The Spanish Armada festival returns to Sligo this weekend after two year absence
The Spanish Armada festival returns this weekend and will take place in Grange and Streedagh with a number of events taking place , following a two year break due to Covid 19. Three Spanish Armada ships sank at Streedagh beach in September 1588, and for the past twelve years,…
Local Councillor issued warning in relation to high tides
With high tides being experienced at beaches across the North West over the past few days, a local councillor is urging people to check tide times in relation to parking cars at locations such as Streedagh beach. Holidaymakers and locals have again reported situations of vehicle owners returning to their…
Road to Streedagh Beach closed to traffic; beach itself remains open
People are advised that the road to Streedagh Beach is closed about half a kilometre from the amenity. Sligo County Council are concerned about the volume of road traffic but do say the beach itself is open. Those driving are asked to park at the nearby green area and then…
Local Lockdowns a possibility for summer 2021
Local lockdowns are a possibility heading into the summer, according to the Tánaiste as concerns grow around the so-called Indian variant. The Fine Gael leader said that while there have been “mixed results” to such lockdowns in the past, the Government is retaining the option to use them should…
Road to Streedagh beach closed due to large crowds
Sligo County Council have closed the road to Streedagh beach due to the large crowds that have gathered. The good weather has brought people out to local amenities, however, the beach is said to be very crowded. Gardaí and Sligo County Council are advising people to stay away from the…