Leitrim tenants frustrated at condition of rental houses
Serious concern has been raised over the of the condition of a number of local authority rented houses in north Leitrim. Some of the houses are said to be deteriorating at a rapid rate while general maintenance like footpaths and roadways are being neglected. Green Party…
No invite for Cllr Naughton to Donegal Town one way meeting
It’s been claimed that not every Cllr in south Donegal was invited to a recent meeting over the one way system in Donegal Town. It’s estimated that around 130 people attended last Thursday’s meeting at the Abbey Hotel to vent their concerns over aspects of the project. But…
O’Hehirs family set to open new restaurant in Donegal Town
The O’Hehirs family is set to open a new restaurant in Donegal Town. It’s understood that the chain has acquired the premises that currently houses Furey’s Diner, which is due to close this Monday. O’Hehirs already has a number of businesses in Sligo, Donegal, Galway and further afield.…
Two arrested in relation to Creeslough explosion
Two people have been arrested in relation to the explosion at a petrol station in Creeslough that claimed the lives of ten people in October 2022. A man and a woman in their 40s have been arrested this morning in relation to the incident. The arrests were made in relation…
Sligo Cllr welcomes improved Jobseekers Benefit for those who lose jobs
A Sligo Cllr has welcomed new legislation that will be brought before the Dáil this week to link Jobseeker’s Benefit to work history. Its aim is to prevent a sudden drop in pay for the recipient, with enhanced benefits given to those with a strong work history. The…
Still no sign of permanent cath lab at Sligo University Hospital
It remains to be seen when permanent cath lab services will be restored at Sligo University Hospital. The cath lab services at the facility ceased at the end of June 2022. The publication of the National Cardiac Review continues to be delayed while Sligo-Drumcliff Municipal District Thomas Walsh…
Woman sustains non life-threatening injuries in N17 crash
A woman sustained non life-threatening injuries following a crash on the N17 yesterday. The two car collision took place in Tubbercurry at around 1pm on Sunday afternoon. The woman, who was in her 40s, was taken to Sligo University Hospital for treatment of her injuries. The road was closed for…