Drivers test positive for cocaine and cannabis at two Co Sligo Garda checkpoints
The Gardai in Sligo-Leitrim have confirmed that two drivers tested positive for cocaine and cannabis while stopped at two weekend checkpoints on the Bundoran Road in Sligo and in Coolaney. Ballymote Garda, Darren Corcoran, also…
Mixed reaction to planned Garda uniform change to reflect multi-culturalism
Future recruits to the Gardai will be allowed to wear turbans and hijabs, in accordance with their religious beliefs, Garda management announced last week, during its new recruitment drive. A former local Garda Sergeant feels…
South Sligo farmer claims 74 of his sheep stolen since start of year
Michael, who is farmer in South Sligo, has claimed that 74 of his sheep have been missing, and presumed stolen, since the start of this year. He’s been reacting to reports we had on North…
Donegal policing committee member claims bullets sent to him after raising issue of livestock theft
A member of the Donegal joint policing committee has claimed that bullets were sent to him in the post after he raised the issue of the theft of livestock in the county. Laurence McManus has…
Tremor of 2.4 Richter Scale magnitude confirmed in South Donegal
Residents in South Donegal report tremor movement in the area late last night and this has now been confirmed by the Donegal Weather Channel. A tremor measuring 2.4 on the Richter Scale occurred in the…
The Exo Skeleton gift of mobility – NW set to benefit
Stephen McNally, David Hone and Shane Sweeney called into North West Today to explain the Exo-Skeleton, and its huge benefit to wheelchair users, those with MS, or those with any neurological conditions. Already available for…
The Friday Panel, Maria Walsh, Paula Gilvarry, John Mullaney
Leo’s love letter to Kylie, gender quotas, the Grand National, rural investment and beached whales are among the diverse topics for discussion on this week’s Friday Panel. We are joined by FG Euro Election candidate,…