Sligo University Hospital the second-most overcrowded in the country again
Sligo University Hospital is the second most overcrowded hospital in the country again today. According to the latest figures from the INMO, there were 42 people waiting on a bed there this morning. There were a further 23 people waiting at Letterkenny University Hospital today, bringing the total in the…
Woman arrested in connection to fatal assault in Slieve League
A woman has been arrested in connection with an alleged fatal assault which reportedly took place in the Slieve League/Killybegs area between 24th and 25th June. The woman, in her 20s has previously been arrested in connection with the investigation. The woman is currently detained at a Garda Station in Donegal…
Increase in anti-social behaviour on trains means more people prefer to drive
The latest increase in anti-social behaviour on trains shows that many people are fearful of using public transport, and prefer to commute from regions such as the North West to larger cities. Irish Rail has reported a sharp rise in the level of anti-social behaviour on its services for the…
More thought should be given to dual carriageway from Donegal to Galway
It’s thought that the idea of a major dual carriageway from Donegal to Galway should be revisited. There’s ongoing concern that the Western Corridor has been badly neglected over the years in terms of connectivity and that the infrastructure currently is place is inadequate. Councillor Micheal Cholm MacGiolla Easbuig doesn’t…
Local Authority Home Loan Scheme launches today
The public have been encouraged to apply for the Local Authority Home Loan Scheme. The scheme announced this morning by Minister Darragh O’Brien is for those looking to purchase a new or second-hand home or build their own home. The loan is a government backed mortgage for creditworthy first-time buyers…
Ireland relay team eighth in world final
Donegal’s Kelly McGrory and the Ireland team finished eighth out of nine teams in Sunday night’s final of the 4 x 400 metres relay as the World Athletics Championships drew to a close. The race was the final track event of these championships. McGory and team-mates Sophie Becker, Róisin Harrison…
The Rovers Review 27/08/2023
Sligo Rovers hit Bonagee United for 11 in the women’s FAI Cup – but the men have a relegation fight on their hands. Austin O’Callaghan and Dónal Ryan discuss.