Six new pre-9am train services but none for Sligo
Iarnrod Eireann has been criticised for the exclusion of Sligo Rail Station from six locations which will be provided with new early morning, pre-9am train services. Councillor Dara Mulvey says an early morning train service to Sligo is as vital as ever, considering the huge student accommodation crisis locally
Allowance granted to councillors for personal security – No need for it says Queenan
Local councillors are now entitled to an allowance which can go towards the cost of personal security, a 50% allowance of the full cost. West Sligo councillor Joe Queenan says he sees no justification for the scheme, and won’t be availing of it
100% Redress Party to be registered as a new political party
The 100% Redress Party are set to be approved as a registered political party ahead of the next elections. The Registrar of Political Parties has signalled his intent to approve the application, pending a 21-day appeal period. Should the 100% Redress Party get through the appeal period unscathed, they will…
Renewed appeal over death of Manorhamilton native Peter Mc Dermott
Gardai have renewed their appeal for information over the death of Manorhamilton native Peter Mc Dermott in Westport. Mr. McDermott who was in his 60s, sustained serious injuries during an altercation in High Street in the town in the early hours of Saturday morning last. He later died…
MEP hopeful Midlands North West will be awarded extra European Parliament seat
It is hoped that the Midlands North West region will be allocated Ireland’s extra seat in the European Parliament. It was announced this week that Ireland will receive an extra seat, along with a number of other countries. This means the amount of seats in the European Parliament will now…
Job File Friday September 15th
St. Cecilia’s School, Cregg, Sligo currently have a position for a Bus Escort to support children with special needs. Bus Route: School bus can be met in in Sligo Town going to school, 5 days per week, 2 hours per day. Call 071 91 77 907 or email stcecilias@stceciliasschool.ie…
Lack of social housing in Killybegs ‘at breaking point’
A lack of social housing in Killybegs is said to be at breaking point. The waiting list has increased while housing development in the area it’s not going at a fast enough pace to cope with the demand. While some projects locally are ongoing, it could be years…