Fresh appeal for temporary accommodation for those fleeing Ukraine
There’s a fresh appeal for temporary accommodation for those fleeing war in Ukraine. The Irish Red Cross and Local Authorities want those who have unoccupied properties or rooms to consider offering them for use for Ukrainians arriving here. A tax-free payment of 8 hundred euro per month is…
Call for an end to councillors accessing Sligo Council meetings remotely
All councillors on Sligo County Council should be required to attend council meetings in-person and not be allowed access meetings remotely -unless there are exceptional circumstances. That’s according to FF Cllr Donal Gilroy, and his proposal is now to be brought before the corporate policy committee
Renewed appeal over weekend collision near Ballyshannon
There’s been a renewed appeal over a weekend collision near Ballyshannon. The crash happened in the early hours of Saturday morning last and involved two pedestrians and a vehicle. It happened on the N3 between Belleek and Ballyshannon shortly after 1am on Saturday. Both the vehicle and the…
Budget was positive for businesses insists Minister Donohoe at Sligo meeting
Minster for Public Expenditure, Paschal Donohoe, briefed business and community representatives on Budget 2024 measures at a meeting in Sligo last night. The Minister insists the budget has been beneficial to all businesses – and also gives his views on going into Government with Sinn Fein, the forthcoming local elections,…
Potential phone ban in primary schools a step in the right direction
A Sligo Councillor says parents of primary school children are being handed an opportunity to prevent the next pandemic that will impact youngsters. Sligo Strandhill Councillor, Sinead Maguire made the comments as the Education Minister will seek cabinet backing today for moves to curtail the use of mobile phones in…
Concern over level of cleaning and maintenance of Sligo’s rivers
Serious concern has been raised over the level of cleaning and maintenance of rivers in County Sligo. It’s thought that regular upkeep would reduce the risk of flooding in a significant amount of towns and villages. Local Independent Cllr Joe Queenan says in light of recent storms and…
Minister to discuss nitrates derogation with EU Environment Commissioner
The Agriculture Minister says nitrates derogation will be to the fore of discussions with the EU Environment Commissioner when he arrives later this month. Charlie McConalogue says he’s accepted an invitation by him and the Taoiseach, and will visit Ireland on November 23rd. It follows major rows between farming…