Election candidate says increased female representation and more political parties are needed on Leitrim Council
The Labour Party candidate that will select next year’s local elections in north Leitrim says greater party representation and more women are needed on Leitrim County Council. The Labour Party has confirmed that Bernie Linnane, has been selected to run for the local election in the Manorhamilton Municipal District.…
Leitrim’s Peter McDermott laid to rest this afternoon
The funeral of a Leitrim man who died following an assault in Westport has taken place today. Peter McDermott was laid to rest this afternoon in Murrisk Cemetery, in Co. Mayo. Mr McDermott passed away at Mayo University Hospital on Sunday from injuries received in a street incident which gardai…
Leitrim Vice Principal warns that shortage of teachers could lead to less subject choice for students
A Leitrim based secondary school vice principal is warning that the choice of subjects available to students in the new academic year could be impacted by the shortage of teachers. The warning comes as calls are being made on the Department of Education to immediately announce it’ll give teachers…
Regional Health Forum West hears concerns over how the region would respond to major emergencies
A Leitrim Councillor has reiterated his calls for adequate planning to be put in place so that a proper medical response will be ready to cater for any emergencies that may arise festival and concerts in the North West Councillor Felim Gurn, aired his concerns at a meeting of…
Single Road Traffic Collision reported close to Kiltyclogher turnoff on N16
Gardai in North Leitrim are attending the scene of a single vehicle road traffic collision on the N16 between Manorhamilton and Blacklion. The incident is reported to have taken place close to the turn off for Kiltyclogher. As a result the road is down to one lane with…
Frustration expressed in Manorhamilton over traffic issues
Some residents in Manorhamilton have expressed their frustration over traffic issues in the town. There are said to be ongoing problems with heavy duty vehicles, particularly in the Bee Park Road area. Councillor Felim Gurn believes that the route needs to be looked at with a view towards upgrading it.…
Manorhamilton farmer appointed new Leitrim IFA Chairperson
Manorhamilton Farmer Liam Gilligan has been appointed as the new Chairperson of the Leitrim branch of the IFA. The sheep and suckler farmer is also well-known from his involvement with the Manorhamilton Agricultural Show where he held the position as Chairman. Mr. Gilligan brings a wealth of experience to the…