The Metalman Swim Series 2019
The Metalman Swim Series returns again for 2019. It’s a one day event this year on Saturday 8th of June. They’ve also added 2 new events this year. Entries will open on February 5th. Shane O’Doherty spoke to Francie Boylan on Outdoor Pursuits about the event but also about other…
Status yellow snow and ice warning extended until Sunday
A status yellow snow and ice warning has been extended until Sunday. In the north west today, it’s expected to be generally dry . . .but it will remain cold. However, motorists are urged to remain cautious because of fallen snow and ice, as Met Eireann forecaster Vincent O Shea…
Disruption to hospitals in north west could continue today
The HSE is warning of potential disruption to services in hospitals in Sligo and Letterkenny once they get back up and running later. Industrial action by nurses ends at 8am, but the HSE says there could be a surge in patients presenting at emergency departments. INMO members will stage a…
Cold snap expected to last until the end of the week
As the north west deals with the aftermath of its first extensive snowfall of the winter, weather forecasters say the remainder of this afternoon, evening and tonight is expected to be mainly dry. However, the cold snap is expected to last until the end of the week. Speaking to…
Mandate says progress made in Tesco industrial dispute
The Mandate Trade Union says positive progress has been made with an industrial relations dispute involving Tesco workers at the Sligo and Carrick on Shannon stores. Pay, the removal of canteen and break-room facilities and, what members describe as, the breaking of agreements between management and workers were some of…
Highest ever passenger numbers recorded on Sligo-Dublin rail line
The highest ever passenger numbers were recorded on the Sligo to Dublin rail route in 2018. A total of 1.4 million passenger journeys were recorded on the Dublin to Sligo rail line last year a 5.1% increase on 2017. Late last year Iarnród Éireann introduced an extra service each way…
Gardaí continue to look for information in relation to aggravated burglary in Co. Sligo
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses after an aggravated burglary in County Sligo. An elderly woman was attacked by a male intruder in her home in the Carrickbanagher area at around 2.30am Saturday morning. He was wearing dark clothing and left the house on foot with a number of items and…