Taoiseach and Ministers challenged to visit Hospital Emergency Departments to witness crisis
The Taoiseach and his Ministers wouldn’t be as glib in their comments on mask-wearing and the spread of Covid were they to visit Hospital Emergency Departments for themselves. That’s according to Dr Fergal Hickey, Consultant…
Local chef says fast food outlets should be closed as part of promotion of healthy eating
Celebrity Joe Shannon joined us on North West Today to talk about his recovery from cancer and how he’s staying positive. He’s also expressed his views on the plans for a 20c levy on disposable…
New 20c levy on disposable coffee cups prompts divided reaction
There was heated debate on the North West Today show this morning over the Government plan to introduce a 20c levy on the single use coffee cups. Bundoran Tidy Towns Committee member, Cllr Michael McMahon…
Woman resorts to using candles for light and heat due to rising costs
A local grandmother, who says she’s been poor all her life, is now using candles in her home at night time for light and heat, due to the rise in energy and heating costs. She…
Remembering Lisa – Family of late Drumkeeran woman organise fundraising event
Lisa Cullen of Drumkeeran passed away at age of just 30, in October of last year, four years after she had been diagnosed with a brain tumour. Her family have planned a special event in…
Sligo GAA Board promise continued co-operation to tackle Markievicz Park parking issues
The Sligo County Board has been responding to concerns raised about ongoing problems with parking in the areas around Markievicz Park. PRO Padraig McKeon says the Board fully understands the frustrations of local residents and…
Residents angry at traffic diversions along narrow Calry Road
Residents living along the Calry Road in Sligo have expressed their anger and frustration at the huge volumes of traffic being diverted along the road, as a result of roadworks taking place on the N16…