‘Simplicity and clarity’ needed over guidelines
A local TD says ‘simplicity and clarity’ is needed in relation to the easing of restrictions. Sligo/Leitrim Independent TD, Marian Harkin raised concerns with Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly, in the Dail yesterday. She said, for example, there are conflicting distancing rules for indoor dining that will cause confusion. One…
Donegal TD calls for seven day service at Seaview Respite House
A Donegal TD says Seaview Respite House in Mountcharles needs to reopen as a seven day service. Independent Deputy, Thomas Pringle says it was operating from Monday to Thursday before the pandemic but has been very slow to reopen. Deputy Pringle says if Seaview couldn’t run for a week, the…
Further public consultation on N17 expected in soon
The next public consultation on the N17 Road projects is likely to take place this summer. 521 submissions were received by the local authority up to the closing date of the 15th of January this year. Each submission has been reviewed and checked by various experts dealing with…
Further easing of Covid-19 restriction expected later
The prospect of a more significant summer in the north west is moving a step closer with the easing of a of number of covid-19 restrictions expected later this evening. Early indications are suggesting that International travel for holidays is set to return on July 19th. The plans for further…
Widespread pyrite problem in Sligo
It’s now feared that up to 170 houses in Sligo could be impacted by Pyrite. The revelation comes as those impacted by Mica in Donegal which also causes cracking and crumbling in concrete blocks are to travel to Leinster House in the coming weeks to reiterate their calls…
The Final Whistle podcast 27/05/2021
He’s known as ‘G-Man’. Sligo surfer Gearóid McDaid attempts to qualify for the Tokyo Olympics at the World Surfing Games in El Salvador. We hear from him. OceanFM Ireland · The Final Whistle podcast 27/05/2021 Plus – Armagh’s former Footballer of the Year, Steven McDonnell, on why Donegal are…
Section of R280 down to one lane following road traffic collision
The road between Manorhamilton and Kinlough in Co. Leitrim, by Glenade, is down to one lane following a road traffic collision. Emergency services are at the scene along the R280 this evening. The incident happened at around 5.25pm involving two vehicles. There are no reports of any serious injuries at…