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Drumshanbo's summer diary has Corry Strand Water Safety and An Tostal in the same week. Corry Strand's 2026 swim and safety week runs from Monday 29 June to Saturday 4 July, starting at 9am, with only Seal and Marlin classes at that location. Public local notices also pointed to Drumshanbo Fire Station Open Day on Saturday 20 June from 12.30pm to 3pm. An Tostal runs from 28 June to 4 July 2026 and is the Drumshanbo festival that has continued every year since 1953; recent notices include sponsor thanks for this year's festival. The Mayflower adds another strand to the town week. Mayflower Community Centre in Mahanagh describes itself as a community centre and sports hub with astroturf, running track, handball, volleyball and basketball courts. Drumshanbo Community Sports Hub is based there and lists a three-day Multi-Sport Summer Camp from Monday 29 June to Wednesday 1 July 2026, 10am to 1pm, for 7-12 year olds. The Mayflower also shared Leitrim School of Art Summer Camps 2026 for Ballinamore and Drumshanbo. Drumshanbo Tidy Towns recently thanked volunteers for watering, the small civic work that keeps the town ready for visitors. Drumshanbo Comhaltas carries the music line into Connacht Fleadh, including the Five Branches Concert on Thursday 2 July 2026 at Mohill Community College. Drumshanbo-ie - News & Events carries general town notices, with older public-art memory around the Tuatha De Danann Sculpture at the Riverside. The Drumshanbo diary includes Corry Strand, An Tostal, the Mayflower, Sports Hub, Tidy Towns, Comhaltas, Lough Allen Adventure, pubs, shops, water-safety classes, summer camps and Riverside sculpture memory.
The 36th Joe Mooney Summer School is under way in Drumshanbo from 18 to 25 July, with a week of traditional music, song and dance. The organising committee is led by chair Dessy Doyle, secretary Clare McCabe and treasurer Josephine Rogers.
Seán Ó Loingsigh (Lynch) of Drumshanbo, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Gerard Wynne & Lisajane Bridgwater-Wynne — Blackrock Drumshanbo Co. Leitrim. 1. To demolish 1no. existing outbuilding at the rear of existing dwellinghouse. 2. To ...
Cllr Enda McGloin said he would like to see the Towns Teams and the local authority come together in order to formulate a plan to buck this trend. There are too many vaping shops and phone shops Leitrim towns and not enough retailers such as hardware and drapery stores, a Leitrim councillor h
11 May 2026 · Leitrim Observer
A campaign has seen an outpouring of support from individuals, knitting groups, and community organisations, all contributing their time and talent to craft hats, scarves, mittens, and small toys. Leitrim Volunteer Centre is shining a spotlight on its inspiring volunteer knitting campaign, wh
05 May 2026 · Leitrim Observer
Geraldine Durkin of Carrick Road, Drumshanbo, Leitrim, passed away peacefully in Sligo University Hospital on 1st May 2026, surrounded by her loving family There has been an outpouring of sympathy and support after the death Geraldine Durkin of Carrick Road, Drumshanbo, Leitrim, passed away p
03 May 2026 · Leitrim Observer
The L-73141 in Gortnawaun, Drumshanbo will close from May 11-29, 2026 for dangerous tree felling. Local access will be maintained.
24 Apr 2026 · Leitrim County Council
P & a Lakeside Developments Limited intend to apply for permission at Corrachuil, Drumshanbo, Leitrim for a development that will consist of a change of use from 24 suites in association with Lough Allen Hotel to 24 apartments for residential accommodation. Planning permission to develop a Le
18 Apr 2026 · Leitrim Observer
Social Farming Ireland, which is based in Drumshanbo and has a national network of over 200 farmers, took home the Sustainable Rural Social Impact Award. Leitrim-based rural organisation, Social Farming Ireland has received an impressive accolade at this year's RDS Foundation Awards. Social F
17 Apr 2026 · Leitrim Observer
The €6.2 million project will see the construction of a working hub and creative studios in the town centre in Drumshanbo Work has commenced on the The Exchange Hub project in Drumshanbo. The €6.2 million project will see the construction of a working hub and creative studios in the town cent
16 Apr 2026 · Leitrim Observer
The L-73141 in Gortnawaun, Drumshanbo will close for three weeks from May 11 while dangerous trees are felled. Local access will be maintained.
16 Apr 2026 · Leitrim County Council
The closure will take place on the L-73141-0 in Gortnawaun, Drumshanbo There will be a temporary road closure in the Drumshanbo area next month, in order for Leitrim County Council to fell dangerous trees. The closure will take place on the L-73141-0 in Gortnawaun, Drumshanbo from 11th May to
15 Apr 2026 · Leitrim Observer
P & a Lakeside Developments Limited intend to apply for permission at Corrachuil, Drumshanbo, Leitrim for a development that will consist of a change of use from 24 suites in association with Lough Allen Hotel to 24 apartments for residential accommodation. Planning permission to develop a Le
15 Apr 2026 · Leitrim Observer
A judge at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court has ordered the return of cash stolen from a Leitrim takeaway after it was recovered from an employee at Dublin Airport. Vlad Emanuel Blanaru was stopped by customs officers on August 30, 2015, as he and his girlfriend prepared to board a flight to Amsterdam. Officers discovered over €6,900 in cash that gardaí in Carrick-on-Shannon later established had been taken from the…
A man from Drumshanbo, County Leitrim, has had his sentence reduced by two years following an appeal against his conviction for dangerous driving causing death. James McDonagh, aged 54, pleaded guilty to causing the death of Jonathan Gray on St Patrick's Day 2010 on the Hilly Road in Drumshanbo. McDonagh was originally sentenced to seven years imprisonment, with the final eighteen months suspended, at…
Oisin & Leila Dolan — Sheskinacurry Drumshanbo Co. Leitrim. renovation of existing dwelling, construction of a single storey domestic extension to the side of t...
Paul Rafferty — Cornaroy Drumshanbo Co Leitrim. erect a domestic garage, fuel and storage shed and all associated works ...
Leitrim Food Enterprise Zone CLG — Corlough Td. Dowra Road, Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim N41 X525. a) The Demolition of a partially complete, derelict annex structure abutting the east elevation of a...
Paul Rafferty — Cornaroy Drumshanbo Co. Leitrim. erect a domestic garage, fuel and storage shed and all associated works...
Aidan Mc Cormack wants to close off an existing farm entrance onto the R208 road near Drumshanbo and create a new vehicle entrance to the east instead. The application also includes associated site works and services to support this change.
This fortnight's bulletin covers local government resilience initiatives, a dementia-inclusive community celebration at Rainbow Ballroom on 1 Oct, and cross-border community development networking. Check the full bulletin for funding deadlines and training opportunities.
24 Sep 2025 · Leitrim PPN
Leitrim PPN hosts free Ideas Generation workshop for community groups on 18 September. Also: Sligo Rape Crisis Centre launches new outreach rooms in Carrick-on-Shannon, and Social Inclusion Week runs 20–24 October across the county.
08 Sep 2025 · Leitrim PPN
Free training for PPN members on fundraising and group challenges runs Thursday 7–9pm in Drumshanbo. Meanwhile, the SHORE project is accepting applications for school water literacy projects with grants up to €10,000.
25 Aug 2025 · Leitrim PPN
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 this Wed 13th Aug. Closing soon: share your Leitrim landscape photos for the e-bulletin cover.
11 Aug 2025 · Leitrim PPN
Leitrim PPN is open for nominations for 3 representative seats on its Secretariat board, including Environmental and Community & Voluntary positions. Secretariat members meet every two months with training and support provided.
28 Jul 2025 · Leitrim PPN
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 Democracy Taskforce wants your views by 22 July.
15 Jul 2025 · Leitrim PPN
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 can apply for the NYCI One World Week Seed Fund to explore global issues locally.
30 Jun 2025 · Leitrim PPN
Over €110,000 has been allocated across 148 community projects in Leitrim through the Local Enhancement Programme 2025. The bulletin also highlights PPN rep vacancies following a successful seminar on connecting women to local decision-making.
17 Jun 2025 · Leitrim PPN
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 politics and community decision-making.
03 Jun 2025 · Leitrim PPN
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 May celebrating local heritage and connection, with Biodiversity Week events happening now.
19 May 2025 · Leitrim PPN
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 keynote speaker Heather Humphreys and Ombudsman Ger Deering, and Biodiversity Week runs 16–25 May with events across the county.
06 May 2025 · Leitrim PPN
Leitrim PPN members can attend specialised training for Strategic Policy Committee roles on April 17 (10am–12pm), plus a climate, environment and biodiversity clinic this Wednesday (April 9, 7:30pm) in Drumshanbo with presentations from local experts.
08 Apr 2025 · Leitrim PPN
Claire Kerr (née Fanning) of Drumshanbo, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Mel Nangle of Drumshanbo, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Tommy Mulvey of Drumshanbo, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Geraldine Durkin (née McManus) of Drumshanbo, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Thomas Joseph (Joe) Fee of Drumshanbo, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Maisie Fee (née Lee) of Drumshanbo, Leitrim. Published on rip.ie.
Condolences and fond memories are being shared following the death of Joan McKeon (née Canning) of Dristernaun, Drumshanbo, who passed away on Saturday, March 7 in the loving care of the staff at Lough Erril Nursing Home. Tributes are being paid following the death of a Leitrim woman remember
12 Mar 2026 · Leitrim Observer
Condolences are being paid following the death of Padraig Conlon of Aughaguinea, Drumshanbo, who passed away on Wednesday, February 25. The Drumshanbo community is fondly remembering a “true gentleman” following the passing of Padraig Conlon on Wednesday, February 25. Padraig Conlon of Aughag
28 Feb 2026 · Leitrim ObserverCases and rulings mentioning Drumshanbo from local newspapers and Courts News Ireland.
A judge at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court has ordered the return of cash stolen from a Leitrim takeaway after it was recovered from an employee at Dublin Airport. Vlad Emanuel Blanaru was stopped by customs officers on August 30, 2015, as he and his girlfriend prepared to board...
A man from Drumshanbo, County Leitrim, has had his sentence reduced by two years following an appeal against his conviction for dangerous driving causing death. James McDonagh, aged 54, pleaded guilty to causing the death of Jonathan Gray on St Patrick's Day 2010 on the Hilly...