Over 120 treated for cocaine addiction in north west in 2023
It’s emerged that 124 people from the north west received treatment for cocaine-related addiction issues in 2023. Figures published by the Health Research Board show that there were 17 in Sligo, in Leitrim there were 10, while Donegal recorded 97, representing a 2.4 per cent rise in the north…
Proposed gambling bill to impact north west clubs and charities
The impact of the proposed gambling bill on clubs and organisations in the north west has been brought before the floor of the Dáil. The Bill aims to bring about regulations in different aspects, including gambling licenses, sponsorships, and advertisements. This includes charities and sports clubs, who will…
Donegal family forced to abandon mica-affected home
A family in county Donegal has been forced to abandon their mica-affected home as it has now become inhabitable. Paddy Diver and his family are one of a number of a number across the county confronted by the crisis. He and his wife Amanda moved into the home…
Opening of Ballyshannon Community Hospital hits stumbling block
Ongoing negotiation between the HSE and the INMO over the new 80-bed community hospital in Ballyshannon has hit another stumbling block. It is believed a vote took place on Thursday regarding what the INMO feel are unsafe planned staffing levels. Nurses have previously said they want to ensure…
GRA President confident that Body Worn Cameras will soon be available for local Gardai
It’s hoped that Garda Body Worn Cameras will be rolled out in the North West shortly. It was confirmed yesterday that the equipment is to be tested in two Dublin stations, as well as one in each of Limerick and Waterford. The test period is expected to begin…
Donegal rent prices concern Ballyshannon Councillor.
A Donegal Councillor says recent research from the ESRI which looks at the average rent prices of new tenancies compared to existing ones offers cause for concern in Donegal. The North West county has witnessed along with Wexford the biggest increases in the country when it comes to the…
Tánaiste urges GP’s to be responsible when it comes to administering charges
The Tánaiste says he hopes people aren’t being exploited in areas where there’s a shortage of GPs. An Irish Independent investigation found price differences of up to 50 euro for an appointment. The prices locally were found to vary from between 45 and 65 euro in Sligo, 50…