Speculation over big names to touch down at Ireland West Airport in 2024
Speculation is mounting locally over big names to potentially touch down at Ireland West Airport in 2024. It comes as the airport recorded its highest ever passenger numbers in its history, with 818,000 people…
Sligo family scoops €300,000 in National Lottery
A Sligo family has scooped €300,000 in the National Lottery. They claimed the prize on a €15 All Cash Gift scratch card which they received as a Christmas present. It’s understood that the…
Collooney struck by major power outage
A large number of homes and businesses are currently without power in the Collooney area of Sligo. The outage hit the area shortly before 8.30 this morning, with over 1500 premises impacted. ESB…
Covid hits hard in Sligo, Leitrim & Donegal over Christmas
Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal were among the counties which saw the highest rates of Covid over Christmas. Data seen by the Irish Independent shows that the three North West counties also saw some of…
No far right element in Dromahair – Linnane
A local election candidate in Leitrim says she is confident that there is not a far right element behind recent opposition in Dromahair to the arrival of those seeking international protection at the Abbey Manor…
2023 busiest year on record for Ireland West Airport
2023 was the busiest year on record for Ireland West Airport. It has recorded its highest ever passenger numbers in its history, with 818,000 people passing through the airport last year. It’s an…
McConalogue calls on restaurants to serve smaller portions
A Donegal TD and Minister is calling on restaurants to cut down on the amount of food they put on people’s plates. Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue also says no food outlet should be in…
