Councillor says new Surf Centre in Strandhill must have community space
A Sligo councillor says it’s vital that space is available for the Strandhill community within the proposed new National Surf Centre of Excellence in the seaside village. Sligo County Council has received tenders for the project and they are currently being reviewed. Fine Gael Councillor Sinead Maguire sought an update…
Plea to people NOT to swim in sea at Strandhill
There have been numerous appeals today for people NOT to swim in the sea at the waterfront at Strandhill. It’s after people were seen in the water today. A number of callers to Ocean FM Radio asked that an appeal be put out to people not to swim in the…
Minister announces funding for Rosses Point, Strandhill
Strandhill and Rosses Point have been allocated 202,000 Euro today under the latest allocations of funding under the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund. Minister Heather Humphreys, the Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Islands, confirmed the allocation for the two coastal resorts a short time ago during her…
Government urged to provide funding for social distancing at Sligo locations
Calls are being made on the government to urgently release funding to a number of tourist scenic locations in Sligo such as Strandhill, Rosses Point and Enniscrone for the provision social distancing mobility plans. The calls from Sligo Strandhill Councillor Sinead Maguire are being made after large numbers descended…
Sligo County Council impose parking restrictions at Strandhill
Sligo County Council is imposing further parking restrictions at the seaside village of Strandhill from this evening. It’s part of the ongoing effort to prevent transmission of the coronavirus. The restrictions will apply along the promenade and in the main car park in the village. The council is asking the…
A Survey of Strandhill town to be carried out
The Strandhill Community Development Association (SCDA) are carrying out a ‘Health Check’ of Strandhill Village. In conjunction with Meehan & Tulley consultants, the survey will provide an opportunity for local residents in Strandhill to have their say on what the public think about the village, what positive aspects exist, areas…
Significant damage around Strandhill due to flooding
Significant damage has been caused by Storm Ciara around Strandhill. A surge in wind and rain caused flooding around the area extending far inland. The water brought with it debris and was strong enough to rip up some of the paving stones. Speaking to OceanFM, Fine Gael Sligo Councillor, Sinead…