Eamon McGee’s launch of Donegal abortion referendum campaign is defended
The GAA is to contact all GAA County Boards to remind them of the apolitical nature of the organisation. It follows a number of high-profile GAA member’s involvement in various abortion referendum campaigns. Former Donegal…
Doctors differ in Donegal in abortion debate
Six GPs in County Donegal, identifying themselves as pro-life doctors, have signed a letter refuting claims by those supporting repeal of the eighth amendment that the amendment puts the lives of pregnant mothers at risk.…
Elevation to party leadership has been hectic says McDonald
The Sinn Fein leader, Mary Lou McDonald, is visiting Sligo today and has taken time to speak with North West Today on her role as leader, the latest rise in support in polls for SF,…
A proud day for the family – Niece of Martin Savage welcomes President
President Michael D Higgins is in Ballisodare today where he will re-name the local bridge after 1916 patriot, Martin Savage from Streamstown. Rita Savage is the niece of Martin Savage and still lives in the…
‘Save Our Spire’ campaign launched in Donegal
More than €150,000 is needed to repair the spire of a County Donegal church that was badly damaged by a Christmas Day lightning strike two years ago. A fundraising appeal has been launched to save…
And then there was one – O’Rourke withdraws from FF convention
There is now just one Leitrim-based candidate to contest the Fianna Fail Sligo-Leitrim General Election convention on Friday week. Shane Ellis is set to join Marc MacSharry and Eamon Scanlon on the party ticket, after…
We’re not moving – McGinley family of Connaughton Road reject offer of alternative accommodation
The McGinley family, resident in Connaughton Road car park in Sligo for the past 35 years, have rejected a reported offer of alternative accommodation at a nearby halting site. Marie McGinley say they will not…