Big push on to have more female representation on Sligo, Donegal and Leitrim councils
Only 3 of the 18 councillors on Sligo County Council are women. It’s the same in Co Leitrim. Only 4 out of 37 councillors in Donegal are women. The See Her Elected campaign continue to try and change his, eight months out from the local elections, as Programme Manager, Dr…
Further clashes in Dail over Budget 2024
There’s been further clashes in the Dail this afternoon between Donegal Sinn Fein TD Pearse Doherty and Tánaiste Michael Martin over Budget 2024. During leader’s questions this afternoon, Deputy Pearse Doherty accused the Government of ‘throwing in the towel’ over underfunding the health system after no allocation was made…
Defence Forces allays concerns after army jets spotted over Sligo
The Defence Forces has moved to allay concerns from member of the public in Sligo this afternoon after a number of jets were spotted in the sky. There were a number of reports over army aircraft flying overheard in Sligo this afternoon and possibly heading in the direction of…
28th Infantry Battalion celebrates 50 years at Finner Camp ceremony
The 28th Infantry Battalion is being honoured today at Finner Camp to mark the 50th anniversary of its establishment. A special ceremony is being held to mark the event, as Lieutenant Colonel Shane Rockett outlines
Investigation underway into illegal dumping in north Sligo
An investigation is underway into an incident of illegal dumping in north Sligo. The discovery was made on the Bog Road in the Drumcliffe area in recent days. The discarded items were removed by the Sligo County Council litter warden this morning. In a statement on social…
Media reports claim that drug dealers are targeting young farmers
The health and safety of many farmers while the future of many family farms could be at risk due to the increased drug use by many young farmers. An investigation by Irish Country Living has found young farmers are sourcing cocaine via social media, as a result increased numbers…
Calls for review into hedge cutting policy in North West
There needs to be a review of the hedge cutting policy in the North West. That’s the view of Sinn Fein Cllr Noel Jordan who says there are major issues with overgrown bushes and hedges in the south Donegal area. While Donegal County Council has contacted landowners, some…