Latest cases of Covid-19 are people under 45
There’s a “clear change” in the way Covid-19 is spreading, with younger people now accounting for the vast majority of cases in this country. The Department of Health confirmed 6 additional deaths from Covid-19 in their latest figures which were published yesterday evening. All of the 23 newly-confirmed…
EPISODE 8: ARTS NORTH WEST – Tribute to singer Mary McPartlan
This week’s Arts North West is a tribute to celebrated Leitrim-born singer Mary McPartlan who died in April. Writer and broadcaster Vincent Woods remembers Mary’s life and singing and her invaluable contribution to arts and culture in Ireland. All podcasts can be found on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Soundcloud or wherever…
Four new Covid-19 cases confirmed in Sligo
The latest Covid 19 figures show there have been two consecutive days with no reported deaths for the first time since March. There is some worrying news for the local region however with four new confirmed Covid-19 cases being recorded in Sligo. There are now 145 cases in Sligo. …
Over 50 reports of livestock attacks since March
Gardaí received over 50 reports of livestock being attacked by dogs since March. Incidents have been reported across the north west region including one in Co. Leitrim where seven sheep were injured. In this instance, the owner was identified, paid damages to the farmer and the dog was put down.…
Covid-19 cases increase in Sligo & Leitrim
Four new cases of Covid-19 has been confirmed for the North West. Three of the cases are in Sligo and one in Leitrim. There are now 141 confirmed cases in Sligo, 80 in Leitrim and 465 in Donegal. The National Public Health Emergency Team is expected to brief…
Expected increased in Local Covid-19 cases confirmed
The number of Covid 19 cases has risen sharply in the North West. After recent reports of clusters of the Coronavirus in Sligo ten new cases have been confirmed in the most recent figures published by the Department of Health. Both Donegal and Leitrim have reported one additional…
More flooding disruption in local region
Once again flooding is impacting on commuters in the North West this morning. The Dromahair to Carrowroe is blocked at Aughamore where Lough Gill has burst its banks. The Council have been informed and motorists are advised to travel to Sligo via Ballygawley. There is also flooding…