News
IDA are failing Co. Leitrim
The IDA may have created 13,000 nationally in 2011 but the story in Co Leitrim was one of job losses and a marked failure to attract new investment.
Tamboran expects to create 600 jobs by 2025 if given go ahead
Tamboran Resources have completed the first analysis phase of their work programme and claim they could create 600 full time jobs in the county based on the “substantial natural gas field” present in north Leitrim.
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Kinlough chef makes The Bridgestone Guide Top 10
The village of Kinlough is preparing for an influx of food tourists following the publication of The Bridgestone Guide 2012. The ‘go to’ guide has placed local Chef Piero Melis as one of the “10 Hot Chefs” in the country while also honouring The Courthouse Restaurant as one of the Best 100 Restaurants in Ireland.
IT Sligo in discussions over new technological university
IT Sligo is one of the five institutes of technology in the Border, Midlands and West (BMW) region who are at an advanced stage in discussions regarding the establishment of a technological university.
Sport
Final countdown for Six Nations opener video
A video preview for Sunday’s Ireland V Wales Six Nations clash featuring Stephen Ferris and Jerry Flannery
Leitrim team to face Limerick
The Leitrim team to to face Limerick in the opening round of the Allianz National League Division four game on Sunday in Pairc Sean MacDiarmada, throw-in 2.30pm was named this morning.
Team ethic key to success for Leitrim in National League opener against Limerick
The Leitrim senior footballers begin their National League campaign on Sunday next and they will be hoping a win over Limerick in the opening round will help ensure the team’s fourth successive year playing in Division 4 is their last at this grade.
Ladies host Down in opening league fixture
The Leitrim ladies begin their Bord Gáis Energy NFL Division 3 campaign on Sunday next when they host Down in Ballinamore, throw-in 2pm.
Carrick’s Shane Layden included in Ireland U-20 squad
IRELAND kick off their ‘Electric Ireland U-20 Six Nations Championship home fixtures when they square up to Wales in Dubarry Park, Athlone, on Friday night, (kick off 7.05 pm) and there will be plenty of local interest in the game as Carrick-on-Shannon’s Shane Layden has been included in the Irish squad.
Video
Final countdown for Six Nations opener video
A video preview for Sunday’s Ireland V Wales Six Nations clash featuring Stephen Ferris and Jerry Flannery
Lifestyle
Robert Mizzell in The Landmark
This Sunday, February 5, Louisianna man Robert Mizzell and his fabulous Country Kings will play in The Landmark hotel, Carrick-on-Shannon.
Cast your vote for Stonefree!
Stonefree a four member rock band from the Kinlough/ Bundoran area are looking for local votes in the Red Bull Bedroom Jam competition.
2011 was Knock Airport’s busiest year yet
According to their latest figures, 2011 was Ireland West Airport in Knock’s busiest year to date since its establishment in 1985. Last year, the annual number of passengers using the airport increased by over 65,000 passengers to 654,500 - an increase of 11% on 2010.
Community
Local pubs wow Sunday World Pub Spy team
Four Leitrim pubs were honoured with nearly perfect scores by the Sunday World Pub Spy team during a recent visit to the county. An Scolaire Bocht, Smyth’s and Bobby Joe’s bar in Ballinamore all scored an impress four out of five in last Sunday’s report.
Drumkeerin celebrates completion of new gym facility
Handball has always been a popular and thriving sport in the Drumkeerin area. The area already boasts a purpose built handball alley, which is situated at Drumkeerin GAA ground. The voluntary board of management which take care of the running of this facility have led the way for many improvements, most notably the creation of a brand new community gym along with large shower and changing facilities for men and women.
Planning delayed on Ballinamore Secondary School
Planning has been delayed a second time for Ballinamore’s new secondary school with the planning department of Leitrim County Council seeking further clarification on a small number of safety issues.
Leitrim’s hardworking County Librarian retires after 44 years
As a writer, a genealogist, a keen student and advocate of the Irish language and someone who has played a major role in the preservation of Gaeilge in Leitrim, it is hard to imagine how anyone would have time for any other interests never mind being the Secretary of Coiste Cultúir agus Teanga (Culture and Language) committee and Leitrim County Head Librarian.
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Weather for Carrick-on-Shannon, Ireland
Sunday 05 February 2012
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Light rain
Temperature: 6 C to 6 C
Wind Speed: 9 mph
Wind direction: South west
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