Lonely Planet lavishes praise on Donegal
The renowned travel guide, Lonely Planet has ranked Donegal, as the fourth best region in the world to visit. Donegal has Ireland’s longest coastline, with over 100 beaches, and Europe’s highest sea cliffs, the county is described as a hidden gem that offers a unique travel experience for local…
Updated: Dense Fog leads to difficult driving conditions in North West
A Status Yellow fog warning is place for the counties of Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal this morning. The warning has been issued to the majority of the country with the exception of four counties in the east. The warning will remain in place until 11 o’clock. Already…
Taoiseach praises Anthony Burke following Palani sentencing
The Taoiseach has paid tribute to Sligo man Anthony Burke in the wake of the sentencing of Yousef Palani at the Central Criminal Court yesterday. 23-year-old Yousef Palani, of Markievicz Heights in Sligo, received two life sentences for the murders of Aidan Moffitt and Michael Snee. He also…
Markievicz Park matchday parking causes more upset
There have been more complaints of indiscriminate parking of vehicles in the vicinity of Markievicz Park GAA grounds in Sligo – this time, during the Senior County Final last Sunday. It’s claimed an ambulance was even blocked from accessing the area as a result – Padraig McKeon of Sligo Co…
Two men arrested in Donegal in connection with alleged human trafficking
Two men have been arrested in Donegal today in connection with alleged human trafficking. The men, aged 28 and 35, are currently detained in Garda Stations in the county. The pair were arrested this morning for Organised Crime related offences. They are detained under section 50 Criminal…
Missing Donegal teenager found safe
Gardaí have confirmed that the search for a missing Burnfoot teenager has been stood down after he has been located safely. 14-year-old Steven Boyle was reported missing on August 22nd. The Gardaí have thanked the public for their assistance.
Prison escapee who stole car in north Leitrim recaptured
A convicted criminal that escaped from Loughan House open prison and stole a car in north Leitrim has been recaptured following a high speed chase across Co Louth and Co Meath. It’s understood that the man has more than 100 criminal convictions. It’s being reported that he rammed a Garda…