Bookies favourite Ming taking nothing for granted
MEP Luke Ming Flanagan has shrugged off suggestions that he’ll the poll topper in Midlands North West in the Euro Elections. Outlining his priorities, he insists his record as MEP is what matters, and what he’ll be judged on
Referees to play managers in soccer charity game
Leading club managers and referees from the Sligo-Leitrim junior and youth soccer scene will gather at Ray MacSharry Park in Cranmore, Sligo, on Friday evening to take part in a special charity football match. The game will kick off at 7pm – with all proceeds going towards three charities: Sligo…
Roadworks begin between Collooney and Carrowroe today
Work has begun on the N4 between Collooney and Carrowroe today. Sligo County Council have advised motorists of the works, which will be taking place between the Collooney roundabout and the Carrowroe interchange. The work is expected to go on for eight days and major traffic management will be in…
Irish Rail defends stance on Sligo-Dublin increased services exclusion
Questions have been raised after a recent announcement by Irish Rail excluded the Sligo-Dublin Connolly route from a list of increased services. Proposals included new services between Dublin to Galway and Waterford, as well as significant commuter services in the capital. After consulting the NTA, Irish Rail decided to address…
Calls for more road safety measures across Donegal
It’s feared that a serious accident will occur in south Donegal should appropriate safety measures not be put in place. Speeding issues have become notorious outside a number of schools including Dunkineely National School and Abbey Vocational School with a number of near misses in recent times. Earlier this year,…
Public toilets in Mullaghmore to open today ahead of Bank Holiday weekend
A contractor has been appointed to service public toilets in Mullaghmore. They will be open from today, and will be maintained after Sligo County Council secured an appointment. Portaloos have been in operations for the last number of years, as local residents campaign to have them changed for more long-term…
Childcare crisis looming for Leitrim
Further warnings have been sounded over a childcare catastrophe looming in north Leitrim. Many providers have shut for good in Leitrim and the wider North West region, with many more struggling to continue operating. The root of the issue is said to be the red tape with core funding –…