Government defend changes to vaccine roll-out
The Department of Health has announced 14 more Covid-19 related deaths. 368 new cases of the virus have also been detected. The latest set of figures once again show a relatively low number of new cases in the North West. There were no new cases recorded in Sligo, less…
Lack of consultation on Grange road junction compared to Black and Tans
Grange resident, Brendan Devins, says the last time there was no consultation with locals in relation to land was during the Black and Tan era. He’s one of the residents objecting to the closure of a junction coming out of lay-by onto the N15 road, while Sligo Co Co have…
SUH has second highest number of patients waiting for beds today
Sligo University Hospital has the second-highest number of patients waiting for beds today. There are 31 such patients in Sligo, 23 in the Emergency Department and 8 on wards, according to the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation. University Hospital Limerick has the most patients awaiting beds . . . the…
Truck overturned on Laghey/Pettigo road
Motorists are asked to drive with caution on the Pettigo to Laghey road on which a truck has overturned. The road is impassable for HGVs but other vehicles can get by with care.
Frustrating times for agricultural show organisers
The Irish Shows Association has issued a statement today calling on the government to provide clarity on on the inclusion of events in the National Framework for living with Covid-19. The statement says that after consultation with members, the board of the ISA has no choice at this time but…
Gardai issue appeal on Ballintra drugs seizure and Sligo Town fire
Gardai are appealing for information in relation to a drugs seizure in Ballintra in Co Donegal yesterday. And they’re also seeking witnesses to a large fire which broke out at the Market Yard in Sligo on Saturday night. Garda Joanne Doherty of Donegal Town Garda Station has this week’s On…
Lily celebrates her 100th despite lockdown
Lily Greer from Sligo has celebrated her 100th birthday in style, despite the ongoing Covid lockdown. Lily marked her milestone at Summerville Nursing Home and says she had a happy and enjoyable life OceanFM Ireland · Lily celebrates her 100th despite lockdown