Introduction of bodycams a positive step for Irish Rail employees
A Sligo Leitrim TD says the introduction of bodycams for some Irish Rail employees is a positive first step. There has been a rise in recent years over anti-social behaviour on the rail services…
Michael Duignan appointed as the new Bishop of Clonfert.
A former lecturer at St Angela’s College and chaplain at IT Sligo has been appointed as the new Bishop of Clonfert. Michael Duignan has been appointed by Pope Francis after John Kirby announced he was…
Sligo Bay Lifeboat assists four people in difficulty
Sligo Bay Lifeboat assisted four people after their boat got into difficulty yesterday evening. The lifeboat had been attending another call-out near Aughris Head in Sligo and were returning back to base in Rosses Point…
Warnings issues over wild fires during hot weather
Weather-forecasters are warning of the possibility of wild-fires during the hot weather. There was a large blaze near the Arigna mountains in north Roscommon last night. Calls were made on the Taoiseach and Minister…
New property register bill to benefit rural residents
The recent valuable property register bill introduced into the Dáil by Sinn Fein will be of particular relevance to those living in rural Ireland. The Party’s spokesperson for Justice and equality, Sligo Leitrim TD Martin…
Enniscrone residents voice concerns over 5G Mast
The local community in Enniscrone are voicing their disapproval at the erection of a 5G mast in the area. A meeting was held on Friday last where people voiced their concerns over the planned…
Planning application lodged to construct 44 houses & apartments in Sligo town
Sligo County Council has received a planning application for the construction of 44 houses and apartments in Sligo town. The application submitted to Sligo County Council on July 3rd is for the proposed development of…