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Leitrim · April 16, 2026

Love Where You Live 2026 awards now open in Leitrim

Nominate yourself or your group for the Love Where You Live 2026 awards — applications close 18 May. Gen Z Impact Award available for young people aged 13–23.

Leitrim · April 16, 2026

€15.3m Peace Arena funding approved for Shannonside Recreational Campus

Leitrim has secured major PEACEPLUS funding to build the Shannonside Peace Arena, a shared community space set to transform the Upper Shannonside region....

Leitrim · April 16, 2026

Leitrim Council updates development plan: have your say by May 13

Leitrim County Council is updating its development plan in response to new national housing guidelines. You can view the proposals and make submissions until...

Leitrim · April 16, 2026

Cross-border farm biodiversity grants up to €2,500: Apply by April 22

Leitrim farmers and landowners can apply for up to €2,500 to improve biodiversity on their land through a cross-border programme. Information evening in...

Leitrim · April 16, 2026

St. Patrick's Day water safety alert: Coast Guard urges caution near water

Irish Coast Guard, RNLI, and Water Safety Ireland warn of drowning risks as St. Patrick's Day celebrations approach, with advice on staying safe near water.

Carrick-On-Shannon · April 16, 2026

CLÁR 2026 funding now open for Leitrim community projects

Leitrim County Council is accepting applications for funding to develop community facilities and amenities in rural areas. Deadline: 4pm Thursday 14 May 2026.

Carrick-On-Shannon · April 16, 2026

Carrick on Shannon Pay Parking Bye-Laws: Council seeks public feedback by April 28

Leitrim County Council is proposing new parking control bye-laws for Carrick on Shannon town centre. You have until April 28 to submit representations.

Drumshanbo · April 16, 2026 Also covered in Carrick-on-Shannon

L-73141 road closed May 11-29 in Gortnawaun for tree felling

The L-73141 in Gortnawaun, Drumshanbo will close for three weeks from May 11 while dangerous trees are felled. Local access will be maintained.

Leitrim · April 16, 2026

Leitrim Council seeks your feedback on Local Economic Plan

Take a five-minute survey to share your views on how Leitrim is delivering on its community priorities. Closes Friday 13 March.

Leitrim · April 16, 2026

Help track red squirrels and pine martens across Ireland in 2026

Leitrim residents can become citizen scientists by reporting woodland mammal sightings as part of a nationwide tracking project throughout 2026.

Sligo · April 16, 2026

Eamon Scanlon TD asked the Minister for Health: Health Services Staff

Asked the Minister for Health to clarify whether there is currently any adult speech and language therapist assigned to County Leitrim, noting that adult...

Roscommon · April 16, 2026

Claire Kerrane TD asked the Minister for Public Expenditure: Heritage Sites

Asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation to provide an update following engagement with an...

Galway · April 16, 2026

Claire Kerrane TD asked the Minister for Public Expenditure: Heritage Sites

Asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation to provide an update following engagement with an...

Cavan · April 16, 2026

Matt Carthy TD asked the Minister for Public Expenditure: Capital Expenditure Programme

Asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation the measures he has introduced to ensure value-for-money...

Monaghan · April 16, 2026

Matt Carthy TD asked the Minister for Public Expenditure: Capital Expenditure Programme

Asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation the measures he has introduced to ensure value-for-money...

Longford · April 16, 2026

Kevin Boxer Moran TD spoke in the Dáil: An Garda Síochána

Kevin Boxer Moran TD (Independent, Longford-Westmeath) contributed to the question on “An Garda Síochána”.

Mayo · April 16, 2026

Alan Dillon TD spoke in the Dáil: Climate Change Policy

Alan Dillon TD (Fine Gael, Mayo) contributed to the question on “Climate Change Policy”.

Westmeath · April 16, 2026

Kevin Boxer Moran TD spoke in the Dáil: An Garda Síochána

Kevin Boxer Moran TD (Independent, Longford-Westmeath) contributed to the question on “An Garda Síochána”.

Leitrim · April 16, 2026

Minor Team Announcement – Connacht Championship Rd5

Team Announcement The Leitrim Minor Football team has been named by managers Danny Beck and Ciarán Kennedy for round 5 of the Electric Ireland Connacht Minor...

Leitrim · April 16, 2026

Manager Ed ​Burke thought Carlow’s luck had run out in extra time but faith in team's ability saw team to Division 4 title

Lidl NFL Division 4 Final reaction: Manager felt Carlow were the better team but struggled to kill off Leitrim challenge Ed Burke was standing on the sideline...

Drumshanbo · April 16, 2026

Work begins on €6.2 million project in Leitrim town

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...

Leitrim · April 16, 2026

Regrets mingle with pride for Garrity as Leitrim battle to the very end of Lidl NFL Division 4 Final

Lidl LGFA NFL Division 4 Final reaction: Leitrim manager felt there should have been more time at end of second half of extra-time after stop-clock issue...

Leitrim · April 16, 2026

Large Leitrim farmhouse with outbuildings goes up for sale for just under 230,000

A two-storey farmhouse surrounded by ‘superb’ views has gone on the market in Leitrim for just under €230,000. The farmhouse, which is situated on two acres...

Leitrim · April 16, 2026

Call for artists as Boyle Arts Festival launches 2026 Arts Trail

Creative call-out as Boyle prepares to turn streets, shopfronts and public spaces into a living gallery this summer Artists from across the region are being...

Manorhamilton · April 16, 2026

Glencar Manorhamilton GAA club pay heartfelt tribute to the late Sean Boylan

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...

Leitrim · April 16, 2026

Leitrim house prices hit grim milestone, according to new figures

Leitrim medium house prices reach over 200,000 according to new data from the CSO Leitrim houses have jumped over €20,000 in the last twelve months, according...

Leitrim · April 16, 2026

Young mother from Leitrim issued with a notice of termination from a landlord

Speaking in the Seanad, Labour Senator Nessa Cosgrove said she believes that homelessness has become normalised The rising number of notices of termination in...

Leitrim · April 16, 2026

Leitrim is the county with the lowest cost for cleaning up after illegal dumping

Leitrim County Council spent €27,166 in clean- up costs, while it received €136,803.18 under the Anti-Dumping Initiative. Leitrim has the lowest cost in the...

Drumkeerin · April 16, 2026

Leitrim principal welcomes new ASD classes in south Leitrim school

The school’s principal Rachel Shannon expressed both pride and relief at the development, highlighting the positive impact it will have on students and...

Cavan · April 16, 2026

GP shortage in Leitrim caused by 'sparse population in rural regions in the North West'

Areas of Leitrim, Donegal, North Mayo parts of Cavan have smaller populations spread over large geographic areas, combined with an ageing GP workforce which...

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