Section of R280 down to one lane following road traffic collision
The road between Manorhamilton and Kinlough in Co. Leitrim, by Glenade, is down to one lane following a road traffic collision. Emergency services are at the scene along the R280 this evening. The incident happened…
Ireland ‘dragging it’s heels’ around use of rapid antigen testing
A Sligo/Leitrim TD says Ireland is ‘dragging its heels’ in relation to the wider use of rapid antigen testing for COVID-19. Rapid antigen samples, taken with a swab from the nose, do not need to…
People encouraged to attend appointments at community health clinics
In the latest update from the HSE, all Community x-rays and online group psychology sessions in Donegal are cancelled. Most community health services are operating as normal across the region, however, appointments for new clients…
Calls for repair and safety works to be carried out at Mermaids Cove
Repair and safety works need to be carried out at Mermaids Cove by Mullaghmore Beach. Independent Sligo Councillor, Marie Casserly is calling for the works to be carried out saying there is a temporary solution…
Sligo farming official backs calls for beef regulator
A Sligo based high ranking official of a new national farming body has backed calls for the immediate appointment of a beef ombudsman or regulator. The appointment of such a position was discussed the…
Man appears in court over Sligo stabbing incident
A man in his 20s has been charged in relation to a stabbing incident which occurred in Sligo town yesterday. The man was arrested by Gardaí from Sligo shortly after the incident occurred. …
Community groups struggling to raise stake for matching funding
The effectiveness of many community groups in the North West could be hampered in the coming months due to concerns over their ability to secure state funding. Community Associations are required to provide matching…