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'I couldn't give up on them': Catherine Corless as Tuam mother and baby excavation begins
14/07/2025

'I couldn't give up on them': Catherine Corless as Tuam mother and baby excavation begins

Research led by local historian Catherine Corless indicated that 796 babies and young children were buried in a sewage system at the institution

ALERT: Temporary water outages expected in South Leitrim due to plant works
14/07/2025

ALERT: Temporary water outages expected in South Leitrim due to plant works

Uisce Éireann has issued a warning that this disruption could impact supply to several areas in South Leitrim including Drumshanbo, Ballinamore, Keshcarrigan, Fenagh, Kilyvehy, Cloone, and Gortletteragh.

'A for effort'- Driver due in court over handwritten insurance disc with crayon
14/07/2025

'A for effort'- Driver due in court over handwritten insurance disc with crayon

This driver put their artistic skills to the test by creating a fake insurance disc on a small piece of paper with a crayon amid garda bust

Writing her way home: Leitrim woman turns pain into purpose through children’s book
14/07/2025

Writing her way home: Leitrim woman turns pain into purpose through children’s book

Anna Keane’s journey from brain aneurysm to author blends grief, resilience and hope

Met Eireann pinpoints when temperatures will plummet after scorching heatwave
14/07/2025

Met Eireann pinpoints when temperatures will plummet after scorching heatwave

Met Eireann has predicted rain, thunderstorms and lows of 8 degrees this week following mini heatwave in Ireland

Emergency preparedness handbook planned for every household in Leitrim
14/07/2025

Emergency preparedness handbook planned for every household in Leitrim

The handbooks, which will be available in digital and printed formats, will offer accessible guidance on preparing for weather emergencies, accessing support services, and practical advice on personal safety and community awareness for Leitrim residents.

BREAKING: Teenage girl in critical condition following two-car crash in Galway
14/07/2025

BREAKING: Teenage girl in critical condition following two-car crash in Galway

The driver and passenger of the second car were also treated for non-life-threatening injuries

RIP: 'Ray of sunshine'- Young girl dies suddenly at home paid tribute
14/07/2025

RIP: 'Ray of sunshine'- Young girl dies suddenly at home paid tribute

Young Galway girl who was a very talented rugby player paid tribute by many ahead of funeral

RTÉ doc shines spotlight on Leitrim hurler Zak Moradi’s journey from Iraq
14/07/2025

RTÉ doc shines spotlight on Leitrim hurler Zak Moradi’s journey from Iraq

Born in a war camp, Zak found home and hope in Ireland through hurling and community

Leitrim remains Ireland’s most depopulated county, meeting hears
14/07/2025

Leitrim remains Ireland’s most depopulated county, meeting hears

Cllr Justin Warnock called on elected members to urge the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment to introduce a financial support grant for businesses and to abolish commercial rates for indigenous businesses with an annual turnover of less than €200,000.

Have you seen Jonathan? Gardai concerned for missing 15-year-old boy not seen in days
14/07/2025

Have you seen Jonathan? Gardai concerned for missing 15-year-old boy not seen in days

Jonathan Herrara has been missing from his home since July 10 as gardai appeal for anyone with information to come forward

Gardaí seize minibikes from father and teenage daughter for having no insurance and more
13/07/2025

Gardaí seize minibikes from father and teenage daughter for having no insurance and more

The man and his 17-year-old daughter were spotted on minibikes not registered for road use on Saturday

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