Water disruption reported in north Leitrim
Repair works are currently ongoing to an interruption at a water treatment in north Leitrim. The repairs may cause a delay to water supply disruptions to Kinlough, Tullaghan and surrounding areas. The works are expected to continue until 3pm on Wednesday. Residents are being advised to allow for 3-4 hours…
Local callouts among over 2,500 coast guard responses in 2024
A number of local callouts were among the 2,554 incidents responded to by the Irish Coast Guard in 2024. Figures published by the Department of Transport show that 44 units were dispatched on over 1,150 occasions over the past 12 months and provided 134 air ambulances. Some of…
Visiting restrictions in place at Sligo University Hospital
Visiting restrictions have been put in place at Sligo University Hospital. It’s due to a number of outbreaks of influenza on site. In a statement, management at the hospital are advising that there are visiting restrictions are in place on a number of wards. …
Sligo University Hospital one of most overcrowded facilities in 2024
Sligo University Hospital was one of the most overcrowded facilities nationwide in 2024. Figures published by the INMO place the facility fourth overall in terms of patients waiting on trolleys throughout the year. Over 7,600 people waited for a bed at the hospital over the course…
Almost 100 without power in south Sligo
Almost 100 homes and businesses in south Sligo are currently without power. The fault was first reported in Culfadda just before 5 a.m. and the restoration time is 6pm. ESB crews are currently on site working to have power restored as soon as possible.
Hopes for greater community supports in 2025
A Donegal TD has highlighted key issues that need to be addressed over 2025. In providing an outlook, housing and healthcare were mentioned as two services in need of great improvement over the next 12 months. Sinn Féin Deputy Padraig MacLochlainn stressed that Ireland is a great country,…
Those with flu symptoms told avoid parties
The public are being advised to stay away from New Years Eve parties if they have flu symptoms. The HSE say 984 people were in hospital with the virus on Monday morning. Donegal-based GP, Dr Denis McCauley is President of the Irish Medical Organisation. He says people need to be…