Tree down on N16 Sligo to Manorhamilton Road
There was a tree down earlier this morning on the N16 Sligo to Manorhamilton Road at Doonally Crossroads. It’s understood that the road crew from Sligo County Council are currently working to remove it. Motorists are asked to drive with extra care and to slow down in the…
Sligo Rovers sign Connor Malley from Dundalk
Sligo Rovers have signed midfielder Connor Malley from fellow League of Ireland side Dundalk. Newcastle-born, Malley who’s 23 years old, joins on a one-year contract. As well as Dundalk, Malley began his career at Middlesbrough before having spells at Carlisle United, Gateshead and Rochdale United. He becomes…
23 people waiting for a bed at North West hospitals
182 people were waiting for beds in hospitals around the country this morning. Five were waiting at Sligo University Hospital while a further 18 were waiting at Letterkenny. The latest figures from the INMO show 138 patients are waiting in emergency departments, while 44 are in wards. …
Councillor Noreen McGarvey to be laid to rest on Monday
The late Fianna Fail Councillor Noreen McGarvey will be laid to rest on Monday. Cllr McGarvey passed away on Thursday night in the Donegal Hospice. Elected to Donegal County Council in 2019, Cllr McGarvey has also served as secretary to former TD Pat the Cope Gallagher. Tributes…
Four wards impacted by outbreaks at Sligo University Hospital
Sligo University Hospital is currently battling a number of outbreaks of respiratory illnesses. RSV, COVID-19 and flu are circulating in local communities and Sligo University Hospital is currently managing outbreaks on four wards. Anyone with respiratory symptoms are being asked to avoid visiting healthcare settings to prevent the…
‘Huge aspirations’ to increase connectivity to & from Ireland West Airport
There’s a huge aspiration to increase connectivity to and from Ireland West Airport. That’s according to Fianna Fail Senator Lisa Chambers following confirmation that the facility is set to receive almost €1.9M in funding for safety and security operations. There’s ongoing concern though over getting to and from…
Tánaiste expresses condolences following passing of Cllr Noreen McGarvey
The Tánaiste Micheál Martin has expressed his deep sadness following the passing of Donegal Fianna Fail Cllr Noreen McGarvey. The Tánaiste described the late Cllr as a friend and someone who was an integral part of community and political life in South Donegal. In a statement issued today,…