He joined fellow independent Turlough McGovern and the 8 Fine Gael Councillors in the local authority to form a coalition for control of the council

Lanesboro's Mark Casey will be announced as the new Cathaoirleach of Longford County Council next week.

Sean McGowan, from Dromod, is the latest politician to speak about the negative impact of social media.

The Mohill man revealed his decision is partly because of abuse leveled towards him on social media.

Garda in Leitrim have confirmed that they are carrying out inquiries into reports of public roads being blocked as part of the demonstration.

Councillor Enda McGloin believes a greenway taking in parts of Leitrim, Roscommon, and Cavan would attract tourism to the region.

The scheme is looking for a total of €60,000 to cover expenses and to appoint a co-ordinator.

Councillor Murray joined the council in 2013 following his co-option to Paddy Belton's seat.