Leitrim Live

Irish premier defends Europe’s response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 21:03:34 GMT

Micheál Martin was speaking as the informal meeting of the EU Council in Dublin came to a close.

AI should be for benefit rather than ‘ruination’ of mankind – Irish premier

Cate McCurry and Press Association — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 20:34:35 GMT

EU leaders discussed the future of AI during an informal meeting of EU leaders in Dublin.

WATCH: The brand-new Late Late Toy Show trailer has just landed!

By The Newsroom — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 20:15:42 GMT

This year’s 60-second trailer will get its first TV spot tonight during the Six One News on RTÉ One.

‘Crude but viable device’ made safe in Dublin

Rebecca Black and Press Association — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 19:57:13 GMT

The device was found at an office building in Merrion Square on Friday afternoon.

People in emergency accommodation exceeds 18,000

Rebecca Black and Press Association — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 19:50:20 GMT

A breakdown of the figures revealed most of those involved were younger males and most had Irish citizenship.

Europe selects negotiating team for Ukraine talks

Cillian Sherlock and Mícheál Ó Scannáil and Press Association — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 19:11:01 GMT

Ukrainian President Volodmyr Zelensky was in Dublin earlier this week to attend a major EU summit focused on support for Ukraine.

New Leitrim housing estate marks ‘new beginning’ for residents

Seamus Morris — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 19:00:44 GMT

Minister James Browne officially opened Mullach Astara Estate in Newtowngore, a €2.4m development providing seven new homes.

Body in Lough Erne identified as Co Limerick woman

Rebecca Black and Press Association — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 18:56:13 GMT

Carrie Mullane had been reported missing in Enniskillen, Co Fermanagh in October.

European voice in Ukraine peace talks must include UK, Taoiseach says

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 18:22:43 GMT

Micheál Martin acknowledged that pressure was increasing on European nations to agree how they would be represented in peace negotiations.

‘Brought home’ - Heartbreaking farewell for six-year-old Elliot English

Claudia Savage and Press Association — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 18:15:07 GMT

Elliot English’s parents, Kim and Phillip English, and their sons, Callum and Jayden, also died following the fire at their house in October

New €4.35m housing development officially opened in Leitrim

Stella Gordon — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 18:00:45 GMT

Minister James Browne officially opened 18 new social homes in Carrick-on-Shannon, with some residents moving from larger local authority houses.

Leitrim community group call out ‘extremely angering’ treatment of new public field

Eóin Gallagher — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 16:55:10 GMT

The group have called for better treatment of the field after damage was done to the surface

‘Stop use immediately’ - Popular children’s bike recalled amid serious safety fears

By The Newsroom — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 16:15:51 GMT

The CCPC has warned customers to stop using the product immediately

Former officer claims ‘Garda-MI5 source’ linked to Omagh bomb plot

Claudia Savage and Press Association — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 16:10:12 GMT

A legal representative for some bereaved families has reiterated calls for the Irish Government to conduct its own public inquiry.

Leitrim native attends COP31 as Ireland’s Climate Youth Delegate

Eóin Gallagher — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 15:55:46 GMT

Adam Ó Ceallaigh, from Drumshanbo, is representing the “ambition” of Irish young people on the global stage as the two-week UN climate conference continues in Türkiye

Boy, 6, killed in Waterford fire, ‘brought home’ to family, mourners told

Claudia Savage and Press Association — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 15:42:11 GMT

Elliot English’s parents, Kim and Phillip English, and their sons, Callum and Jayden, also died after the fire at the house on the Birchwood Estate.

Gardaí looking to speak to couple over discovery of body in Dublin

Mícheál Ó Scannáil and Press Association — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 14:45:06 GMT

Investigators are treating the death as suspicious.

Security for Zelensky-US meeting ‘very challenging’ – Irish police chief

Cate McCurry and Press Association — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 14:18:08 GMT

The meeting between Volodymyr Zelensky, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner at Baldonnel Aerodrome came at ‘very short notice’.

Gardaí treating death of man found in Phoenix Park as suspicious

Mícheál Ó Scannáil and Press Association — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 13:46:37 GMT

Gardaí said the results of a post-mortem examination will determine the course of the investigation.

Leitrim Samhain Parade organisers call for increased funding to support community arts

By The Newsroom — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 12:59:14 GMT

Now in its 18th year, the community-led festival brings together schools, artists and organisations from across North Leitrim, while organisers are calling for more support for local arts.

‘The heating bills are going to hurt’ - Temperatures set to plunge across Ireland

By The Newsroom — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 12:15:57 GMT

Cooler air moving in over the next few days will bring wintry showers and frost

Micheál Martin says speculation over leaderships plans are ‘rubbish’

Cate McCurry and Press Association — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 11:50:25 GMT

Question marks have been hanging over the Cork TD’s leadership plans for some years.

Leitrim youth clubs join national celebrations for Youth Night 2026

Colm McSherry — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 11:29:01 GMT

Young people across Leitrim will be celebrated this evening (Friday, November 13) as local youth organisations take part in the national Oíche na hÓige initiative.

Leitrim businesses offered 100 per cent rates waiver in first year

Stella Gordon — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 11:00:45 GMT

A new initiative approved by Leitrim County Council aims to attract businesses to the county and encourage investment in vacant commercial properties.

Fashion show in Leitrim to raise funds for North West Hospice

Colm McSherry — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 10:54:18 GMT

The second annual fundraiser will bring local fashion and beauty businesses together for an evening of entertainment, helping support the vital work of North West Hospice.

Microsoft says fix is not going ‘as expected’ as thousands report ongoing issues

By The Newsroom — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 10:15:13 GMT

Outlook and Teams users face ongoing issues as Microsoft fix hits setback

Minister James Browne to visit Leitrim for housing openings and heritage plan launch

Leitrim Live Reporter — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:24:52 GMT

Minister Browne is set to open new housing developments in Newtowngore and Carrick-on-Shannon before launching Leitrim's Heritage Plan for 2026–2031.

Leitrim road facing vegetation problem affecting street lighting

Stella Gordon — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:50 GMT

Cllr Maeve Reynolds has called for vegetation to be cleared from the N4 at Mohill cross amid concerns over street lighting and road safety.

EU leaders to meet in Dublin amid prospect of Europe joining Ukraine peace talks

David Young and Press Association — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 02:45:29 GMT

The informal meeting of the European Council comes a day after the Irish capital hosted the European Political Community summit.