Mona McSharry’s reaction to Olympics postponement
Grange swimmer Mona McSharry (Marlins Swimming Club) was bidding to become the first Sligo sportsperson since cyclist Mark Scanlon in 2004 to compete at an Olympic Games. But that ambition is on hold for another…
Listen and respond and we’ll see it through – Tanaiste appeals for co-operation
The Tanaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Simon Coveney, has appealed to everyone to heed the Government advice and guidelines to prevent the spread of coronavirus. Speaking on the North West Today show, Minster Coveney…
Four young Donegal Town residents left stranded in Perth
Four young people from Donegal Town are among those stranded in Perth, Australia, as a result of flights being cancelled due to coronavirus. The four have no jobs and no accommodation and are being quoted…
Worst day of my life – Sligo hairdresser says lay-off decision was horrendous
The proprietor of Alfie’s The Barber Shop in Sligo has said the decision to lay off workers due to coronavirus has been horrendous. Alfie Mahon says he also can’t understand why hairdressers have been forced…
Shut down beaches, caravan parks, camping sites, say local councillors
There’s been outrage at the apparent lack of social distancing at local beaches and resorts across the North West over the weekend. Donegal Cllr Barry Sweeny says the time has come to shut down such…
Up and Running 21st March 2020
This Week: Siobhan Murray author of The Burnout Solution Gary Stafford Lyons Cafe Joe Grogan Walkers 1781 Fabio from Raffaeles Tubbercurry Carol-Anne Rushe from Sweat beat Kellie Cadman from Get Grounded Coffee Cart …
Sligo and Letterkenny Hospitals as prepared as they can be – Saolta CEO
All that can be done, has been done at both Sligo and Letterkenny University Hospials in preparation for dealing with coronavirus patients. That’s according to the CEO of the Saolta hospital management group, Tony Canavan,…