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Co. Leitrim • 20 stories • Since 23 Mar 2026 • Latest 14 Aug 2026
The third annual Darkness into Light Sheemore Hill climb will take place on May 16th Next Saturday morning, Leitrim Village locals will host a Darkness into Light climb of Sheemore Hill in support of North West STOP, a local mental health charity, on May 16th. The annual event, titled “Rise U
09 May 2026 · Leitrim Observer
Leitrim artist Christine Harrison has always been fascinated by nature speaks about being inspired by nature and how she makes stunning ‘living’ artworks out of seaweed On a Leitrim beach, what looks like little more than brown sludge is clinging to the tide line; but to illustrator and artis
04 May 2026 · Leitrim Observer
Leitrim Village native, Damian Whitney, made the tough climb to Mount Everest base camp to celebrate his fiftieth birthday Damian Whitney from Leitrim Village made the gruelling climb to Everest Base Camp earlier this month to celebrate his fifteenth birthday. “It was always on the bucket lis
28 Apr 2026 · Leitrim Observer
The property should qualify for the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant Scheme A former old national school currently is on sale for just €75,000 in Derrinwillin, Dowra, Leitrim through DM Auctions (Sligo). Laid out as one large open-plan room, extending to approximately 51 sq.m. in total, th
26 Apr 2026 · Leitrim Observer
'Remember me is all I ask', a new album from the Leitrim Percy French Society is to be launched on Friday, 1 May 2026 at The Cavan County Museum, Ballyjamesduff, County Cavan. 'Remember me is all I ask', a new album from the Leitrim Percy French Society is to be launched on Friday, 1 May 2026
25 Apr 2026 · Leitrim Observer
Mel Mercier’s groundbreaking Sonóir among centrepieces of major July showcase in Keadue The O’Carolan Harp Festival 2026 has unveiled a standout line-up for next summer, with an ambitious headline concert set to bring world-class talent to Keadue on Friday, July 31. Taking place at O’Carolan
24 Apr 2026 · Leitrim Observer
Conditional permission has been approved for a new community and tourism hub in Leitrim Village including a two-storey extension, meeting space and visitor accommodation. Conditional planning permission has been granted for the change of use of an existing dwelling in Leitrim Village into a c
22 Apr 2026 · Leitrim Observer
A decision on a planning permission application for a community hub in Leitrim Village is due to be rendered next week A decision is due to be revealed over the weekend on an application for a tourism and community hub in Leitrim Village. The application for the site, which is situated on the
17 Apr 2026 · Leitrim Observer
Lidl LGFA NFL Division 4 Final preview Finals are there for winning and now that the promotion has finally been achieved, Leitrim have nothing to lose as they chase glory in next Sunday's Lidl LGFA NFL Division 4 Final against Carlow in Grant Heating St Brendan’s Park Birr (2 pm throw-in). Bu
11 Apr 2026 · Leitrim Observer
Lidl LGFA NFL Division 4 Final preview: Leitrim boss focused on bringing title back to Leitrim Leitrim will have no problem in refocusing on the task of winning the Lidl LGFA NFL Division 4 title next Sunday in Birr according to manager Jonny Garrity, acknowledging the relief and elation that
11 Apr 2026 · Leitrim Observer
Jonny Garrity believes if his get their performance right in next Sunday's Lidl LGFA NFL Division 4 Final in Birr, Leitrim can come home with the title Never one to indulge in hyperbole, when Jonny Garrity professes his confidence ahead of next Sunday’s Lidl LGFA NFL Division 4 Final against
10 Apr 2026 · Leitrim Observer
Lidl LGFA NFL Division 4 Final: Sarah Reynolds makes start for Green & Gold in decider on Sunday in Birr Jonny Garrity has named his Leitrim team to take on Carlow in Sunday’s Lidl LGFA NFL Division 4 Final in Grant Heating St Brendan’s Park (2 pm) with just one change from the team that star
10 Apr 2026 · Leitrim Observer
THE LAST POINT Wouldn’t you just know it – the first time in my years with the Observer that Willie Donnellan and myself aren’t covering a Leitrim Men’s championship game on Irish soil, we miss out on a stunning Leitrim victory in Markievicz Park, another Tour de Force from Barry McNulty and
19 Apr 2026 · Leitrim Observer
Joan Baylis (née Simon) of Leitrim Village, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Danny Mulligan of Leitrim Village, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Mary Early (née Moran) of Leitrim Village, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Sinead Dore of Leitrim Village, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
James (Sonny) Keane of Leitrim Village, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Paul Kelleher of Leitrim Village, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Fr. Oliver O'Reilly passed away surrounded by his family at St. Francis Hospice, Blanchardstown, over the weekend. The death has occurred of Fr. Oliver O'Reilly, formerly of Cloncose, Cornafean, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully over the weekend, surrounded by his loving family at St. Fra
23 Mar 2026 · Leitrim ObserverSource cards as of 2026-10-13.
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Plans have been submitted to Leitrim County Council for the construction of 44 houses in Leitrim Village. The development, proposed by Droimcaoin Developments Ltd, includes seven two-bedroom units, 24 three-bedroom houses, six four-bedroom units, and seven two-bedroom houses at Tullylannan. The application outlines road access via the existing public road L-33903 and an additional pedestrian cycle access from Main Street. A decision on the application is expected by mid-November.
The third annual Darkness into Light Sheemore Hill climb will take place on May 16th Next Saturday morning, Leitrim Village locals will host a Darkness into Light climb of Sheemore Hill in support of North West STOP, a local mental health charity, on May 16th. The annual event, titled “Rise U
Leitrim artist Christine Harrison has always been fascinated by nature speaks about being inspired by nature and how she makes stunning ‘living’ artworks out of seaweed On a Leitrim beach, what looks like little more than brown sludge is clinging to the tide line; but to illustrator and artis
Leitrim Village native, Damian Whitney, made the tough climb to Mount Everest base camp to celebrate his fiftieth birthday Damian Whitney from Leitrim Village made the gruelling climb to Everest Base Camp earlier this month to celebrate his fifteenth birthday. “It was always on the bucket lis
The property should qualify for the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant Scheme A former old national school currently is on sale for just €75,000 in Derrinwillin, Dowra, Leitrim through DM Auctions (Sligo). Laid out as one large open-plan room, extending to approximately 51 sq.m. in total, th