Parts of Strandhill to be wiped out unless coastal erosion tackled, it’s claimed
Strandhill businessman, Neil Byrne, has urged the local community to rally round and put pressure on authorities to take action to prevent serious coastal erosion there. He claims parts of the area will be wiped…
The Final Whistle podcast 13/02/2020
It’s our SSE Airtricity League Premier Division season preview edition. As Finn Harps and Sligo Rovers ‘snuggle down’ to a north-west derby for two this Valentine’s Night, Gavin Dykes and Jessica Farry join Austin O’Callaghan…
I never retire from anything – Perry leaves door open for return
Former Fine Gael Minister, John Perry, has ruled out retiring from politics for now, despite his defeat in last weekend’s Election. Mr Perry has criticised the performance of the Fine Gael party in Sligo-Leitrim, and…
Muslim burial plot provided in new extension to Sligo Cemetery
A specially allocated Muslim burial plot has been included in the new extension to Sligo Cemetery, which has been opened. The extension provides for an overall 936 new plots and a columbarian wall. Dr. Jamshaid…
Child abuse victim in disbelief at new abuse investigation procedures
A local woman, who was sexually abused when she was 15 years old, has expressed her astonishment at new procedures which could mean that those under investigation for child could be allowed interview their alleged…
Up and Running 8th February 2020
This week: Claire talks to author Faye Hayden about her Book and Blog Bedtime Stories for mothers and others. Siobhan McSharry about her business Whoops.ie and the opportunities that are now available for anyone interested…
The Final Whistle podcast 06/02/2020
From Sierra Leone to Sligo town… 18 months ago, Mamoud Mansaray came to Ireland in search of a better life. Football helped him get to know the local community. Now, he’s about to make his…