Sandy Kelly’s biography to be published in October
Sandy Kelly has recorded her first solo album in 30 years, and it’s being released to coincide with her biography. Sandy says it’s taken five years to write, with ‘write’ being the operative word – as she handwrote the entire book!
Man charged with Slieve League murder remanded in custody
A man charged with the murder of another man whose body was found in the water at Slieve League has been remanded in custody. Alan Vial appeared via video link at Letterkenny District Court this morning. The 38 year old with an address in Killybegs was arrested last…
Sligo Councillor calls for an adequate bus service for all parts of Sligo Town
The National Transport Authority has been accused of being “reluctant” when it comes to considering proposed changes to local bus services in Sligo. While there are enhancements geared for a number of routes in the town, it’s thought some minor tweaking to others would make a huge difference to…
Shutting down rallying not the way to deal with Sligo tragedy says Motorsport official
A dark day, and a day on which it’s hard to be passionate about the sport of rallying, but shutting it down is not the way to deal with yesterday’s tragedy in Sligo- Art McCarrick of Cloonacool, Sporting Manager with Motorsport Ireland, has been reacting to the deaths of two…
Update on N56 access restriction not expected for months
Three Donegal TDs met with members of Donegal County Council this morning to discuss the National Policy which restricts access on the N56. Councillor Michael McClafferty, the Cathaoirleach of Glenties Municipal District, says young people are emigrating from west Donegal because they can’t obtain permission to build close to home.…
Investigation continuing into theft of generator in County Fermanagh
An investigation is continuing into the theft of a generator in County Fermanagh. The theft happened at the back of a caravan in the car park on Station Road Kesh at some stage between 11.15 and 11.55 yesterday morning. Police are asking anyone who any suspicious activity or…
Gaeltacht waiting lists on the increase
Gaeltacht waiting lists in many areas, including Donegal, are growing because of a surge of interest in those who want to speak Irish. Many students are left without spaces this year, with most courses from September to Christmas fully booked. Mná Tí and Fir Tí have left the system after…