Harkin to vote against Government in no confidence motion
Independent and Sligo Leitrim TD Marian Harkin says she will vote against the Government in the motion of no confidence this week. Meanwhile, the vote in the Government is being described as nothing more than a publicity stunt. That’s the view of Minister of State Peter Burke who…
No injuries reported in crash near Sligo town
Gardai are appealing for witnesses following a crash near Sligo town. The two vehicle collision happened on the N16 near Ballinode, Co.Sligo at approximately 7.40pm yesterday evening. No injuries were reported. Anyone with information is being asked to contact Gardai in Sligo Garda Station.
McHugh & MacSharry to vote against Sinn Fein no confidence motion
It’s reported Fine Gael Deputy Joe McHugh and Sligo Leitrim TD Marc MacSharry will be voting against the Sinn Fein motion of no confidence in the Dail this week. The vote comes as the Oireachtas prepares to take its Summer break on Thursday. Sinn Fein is being accused…
Section of N15 closed due to serious crash
Gardaí are at the scene of a serious road traffic collision on the N15. The section of road at the north side of Cliffoney village is closed and will remain so for much of the day in order to facilitate a technical examination. Road diversions are in place…
Five people detected drink driving in Leitrim
Five people have been detected drink driving in County Leitrim over the past week. Gardai have confirmed that following a number checkpoints in the county, five vehicles were also removed from the roads. Two multi agency checkpoints in collaboration with the RSA and customs were also carried out…
Skippin Court wins feature race at Sligo
Skipping Court won the feature race at Sligo Races Family Day meeting on Sunday – the Friends of Brian Mulligan Opportunity Handicap Hurdle. The Peter Fahey trained gelding stayed on well to claim the win at a price of 13-2. Skippin Court powers clear on the run for home at…
Double World Masters gold for Sligo’s John McDermott
Sligo athlete John McDermott finished the 2022 World Masters Athletics Championships in Finland on Sunday with a second gold medal for Ireland. He anchored the men’s over-75 4×400 metres relay quartet to victory, ahead of the host nation – to add to his gold medal success in the individual 300m…