Garda investigation launched after property stolen from a vehicle in Drumcliff
Gardaí in Sligo have confirmed that they are investigating theft of property from a vehicle in Drumcliff, Co. Sligo. It’s understood that the incident took place on Saturday last December 17th at approximately 12:00. In a statement Gardai say no arrests have been made. Investigations are ongoing.
Local Councillor slams record-equalling trolley figures
Hospital overcrowding has hit a new high today. According to the INMO’s Trolley Watch Figures, there are 760 people on trollies in hospitals around the country – the highest figure since January 2020. In the North West alone, there are 86 people waiting for a bed in the region’s two…
Investigations continuing after body found in Ballymote
Gardaí are continuing their investigations this morning into the circumstances surrounding the death of a man at a residence in Ballymote. Gardaí were alerted to the discovery of the body of a man at a residence on Saturday afternoon. The Garda Technical Bureau conducted a technical examination at the scene…
Sligo Councillor calls for Garda assault clampdown
A Sligo Councillor has called for a clampdown on assaults of members of An Garda Síochana. Assaults on Gardaí are on a steady increase, with the most recent attacks coming in the Clondalkin area of Dublin. Speaking to Ocean FM News, Cllr Marie Casserly says that Irish people have a…
Councillor welcomes Ask for Angela campaign to Sligo Town
A local councillor has encouraged the launch of the Ask for Angela campaign to be rolled out in pubs and bars around Sligo Town. Ask for Angela is a code word for anyone on a night out who is in an uncomfortable situation to use with any member of staff,…
Gardaí investigating death of a man in Ballymote
Gardaí are investigating all the circumstances surrounding the death of a man at a residence in Ballymote, Co. Sligo. Gardaí were alerted to the discovery of the body of a man at a residence on Saturday afternoon, 17th December 2022. The scene is currently preserved and the Garda Technical Bureau…
Sligo Adult Mental Health Unit officially opens
The Adult Mental Health Unit in Sligo was officially opened this morning. The purpose built Adult Mental Health Inpatient Unit situated on the grounds of Sligo University Hospital opened in October 2020 and serves the counties of Sligo, Leitrim, West Cavan and South Donegal. It was officially opened by Minister…