Longford Pride Parade Celebrates Community Effort and Trans Rights Activist
A Pride parade in Longford featured a giant shield symbol created with community support and funded by Creative Ireland. The event was led by Rebecca the...
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Fundraising for 1937 tragedy memorial in Kirkintilloch
A 90th anniversary memorial is being planned for ten Irish boys who died in a 1937 fire in Scotland. Funds are being raised through a JustGiving page to...
Kerry sailor Pat Lawless to reattempt Golden Globe Race
A 70-year-old carpenter from West Kerry is preparing to compete in the Golden Globe Race for a second time after abandoning the challenge in 2022 due to a...
Safeguarding Ireland warns of rising financial abuse risks
Safeguarding Ireland has launched a campaign highlighting financial abuse risks, noting 10% of adults have experienced this crime. The group advises vigilance...
Longford County Fire Services Recruit Retained Firefighters at Lane Spurra and Granored Stations
County Longford Fire Services are looking for retained firefighters to serve at the Lane Spurra and Granored stations. Applicants can learn more on the...
Edgerton to get new teen recreation space funded by Minister
County Longford town Edgerton will receive a new all‑weather recreational area for teenagers as part of a funding programme announced by Children’s Minister...
Wind Farm Noise Concerns Spark Council Debate in Clare
A listener on Shannon's Side FM raised noise complaints from turbines near Ballinagar and French Park, prompting Councillor Liam Callahan to discuss new...
Bank of Ireland Card Found Near Mayo University Hospital
A Bank of Ireland card was discovered on the footpath near Mayo University Hospital on Sunday evening. Residents are urged to contact the hospital or local...
Cavan County Council delivers 526 new social homes, plans 12 starter purchases for 2026-27
Cavan County Council has delivered 526 new social homes and announced 12 starter purchase homes to be delivered by late 2026 or early 2027. Meanwhile, 10 part...
Water Safety Ireland urges locals to stay safe around water this summer
Water Safety Ireland’s regional education officer, Jim Farrelly, warned residents across Cavan, Monaghan, Longford, Offaly, Leix, Westmeath, Carlow, Kilkenny...
Monaghan Volunteers Depart for Perth After Month‑Long Service
A group of volunteers from Monaghan who spent a month in Australia are returning to Perth tonight, following a special event held in their honour in County...
Grid Systems Services lodges new battery block application; teenage boy airlifted after lake incident
Grid Systems Services has lodged a fresh application for 44 battery blocks at Ballyeuktor in Ballyhadrian, following a notice erected last week. A teenage boy...
Sligo’s County Flaa, Kaylee Band and Charity Head‑Shave Event Line Up June
Sligo’s County Flaa music festival will run from 29‑31 May, featuring the All‑Ireland Champion Kaylee Band at Lorna Dunn. A charity head‑shave event for North...
Gerry Guthrie and Derek Ryan to headline Letterkenny hotels this summer
Gerry Guthrie will perform with his band at the Clannery Hotel on Sunday 31 May, while Derek Ryan will play at the Klanry Hotel on Sunday 7 June. Both shows...
Defective concrete block crisis: 3,000 applications, only 300 homes rebuilt
A radio programme highlighted the ongoing crisis over defective concrete blocks that began in 2011, noting that 3,000 applications have been submitted under...
127th Infantry Battalion to return to Dublin after Lebanon deployment
A Shannonside radio host announced that the 127th Infantry Battalion will conclude its six‑month deployment with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon...
Tragic drowning of 15‑year‑old Abbey Carmody Pepper in Sutton beach
A 15‑year‑old girl lost her life while swimming at Sutton beach, County Dublin, over the weekend. Shannonside Northern Sound aired condolences and highlighted...
Leinster prop Paddy McCarthy out for season; Altura CU launches new accounts
Leinster Rugby prop Paddy McCarthy will miss the rest of the season after sustaining a foot injury. Meanwhile, Altura Credit Union has introduced current...
The Stunning to perform at Olympia Theatre, Dublin, Nov 20
Galway band The Stunning announced a gig at Dublin's Olympia Theatre on Friday, 20 November 2026. Fans can look forward to a night of music in the city’s...
John Larkin’s funeral service set for Thursday at 11
John Larkin of Ballyfirmish, Dublin, will be buried after a Requiem Mass at 11 on Thursday. Michael Mick Delaney, former volunteer in Offaly, also passed away...
3,000 to Attempt World Record at Castletown Bay this Saturday
A massive gathering of 3,000 people from across Ireland, the US and Argentina will attempt a world record at Castletown Bay on Saturday between 2 and 5 pm....
Roar of a Books Reading and Appreciation Event in Dundalk on May 29
On Friday 29 May, Dundalk’s Roar of a Books event featured a reading by Trish Bennett and an appreciation session with Katty Conlon, Larry Doherty, Michael...
Dundalk All-Weather Track to Host 7-Race Card, Local SMEs Less Optimistic
A radio bulletin on Midlands 103 announced a 7-race card at Dundalk’s all‑weather track will begin shortly. The same bulletin noted that the latest...
Dundalk Poetry Festival to Feature Local and National Voices
The Dundalk Poetry Festival will run from Friday 29 May to Saturday 30 May, with readings and music at the AV Theatre, County Museum, Spirit Store and Row...
Knockbridge Vintage Club to host Roadrun and Coffee Morning on 31 May
The Knockbridge Vintage Club will hold its annual Roadrun and Coffee Morning on Sunday 31 May, starting at 11am with coffee at the community centre, followed...
Annual Dog Walk to Take Place in Dundalk on 14 June
The Dundalk community will gather for its long‑running annual dog walk on Sunday 14 June, with registration at St Helena’s Park. Participants will pay a €20...
Funeral for Ballymitty resident Anne McEvoy
Anne McEvoy, a long‑time Ballymitty resident, passed away. Her funeral will be held at her home on Wednesday, with a celebration of life at Newlands Cross...
Wexford Swimming Pool Draws 12‑Month Memberships for Contest Winners
Contest winners from a local radio quiz will be entered into a draw for a 12‑month membership at Wexford Swimming Pool and Leisure Centre in Ferry Bank. The...
Wexford County Council launches podcast on restoring derelict homes
Wexford County Council and South East Radio have launched a new podcast, Back to Life, which explores the transformation of old homes and forgotten buildings...
Local Radio Awards Gala at Enniscorthy Hotel
The South East Radio Customer Service Awards will be held on Monday, 15 June at the Riverside Park Hotel in Enniscorthy. Sponsors include Wexford County...
Garda Officer Highlights Community Work in Limerick
A local Garda officer discussed his role in Limerick, emphasising collaboration with community centres and the Adapt House Refuge Centre. He also spoke about...
West Limerick 102 FM Celebrates 20th Anniversary with Concert and Memorabilia
The station marked two decades on air with a concert at the Long Court House Hotel, offering commemorative CD and DVD sets for sale. Fans can pick up the...
Wicklow volunteers rescue three fishermen after engine trouble
Three fishermen were rescued by Wicklow volunteers after their boats suffered engine trouble 10 miles northeast of Wicklow Harbour. The vessels were towed...
Camper vans dent parking revenue in L'Hinche
Bill Slattery, a Fine Gael councillor for West Clare Municipal District, has called for designated parking for camper vans after concerns that they are...
Iconic Portlaoise shop Aloe Dunigan's to close after 90 years
Aloe Dunigan's, a long‑standing retail store in Portlaoise, will shut its doors after nearly a century of trading. The shop, founded in 1929, has been a local...
Mohill Parish Holy Week ceremonies and Easter Sunday mass times announced
Holy Week begins Monday March 30 with extended masses and adoration across Mohill, Fenagh and Eslin. Easter Sunday masses are April 5 at 9am (Eslin), 10am...
Ash Wednesday Feb 18, Lourdes pilgrimage May 30, Knock concert March 5
Ash Wednesday mass kicks off Lent on Feb 18. Bishop Paul Connell leads a diocesan pilgrimage to Lourdes May 30–June 4 from Knock Airport (from €989). Mohill...
Ash Wednesday Feb 18, Lourdes pilgrimage May 30, Divine Mercy Conference Dublin
Ash Wednesday marks the start of Lent on Feb 18. Bishop Paul Connell is leading a diocesan pilgrimage to Lourdes May 30–June 4 from Knock (from €989). A...
Mohill Parish bulletin 2026-01-20: weekly mass times and confessions
Regular weekday masses continue Monday to Friday at 10am with rosary after. Weekend confessions available Saturdays at 7pm in Mohill. Eucharistic Adoration...
Mohill Parish announces Epiphany masses and weekly schedule
The Epiphany of the Lord is celebrated Tuesday, January 6th with masses at 7.30pm Monday and 10am/11.30am Tuesday across the parish. Regular weekday masses...
Mohill Parish seeks readers and Eucharistic Ministers, free Advent retreat offered
The parish is urgently recruiting lay ministers to fill staffing gaps—training provided. Also: a free online Advent retreat from the Priory Institute, plus...
Mohill Parish seeks readers and Eucharistic Ministers; Parish Centre plans approved
The parish is calling for volunteers to train as readers and Eucharistic Ministers. Meanwhile, planning permission is now in place for the new Parish Centre,...
Mohill Parish Centre gets planning permission, tenders sought
Full planning permission is now approved for the Parish Centre project, with tender documents being prepared for local building contractors. The Fire Safety...
Mohill Parish Centre project advances with planning approval and tender process
Full planning permission is now in place for the Parish Centre development, with fire safety certification lodged and tender documents being prepared....
Mohill Parish bulletin 2025-10-07: Mass times, priest on holidays, Recollection Weekend
Fr. Séan takes holidays Oct 6-22 with Fr Sean on call for emergencies; weekday mass continues Mon/Tues/Thurs. Adults invited to Recollection Weekend on the...
Catholic retreat weekend on Four Last Things, Oct 31-Nov 2 at Mullaghbawn
Adults seeking deeper faith are invited to a residential recollection weekend led by Fr Patrick Desmond OP. Also: Mohill Historical Society hosts Paul...
Adult faith retreat in Armagh this Halloween weekend; Mohill Historical Society talk Friday
A residential retreat on the Four Last Things runs Oct 31–Nov 2 at Tí Chulainn Centre in Armagh, led by Fr Patrick Desmond OP — early bird closes today. Also:...
Faith retreat in Armagh this Halloween weekend, parish priest on holiday
A residential recollection weekend on the Four Last Things runs Oct 31–Nov 2 at Tí Chulainn Centre in Mullaghbawn, led by Fr Patrick Desmond OP. Early bird...
Leitrim PPN bulletin 23 Sept – see site for funding, training and events
This fortnight's bulletin covers local government resilience initiatives, a dementia-inclusive community celebration at Rainbow Ballroom on 1 Oct, and...
Mohill Parish remembers Michael McGrath; Memory Walk Sunday for school students
The parish community gathers to remember Michael McGrath of Rooskeythompson. Also this Sunday: a Memory Walk at 1pm from the graveyard to honour all Mohill...
Mohill Parish: Knock pilgrimage Sunday, Lough Derg retreat Sept 21, Fit Farmers programme starts
A diocesan pilgrimage to Knock departs Sunday morning with buses from Mohill, Aughavas and Cloone. The parish is also organising a Lough Derg retreat bus on...
Community training in Drumshanbo Thursday 18 Sept, Rape Crisis Centre opens in Carrick
Leitrim PPN hosts free Ideas Generation workshop for community groups on 18 September. Also: Sligo Rape Crisis Centre launches new outreach rooms in...
Community group training Sept 18, SHORE project grants open until November 20
Free training for PPN members on fundraising and group challenges runs Thursday 7–9pm in Drumshanbo. Meanwhile, the SHORE project is accepting applications...
Leitrim PPN board nominations close Wednesday 13 August
Three representative seats now open on the PPN Secretariat (board), plus a call for an Environment Rep on the SEC Monitoring Sub-Committee. Nominations close...
Leitrim PPN seeking nominations for board seats, community groups apply now
Leitrim PPN is open for nominations for 3 representative seats on its Secretariat board, including Environmental and Community & Voluntary positions....
Have your say on community sector strategy, deadline 15 August
Leitrim PPN is seeking input from community groups on a new national strategy for 2026–2030. Fill out the consultation survey by 15 August. Also: Local...
Love Where You Live judging this week, Youth organisations invited to apply for seed funding
Leitrim community groups are being judged for the Love Where You Live Awards on 7-9 July—make sure your volunteers are ready. Meanwhile, youth organisations...
€110,000 in Local Enhancement funding awarded to 148 Leitrim projects
Over €110,000 has been allocated across 148 community projects in Leitrim through the Local Enhancement Programme 2025. The bulletin also highlights PPN rep...
Connecting Women to Local Decision Making event in Carrick-on-Shannon June 13
Leitrim PPN hosts a free event on Friday 13 June featuring Seanad member Nikki Bradley and a panel of local women leaders discussing women's participation in...
Love Where You Live Awards close May 26, plus Leitrim Gathering kicks off this weekend
Last chance to enter your community group in the Love Where You Live Awards by Monday 26th May across five categories. Plus, the Leitrim Gathering runs 23–25...
Love Where You Live Awards open for Leitrim groups, deadline 26 May
Leitrim community and voluntary groups can enter the 2025 Love Where You Live Awards across five categories by 26 May. Plus: PPN Plenary on 15 May features...
The Leitrim Gathering 2025
May 23rd-25th 2025 Celebrating place, connection, and heritage with Leitrim people at home and around the world.
SPC induction training April 17, climate and environment clinic Wed 9
Leitrim PPN members can attend specialised training for Strategic Policy Committee roles on April 17 (10am–12pm), plus a climate, environment and biodiversity...
€40m PEACEPLUS funding for community projects, info events start 7 April
The EU-backed Change Maker Programme is opening €40 million in grants over three years for cross-community and cross-border projects. Free information events...
Leitrim PPN Members E-Bulletin – 10th March, 2025
Leitrim PPN News – latest funding, training opportunities, consultations, submissions & surveys, community news & what’s on in Leitrim.
Leitrim PPN Members E-Bulletin – 24th February, 2025
Leitrim PPN News – latest funding, training opportunities, consultations, submissions & surveys, community news & what’s on in Leitrim.
Storm Éowyn response: Council helpline open, climate group meets Wed 29 Jan
Leitrim County Council's storm support line is live on 071 965 0471 (9am-5pm). Meanwhile, the Climate Action Linkage Group meets Wednesday at 7.30pm in...
Storm Darragh impact meeting Jan 23 in Ballinamore, ESB and Coillte to attend
Leitrim PPN is hosting a public meeting on Thursday 23 January at 7pm in Ballinamore to discuss power and water outages from Storm Darragh. Senior...
Leitrim PPN's 2024 year-end bulletin: see site for funding, training and consultation opportunities
Leitrim PPN wrapped up 2024 with 314 funding opportunities shared, 10 free training sessions delivered, and 30 public consultations circulated to members....
Leitrim PPN seeks input on 2025 training needs, Reps meeting December 10
Community groups are invited to shape next year's training calendar via a quick survey. Meanwhile, all PPN Reps are asked to attend a support evening on...
SPC member induction training Monday 25 November in Carrick-on-Shannon
New SPC members are invited to a free induction event on 25 November (2–4pm) at Áras an Chontae covering roles, procedures and work plans. The Leitrim PPN...
Leitrim PPN Winter Plenary on 14 November, funding update and strategic plan launch
Join community groups at Bee Park on Thursday 14th November (7–9pm) to hear about funding opportunities including Peaceplus grants, meet staff from Tusla and...
Love Where You Live Awards celebrate Leitrim community groups, 2025 applications coming soon
Leitrim PPN hosted its annual awards night on October 10th at Lough Rynn Castle, honouring community and social inclusion groups across all three municipal...
Mental Health Week events across Leitrim this week, free training on strategic planning Oct 15
World Mental Health Week runs Oct 7–11 with a Connect Café in Ballinamore (Tue 10:30am), a talk on children's mental health in Manorhamilton (Tue 6:30pm), and...
Free strategic planning training for community groups, October 15
Leitrim PPN is running a free online workshop on October 15 to help community groups develop strategic plans. Also: Mental Health Week events across Leitrim...
Nominate yourself for Leitrim County Council SPC committees, 10 seats available
Leitrim PPN is calling for nominations from member groups to fill 10 seats across four Strategic Policy Committees. SPCs have been restructured for 2024 with...
Free funding application training closes for registration Sept 17
Last chance to register for PPN's free online training on securing funding (Sept 17, 10am-12pm). Plus: Leitrim PPN Plenary confirmed for November 14 in...
Free funding application training for Leitrim groups, September 17
Leitrim PPN is hosting free online training on applying for funding on September 17 (10am-12pm). Plus: register your Sustainable Development Goals Week events...
Free PPN training on funding applications (Sept 17) and strategic planning (Oct 15)
Leitrim community groups can access free online training sessions starting September 17th covering funding applications, strategic planning, and volunteer...
Free training for community groups in Sept–Nov, Heritage Week registrations open
Leitrim PPN is offering free online training to member groups this autumn—fill in your training needs by the deadline. National Heritage Week runs 17–25...
Register by July 23 for Saolta SDG barbeque at The Organic Centre, Rossinver
Last chance to book for the free PPN networking event on July 27th at The Organic Centre in Rossinver. Also: Leitrim PPN offering free training to member...
Leitrim PPN seeks your input on four-year strategy, survey closes July 13
Community groups have until July 13 to complete a short survey shaping Leitrim PPN's 2025–2028 strategy. Meanwhile, Love Where You Live judging is underway...
PPN Rep support sessions in Drumshanbo this week, plenary consultation set for June 24
Leitrim PPN is hosting rep support evenings on Thursday 6th and 13th June in Drumshanbo, plus a public consultation on 24th June to shape the future of the...
GREENHEALTH stakeholder meeting in Kinlough Thursday 23 May, free training now open
Leitrim PPN members can attend an international GREENHEALTH project update in Kinlough on 23 May at 10am, with networking opportunities with visiting...
Leitrim PPN celebrates 10 years at plenary this Thursday 9 May
Join the PPN Plenary in Mohill (7–9pm) to mark a decade of community voice in local decision-making. Hear from community policing, road safety, GAA health...
Leitrim PPN Members E-Bulletin – 22nd April, 2024
Leitrim PPN News – latest funding, training opportunities, consultations, submissions & surveys, community news & what’s on in Leitrim.
Leitrim PPN Plenary on May 9 celebrates 10 years, seeks input on strategic plan
Join community groups at Canon Donohoe Hall in Mohill on Thursday 9 May (7–9 pm) for networking, presentations, and finger food. PPN wants your feedback on...
Leitrim PPN Members E-Bulletin – 26th March, 2024
Leitrim PPN News – latest funding, training opportunities, consultations, submissions & surveys, community news & what’s on in Leitrim.
Leitrim PPN Members E-Bulletin – 26th February, 2024
Leitrim PPN News – latest funding, training opportunities, consultations, submissions & surveys, community news & what's on in Leitrim.
Learn to pitch your project, explore home retrofitting grants this week
Leitrim community groups can access a Making Great Pitches course and attend a Home Retrofitting Information Event. Plus: new Local Economic Community Plan...
March 1st deadline for PPN groups to submit governing documents
PPN registered groups must submit their governing documents by March 1st. Last chance to register for the 'Making Great Pitches and Presentations' course, and...
PPN training on pitches and presentations coming in January
Leitrim PPN members can boost their skills at a free 'Making Great Pitches and Presentations' training session this month. The bulletin also covers the 2022...
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.
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...