“Forestry companies have a lot to answer for”

The damage being done to roads in South Leitrim was highlighted The damage being done to roads in South Leitrim as a result of the activity of a number of...

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