New local gift card campaign launched for Sligo
People are being urged to shop local in the lead up to Christmas. A new gift card campaign has been launched by Sligo Chamber of Commerce, Sligo County Council and TY students from the Mercy College. The localised gift cards can be used in over 100 shops in Sligo and…
Over 500 students take part in climate change demonstration in Sligo
More than 500 second level students in Sligo have marched in protest over lack of action on climate change. It’s all part of a global movement begun by 16-year-old Swedish student. They are calling on the government to declare a “climate emergency”. Pupils from schools across the country, including the…
Mercy College’s gym room is still open to sports groups outside school hours
The Board of Management at Mercy College in Sligo have said that although the school’s gym is no longer in use, the room in which it was situated is still open to sports groups outside of school hours. The gym, which is also used a fitness room, is part of…
New timetables for Sligo schools from September
Secondary Schools in Sligo will see major changes to their timetables beginning next September. In line with changes to the Junior Cycle, all classes will be finishing early on Fridays and starting earlier each morning. Summerhill College, The Ursuline College, Sligo Grammer School and The Mercy College in Sligo Town will…
Sligo’s Mercy College long-term plan is Gaelcholaiste for the region
The Principal of the Mercy Secondary School in Sligo says their long-term plan is to develop an independent Gaelcholáiste for the region. Colette O’Hagan is welcoming last week’s approval of the first secondary gaelscoil not only for Sligo but also for Leitrim and south Donegal as well from next September.…