Steve Feeney to step down as Sligo Rovers women’s manager
Steve Feeney has confirmed that he will be stepping down as head coach of the Sligo Rovers women’s team at the end of the season. Feeney told sligorovers.com on Friday that he was stepping away from the job because of work and family commitments – and that he had made…
Sligo University Hospital second most overcrowded today
Sligo University Hospital was the second most overcrowded facility in Ireland today. According to figures from the INMOs trolley watch report, there were 35 people awaiting admission there this morning. The figure is only surpassed by Limerick University Hospital today, with 61 people waiting there. Nationally, there…
HSE issue warning over attending A&E this Bank Holiday Weekend
The HSE has warned people to avoid A&E departments if at all possible this bank holiday weekend. Anyone who attends an ED in non-emergency circumstances could face a lengthy wait to be seen. Health Officials are urging the public to consider all care options this October Bank Holiday…
Proposed modular structure for Sooey National School ‘not good enough’
A North West TD has raised concern in the Dáil in relation to the proposed modular Structure that the Department of Education are proposing for Sooey National School in Sligo. Sinn Fein Deputy, Martin Kenny described such a structure as completely unsuitable for the school that are looking to…
Water quality issues at Mullaghmore set to be addressed
Water quality issues at Mullaghmore look finally set to be addressed. A swimming ban has been implemented there on several occasions, particularly during the summer months, after high levels of Intestinal Enterococci were present in sampling. The inadequate local wastewater treatment plant combined with a big influx of…
Funeral arrangements announced for the late Anthony Connolly
The funeral details have been announced for the man who lost his life in a road traffic collision on Wednesday last in Sligo. Anthony Connolly with an address of Rosheen, Riverstown, died after he E scooter he was on was struck by a van near Riverstown. Mr Connolly’s remains will…
Supporters of Ireland-Palestine Solidarity Campaign to host vigil in Sligo
Local members and supporters of the Ireland-Palestine Solidarity Campaign will hold a vigil outside Sligo’s General Post Office, tomorrow afternoon. The vigil is due to commence at 3.00.p.m. Organisers say It’s one of a growing number of protests and events being organised throughout the country to show solidarity…