Tempers flare over proposed new asylum seeker centres in North West
Proposed new direct provision centres for asylum seekers are being set up in Moville in Donegal and in Rooskey in Co Roscommon, and there is speculation that another one is earmarked for South Sligo. Local…
Dublin GAA Star addresses Sligo meeting on drugs awareness
Dublin All-Ireland winnning footballer Philly McMahon is to address a meeting on drugs awareness in Sligo this evening, and event organised by the Owenmore Gaels GAA Club. Philly’s brother, John, died from drug addiction and…
End of the line for Henry’s Jewellers Sligo after 62 Years
The iconic Henry’s Jewellers store on High Street in Sligo is to close, having been in business since 1956. Owner Tony Henry says the decision is regrettable but inevitable considering the huge changes in retail,…
People of NW conned by An Post over closures, claims Cope
There were angry scenes in the Dail last evening when Deputy Pat the Cope Gallagher accused An Post of being cynical and deceitful in closing rural post offices across the North West. He claimed the…
Gardai alerted to drivers ignoring diversion on Bundoran Road in Sligo
Gardai have been notified as a result of the many drivers who are ignoring a diversion in place on Sligo’s Bundoran Road during roadworks, and continuing along the road into the Town. It’s also emerged…
Franciscan Friars visit Sligo to consider setting up local mission
Two Franciscan Friars from Italy have been spending time in Sligo and considering setting up a mission locally. Basil walks around bare-footed and lives in a cave in a mountain in Sicily, while Joseph lives…
Homeless man insists his situation is genuine, in reponse to social media accusations
Saleen claims he is homeless and is seen daily on the streets of Sligo along with his dog. He’s been homeless now for a number of months, he claims. He’s been reacting to accusations on…