Sligo City Hall raises flag of Palestine
In light of the government’s statement recognising the State of Palestine, the flag of Palestine has been raised at Sligo City Hall. The violence seen in Gaza has long been condemned across Irish politics, with many local authorities calling on an immediate ceasefire. The raising of the flag…
Fears continue over state of High Street derelict buildings
Fears remain that a number of derelict buildings on a Sligo street are on the verge of collapse. Despite strengthening works being carried out on some of the structures on High Street, cracks are said to be widening while it’s believed a front window has shattered due to…
New biomethane strategy to assist north west farmers
The Minister for Agriculture, Donegal TD Charlie McConalogue says farmers could gain a potentially lucrative income if they sign up to the new National Biomethane Strategy. It is hoped that the long-awaited plan will produce zero-carbon homegrown gas from grass and organic waste. Full details of the 40-million-euro…
Concern over proximity of proposed wind farms to Leitrim homes
Concern has been expressed about the proximity of proposed wind farms to homes in Leitrim. The Save Dough Mountain and Leitrim Wind Aware groups were among 20 groups that gathered outside the Dáil last week in protest. The concern stems from out-of-date guidelines regarding how close wind farms…
Minister under pressure to lift ban on pollock fishing
The Marine Minister is under increasing pressure to address the ongoing ban on fishing Pollock along the North West coast and elsewhere. The ban is said to be imposed due to depleting stocks. Glenties Cllr. Micheal Cholm Mac Giolla Easbuig says this is based on a recent survey…
Teenager arrested following drugs seizure in Donegal
A teenager has been arrested following the seizure of more than €5,000 of controlled drugs in Donegal. It follows a search operation in the Twin Towns at the weekend. The discovery was made on Friday morning after warrants were executed at two premises in the Stranorlar and Ballybofey…
Large quantity of sewage enters north Leitrim river
It’s emerged that a large quantity of sewerage has flown directly into a north Leitrim river. Just last week, flash flooding led to excess water and raw sewage running through the streets of Manorhamilton. While in recent days, it was found to be flowing into the River Bonet…