Fourth body – believed to be of a young child – found in Fermanagh Fire
A 4th body, believed to be that of a young child, has been found by police investigating a fire than killed 3 people in Co. Fermanagh earlier this week. The body of a woman and…
UPDATED: Red Alert: Knock Airport to close tomorrow
Update 5pm: The North West is braced for the Storm Emma and a Red Alert remains in place in Sligo, Donegal and Leitrim. North Donegal has been worst hit so far with members of the…
HSE: Only the most essential homecare services remain in place
Routine appointments and elective and day surgeries have been cancelled in Sligo and Letterkenny Hospital. Meanwhile, the HSE says only the most essential homecare and community nursing services are being prioritised for older people and…
Gardai warn businesses #StormEmma poses a prime opportunity for criminals
The Gardai are warning closed businesses to keep a close eye on security over the next two days as the weather poses an opportunity for criminals. Many businesses in the North West are closing early…
SF questions why Donegal Garda Station is being downgraded now?
Sinn Fein has questioned whether a lack of politicial clout in Donegal has led to threats of the Garda Station in Donegal town being downgraded. The fears emerged this week and the issue came up…
An Post says payments will be available next week
Post offices closed at lunchtime today and will remain closed most likely until Monday. However, Social welfare recipients are being reassured their money will be waiting for them AFTER the snow storm. Uncollected payments are often…
President Higgins pays tribute to emergency services
“As the country prepares for the worst of the winter weather, may I extend deepest appreciation to all those who continue working under these conditions, for all our citizens, to keep the roads clear, maintain…
