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Repair works are to be carried out on the basketball court in Forthill after a lot of equipment was damaged following bad weather. The boards in the court are set to be replaced, however, there is no funding available to re-line the court. The outdoor facilities in Forthill get a…

Active Retirement Ireland has announced the launch of a new wellbeing programme to combat loneliness and isolation, and to support older people to become more aware of and prioritise their mental health in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The programme is to roll out to Active Retirement Associations across…

The lack of public seating available in Sligo town is a concerning issue, particularly for elderly people and those with disabilities. That’s the view of Councillor Declan Bree, who raised the issue at the latest meeting of Sligo Borough Council. A strategy regarding street furniture is currently being prepared, which…

Acquired Brain Injury Ireland has opened a sensory garden at Sligo Transitional Living Unit in Tonaphubble in Sligo. The unit, which assists survivors of acquired brain injuries rehabilitate and work towards independent living opened in 2007. The sensory garden will be open to acquired brain injury survivors, who have completed…

It’s a weekend to remember for one lucky Lotto player in Sligo. An online player scooped a quarter of a million euro in last night’s Lotto Plus 2 draw. The National Lottery is urging online players to check their emails, as they try to track down the winner. The winning…

Funding has been approved for the first phase of refurbishment works due to take place at The Rocks at Gibraltar in Cummeen Strand. A 50,000 euro grant has been allocated to these works from the Community Recognition Fund. The Rocks are a Special Area of Conservation, which meant it was…