Proposed routes for N17 upgrade could be devastating for local farmers
The proposed upgrade of N17 between Collooney and Knock has caused some unrest among local farmers. Vice- Chairman of the IFA, Michael O’Dowd and Community Activist Jack Devaney joined North West Today to discuss the effect that this upgrade could have on local farmers and the community as a whole:…
Cullinane calls for law change to protect nursing home residents
Sinn Fein have launched a new policy document which is calling for an overhaul of safeguarding measures to protect nursing home residents from neglect and abuse. David Cullinane, Sinn Fein Party Health spokesperson, tells North West Today why the law needs to be changed to protect these people and how…
Sligo hospital needs cooperation of public as it fights Covid in several wards
Sligo University Hospital is dealing with Covid-19 outbreaks in numerous wards. Visiting restrictions remain in place as staff continue to deal with an outbreak since the beginning of September. People are asked to visit the hospital only in an emergency situation as keeping footfall to a minimum is essential to…
Leitrim councillor fears ban on smokey fuel will lead to fuel poverty
A Leitrim councillor fears an increase in fuel prices and next year’s ban on smokey fuel nationwide will put more people into financial difficulty. Sinn Fein Councillor Padraig Fallon says protecting the enviroment is vital but measures need to be in place to help people. A recent report from the…
Former Taoiseach says he’ll ‘cry tears of joy’ if Mayo wins
Former Taoiseach Enda Kenny says he’ll cry tears of joy if Mayo ends their 70-year wait for an All-Ireland victory. They take on Tyrone at Croke Park at 5pm tomorrow. Since 2000, Mayo has lost seven finals, while Tyrone has won three titles. Enda Kenny has a ticket and is…
Pyrite Action Group set up in Sligo
A Pyrite Action Group has been set up in Sligo as more homeowners throughout the county report their homes are affected. The first of what is expected to be a number of Action Group meetings throughout County Sligo took place earlier this week in Castleconnor. Among those in attendance were…
Labour Party leader ‘taken aback’ at number of derelict buildings in Sligo
The leader of the Labour Party says he is ‘profoundly taken aback’ by the number of derelict buildings, houses and shops in Sligo. Alan Kelly was speaking while on a visit to Sligo yesterday afternoon during which he met with local party members and officials. It was one of his…