Red Cross claims that the north west is providing generous support to Ukrainian refugees.
459 people across Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal have pledged accommodation to Ukrainian refugees. Figures released by the Irish Red Cross show 80 people have pledged in Co. Leitrim, 151 in Sligo and 228 in Co. Donegal. Frank Phelan, Partnerships and Philanthropy Manager with the Irish Red Cross says…
Two men charged in relation to Skreen aggravated burglary
Two men have been charged as part of an investigation into an aggravated burglary at Skreen, Co Sligo, on 18th January last. They are due to appear at Sligo District Court this evening at 8pm. A third man remains in custody at this time.
Yellow wind warning issued for local region
A yellow wind warning for the counties of Sligo Leitrim and Donegal is currently active, Strong to near gale force winds will hit the area throughout the morning and into the afternoon. Heavy rain is expected to lead to hazardous driving conditions in parts with localised flooding likely.…
Renewed calls for Armed Response Unit to be based in Sligo
Increased aggravated burglaries, a growing culture in organised crime, the increasing culture of drug use and the availability of illicit substances in Sligo are all reasons why an Armed Response Unit of An Garda Siochána should be permanently based in Sligo. Those are the views of a Sligo Councillor…
€189,000 allocated for north west under Town and Village Renewal Scheme
Just over €189,000 has been allocated to the region for a range of projects under the Government’s Town and Village Renewal Scheme. €44,100 is going to Manorhamilton to develop an outdoor public space and cultural exchange area and €50,000 for Enniscrone to develop a vacant factory into a shared working…
Tom Niland ‘may not recognise people’ says cousin
Tom Niland’s cousin says he may not recognise people or know his name if he awakes from his coma. Michael Walsh told the Irish Mirror Tom has made ‘reflex movements’ in Sligo University Hospital, however, staff have informed him not to get their hopes up. 73 year old Tom Niland…
North west residents encouraged to donate blood due to low supply
Residents across the north west are being encouraged book an appointment to donate blood. The Irish Blood Transfusion Service say they are struggling to get appointments for the Leitrim and Donegal clinics operating next week. On Monday, blood services will be operating in the Bee Park, Manorhamilton from 4:45pm until…