Donkey derbys need greater monitoring, say animal welfare experts
Organisers of local festivals which include donkey derby events have been advised by animal welfare groups that they need to alert them to the staging of such events to ensure animals are not mistreated. It…
Sligo bouncy castle company owner lashes out at ‘craziness’ of compensation culture
The owner of the Sligo Bouncy Castles company has hit out at the compensation culture in this country, saying something needs to be done or more leisure-based businesses like his will close. Michael Roarty was…
Bruton defends personal cost of Climate Action Plan ahead of Donegal meeting
The Minister for Communications and Climate Action, Richard Bruton, is due to address a town hall meeting in Donegal Town this evening to discuss the Government Climate Action Plan. He acknowledges the changes afoot will…
Sligo train overcrowded yet again as supporters headed for Croke Park
For the second time in the past three Sundays, the Sligo to Dublin train was packed to capacity, standing room only, on a stifling hot day – this was the experience of passengers on the…
My battle with alcoholism and homophobia – Noel Cuningham on ‘Friday In Focus’
Donegal celebrity and hotel manager, Noel Cuningham, has opened up about the bullying he endured as a result of his sexuality, and on his dependency on alcohol in the past. Noel’s is this week’s ‘Friday…
Last ever Chairman of North Western Health Board welcomes new health structures
At the last ever meeting of the North Western Health Board in 2004, its Chairman, Leitrim councillor, Sean McGowan, expressed the hope that the newly-established HSE would feature local input into influencing local services. He…
Perry refuses to comment on General Election intentions
Former Fine Gael Minister and TD, John Perry, has today refused to confirm if he will stand as an Independent candidate in the Sligo-Leitrim constituency in the next General Election He had indicated last week…