Cap on regional airport development ‘actively under review’
A Junior Minister says a cap on regional airport development is actively under review. Ryanair’s called on the Government to raise a funding cap based on passenger numbers. It claims if more passengers use regional airports like Ireland West they will lose state funding. Minister of State…
North West tourist attractions to benefit from new Shared Island funding
Tourist attractions in Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal are set to benefit from a new financial injection. A new capital investment under the Shared Island Tourism Brand will see tourism attractions and projects on both sides of the border receive support through significant funding. 3 million has been made available in…
Graham Dwyer loses final Supreme Court appeal
Graham Dwyer has lost his appeal to overturn his conviction for the murder of Elaine O’Hara. His appeal was allowed by the Supreme Court, as they found it centred on significant issues of general public importance. Dwyer, who’s family originally come from Sligo, appealed his sentence on the grounds that…
Emergency services at scene of incident on The Mall in Sligo
Gardaí and emergency services at the scene of an incident at The Mall in Sligo. The incident occurred close to Calry Parish Church just before 12 noon. It’s unknown if there are any injuries and The Mall has been closed to traffic as a result. Motorists are…
Collooney’s Killian Barrett signs for Sheffield Wednesday
A former Ballisodare United and Summerhill College goalkeeper has joined English Championship club Sheffield Wednesday. Killian Barrett has signed his first professional contract after a successful trial period over the summer. The 20-year-old first moved to England in 2020 and spent the following years competing in non-league football down in…
New food festival announced for Sligo town
A new food festival is coming to Sligo Town. The Taste of Sligo Food Festival in Sligo’s flagship Queen Maeve Square along the Garavogue River will take place on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd September. Cookery demonstrations, al fresco dining, live music plus a host of artisan food…
Sligo University Hospital among most overcrowded in July
Sligo University Hospital was among the most overcrowded facilities in Ireland in July. In a statement, the INMO has labelled the situation as “worrying” and say it is “an indicator for what we can expect for the remainder of 2024 unless meaningful action is taken by the HSE and…