Sligo Food Trail wants new members
Sligo Food Trail is seeking new members. The programme was designed to improve the impact of visitor experiences locally through food. Sligo Food Trail was one of just three foodie destinations selected by Fáilte Ireland…
Mary Harney appointed to board of nursing home company Brindley Healthcare
Former health minister Mary Harney has been appointed to the board of Brindley Healthcare – a company which was founded in Donegal – and is now one of the country’s largest nursing homes operators. Set…
Four young men killed in crash in Donegal
A crash in County Donegal has claimed the lives of four young men. It happened on a road near Magheraroarty last night. Gardai and emergency services were called to the scene of the single vehicle…
HSE asks public to stay away from emergency services on Wednesday
The HSE’s asking the public to stay away from emergency services across the north west on Wednesday unless absolutely vital. It’s begun outlining details of expected disruption to services during the first of six 24-hour…
Extradition hearing for John Downey before the High Court today
An extradition hearing is due to get underway in the High Court this morning for alleged IRA bomber John Downey. The 66-year-old is wanted in Northern Ireland to face charges in connection with the murder…
Ballymote student sets up Young Fine Gael branch at Queen’s University Belfast
A former minister and Sligo TD’s son has established a Young Fine Gael branch at Queen’s University in Belfast. Jude Perry from Ballymote, Co Sligo wants to see the party run candidates in the North…
Gardaí continue to look for information in relation to aggravated burglary in Co. Sligo
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses after an aggravated burglary in County Sligo. An elderly woman was attacked by a male intruder in her home in the Carrickbanagher area at around 2.30am Saturday morning. He was…
