New Cathaoirleach seeks to restore Sligo’s image after recent horrific incidents
The newly elected Cathaoirleach of Sligo County Council says he hopes to restore the county’s image during his term after recent incidents in the county of hate crime, murders, sexual assault and attacks on the…
€51,000 for 9 days car rental – Visitor can hire a helicopter for less
A man due to visit Ireland has been quoted a car rental price of €51,000 for 9 days. The issue has been highlighted by his brother-in-law, former Leitrim Cllr John McCartin, who has done the…
‘Nothing to keep young people here’ – Residents’ anger at cost of living protest
Angry residents outlined the desperate situation they face at the weekend cost of living protest outside the Town Hall in Sligo. The Sligo protest was one of a number of such protests held countrywide …
The Friday Panel, Fr Pat Lombard, Jim Lawlor
President Higgins outburst on our housing policy, the cost of living, the Varadkar-Doherty Dail row, fuel costs and levy on coffee cups, among the topic up for discussion on this week’s Friday Panel. Guests are…
Varadkar and Doherty setting bad example for children says angry parent
A local parent has slammed the antics in the Dail yesterday between Pearse Doherty and Leo Varadkar. and says it gives bad example to young children. She says she’s disgusted at the insult-throwing, while she…
Cath Lab facility at Sligo Hospital to close, management confirms
The Cath Lab service at Sligo University Hospital is to cease at the end of June, with those requiring the service being directed to Galway. The Saolta Group has confirmed the news this morning, TD…
Donegal TD left seething after hearing Minister Ryan’s advice for those struggling with fuel prices
The Donegal Sinn Fein TD Pádraig Mac Lochlainn has taken issue with the leader of the Green Party Eamon Ryan over his advice for those struggling with fuels costs to go to their local…