Water issues continue to impact homes and businesses
Almost half a million people across the country are being served by an ‘at risk’ water supply. That’s an increase of nearly 100 thousand people since 2021, according to the EPA’s latest report into public drinking water supplies. Three of Donegal’s water systems remain on the Environmental Protection Agency’s the…
Number waiting at Sligo University Hospital remains high
Sligo University Hospital is the fourth most second most overcrowded hospital in the country today. The latest INMO trolley watch figures reported that there were 40 people waiting on a bed there this morning. The latest figures confirmed that there were 12 people waiting at Letterkenny University Hospital. University Hospital…
Donegal politicians urged to make position clear on Defective Blocks Scheme
All Donegal public representatives are facing pressure to make their position clear on whether or not they believe the enhanced defective concrete block scheme will meet the needs of homeowners. The Mica Action Group has written to all Donegal TDs, Senators and Councillors, urging them to make their views…
Book of Condolence in memory of Sinead O’Connor officially opens in Sligo
A Book of Condolence has officially opened in Sligo in memory of the late Sinead O’Connor. The book was opened by the Cathaoirleach of Sligo County Council Councillor Gerard Mullaney yesterday. It will be open from Monday to Friday at the County Hall, 9 am until 5 pm…
Residents in Killybegs hit by water outage
Residents in Killybegs may be hit by a water outage this morning. Crews are on site currently carrying out repairs to a burst water main. Homes and businesses in Killybegs, Bruckless and surrounding areas may be affected. Repair works are scheduled to take place until 7pm this…
Work set to commences on Collooney projects
Work is set to begin on two infrastructure projects in the Collooney area. It follows confirmation that the tendering process has been completed, paving the way for works to start in the coming weeks. Local contractor, Donlon Civil and Building Services has been awarded both contracts. The…
Cash seized at home of Yousef Palani is being investigated by CAB
A six-figure sum of cash was found hidden when gardaí searched the home of a man who had committed two murders in the space of two days last year in Sligo. That’s according to reports in today’s Irish Independent. Yesterday at the Central Criminal Court, Yousef Palani…