Border communities group fear the implications of Truss leadership
The Border Communities against Brexit has expressed concern over speculation that the Tory Leadership candidate Liz Truss will trigger article 16 is she elected as the next Prime Minister. The Border group have accused the UK Government of refusing to hold any talks with the EU on the…
50th Anniversary of Loughan House Open Centre
Management at Loughan House have planned an event to mark the 50th Anniversary of the opening of Loughan House for use as an open prison. Getting underway today, the day is being marked with a series of events, including a cookery demonstration with local award winning chef Neven Maguire.…
Rovers European conquerors Viking bow out of Europe
Norwegian side Viking FK, who ended Sligo Rovers recent run in the Europa Conference League, were themselves knocked out of the play-off round on Thursday night in dramatic fashion. They conceded an injury-time penalty in the 94th minute at home to Steaua Bucharest (FCSB) to lose 3-1 on the night,…
Ballinamore face O’Hara’s Mohill repeat of 2021 Leitrim Co final
The stand-out fixture from round three of the Leitrim Connacht Gold senior football championship this weekend is Friday evening’s meeting of the 2021 county finalists, holders Ballinamore Seán O’Heslin’s and Mohill. Ballinamore ended a 31-year wait for the Fenagh Cup last October when they beat Mohill in a memorable county…
Local Councillor says works in Collooney could improve traffic flow
A Sligo Councillor believes that planned works in Collooney present the ideal opportunity to explore an overall proposal for a one way system for the village. Sligo County Council is progressing planned road surfacing and footpath enhancement works including junction tightening along the R290 in Collooney from its junction…
Donegal TD says cost of living march can have an impact
A Donegal TD is encouraging people in the North West to support a march to the Dáil next month to force Government action on the cost-of-living crisis. The march, which is supported by the Cost of Living Coalition, is getting underway on Saturday afternoon, September 24th at Parnell Square…
The Final Whistle podcast 25/08/2022
Tubbercurry’s Liam Kerrigan on moving to Italy, having Cesc Fabregas as a team-mate, and why leaving Sligo Rovers, when he did, was one of the best decision he’s made to date… Donegal’s Town Geraldine Stewart has been a noted shot putter for Tir Chonaill Athletic Club for years. Now she’s…