Workers in early years sector forgotten about, says Sligo SIPTU member
The vice chairman of the Sligo SIPTU Big Start Committee says the health of workers in the early years sector has been forgotten about in decisions made by the government in relation to Covid. John…
Special programme on south Sligo fiddle player tonight, 9pm
A special tribute programme on one of Sligo’s greatest but perhaps less well-known traditional fiddle players will be streamed on Facebook at 9 o’clock tonight (Thursday). The programme will focus on James ‘Lad’ O Beirne,…
Covid, Brexit highlight need for discussion on united Ireland, says Donegal councillor
A Donegal councillor says the co-operation between ambulance services on both sides of the border highlights the need for an All-Ireland approach to health services on the island. Independent Councillor Michéal Cholm Mac Giolla Easbuig…
Gardai investigating alleged assault in Donegal Town
Gardaí are investigating an alleged assault incident in the Drumrooske Estate area of Donegal Town yesterday afternoon at about 5pm. A man in his 40s was discovered with injuries and was taken to Letterkenny Hospital…
Into the New Year . . . and another lockdown
Non-essential retail outlets throughout the north west are opening for the final day for at least a month, as the country has entered its third lockdown. Household visits were banned at midnight after the third…
Icy conditions on NW roads
Road users throughout the north west are advised this New Year’s Eve morning to drive with care because of icy and slippery conditions in many areas. Particular care is needed on minor rural roads and…
Snow/ice warning for NW extended until 7am tomorrow (Thurs) morning
The Status Yellow snow/ice warning for Donegal, Leitrim and Sligo has been extended until 7am tomorrow (Thursday) morning. Met Eireann is warning of further falls of snow in places tonight, leading to accumulations in some…
