Drone reported missing from west Donegal area
A drone has been reported missing from the west Donegal area. Gardaí are appealing for the assistance of the public in their attempts to locate a DJI Mavic 3 Pro drone that was reported as missing from Crohy Head, Dungloe on September 18th. The drone was in a grey carry…
Further appeal for Rory Gallagher’s iconic guitar to remain in Ireland
There are renewed appeals for a guitar owned by Rory Gallagher to be purchased and remain in Ireland. The famous Fender Stratocaster owned by the Ballyshannon musician will be up for auction in London later this month with an estimated value of €1.1 million. Speaking in Cork this week, US…
Evidence supports further cuts of North West fish stocks
It’s emerged that scientific evidence has recommended cutting mackerel stocks in Ireland and the North West by a further 22 per cent. The revelation comes as a meeting is to take place today between Irish fishing leaders and elected representatives to support the industry. The group, the Seafood Ireland Alliance…
Calls for clampdown on parking in disabled bays
There are calls for a bigger clampdown on those who are illegally parking in disabled bays in Sligo. Last week, Gardaí in Leitrim issued a number of fixed charged penalty notices to drivers who parked their vehicles in bays without displaying a blue badge. While over 4,000 fines were issued…
Taoiseach says Budget 2025 will benefit North West
The Taoiseach, Simon Harris, has said the Cost of Living package included in today’s Budget will be a massive help to people in the North West. Budget 2025 will be launched by the Government this afternoon. A social welfare package of around €2.7bn is expected to be included in today’s…
Enniscrone’s Richard Howley wins Grand Prix in Mexico
Sligo showjumper Richard Howley produced an excellent performance on Sunday night whic saw him take victory in the five-star Grand Prix at Coapexpan in Mexico. Howley, riding Zodiak Du Buisson Z, was one of just five first round clears and went on to post a winning jump-off time of 40.74.…
Disappointment expressed over Strandhill safety measures decision
Objections raised locally over a housing development in Strandhill were rejected at the county development plan meeting. An amendment was raised by local Cllr Fergal Nealon based on safety issues the development would bring to the area. The area of Strandhill in question is close to Strandhill National School, which…