No real surprises in Budget 2025 – Pringle
As Finance Minister Jack Chambers is about to take to his feet in Leinster House this lunchtime to announce one of the biggest Budgets in the history of the State, one Donegal TD feels that there will be no real surprises. A social welfare package of 2.7 billion euro…
Relics of St. Bernadette of Lourdes come to Sligo today
The relics of St. Bernadette of Lourdes are coming to Sligo today. It’s part of their historic tour around Ireland and they will be in the Cathedral for the next two days. A welcoming ceremony taking place at 2 o’clock this afternoon while several Masses and processions will…
No taxis left in Ballyshannon within a few years warns operator
Bert is a taxi driver serving the Ballyshannon and Bundoran areas – he insists there will soon be no taxi or hackney service at all in Ballyshannon because no-one is taking up new licences. He also claims the provision of rural transport bus services has destroyed the local taxi industry…
Another warning over rogue traders operating in North Sligo
Another warning has been issued over rogue traders operating again in the north Sligo area. Residents are being urged to be on the alert and not to engage with them. It’s believed that they are driving a black Audi A4 English registration with distinctive soft top. Anyone…
Farmers anticipate adequate Budget supports
Farmers across the north west have outlined their hopes for adequate support in this year’s Budget. The reduction of farm incomes, high input costs and increased red tape are just some of the issues farmers are looking to see fixed in today’s announcement. While farmers also believe increased…
Man dies following Boyle crash
A man involved in yesterday’s crash near Boyle has died from his injuries. Gardai are renewing their appeal for information. At around 1.20pm yesterday afternoon, Gardaí and emergency services were alerted to a collision involving a car and a jeep on the N4 at Ardcarne. A man in his 70s…
Lidl stores in Sligo and Donegal among top Deposit Return Scheme performers
Lidl stores in Sligo and Donegal were among the top performers as the Deposit Return Scheme hits over 100 million users. Deposit Return Scheme machines are in 180 Lidl stores around the country. In Sligo, more than €210,000 has been returned to customers after availing of the Deposit Return Scheme.…