Mica campaign heating up
A Donegal TD says the current compensation for homeowners affected by Mica does not go far enough. Houses in Donegal, Sligo and Mayo are among those affected. The government has been told it should pay…
Extended complaints service for hospital patients
The Patient Advocacy Service is launching an extended service that covers Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal. The Patient Advocacy Service is a free, independent, confidential service that offers support to people in the Sligo, Leitrim and…
FARMING: Climate Action Bill, lamb prices
IFA President Tim Cullinan has strongly criticised the lack of scrutiny of the Climate Action Bill and has accused Minister Eamon Ryan of attempting to ‘ram through’ the legislation without due process. Mr Cullinan went…
Decisions expected this week on turbines at Croagh, near Dromahair
Decisions from Leitrim and Sligo county councils are expected this week on planning applications for proposed wind turbines at Croagh, near Dromahair, in north Leitrim. Nearly 200 submissions have been made to the councils in…
Additional powers for Gardaí
Gardai are to be given additional powers under new legislation being proposed by the government. The Garda Powers Bill, which is being published today, includes enhanced measures in areas like arrest, search, and detention.…
Woman airlifted from Cuilcagh mountain
A woman was airlifted by the Rescue 118 Helicopter from Cuilcagh Mountain to Sligo University Hospital after sustaining ankle injuries. The incident took place of the Boardwalk area of the popular attraction tourist, which is…
Tubbercurry wins inaugural Dot IE Digital Town Awards.
Tubbercurry has won in the inaugural Dot IE Digital Town Awards. The town was nominated, and won, in the ‘Digital Rising Star’ award/ 31 finalists in 14 different categories from 15 counties nationwide…