Inquest into shooting death in Sligo 10 years ago
An inquest is to take place this afternoon into the death almost 10 years ago of a 23-year old man who was shot in Sligo and later died from his injuries. Sam Smith was fatally wounded…
Donegal councillor says rates reform necessary at national level
A Donegal councillor says the system of deciding on how much rates that businesses pay to local authorities needs to be examined at a national level. Fine Gael Councillor Barry O’Neill made his comments in…
Call for longterm solution to Rossinver sewerage problems
A Leitrim Councillor is calling for a longterm solution to problems as a result of an inadequate public sewerage system in Rossinver. Fine Gael Councillor Sean McDermott raised the issue at a meeting in Manorhamilton…
Work to start next year on sewerage schemes in Donegal and Sligo
Work is to start on the upgrade to water and sewerage schemes in Donegal and Sligo early next year. Irish Water has confirmed that contracts have been signed to start work on an upgrade to…
Two new baby vaccines available from next week
Parents can avail of two new vaccines for babies from next week. The Minister for Health Simon Harris has confirmed today that the Men-B and Rotavirus vaccinations will be available from their family doctor from…
MEP calls for Brexit negotiations to include impact on Ireland
The impact on Ireland of Britain’s departure from the EU must be reflected in future Brexit negotiations. That was the plea made in the European Parliament recently by Fine Gael MEP Deirdre Clune. She told…
Farm succession plan welcomed
Macra na Feirme has welcome the launch today by Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed of the farm succession partnership. This partnership proposal was announced in last year’s budget. Farm families will receive a €25,000 tax…
