European election candidates to address Killybegs public meeting
A number of candidates contesting June’s European elections in the Midlands North West will gather for a public meeting in Killybegs tomorrow evening. Ten of the candidates will attend the meeting at the Tara Hotel, which will be focused on fishing issues. The candidates will be asked to…
Hopes that 9% hospitality VAT rate will be restored in Budget 2025
It looks as though the Government will restore the 9% VAT rate for the hospitality sector. Although it has not been confirmed officially, Minister for Finance Michael McGrath has said that reducing the rate will be considered in Budget 2025. Up to 600 restaurants around the country have closed their…
Flooding causes raw sewerage to run through Manorhamilton
Flash flooding has led to excess water and raw sewerage running through the streets of Manorhamilton. It is said that the town’s water infrastructure is outdated, and has resulted in strengthening the effects of the flood. A number of businesses have been affected from yesterday’s storm, with the…
Upgrade to Sligo University Hospital Renal Dialysis Unit imminent
It’s been confirmed that infrastructure works are due to take place in the coming weeks to develop a new four bay unit at the rental dialysis unit at Sligo University Hospital. Currently, there are 63 availing of the unit, which has previously been described as one of the oldest…
Calls for priority to locals over proposed forestry developments
There have been calls for priority planning for farmers, landowners who wish to plant their land ahead of large corporations. Concerns have previously been expressed over future forestry plantations in the north west. Just last year, Coillte announced it and British investor Gresham House would purchase large quantity…
Another yellow thunderstorm warning issued for North West
Another yellow thunderstorm warning has been issued for the North West this afternoon. Heavy rain and thunder is expected to continue almost all across the country today, with five counties in the South East included in an orange weather warning. Kerry is the only county not impacted by a warning.…
170 Ukrainian refugees told to move on with sale of Leitrim hotel
170 Ukrainian refugees, who have been staying at the Lough Allen Hotel in Drumshanbo, have been told to move on and find alternative accommodation by the end of the month, as the hotel is now for sale. According to local election candidate, Sean Wynne, there is concern for the welfare…