Current situation at Sligo hospital not sustainable, says councillor
There are fears that the situation at the emergency Department of Sligo University Hospital due to unprecedented demand and insufficient staffing is not sustainable going into the coming winter season. The ongoing issue of the pressures on the hospital were raised at yesterday’s meeting of Sligo County Council, with Fine…
Works needed at Rosses Point before summer season
A Sligo councillor says a number of issues need to be addressed at the Sligo seaside village of Rosses Point ahead of the summer season. Fine Gael Councillor Thomas Walsh says there is a need for speed control measures, upgrading of public toilets and provision of safe parking for camper…
Sligo hoping to soon have its own festival and events manager
It’s hoped that County Sligo may have its own festival and events manager later this year. Sligo County Council is seeking approval for the position from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. The cathaoirleach of the Sligo/Drumcliffe Electoral Area, Cllr Thomas Walsh, says funding for the post was…
One of 4 retrofitting training centres to be based in Connacht
One of four centres in the country to train people in retrofitting homes to conserve energy is to be located in Connacht. The centres should be of particular interest to people working in the construction industry who want to learn about energy conservation and improve their so-called ‘green skills.’ The…
Meeting this morning between Garda, councillors to discuss Sligo station
A meeting is to take place this morning between representatives of An Garda Siochana and Sligo councillors in relation to Sligo Garda Station. There had been hopes a new garda headquarters would have been built in Sligo, particularly after a site was obtained at Caltragh on the outskirts of Sligo…
€1,000 grant for self-employed
Self-employed traders and businesses employing fewer than 10 people can now apply for funding of up to €1,000 to cover reopening costs such as fuel, wages and mentoring. The updated Enterprise Support Grant for self-employed workers in Ireland is now open for applications. Previously aimed at entrepreneurs setting up new…