Emergency services attend scene on N17 near Ballinacarrow
UPDATE: A car caught fire this morning at 9:20am just off the N17, towards the Sligo side of Ballinacarrow. It occurred on the L55044 at Cloonacurra, which one unit of Ballymote fire brigade and one unit of Gardaí attending the scene. It was a single-vehicle incident as…
Motorists cause major safety fears in Kinlough
It’s feared that a serious accident will occur in Kinlough should appropriate measures not be put in place. The speed of vehicles on the R280 at Dartry View has sparked major safety concerns in the local community. The area in question is home to the local GAA club…
Concern over speeding and dangerous driving in south Donegal
It’s been claimed that speeding and dangerous driving continue to be major issues in the south Donegal area. Back roads in particular have been cited as a hub of such activity, with many residents in rural areas said to be fearful when out walking. New road safety laws…
Public toilet & changing facilities to be built in Strandhill
It’s been confirmed that public toilet and changing facilities are to be built in Strandhill. While disabled toilets in Rosses Point are also set to be refurbished. It follows concern locally over a lack of such facilities in both areas with the business community having to step in.…
Cabinet consider memo on Sligo & defective concrete block scheme
A memo, seeking to include all of County Sligo in the defective concrete block scheme, is being brought before Cabinet today. Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien is bringing forward the document with Cabinet expected to sign off on the move thereafter. Hundreds of affected homeowners in the County have…
Fishermen seek input to offshore wind projects
Workers in the seafood and fishing industries say they want to be heard in the debate on offshore renewables. The Seafood Industry Representatives’ Forum is welcoming the Government’s recently published framework on the future of offshore energy, but say they need to be included in further discussions. The…
Leitrim family carers saving state millions – Gilmartin
It’s estimated that family carers in County Leitrim alone save the state €120 million annually. It comes against the backdrop of calls for the means test for Carer’s Allowance to be abolished. Independent candidate in the Manorhamilton Local Electoral Area, James Gilmartin believes that the scheme in its…