Tackling racism is the focus of a symposium in Sligo today
Tackling racism is one of the key challenges in all societies around the world. That will be one of a number of issues to be discussed at an intercultural symposium in Sligo today. The symposium…
Mobile mammography unit to arrive in Sligo on Nov. 14th
A leading campaigner for breast cancer services in the north west is this morning welcoming news that a mobile mammography X-ray unit will be in place in Sligo later this month. Caitriona McGoldrick says a…
Scanlon raises concerns over membership of Citizens’ Assembly
A Sligo Leitrim TD has raised concern about the representation from the north west region on the Citizen’s Assembly. The Assembly already held its inaugural meeting in October to discuss the future of the Eighth…
Minister makes no promises on Sligo council’s finances
The CEO of Sligo County Council has been told to submit a new proposal to ease the financial burden on the council. The current five year-plan sets a target for the Council to make a…
Taoiseach warns Brexit negotiations could get nasty
The Taoiseach has warned that Ireland could damage its relationship with Britain by ‘outstaying its welcome’ in Brexit talks. Enda Kenny made his remarks at the All Island forum on Brexit – and said there’s…
Sligo locals concerned over garda strike on Friday
Last ditch efforts are taking place in an effort to prevent an unprecedented strike by gardai taking place this Friday. With less that 48 hours now to go, it’s emerged that the AGSI and GRA…
Chinese ambassador: “Human rights must be dealt with on basis of mutual respect”
The Chinese ambassador says the issue of human rights must be dealt with on the basis of mutual respect between different countries. Asked about the issue by Ocean FM News during a visit to Sligo…