Rescue operation in progress in Gleniff valley in north Sligo
Members of the Sligo Leitrim Mountain Rescue Team are currently trying to rescue four people who have become trapped in the Gleniff valley in north Sligo. It’s understood the climbers have become ‘crag fast,’ which…
Death of Sligo woman Kathleen Reynolds, wife of former Taoiseach
The death has occurred of Kathleen Reynolds, wife of former Taoiseach Albert Reynolds. Mrs Reynolds was 88 and had been ill for some time. She died in the early hours of this morning at the…
Cabinet to discuss minimum pricing for alcohol
The minimum unit price for alcohol products – an measure which is being spearheaded by the Minister of state of the department of health, Frank Feighan will go before cabinet today. Health Minister Stephen…
Delays expected at Holy Well following accident
Motorists traveling on the R287 are being advised to proceed with caution following an accident at the junction at Holy Well Road. Gardai are advising that Diversions are in place and that minor delays are…
Old Summerhill College fire investigation ‘remains ongoing’
Gardai say investigations are still continuing into the fire that badly damaged the old Summerhill College building in Sligo. The fire occurred on Friday evening, the 23rd April. It caused significant damage to the property,…
Councillor says south Donegal must not lose out on staycation market
A Donegal Municipal District Councillor says that consideration must be given to having different levels of Covid-19 restrictions for the County of Donegal. Fine Gael Councillor Barry Sweeney admits that having alternative sets of restrictions…
Pringle hits out at lack of discussion on Marine Planning Framework
A Donegal TD has strongly criticised the government over its failure to adequately consider the importance of the National Marine Planning Framework. The Government recently allocated only 55 minutes of Dáil time for an issue…
