‘Wrong decision’ to house refugees in Sligo apartments
A decision to house almost 600 international protection applicants in Sligo Town has been branded wrong and lacking common sense. Over 400 refugees, mainly families, are due to arrive at Benbulben Court in the coming days. It follows the arrival of almost 180 refugees to Milligan Court last…
Former TD Eamon Scanlon may enter election race
There’s growing speculation that former Fianna Fail TD Eamon Scanlon will enter the General Election race. It’s understood that Scanlon is giving strong consideration to throwing his hat into the ring, after losing his Dail seat in 2020. Currently, Sligo councillor Edel McSharry is the party’s only confirmed…
Clarke to contest General Election
Independent Sligo Cllr Michael Clarke has confirmed that he is to contest the upcoming General Election. Cllr Clarke will run as a candidate for the Independent Ireland Party in the Sligo/Leitrim constituency. He was first elected to Sligo County Council in 2009 and previously contested the 2011 General…
Two people arrested after alleged stabbing in Donegal
Two people have been arrested following an alleged stabbing incident in Donegal. Gardaí have confirmed a man and woman were arrested following an assault which happened at a residence in Ballybofey, at around 9pm last night. A man in his 30s was taken to Letterkenny University Hospital to…
Families set to live in Sligo apartment complex
It’s been confirmed that the asylum seekers due to move into Benbulben Court in Sligo will comprise of families. They are set to arrive in the coming days. In a statement, the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth has indicated that 415 beds will be provided…
Months before Sligo homeowners can access Pyrite scheme
It’s estimated that it could be up to six months before people in County Sligo will be able to access the Defective Block Redress Scheme. Yesterday, Sligo was finally added to the scheme, following years of waiting, paving the way for hundreds of homeowners to repair or rebuild their…
All eyes on London as Rory Gallagher’s guitar goes under the hammer
All eyes are on London today as Rory Gallagher’s famous 1961 Fender Stratocaster Electric Guitar is set to go up for auction. It’s among a number of items having belonged to the Ballyshannon rocker that will go under the hammer at Bonhams Auction House this afternoon. The guitar…