Sligo Gaol Celebrations this Weekend
The imprisonment of Michael Collins in Sligo Gaol one hundred years ago will be marked by a special event this Sunday. A grandniece of Collins’s, Mary Claire O’Malley, will unveil a portrait of her famous…
Little Luna 5K
The Little Luna 5k takes place this Sunday 2nd September at 12 noon. Registration will take place in the Sligo Sports Complex from 10.30am. Luna’s parents Fionnuala and Michael told Francie why the event is taking place.
Why a SKODA for the Pope? All is explained!
Pope Francis will be transported in a SKODA Rapid during his visit to Ireland this weekend. But how did it all come about? Cathal Kealey, PR, Event and Sponsorship Manager for SKODA Ireland explained to…
Friends of Aengus Charity Cycle
A cycle from Malin to Mizen will take place this weekend in aid of ‘Friends of Aengus’. Eimear Lyons, Aengus’ sister, and Terence Cosgrove spoke to Francie about the campaign and the cycle.
Lough Gill Swim Family Fun Day
The annual Lough Gill Swim takes place this Saturday at Doorly Park, Sligo, all in aid of North West Hospice. As well as the swim, a big family fun day of events is also taking…
Sligo Rose heads for Tralee
Julie Patterson heads for Tralee next week to take part in the International Rose of Tralee. She will find out next week whether or not she’ll be taking to the stage with Dáithí Ó Sé…
Rob Spratt Connemara 100 Mile Road Race Challenge
Manorhamilton’s Rob Spratt will undertake the Connemara 100 Mile Road Race between August 11th and 12th. All in aid of STOP Suicide. Just over 30 people will take part in this endurance event with a…