Leitrim news

St Brigid's celebrate AIB Connacht LGFA Club Final success - GALLERY

AIB CONNACHT LGFA JUNIOR FC CLUB FINAL PICTURE GALLERY

Brilliant St Brigid's storm to AIB Connacht LGFA Junior Club title with devastating display

AIB CONNACHT LGFA JUNIOR CLUB FC FINAL: ST BRIGID’S LEITRIM 2-17 SHAMROCK GAELS 3-6

Carrick celebrate victory in Connacht Gold Leitrim Hurling Championship Final - GALLERY

Connacht Gold Leitrim Senior Hurling Championship Final picture gallery

Carrick capture 39th Leitrim SHC title as Dhani Keane goal sinks Cluainín

‘We were lucky to be loved by this beautiful man’ Dónal Lunny’s funeral hears

Tributes were paid to the Irish traditional musician at his funeral on Saturday.

‘Firearm’ aimed at gardai in Dublin

It came as a cyclist was being pursued by two gardai in Dublin city centre in the early hours of Saturday.

Call for independent group for pay talks after impasse reached

It comes after 10 days of intensive talks on public sector pay, and threats of further strike action.

Pensioner dies following road accident in Co Kilkenny

The man, aged in his 70s, was a pedestrian.

Man dies after attack at centre housing migrants in Ireland

A second man was also injured during the incident in Tralee, Co Kerry, while a man in his 40s has been arrested.

Man dies after assault in Tralee

Gardaí are appealing for information that may assist their investigation.

Free road safety event to be held in Leitrim ahead of winter

The free event at The Den in Ballinamore will offer practical road safety advice for drivers, pedestrians, cyclists and e-bike and e-scooter users ahead of winter.

Funeral of Irish traditional musician Dónal Lunny to take place

His funeral is scheduled for St Conleth’s Parish Church in Newbridge, Co Kildare.

Unions consider new strike after public sector pay talks adjourned without deal

Hundreds of thousands of public sector workers participated in a nationwide strike in October.

Gallagher Group renews Leitrim GAA sponsorship through to 2029

New Leitrim jersey featuring Gallagher logo to be unveiled on Saturday November 7

My Chemical Romance’s The Black Parade tops album chart 20 years after release

The record has been reissued to celebrate its 20th anniversary.

Three men who planned to bomb mosque jailed in Dublin

The three men all entered guilty pleas earlier this year.

Not ‘going to be easy’ for Ireland to return to Eurovision, RTÉ boss says

RTÉ boss Kevin Bakhurst also said he does not believe it will be possible for organisers to remove Israel from the competition.

‘Very significant’ increase in CUH workforce has to be ‘tempered’

Clinical directors at Cork University Hospital urged Micheál Martin to order an independent assessment of its staffing needs.

RTÉ boss ‘careful about trampling’ on competitors

Kevin Bakhurst said he was annoyed that ‘unfair criticism’ had been thrown at RTÉ.

BUSTED: RTE's new three-part documentary dives deep into Ireland's biggest drug busts

An exciting new in-depth RTE documentary into Ireland’s biggest drug busts is set to air very soon

Public sector unions say ‘no alternative’ to another strike if pay talks fail

The proposed date of the next nationwide walkout would be Wednesday November 11.

Gerry Farrell brings hilarious nursing home comedy HOQIA to Leitrim stages

A Comedy that takes a light-hearted look at nursing home inspections, bureaucracy and the realities of caring for people with dementia

Residents ‘very happy’ at Leitrim disability centre, report finds

A positive HIQA report has highlighted the quality of care at Ballinamore Supported Accommodation, where residents said they were very happy living there.

Garda work-to-rule highlights ‘increase in chaos’ in justice system – Sinn Féin

Matt Carthy also cited the criminal legal aid dispute and prison overcrowding ‘on Jim O’Callaghan’s watch’.

Met Éireann reveals Halloween 2026 weather forecast with good news for most counties

Good news for most trick-or-treaters this Halloween with a promising Met Eireann weather forecast

Police investigate report of ‘assault’ against cleric in Armagh

It comes following an incident involving Enoch Burke.

Homeless figures not published because of industrial action – department

Public sector workers are engaged in a work-to-rule action and also participated in a nationwide strike earlier this month.

Irish learner drivers warned over major new rule change coming into place very soon

These major changes will soon apply to learner permit holders in Ireland

Leitrim households face longest distances to fuel stations in Ireland

Leitrim households face the longest distances to fuel stations in Ireland, with new CSO statistics also highlighting limited access to frequent bus services.

Carrick-on-Shannon restaurants nominated for awards

Two Carrick-on-Shannon based restaurants have been nominated for the Good Food Ireland Award

An Irish Goodbye... from Nijmegen: ‘Some people pay more for a room in a shared house in Dublin than I do for my apartment’

Leitrim student Ana Cullen moved to the Netherlands in 2019, where she is now completing her master’s degree

Shoe insole could ease pain for those living with skin condition

People with the most common variant of epidermolysis bullosa endure severe blisters on their feet, even after short walks.

PHOTOS: Irish music legend Dónal Lunny's lasting legacy in Leitrim

Dónal Lunny, who passed away aged 79, made a lasting impact on Leitrim’s music scene through collaborations with local musicians and the Leitrim Equation. Photos by Brian Farrell.

Leitrim star McNulty helps launch Londis partnership with UCD GAA

Glencar Manorhamilton player hopes for better fortune in Sigerson Cup after injury plagued last two campaigns

Commissioner to meet Horkan family

Commissioner Justin Kelly has committed to meeting the family of murdered Detective Garda Colm Horkan.

Garda work-to-rule directed for major EU Presidency events

Rank-and-file gardaí are to engage in a work-to-rule action during the biggest days of the EU Presidency.

Mullooly pushes for suspension of packaging rules for small Leitrim businesses

Ciaran Mullooly MEP has backed proposals to ease costly EU packaging requirements for small Irish businesses

DUP ‘blocked’ Michelle O’Neill from engaging with Irish president

It has also been claimed that the meeting with Catherine Connolly in October was just postponed.

Sinn Féin TDs interviewed by police over Garvaghy Road protest

Pearse Doherty and Matt Carthy attended a police station in Belfast for interview on Thursday afternoon.

Macklemore says he has ‘endless love’ for supporters of Free Palestine tour

The rapper said he ‘couldn’t have imagined a better place to begin this tour’.

Gardaí say reported drug-related intimidation just ‘tip of the iceberg’

Commissioner Justin Kelly said drug-related intimidation has ‘been around for a long time’ and has led to death.

‘Dead wedding’ Halloween theme transforms Dublin home

The display draws scores of people to the area including schoolchildren and this year is in aid of Breast Cancer Ireland.

Gardaí ‘dealing with more mental health interventions than ever’

Commissioner Justin Kelly said mental health interventions are taking gardaí away from frontline policing.

Social Democrat TD Whitmore calls for data centre public register

Jennifer Whitmore said the growth of the centres had been ‘shrouded in secrecy’.

U2 announce two London gigs next summer on Greatest Show On Earth tour

They will play Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on June 18 and 19.

Burke banned from going within 100 metres of school

The High Court in Dublin also heard that he now owes 238,268.18 euro in fines.

Leitrim Actor Michael McLoughlin takes on Scrooge in Christmas production

The Breffni Players bring Dickens’ A Christmas Carol to St Mary’s Hall this November with a cast of 40 performers

Leitrim's forgotten voices brought back to life at Dromod history night

Paul Kangley will bring decades of recorded interviews, historical photographs and forgotten stories of Leitrim to a free history night at Cox's Bar this Thursday

Ireland is capable and prepared to protect EU leaders at Dublin summits – Harris

The city will host two major events in two days next month as part of Ireland’s ongoing presidency of the EU Council.

Simon Harris rejects ‘characterisation’ of phone call with Patrick O’Donovan

The Tánaiste confirmed he spoke to the culture minister shortly before Mr O’Donovan fell ill at a conference in Limerick and was taken to hospital.

Pakistani Golfers Ireland raise €10,000 for Leitrim primary school

Members of Pakistani Golfers Ireland presented a €10,000 cheque to Scoil Mhuire Naofa, Carrigallen National School, raised through the annual Pakistan Golf Cup.

Leitrim woman scoops prestigious national women in STEM award

Leitrim STEM festival founder recognised for outstanding impact on STEM education

Dry Eye Disease: ‘My dry eye presented slowly and then all at once. Within days, I had a permanent feeling of grit in my eyes and an inability to produce tears’

The common eye condition that affects an estimated one in four adults has many causes, one being hours spent staring at a screen, and can cause sensitivity, blurred vision and extreme discomfort

Celebrity Traitors to reveal who has been banished as series finale approaches

Friday’s episode concluded before revealing who had been eliminated.

More than a quarter of adults have experienced sexual violence – report

Women, younger adults, bisexual individuals and gay men face significantly higher risks, while most perpetrators are known to victims, it found.

Taoiseach says new initiative needed for defining debate on Irish unity

Micheál Martin criticised rhetoric over the ‘inevitability’ of Irish unification.

Check out Willie Donnellan's gallery of crowd pics from Sunday's Connacht Gold Leitrim SFC Final replay

Connacht Gold Leitrim SFC Final Replay fans picture gallery

More than end-of-life care: The work of North West Hospice

From education and bereavement support to a new hospice building, Olive McTague outlines how North West Hospice continues to care for families across the region.

Leitrim Cllr calls for cuts to carbon tax and VAT on home heating oil

The councillor says removing these levies would help locals pay for spiralling heating costs

​It’s County Final day - if your leg is hanging off you, you’ve got to go for it - Tom Prior

Connaht Gold Leitrim SFC Final Man of the Match Tom Prior

Sinn Fein TD backs Ó Snodaigh who chairs charity in money-laundering probe

There is no suggestion of wrongdoing on Mr Ó Snodaigh’s behalf and the Dublin TD is not under criminal investigation.

Jessie Buckley and Tobias Menzies among stars lined up for Royal Court Theatre

Oscar-winning actress Buckley will star in Nina Segal’s play Afterbirth.

Leitrim gardaí warn of bogus callers targeting vulnerable people

Leitrim gardaí are urging residents to stay vigilant against bogus callers and rogue traders, particularly those who target vulnerable people and those living alone.

Vacant pub in Leitrim to be converted into three accommodation units

Halloween in Leitrim: Five chilling tales of ghosts, curses and dark histories

From the haunted ruins of Manorhamilton Castle to the White Lady of Lough Rynn and the phantom coach of Fenagh Abbey, Leitrim has no shortage of chilling tales

Justice Minister and Law Society agree engagement to resolve legal aid dispute

Both sides met at the Department of Justice on Wednesday morning.

RIP: Tributes paid to Leitrim woman who was ‘so kind to everyone’

Philomena (Phil) Egan (née Lynch) has been remembered as a ‘wonderful friend’ and a ‘brilliant nurse’ following her passing on Tuesday, October 20.

Tánaiste confirms he made ‘routine’ call to Patrick O’Donovan on day he fell ill

Simon Harris rejected a suggestion he had asked the Culture Minister to consider his position in the phone call.

This unusual VPN has slashed its subscription price by 75% (aff)

Scientists who met at CERN helped create it, and some of its servers sit on a former military base. But it’s the 75% discount that might first catch your attention

Rising Cork band Pebbledash set for Halloween gig at The Dock

One of Ireland's most exciting emerging bands, Pebbledash, will take to the stage at The Dock in Carrick-on-Shannon on Friday, October 30

Sinn Féin sets out ‘constructive’ support for citizenship reform

Sinn Féin has set out qualified support for Government proposals on citizenship.

Macklemore: Free Palestine show was ‘one of most beautiful moments’ of my life

The 43-year-old – real name Benjamin Haggerty – said he had ‘tears in my eyes’ for the entirety of Monday night’s sold-out show at the 3Arena.

Man appears in court charged with murder of woman in Dublin suburb

Loredana Morosanu was found dead at a property in Melville Terrace, Finglas, shortly after 4.30am on Monday.

Vacant pub in Leitrim town to be transformed into three homes

Planning permission has been granted to transform Gordon’s Cosy Corner in Mohill, which closed in last year, into three individual homes.

New research reveals the 'vampire appliances' in your home that are 'power-hungry'

These everyday household appliances are racking up a hefty €300 a year when left on standby

Criminal legal aid dispute ‘can be resolved’, Taoiseach says

Minister Jim O’Callaghan is due to meet with the Law Society this week amid a row over how criminal defence solicitors are paid under legal aid.

Former president’s comments on neutrality ‘unfair’, Taoiseach says

It was ‘unfair’ for former president Michael D Higgins to warn Ireland was sliding into military alliances, Micheál Martin said.

Mullooly sets out seven essential CAP protections for Leitrim farmers

Ciaran Mullooly MEP has called on the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine to secure seven essential protections

Gardai issue update following the discovery of a female body in a residence in Dublin

A man has been arrested in connection with the discovery of a body found at a residence in Finglas, Dublin

‘A new low’ – Thomas Byrne hits out at former president and opposition TDs

The Minister of State for European Affairs and Defence was speaking ahead of a Ireland-Belarus conference.

Popular school bus driver retires after 19 years on Elphin route

A familiar face to generations of schoolchildren has retired after nearly two decades driving the Bus Éireann school bus to Elphin

RIP: 'She was a firecracker' - Young Irish woman living in Australia dies suddenly

A young Irish woman living in Perth, Australia, has died suddenly and unexpectedly

Girl reported missing from Arva

Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of Megan O’Brien (16)

From GAA clubs to playgrounds: Breakdown of €720,000 in Leitrim community loans

Community Finance Ireland has revealed some of the Leitrim organisations to benefit from its lending, supporting projects ranging from sports facilities and playgrounds to community centres and environmental initiatives.

€100,000 Amazon grants programme returns to support Leitrim organisations

Creative charities in Leitrim are being invited to apply for grants as part of the €100,000 Regional Creatives Fund Ireland

GALLERY: North Leitrim men's shed 30-year celebration

The event included live music, dancing, drama, and a comedy skit from the Men's Shed members themselves.

Macklemore delivers speech about power of music at first Free Palestine gig

The 43-year-old announced the concerts last month.

RIP: Pedestrian in her 60s tragically killed in road collision near shopping centre

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to a fatal road traffic collision in which a pedestrian was killed

Cllr Gilmartin Welcomes TidyTowns Funding for North Leitrim

Independent councillor James Gilmartin has welcomed the allocation of funding to TidyTowns groups across North Leitrim

North Leitrim Men's Shed celebrates 30 years with night of Music and Drama

The event included live music, dancing, drama, and a comedy skit from the Men's Shed members themselves.

North Leitrim company meet with British Ambassador

Manorhamilton baseed company, CampusConnect, was recently invited to meet with the British Ambassador

Relief and ecstasy for Ballinamore captain after Leitrim championship win

“A person from Ballinamore just came over and shook my hand and said, ‘Hard luck,’ and he said, ‘Third time lucky,’ and I only kind of registered it then, like, we have to go again.”

Over €400,000 awarded to Leitrim Erasmus+ projects last year

Midlands North West MEP, Nina Carberry, has welcomed this week's European Parliament vote

Gardaí appeal for information about missing person in Leitrim

It is believed that the missing woman may be in the Carrick-on-Shannon area

‘Safety hazard’: Call for action on deteriorating Leitrim road

A call has been made for urgent repairs to the L6001 at Tullaghan, where poor road conditions are increasing vehicle wear and tear.

Leitrim Gardaí catch driver massively exceeding speed limit in Bank Holiday weekend operation

The driver was one of over 3000 drivers caught travelling over the speed limit across the country during the weekend

Ballinamore's first-time goalkeeper 'delighted' after Leitrim senior final win

A clean sheet and a senior championship - A successful first day at the office for Aherne

PICTURES: Stunning Leitrim landscapes captured in competition to feature in 2027 calendar

Leitrim tourism has revealed the finalists in their photography competition, with the winner to feature in the 2027 Leitrim Tourism Calendar

Relentless Aughnasheelin squeeze the life from Kiltubrid to claim Fresh Today Leitrim Junior title

FRESH TODAY JUNIOR A FC FINAL: AUGHNASHEELIN 2-5 KILTUBRID 1-6

Driven Ballinamore make no mistake second time round to claim Connacht Gold Leitrim SFC title

CONNACHT GOLD LEITRIM SFC FINAL REPLAY: BALLINAMORE SEAN O’HESLINS 3-14 FENAGH ST CAILLINS 0-15