Major Garda operation in Sligo Town ahead of funeral
There is a major Garda operation in Sligo town this morning ahead of a funeral taking place later in the afternoon. There are checkpoints on all approach roads Into the town and motorists are being…
Traveller Group warns about mental health impact of Covid-19
A warning has been issued to all communities and individuals to mind their mental health during the Covid-19 pandemic. The Sligo Traveller Support Group has issued the warning after claims that people being cut off…
Illegal dumping on the rise during Covid-19
Local authorities across the north west are raising concerns in relation to a worrying increase in illegal dumping since the outbreak of Covid-19. The ongoing restrictions have led many to cleaning out houses and…
North West Residents warned of dangers of forest fires
Warnings have been issued to all land owners that are close to afforestation’s to refrain from lighting controlled or gorse fires this weekend. The recent dry spell of weather has led to increased fears…
New academic year may not start until November
The President of IT Sligo says that the start of the next Academic Year for new students entering third level education could be as late as November. That timeline was echoed by the Taoiseach in…
Covid-19 could have reached have a plateau
New modelling suggests Covid-19 has reached a plateau here, and the virus has been suppressed. However, there’s a warning relaxing restrictions on travel and work after May 5th could see the infection begin to…
Sligo Man remanded in custody after allegedly trying to spit on Gardaí
A Sligo man has been remanded in custody after allegedly trying to spit on Gardaí in county Roscommon. The 25-year-old was arrested at a Covid-19 checkpoint after officers were concerned he was more than…
