Concern among farmers over ‘Fair Deal Scheme’
A Sligo/Leitrim TD says there is huge concern among elderly farmers and their families who fear part or all of their farms may eventually have to be sold to enable nursing home bills be paid.…
CAP to be discussed by EU candidates this evening
The Common Agriculture Policy will be discussed and debated by candidates running in the European Elections in the Midlands North West Constituency this evening. The meeting, organised by the Irish Farmers Association, will allow farmers…
Outgoing councillor warns about complacency on coastal erosion
A Sligo councillor is warning against complacency when it comes to dealing with erosion along the coast. Outgoing Fine Gael Councillor Hubert Keaney, who is not seeking reelection, says serious decisions will have to be…
House-to-house enquiries part of Donegal wildfire investigation
House to house enquiries have been taking place in the Milford area of Donegal as part of the ongoing garda investigation into the cause of the gorse wildfires that affected a wide area in the…
Farmers protesting against AIB decision to sell off certain loans
A number of farmers have gathered outside AIB’s Headquarters in Dublin to protest against the banks decision to sell off certain farmer loans. AIB is holding its AGM there today, just weeks after the bank…
Public discussion on upcoming EU elections taking place Thursday
A public discussion on the upcoming European Elections will take place in Sligo this morning. (Thursday) The event is titled ‘The Importance of the European Elections: A Citizens Dialogue’ and will take place in the…
Traffic calming sought at Cartron Hill Estate in Sligo
A Sligo councillor is calling for traffic calming measures at an area in Sligo Town. Fine Gael Councillor Sinead Maguire says local residents have raised concern about motorists travelling at speed around Cartron Hill Estate.…
