Leitrim Strategy Highlights 1,300 Remote Work Opportunity
A new ten-year strategy identifies potential for 1,300 more remote workers in Leitrim due to improved broadband.
29 Sep 2026 · Leitrim County CouncilCarrick-on-Shannon
Co. Leitrim • 123 stories • Since 01 Oct 2023 • Latest 03 Oct 2026
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03 Oct 2026 latest- deathsDeath notice: Patrick (Paddy Joe) Walsh (Carrick-on-Shannon)
- councilLeitrim Strategy Highlights 1,300 Remote Work Opportunity
- councilExtended Deadline for Rural Water Funding Applications in Leitrim Until 16 October 2026
- deathsDeath notice: Joanna Moss (Carrick-on-Shannon)
- deathsDeath notice: Louis Foley (Carrick-on-Shannon)
- deathsDeath notice: Penny O'Riordan (née Pike) (Carrick-on-Shannon)
- councilLeitrim Council Consultation on Revised Polling Scheme Sept 23 - Oct 28
- councilLeitrim Council Consults on 30km/h Speed Limits in Built-up Areas, Sept 30 - Oct 30
- deathsDeath notice: Maura McNulty (née Keenan) (Carrick-on-Shannon)
- deathsDeath notice: Noel Butler (Carrick-on-Shannon)
- councilNorth Leitrim Glens Run Road Closure Proposed on Park Road, Manorhamilton
- councilLeitrim Council raises local property tax by 25% for 2027 to 2030
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Extended Deadline for Rural Water Funding Applications in Leitrim Until 16 October 2026
Leitrim County Council extends rural water funding application deadline to 16 October 2026 for eligible schemes.
29 Sep 2026 · Leitrim County Council
Leitrim Council Consultation on Revised Polling Scheme Sept 23 - Oct 28
Leitrim County Council is seeking public input on a revised polling scheme until October 28.
22 Sep 2026 · Leitrim County Council
Leitrim Council Consults on 30km/h Speed Limits in Built-up Areas, Sept 30 - Oct 30
Leitrim County Council is seeking public input on proposed 30km/h speed limits in urban areas until October 30.
21 Sep 2026 · Leitrim County CouncilAlso covered in: Ballinamore Manorhamilton Keshcarrigan Ballinaglera
North Leitrim Glens Run Road Closure Proposed on Park Road, Manorhamilton
Leitrim County Council proposes closing Park Road in Manorhamilton on Sunday 11th October from 09:00 to 16:30 for the North Leitrim Glens Run.
17 Sep 2026 · Leitrim County CouncilAlso covered in: Manorhamilton
Leitrim Council raises local property tax by 25% for 2027 to 2030
Leitrim County Council has increased the basic rate of local property tax by 25% for residential properties from 2027 to 2030.
15 Sep 2026 · Leitrim County Council
Leitrim Secures €13.5m for Carrick-on-Shannon Regeneration Projects
Leitrim County Council secures €13.5m for regeneration projects in Carrick-on-Shannon under new national fund.
15 Sep 2026 · Leitrim County Council
Cypriot Art Project at The Market Yard, Carrick-on-Shannon, 20 September
Join a cultural event in Carrick-on-Shannon on 20 September to create a collaborative woven artwork inspired by Cypriot traditions.
14 Sep 2026 · Leitrim County Council
Leitrim Celebrates National Broadband Impact on 14 September in Carrick-on-Shannon
Leitrim County Council hosts event on 14 September in Carrick-on-Shannon to highlight National Broadband Plan's benefits.
07 Sep 2026 · Leitrim County Council
Leitrim completes National Broadband rollout, 12,000 premises connected
Leitrim has completed its National Broadband rollout, connecting 12,000 homes and businesses with high-speed fibre.
07 Sep 2026 · Leitrim County Council
N4 Speed Limit Reduced to 60km/h Near Carrick on Shannon
A 60km/h speed limit will apply on the N4 near Carrick on Shannon from August 31, 2026, to March 5, 2027, or until road works are completed.
17 Aug 2026 · Leitrim County CouncilAlso covered in: Drumkeerin
Proposed Plan Changes on Display Until September 2nd
Leitrim County Council is displaying proposed changes to its development plan until September 2nd, 2026.
05 Aug 2026 · Leitrim County CouncilCommunity
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Leitrim artists go incognito for Jack and Jill Charity Art Sale
Leitrim artists Karen Comerton, Rachel Webb and Catherine Gray are among the contributors donating anonymous artworks to the Incognito 2026 fundraiser. It’s been revealed that a number of Leitrim artists have gone into hiding for this year’s incognito online art sale in aid of the Jack and Ji
11 May 2026 · Leitrim ObserverAlso covered in: Dromahair
Leitrim PPN board vacancies open, nominations close November 30
Nominations are open for seats on the PPN Secretariat, LCDC, Leitrim Development Company Board, and Leitrim Volunteer Centre Board. Deadline: November 30, 2023.
22 Nov 2023 · Leitrim PPN
Love Where You Live 2025 awards ceremony at Lough Rynn Castle tonight
Leitrim PPN and the council celebrate community groups making a difference across the county. Winners announced tonight (Thursday 2 Oct) at Lough Rynn Castle in Mohill—applications for 2026 awards open early next year.
01 Oct 2023 · Leitrim PPNAlso covered in: Mohill Ballinamore Manorhamilton Bornacoola
Deaths
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Death notice: Patrick (Paddy Joe) Walsh (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Patrick (Paddy Joe) Walsh of Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Patrick (Paddy Joe) Walsh
03 Oct 2026 · RIP.ie
Death notice: Joanna Moss (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Joanna Moss of Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Joanna Moss
28 Sep 2026 · RIP.ie
Death notice: Louis Foley (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Louis Foley of Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Louis Foley
28 Sep 2026 · RIP.ie
Death notice: Penny O'Riordan (née Pike) (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Penny O'Riordan (née Pike) of Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Penny O'Riordan (née Pike)
26 Sep 2026 · RIP.ie
Death notice: Maura McNulty (née Keenan) (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Maura McNulty (née Keenan) of Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Maura McNulty (née Keenan)
21 Sep 2026 · RIP.ie
Death notice: Noel Butler (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Noel Butler of Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Noel Butler
21 Sep 2026 · RIP.ie
Death notice: Patrick (Pat) McCormack (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Patrick (Pat) McCormack of Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Patrick (Pat) McCormack
08 Sep 2026 · RIP.ie
Death notice: Cyril Doherty (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Cyril Doherty of Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Cyril Doherty
02 Sep 2026 · RIP.ie
Death notice: Byron (Ron) Hooper (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Byron (Ron) Hooper of Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Byron (Ron) Hooper
27 Aug 2026 · RIP.ie
Death notice: Nancy Guckian (née Glynn) (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Nancy Guckian (née Glynn) of Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Nancy Guckian (née Glynn)
23 Aug 2026 · RIP.ie
Death notice: Helen Noone (née Downes) (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Helen Noone (née Downes) of Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Helen Noone (née Downes)
21 Aug 2026 · RIP.ie
Death notice: Francie Goldrick (Carrick-on-Shannon)
Francie Goldrick of Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Francie Goldrick
19 Aug 2026 · RIP.ie
Latest updates for Carrick On Shannon
Notices updated 2026-10-16; other source cards retained.
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President Connolly Pays First Official Visit to Carrick-on-Shannon
No injuries reported after single-vehicle crash on N4 outside Carrick
South Leitrim communities urged to conserve water as reservoirs run low
Leitrim firm teams up with Dublin financial services company in €360 million deal
'Carrick-on-Shannon and the wider Leitrim region deserve access to world-class financial planning, and that is exactly what this partnership will deliver' - CEO Wealthwise, an award winning financial adviser business with offices located in Carrick-on-Shannon, has teamed up with financial ser
Hedge causing “extremely dangerous” situation – meeting told
Leitrim County Council were urged to remove a section of hedge along the R201 road Leitrim County Council were urged to remove a section of hedge along the R201 road at this week's Carrick-on-Shannon Municipal District. Cllr Sean McGowan (FF) tabled a motion calling for the work to be done as
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Notices
Leitrim Welcomes Cyprus Delegation During EU Presidency Visit
Leitrim County Council hosted a Cyprus delegation in Dromahair on 8th and 9th October as part of Ireland's EU Presidency initiative.
Leitrim Council updates on Climate Action Plan progress 2025
Leitrim County Council reports significant progress on its Climate Action Plan in 2025, with 144 of 206 actions completed.
Leitrim Council seeks housing projects from Approved Housing Bodies
Leitrim County Council is inviting proposals for housing projects in priority areas by October 30, 2026.
Leitrim Strategy Highlights 1,300 Remote Work Opportunity
A new ten-year strategy identifies potential for 1,300 more remote workers in Leitrim due to improved broadband.
Extended Deadline for Rural Water Funding Applications in Leitrim Until 16 October 2026
Leitrim County Council extends rural water funding application deadline to 16 October 2026 for eligible schemes.
Leitrim Council Consultation on Revised Polling Scheme Sept 23 - Oct 28
Leitrim County Council is seeking public input on a revised polling scheme until October 28.
Leitrim Council Consults on 30km/h Speed Limits in Built-up Areas, Sept 30 - Oct 30
Leitrim County Council is seeking public input on proposed 30km/h speed limits in urban areas until October 30.
North Leitrim Glens Run Road Closure Proposed on Park Road, Manorhamilton
Leitrim County Council proposes closing Park Road in Manorhamilton on Sunday 11th October from 09:00 to 16:30 for the North Leitrim Glens Run.
Planning in Carrick-on-Shannon
September 2026 · council records checked 30 Sep2 lodged
2 decided
0 refused
9 waiting now
lodged per month, Apr–Sep
Just decided
- Change of Use of existing unit from Bookmakers to Amusement and Gaming Arcade…Unit 1 Block C Mercantile Plaza, Townspark Carrick on Shannon, Co Leitrim · Granted
- Demolition of a single storey rear extension to dwelling house, domestic store…3 Lisnagot, Carrick-On-Shannon, Leitrim · Granted
- Construct a domestic shed together with all ancillary site works and services…Gortanure North, Kilnagross, Carrick-on-Shannon · Final grant
Just lodged
- Erect a 30-metre-high lattice telecommunications support structure together…Mong, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim · Awaiting decision
- Construct a storey and a half type domestic dwelling., To construct a domestic…Gowel, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim · Awaiting decision
- Construction of front porch, demolish side extension & reconstruct larger side…No 20 Summerhill, Carrick on Shannon, Co Leitrim. · Awaiting decision