Remembering Peter Milne – Cancer services fundraiser passes away
Peter Milne of Cliffoney committed to fundraising for the Sligo Cancer Suppport Centre when he was diagnosed with cancer some years ago, which included a ‘four peaks’ mountain climbing challenge. The popular former primary school…
The Friday Panel, Eileen Slevin, Korena O’Hara, Tom Towey
The suitability of crucifixes in our hospitals, retirement, automation, closure of rural post offices, and other issues of the week are up for discussion on this week’s Friday Panel – our guests are Eileen Slevin,…
Achonry/Mullinabreena group call for upgrade to N 17
A road safety group in Achonry Mullinabreena in South Sligo say it fears there may be a serious road collision in the area. The N17 passes through their parish and there are also several major…
Hopes renewed for a cinema in Donegal Town
A cinema for Donegal Town could be back on the cards. A new planning application has been submitted to Donegal County Council by WJ Dolan Construction. The 5 screen 714 seat cinema would be located…
Concerns over future of play centres due to insurance costs
There are fears play centres across the region could close over increased insurance costs. Premiums for the centres have surged recently and some owners find it hard to even get a quote. A new group…
Garda appeal following break-ins to cars at scenic North Sligo locations
On this week’s ‘On The Beat’, Gardai are appealing for information on the break-in to cars at a number of scenic locations in North Sligo, as well as information on burglaries near Grange and in…
Lost files leads to further delay for man’s hip replacement surgery
Sean Campbell of Kilcar in Donegal has been told that a letter from his GP sent to Sligo Hospital for an appointment has been lost in the system, which has further delayed his prospects of…