Garda checkpoints across the region this Bank Holiday
Gardaí in the north west region are carrying out a number of checkpoints under the ‘Bank Holiday Lifesaver Road Safety Campaign.’ A driver tested positive for cannabis in the North Sligo area late last night…
Sligo council permission allows Irish Water proceed on plans to upgrade Lough Talt water plant
Irish Water says it is now in a position to upgrade the Lough Talt plant. It’s after Sligo County Council’s decision to grant planning permission to upgrade the existing water treatment plant following a recommendation…
With new wheelchair, easier access for those with disabilities to Rossnowlagh Beach
Those with physical disabilities will now be able to access Rossnowlagh beach more easily. A new wheelchair specifically designed for use on the beach has been unveiled. It follows a fund raising efforts by locals,…
Beef Plan Movement plan protest at Ballinasloe summit
The Beef Plan Movement is organising a protest outside the Irish Farmers Journal’s Beef Summit next Thursday to highlight ‘unacceptable’ beef prices. The summit will take place at the Shearwater Hotel in Ballinasloe at 6.00pm.…
Plans for Lough Talt treatment plant moves a step forward
Sligo County Council can now officially make a decision on a planning application submitted by Irish Water to upgrade the water treatment plant at Lough Talt in South Sligo. Over 13,000 homes in the area…
1,700 households in NW unable to pay anything off their mortgage for at least 2 years
More than 1,700 households in Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal have been unable to pay anything off their mortgage for at least two years. That’s made up of 1,129 in Donegal, 299 in Sligo and 278…
Public warned of cold water temperatures ahead of Bank Holiday
Members of the public across the north west are being warned that water temperatures are still cold – even though sunshine is promised for the Bank Holiday. Irish Water Safety says an average of five…