Search continues along Sligo coastline for missing man
Despite the bad weather, the seach is continuing today along the Sligo coastline for a 43-year old man now missing for four days. More than 100 people are taking part in today’s effort, with a…
Increase in road deaths in Sligo, drop in Donegal while Leitrim stays the same
Ten people lost their lives on roads in the north west in 2017. That’s three fewer than the previous year overall according to the figures from the Road Safety Authority. But the county by county breakdown…
Met Eireann says we haven’t seen the last of Eleanor yet
A Status Orange wind warning remains in place for Donegal, Sligo and Leitrim until this afternoon. The warning is also in place for Galway, Mayo, Clare, Cork, Kerry and Limerick while the a yellow warning…
ESB works to restore power to 2000 properties in the region
Councils in the region are dealing with the aftermath of Storm Eleanor which brought alot of damage to the region overnight with trees down and flooding following heavy winds. A spokesperson for the ESB has…
NW Public Health Consultant urges vulnerable people to get the flu vaccine
A leading contagious disease expert based in the north west is urging carers and those who work in hospitals and nursing homes to get the flu vaccine. His call comes as concern grows over two…
Storm updates: Over 4000 homes already without power in Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal
Updated: 10pm Tuesday 2nd January: Sligo County Council road update 10pm Tuesday Strong winds have resulted in fallen trees throughout the county with a number of roads blocked. Water levels are also rising very quickly…
Storm warning — dangerous conditions as trees fallen on roads throughout region
There are reports of dangerous situations on roads in the region this evening because of fallen trees and debris. A number of trees have fallen on the N59 Sligo to Ballina Road. One is on…