Protesters occupying Old Market Street premises insist they did not act illegally
The group of protesters who occupied a vacant premises on Old Market Street in Sligo for a number of hours yesterday insist they were not breaking law, as the cause they are highlighting is a…
Man whose son died in alcohol-related incident berates local TDs for objections to Alcohol Bill
David Higgins lost his life after jumping into the River Moy in Ballina in 2011 – an inquest found alcohol was a contributing factor into his suicide. His father, John, has since been campaigning on…
Minister urged to intervene after Ballinfull Post Office appeal rejected 3 days before local residents’ submission
The residents of Magherow say they’re shocked at the decision of An Post’s Independent Assessor to reject appeals for Ballinfull Post Office to be kept open, after revelations that the rejection was made three days…
Last orders for Brennan’s Bar Bundoran after 118 years
The historic Brennan’s Bar of Bundoran shut its doors for the final time last night in what was an emotional occasion for patrons and friends. The pub, operated most recently by sisters Patricia and the…
In it to win it – O’Riada in whistlestop canvas of Sligo
Sinn Fein Presidential Election candidate, Liadh Ni Riada, canvassed Sligo Town at the weekend, insisting she has the credentials to win. She’s been outlining her vision if elected, and has denied that she has tried…
Dunkineely post office shuts its doors for the final time
Dunkineely post office in Co Donegal will close down today for good, as the local community continue to battle to retain the service. The postmistress retires from her position, with Dunkineely one of the many…
Bare knuckle boxing world champion given civic reception
World bare knuckle boxing middleweight champion, Jimmy Sweeney, was accorded a civic reception by Sligo County Council last evening, along with local boxing champions, Dean and Jason Clancy. Sweeney says he and his family are…