‘Ophthalmic service in Carrick on Shannon would take pressure off Sligo’
The HSE is being asked for information regarding the provision of an ophthalmic service in a new medical centre due to open shortly in Carrick on Shannon. This service was previously in Carrick before it…
Sligo Labour Party member calls for nurses’ fees to be waived
A Labour Party member in Sligo is calling for the registration fees for nurses and midwives to be waived for this year. Former general and local election candidate Nessa Cosgrove says the government is quick…
Gardai plead for safety on newly-opened Western Distributor Route
Gardai are urging all users of the newly-opened Western Distributor Road on the outskirts of Sligo town to exercise caution and care. It’s as the new route is proving hugely popular, not only with motorists…
Long-running access dispute resolved at Spencer Harbour
The possibility of local people being able to use the Spencer Harbour facility in Leitrim again for docking small boats is getting ever closer after developments were made on the long running issue recently. …
Roads flooded in parts of Sligo
Sligo County Council says persistent rain has caused flooding in many areas of the county. Roads affects included the ‘Long Stretch’ Carraroe, road, which is closed, with diversions in place. There’s also flooding on the…
Local Councillor backs calls for tougher measures to combat illegal dumping
The chairperson of the Manorhamilton MD of Leitrim County Council has backed calls for tougher legislation when it comes to preventing illegal dumping. The former Environment Minister Denis Naughten says legislation on stopping illegal…
Number on PUP payments increase in North West
There’s been a huge increase in the number of people in the north west receiving the Pandemic Unemployment Payment in the past week — but it still remains far below what it was in the…