Relics of St. Anthony of Padua on display in Sligo Cathedral
The Relics of St. Anthony of Padua were on display in Sligo Cathedral today. Thousands have been visiting the reliquary at Catholic Churches over the past few days including at Knock Shrine in Mayo. Large…
Brexit could complicate cross border trade and customs says Kenny
The people of the UK will vote on whether or not they want to remain part of the European Union in less than a fortnight. Upwards of half a million Irish citizens could have a…
School Bag could be crucial in unsolved disappearance in Dublin
A school bag found during the search for Philip Cairns will be examined for DNA evidence. 30 years since the 13 year old disappeared in Rathfarnham, Gardai are looking into the possibility that Philip may…
Delays expected into Roscommom today
Supporters of both Sligo and Roscommon heading to today’s Connaught football semi-final in Dr. Hyde Park are being urged to give themselves plenty of time in getting to the match. Diversions are in place between…
Extra parental leave to be introduced
Parents of new children will be given up to four weeks’ extra paid parental leave in the New Year. Two separate schemes are being rolled out to give time off to parents after the arrival…
Fifth annual Yeats Day festival taking place this weekend
The 5th annual Yeats Day festival continues this weekend with a number of events taking place across Sligo and to commemorate one of Ireland’s most famous poets. The festival which commenced last night will run…
For farmers, no basic payment national reserve this year
Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed has announced that there will be no basic payment national reserve in 2016. This is seen as a huge blow to young farmers and Macra na Feirme say it again…