Killybegs Coast Guard tasked to two callouts yesterday
Killybegs Coast Guard were tasked twice in a matter of hours yesterday. The seperate incidents took place at Slieve League and Ardara. Yesterday afternoon, Killybegs Coast Guard received a call to assist a hiker that had taken a fall while climbing Slieve League. The casualty sustained an injury to her…
Rock armour protection now urgently needed at Strandhill
It’s thought that the installation of rock armour at Strandhill to combat coastal erosion is now an urgent matter. A motion will be brought before the next meeting of Sligo County Council in September in an effort to secure funding to get the relevant structures in place. Locals have recently…
Concerns raised over future of small family farms
A Sligo-Leitrim TD has raised concerns over the future of small family farms. The popular farming model in Ireland results in a large amount of international exports, but the current sustainability of it has been questioned. Sinn Fein Deputy Martin Kenny highlighted the current situation following his visit to the…
Community will rally following Pettigo fire – Naughton
There’s been widespread shock in the wider south Donegal area following a fire at a well-known restaurant in Pettigo. The blaze broke out at Mani’s Bar and Bistro in the early hours of Monday morning. Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene and there were no injuries. Local Fianna Fáil…
Western Gaels aiming for a ‘dream’ home for hurling
Western Gaels PRO Barry Garvin updates Austin O’Callaghan on the west Sligo’s ambitious plans to build a new bespoke hurling and camogie facility in the county – and their major ‘dream holiday’ fundraiser to help raise the cash for their new home. For more info on Western Gaels big fundraiser…
Fire causes extensive damage to Donegal restaurant
A fire has caused extensive damage to a popular restaurant in south Donegal. The blaze broke out at Mani’s Bar and Bistro in Pettigo in the early hours of this morning. Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene and it took several hours for the fire service to…
Motorists advised of Ballyshannon roadworks
Motorists in Ballyshannon are being warned of roadworks which began on Monday. Resurfacing works on College Street will be carried out on Monday night through to Friday morning between the hours of 6pm and 6am. Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes during the course of the works.