Kenny describes protests at politicians homes as ‘completely inappropriate’
A Sinn Fein TD says people protesting outside of politicians home is ‘completely inappropriate’. Sinn Fein Deputy, Martin Kenny is making the comments following Gardaí having to be called to the home of Tanasite,…
Tánaiste expects funding issues at Sligo Airport will be resolved
Tánaiste Leo Varadkar says it’s anticipated the funding issues surrounding Sligo Airport will be ‘resolved shortly’. Independent Sligo/Leitrim TD, Marian Harkin raised the issue in the Dáil yesterday evening where she said the busiest…
Concerns raised over delay for adoptive people accessing information
A number of local TD’s have highlighted their concerns over the delay in access to information for adopted people. Independent Donegal TD, Thomas Pringle introduced the Adoption Information Bill along with Deputy Catherine Connolly at…
Parts of Hazelwood forest closed this week due to biodiversity works
Parts of Hazelwood forest in Co. Sligo near the carpark will be closed this week as Coillte carry out extensive works to clear invasive species. Over €200,000 is being invested at Hazelwood this year for…
Local wind awareness representative questions job potential of industry
A local representative from a wind awareness group is dismissing the claims that tens of thousands of new jobs are at risk if Ireland fails to hit its 2030 wind energy targets. Wind Energy Ireland,…
Gardaí seek information in relation to Enniscrone burglary
Gardai in Sligo are appealing for information in relation to a burglary which occurred in Enniscrone earlier this month. The incident is believed to have taken place in the early of hours of…
Garavogue River needs updated floodgates
There are hopes the 12 penstocks along the Garavogue River will all be upgraded to prevent further flooding damage. Fine Gael Cocunillor, Thomas Walsh, submitted a motion at yesterday’s Sligo County Council meeting seeking funding…
