Pringle hits out at lack of discussion on Marine Planning Framework
A Donegal TD has strongly criticised the government over its failure to adequately consider the importance of the National Marine Planning Framework. The Government recently allocated only 55 minutes of Dáil time for an issue that has huge ramifications for the North West region. Donegal Independent Donegal TD Thomas Pringle…
Covid Vaccination open to 59 year olds from this morning
59-year olds across the North West can register for a Covid-19 vaccine from this morning. Latest figures show more than 1.5 million jabs have been administered in Ireland up to Saturday, including 1.1 million first doses. It comes as 453 new infections were recorded here yesterday, which brings…
ESB Technicians commece two day strike
550 network technicians at ESB have started a two-day strike – saying they’re not being properly consulted about the outsourcing of work. The Independent Workers’ Union began a work-to-rule over the Bank Holiday weekend, refusing to provide emergency cover even as rough weather hit many areas. The ESB…
Gardaí investigating Letterkenny hoax incident
A number of locations in Letterkenny were searched yesterday evening by Gardaí following reports of an armed incident. Gardaí are now investigating the matter as a hoax call. Gardaí have confirmed that enquiries are ongoing.
Gardaí investigating fire in Sligo
Gardaí are investigating a fire that occurred in the Knocknaganny Park area of Sligo yesterday. The incident occurred at around 11:20pm. Emergency services attended the scene which is currently preserved for examination. No injuries were reported as a result of the incident. No arrests have yet been made and investigations…
Locally produced documentary on Ireland’s fracking ban released
A locally produced documentary telling the story of how campaigners in the north west helped bring about the ban on fracking in Ireland has been released. It was produced by Dromahair based Bandit Films with it currently being shown in 20 cinemas across the UK. ‘Groundswell’ was filmed by Strandhill…
Sligo/Leitrim Mountain Rescue assist person on Knocknarea
Sligo/Leitrim Mountain Rescue were called out to help a person in difficulty on Knocknarea yesterday. The person needed to be carried by stretcher after being located at the top of the boardwalk. An ambulance was waiting and they were transported to Sligo University Hospital. 12 members of the team responded…