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Mayo · May 07, 2026

Rose Conway-Walsh TD asked the Minister for Defence: Defence Forces

Asked the Minister for Defence the additional defence and security costs that will arise from protecting the Celtic Interconnector; whether the Defence Forces...

Roscommon · May 07, 2026 Also covered in Galway

Claire Kerrane TD asked the Minister for Justice: Coroners Service

Asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration when the Coroner Report for 2025 will be published by his Department; the reason it has not been...

Leitrim · May 07, 2026 Also covered in Sligo

Martin Kenny TD spoke in the Dáil: Cost of Living Mini-Budget: Motion [Private Members]

Martin Kenny TD (Sinn Féin, Sligo-Leitrim) contributed to the motion on “Cost of Living Mini-Budget: Motion [Private Members]”.

Longford · May 07, 2026 Also covered in Westmeath

Robert Troy TD spoke in the Dáil: Cost of Living Mini-Budget: Motion [Private Members]

Robert Troy TD (Fianna Fáil, Longford-Westmeath) contributed to the motion on “Cost of Living Mini-Budget: Motion [Private Members]”.

Roscommon · May 07, 2026

League Final defeat made Leitrim hungry says captain Michelle Guckian

TG4 Connacht LGFA IFC Final reaction: There is a mantra that you learn more in defeat than victory and if that is the case, Leitrim certainly heeded the...

Leitrim · May 07, 2026

Leitrim HAP tenants making large top up payments to landlords

The large top ups that Leitrim tenants must pay to landlords under the HAP scheme was highlighted this week The large top ups that Leitrim tenants must pay to...

Carrick-On-Shannon · May 07, 2026

Leitrim being urged to come out and support the FTD Brothers this Sunday

Jordan and Cian Adams have already raised more than £1 million for their non-profit foundation and the Alzheimer Society of Ireland Leitrim people are being...

Leitrim · May 07, 2026

Need for oversight of home care in Leitrim

The issue of private home care services in Leitrim was highlighted at this week's County Council meeting. The issue of private home care services in Leitrim...

Leitrim · May 07, 2026

​From Leitrim to the Big Apple, St. Brigid’s G4M&O headed for New York!

St Brigid’s Gaelic 4 Mothers & Others launch fundraising campaign for New York trip next October St. Brigid’s Gaelic 4 Mothers and Others (G4M&O) are swapping...

Sligo · May 07, 2026

Leitrim stroke patient discharged from hospital despite house undergoing reconstruction

Sligo-Leitrim TD Martin Kenny raised the case of the man during a recent Dáil session A County Leitrim man who suffered a stroke was discharged from hospital...

Leitrim · May 07, 2026

South Leitrim communities to benefit as water main upgrade works commence

The project will see the replacement of 1.6km of ageing water mains with new and modern pipes. Communities in Castlefore and Drumlitten will benefit from...

Annaduff · May 07, 2026

​Vivienne Egan banishes injury memories of 2024 with 1-1 in TG4 Connacht LGFA IFC Final

TG4 Connacht LGFA IFC Final: Annaduff player suffered ruptured ACL in 2024 Final Two years after suffering a horror injury against Roscommon in the Connacht...

Carrick-On-Shannon · May 07, 2026

'Serious mistake': Strong objection lodged over proposed gym and housing development in Leitrim

A strong objection has been lodged against plans for a 24-hour gym and apartments in Carrick-on-Shannon, citing traffic congestion and road safety. A strong...

Carrick-On-Shannon · May 07, 2026

Leitrim Gardaí appeal for information following a series of criminal damage incidents

Leitrim Gardaí are appealing for information following a number of incidents in the South Leitrim area Gardaí in Leitrim are appealing for information...

Roscommon · May 07, 2026 Also covered in Galway

Claire Kerrane TD spoke in the Dáil: Safety and Well-being of Children Online: Discussion (Resumed)

Claire Kerrane TD (Sinn Féin, Roscommon-Galway) contributed to the debate on “Safety and Well-being of Children Online: Discussion (Resumed)”.

Sligo · May 06, 2026

Gill's lawyers served with documents covering 'every interaction' with State, court hears

Jonathan Gill, aged 44 and with an address in Clontarf, Dublin, appeared before the High Court in relation to an extradition warrant issued by Belfast...

Castlerea · May 06, 2026 Also covered in Foxford

Judge asks for information on allegation that garda photographed whistleblower in court

A High Court judge has requested information regarding an allegation that a senior garda photographed a whistleblower and three accompanying individuals...

Roscommon · May 06, 2026 Also covered in Galway

Michael Fitzmaurice TD asked the Minister for Transport: Driver Licences

Asked the Minister for Transport when he plans to introduce a reciprocal driving licence exchange agreement between Ireland and the United States of America,...

Sligo · May 06, 2026

Eamon Scanlon TD asked the Minister for Climate: Construction Industry

Asked the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment the current status of the Government's proposed Circularity Roadmap for the Construction Sector;...

Longford · May 06, 2026 Also covered in Westmeath

Sorca Clarke TD asked the Minister for Foreign: Diplomatic Representation

Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if she has plans to open a new Irish Consulate General in Muscat, Oman.

Mayo · May 06, 2026

Paul Lawless TD spoke in the Dáil: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business

Paul Lawless TD (Aontú, Mayo) contributed to the orderofbusiness on “An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business”.

Leitrim · May 06, 2026

Leitrim set for Saturday evening Tailteann Cup clash with Down

Tailteann Cup: First round clash set for Newry's Pairc Esler on Saturday May 16, at 6 pm Leitrim fans face a late return from Newry's Pairc Esler after the...

Sligo · May 06, 2026

People in Leitrim struggling to get home carers to look after sick and elderly

Sinn Féin TD Martin Kenny spoke on the subject during a recent debate on workers' rights People in County Leitrim are struggling to find home carers to look...

Manorhamilton · May 06, 2026

Thirty years of magic: A Gala celebration for The Glens Arts Centre in Manorhamilton

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...

Sligo · May 06, 2026

Over €1m in funding for free school books across Leitrim to remove 'financial strain' for parents

In Leitrim, 37 schools and 3,908 pupils will benefit from €312,640 in funding and at post primary level, 7 schools with 3,040 pupils are to be benefit from...

Leitrim · May 06, 2026

'Why did you think it was OK to put my life at risk?' Leitrim councillor recommends 'Kids court'

"Kids Court" is a road safety initiative in Northern Ireland where children aged 10–11 confront drivers caught speeding outside their schools, forcing them to...

Ballinamore · May 06, 2026

RTÉ Journalist behind famous Leitrim ‘No Comment’ report passes away

RTÉ journalist Brendan O'Brien has passed away at the age of 82 Former RTE journalist Brendan O’Brien, the reporter behind the famous ‘no comment’ RTE report...

Ballinamore · May 06, 2026

Former convent in Leitrim could become aparthotel under new plans

A planning application has been submitted for the conversion of a former convent in Ballinamore into an aparthotel, including a café, restaurant and...

Leitrim · May 06, 2026

Willie's life behind the camera honoured by Leitrim County Council

Leitrim Observer photographer Willie Donnellan was honoured by Leitrim County Council this week Leitrim Observer photographer Willie Donnellan was honoured by...

Cavan · May 06, 2026 Also covered in Monaghan

David Maxwell TD spoke in the Dáil: Building Climate Resilience and Flood Risk Adaptation: Discussion (Resumed)

David Maxwell TD (Fine Gael, Cavan-Monaghan) contributed to the debate on “Building Climate Resilience and Flood Risk Adaptation: Discussion (Resumed)”.

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