Church of Ireland branded ‘unchristian’ by singer over Sligo organist controversy
The decision to ask an organist to step aside from playing in Church of Ireland churches in Drumcliffe and Munninane in North Sligo, because of his same sex marriage, has been condemned. Singer James Nelson…
Owner of stolen dogs makes emotional appeal for their safe return
The owner of two French Bulldogs which were stolen from his van near Glencar Waterfall last Sunday has made an emotional appeal for help in trying to locate them, Sean says he’s heartbroken by the…
‘Have ya trouble?’ – Undertaker David is subject of RTE TV documentary
County Sligo undertaker, David McGowan, is the subject of a documentary to be screened on RTE TV this evening, profiling his work. Ahead of the screening of ‘The Funeral Director’ David reflects on his 40…
Garda appeal after two French Bulldogs stolen at Glencar Waterfall
Two French Bulldogs were stolen from a van at Glencar Waterfall on Sunday last, 8th December – they are worth a lot of money, and Gardai are appealing for information in relation to the matter.…
Local solicitor expresses concern after another altercation on Sligo train
Sligo solicitor, Barry Creed, has expressed safety concerns for passengers on the Sligo to Dublin train route, after witnessing a number of incidents in recent years. The most recent involved an altercation between a teenager…
No speed vans wanted near churches or cemeteries, insists Cllr
The operators of the Go Safe speed vans have been asked not locate vehicles near churches or cemeteries in Co Donegal. The matter was raised at a meeting of the county’s Joint Policing Committee, and…
McDonald calls for national forum on Irish unity as she honours Ballisodare volunteer
Mary Lou McDonald was in Ballisodare on Sunday as the guest speaker at a commemorative event to mark the centenary of the death of local man, Martin Savage. She’s been speaking about the need for…