Minister O’Brien to launch Sligo Local Economic and Community Plan
The County Sligo Local Economic and Community Plan will be launched later on this morning. The project know as Sligo 2030 – One Voice One Vision will be launched by Junior Minister of State at the Department of Rural and Community Development Joe O Brien. Today’s…
RIOT Sligo taking place later this month
An online event aimed at revitalising the areas we live in is taking place on the 23rd and 24th of March. RIOT Sligo, which stands for Reimagining Our Town, will explore how utilising the arts, our culture and creative industries can help in the regeneration and development of towns and…
Sod being turned today on Irelands latest National Bike Centre
The sod is being turned today on Irelands latest National Bike Centre. One of only four in the country, the official Sod Turning Ceremony for the Coolaney National Bike Centre in Co. Sligo is taking place at 2.30pm. Guest of honour, Minister for Rural and Community Development Michael Ring, will…
New public library for Sligo to be examined
A new joint public library between Sligo County Council and IT Sligo is to be examined. Funding is being applied for under the Urban Regeneration Development Fund for a feasability study into the project. The proposed joint venture would be located on the Mall. Director of Services Dorothy Clarke told…
Sligo aiming to become region’s capital
Sligo should be aiming to be considered the capital of the North West if it is going to grow and reach it’s potential as a gateway city. That’s according to the county council’s submission to the Ireland 2040 National Planning Framework. Sligo is ready to become the region’s capital…