Sligo Councillor wants action in relation to extension at Sligo University Hospital
There’s pressure on the Government, the Saolta Hospital Group and the HSE to fast track the planned extension to Sligo University Hospital. The 42 medical block has been in the pipeline for many years however, it’s thought that it’s moving too slow. Sligo County Council is to write…
Sligo Councillor says proposed Collooney one way system is ‘vital’ for the area
A Sligo Councillor claims a proposed one-way system in Collooney is urgently needed to address the rapid growth of the area Fine Gael’s Thomas Walsh says applications for funding the scheme have been so far unsuccessful in 2020 and 2021. Funding has previously been allocated for footpaths on Barrack Street…
New car park, walkway at Union Wood in Sligo
Plans have been finalised for a new car park for Union Wood and a walkway linking Ballygawley to the lake. The project will consist of 40 additional car parking spaces and direct access to the Sligo Way. A picnic and seating area will also be developed. The project will consist…
Calls for a skate park in Sligo
A Sligo councillor has joined calls for a public outdoor skatepark to be built in the county. Fine Gael’s Thomas Walsh says there is a growing community of skaters in town and county but no dedicated place for them to safely practise and socialise. He says in his local area,…
Permanent Cath lab at Sligo University Hospital could treat 2,000 a year
A Sligo Councillor says a permanent Cath Lab at Sligo University Hospital could mean 2,000 patients a year could be treated instead of having to travel to the likes of Galway. That’s the view of Sligo/Drumcliffe Fine Gael Councillor, Thomas Walsh who is calling for a timeline on when the…
Six new posts created for Sligo Active Travel Scheme
It’s hoped at least three engineers, two executive engineers and a senior executive engineer will be hired soon to run the Active Travel Team for Sligo. Almost €2.6m was announced in March 2021 for a range of walking and cycling projects across the county with a team now being appointed…
Push on to get €200,000 for Ballisodare, Collooney and Ballymote
There are renewed calls for three key towns in County Sligo to be given the €200,000 they are each seeking under the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund. Two of the towns, Collooney and Ballisodare, are satellites of Sligo town while Ballymote plays a key role serving a larger rural population…