Three neglected donkeys rescued in Leitrim
Leitrim Animal Welfare has confirmed that the organisation rescued three “neglected” donkeys from the wild. In a post on social media, the group say that alongside Hungry Horse Outside, they rescued the donkeys who were in poor condition and suffering from overgrown hooves. They continue by saying the…
Irish Music Month
Passionate about making music? Ready to take the next step? Independent Irish radio is here to help… Irish Music Month happens in September with 21 different stations across the country playing more Irish music than ever. And we’re on the hunt for Ireland’s newest Local Hero too. Represent Ocean FM…
Sinn Fein launch new housing plan
Sinn Fein’s new housing plan will deliver affordable housing right across the North West and beyond. That’s the view of Donegal TD Pearse Doherty, who was speaking after his party launched their plans this week. The plan aims to move the cost of land maintenance and developents to the State,…
Public advised of closure rocks at Gilbratar Point
Members of the public are advised that access to the rocks at Gilbratar Point is closed for a number of weeks. This is to facilitate footpath and access enhancement works. The rocks will be closed until Friday, September 13th. Sligo County Council has apologised for any inconvenience…
Issues still continue with Sligo-Dublin line despite carriage increase
With revised timetables coming into effect in the coming days, the north west continues to be left behind when it comes to increased rail services. Extra intercity services were previously announced to and from Galway and Waterford with later final departures to and from both cities. The Sligo-Dublin…
Abtran workers vote heavily in favour of industrial action
Workers at Abtran have voted overwhelmingly to undertake industrial action. The Independent Worker’s Union balloted members at Abtran’s Sligo and Cork offices at the end of last month. The dispute stems from demands of workers relating to a pay claim recently launched against the company. Abtran currently employs around 1,600…
Disruption on Sligo’s High Street ‘worse than ever’
Disruption to business on Sligo’s High Street continues, with claims that despite long awaited demolition works taking place – it’s worse than ever. Rosaleen Doonan from Like Nu Dry Cleaners told North West Today that those working on the demolition project have disappeared from the site and haven’t been seen…