Commissioner says new Garda plan can deal with Brexit in border areas . . . and boost community policing
Garda Commissioner Drew Harris says the new arrangements in An Garda Siochana will mean the force will be able to deal with issues arising from Brexit, which is a major concern in the north west…
Donegal’s success with #Love Donegal Day and Donegal Connect
Donegal is basking in the success of a novelty digital promotional effort. Recently, people from Donegal and those from the county around the world were urged to tweet about the county and their lives or…
Temporary swimming ban in Bundoran
A temporary swimming ban is in place at bathing waters in Bundoran, Co Donegal. This due to the recent heavy rainfall. The ban is in place for a period of 72 hours and Donegal County…
PPN Sligo survey finds community sector is facing a crisis with rising insurance costs
The community sector is facing a real crisis when it comes to rising insurance costs and the government is not doing enough about it. That’s one of the main findings of a survey carried by…
North West more vulnerable to downturn because commercial property units rely on accommodation and tourism
Counties in the west and north west are more vulnerable to a downturn in tourism because of the high proportion of its commercial property units that rely on accommodation and tourism. That’s one of the…
Two car collision on the N17
There been a two-car collision between on N17 between the junctions of Ballinacarrow and Temple House this afternoon. Members of the Sligo Fire Brigade are attending the scene of the incident. Motorists are asked to…
Sligo has the highest vacancy rate for commercial units
Sligo has the highest vacancy rate for commercial units in the country. A new survey by GeoDirectory has found that nationally there are 28-thousand vacant properties. 18 counties saw an increase in the number of…
