Education Minister says ‘extensive consultation’ took place prior to her decision on banning mobiles.
With the majority of schools having reopened and most children will having returned to school many families will now be trying to address the significant cost factor associated with the new school year. In an attempt to offset some of these costs the Education Minister, Norma Foley is launching…
Coastal erosion worsening in south Donegal
Coastal erosion is said to be worsening in south Donegal. Inver is a particular area of concern, with some residents said to be growing increasingly worried over the future of the lands. The issue is currently affecting 20% of Ireland’s coastline. Local Fine Gael Cllr Manus Boyle…
Man arrested following attempted arson in east Donegal
A man has been arrested following attempted arson and criminal damage in east Donegal. The incidents happened overnight. Gardaí say that are investigating all the circumstances in relation to a number of incidents of attempted arson and criminal damage to properties in St. Johnston, Co. Donegal last night…
North West ‘priced out’ of Oasis gigs
It’s thought that people from Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal will be hit the hardest over alleged hotel price gouging in the Capital ahead of the Oasis gigs next summer. Room prices at several hotels in Dublin have shot up this week, following the bands announcement of two Croke Park…
Calls for review of school bus scheme in Leitrim
The annual school bus debacle is beginning to rear its head in parts of Leitrim. The notorious issue surrounding the School Transport Scheme means a lot of parents missing out on a bus seat for the child because of the distance they are from the local school. There have been…
Edel McSharry put forward by Fianna Fáil to contest General Election
Edel McSharry has been selected by Fianna Fáil to contest the next General Election. At the selection convention held last night, Councillor McSharry was the only candidate put forward and was selected unopposed. She was recently elected to Sligo County Council for the first time in the local elections in…
Celebrations continue as Mona McSharry is welcomed back to Ballyshannon
Crowds turned out in their droves again last night, as homecoming events continued for Mona McSharry. The Olympic Bronze medallist was welcomed back to Ballyshannon last night, where she honed her craft as a swimmer. A parade was hosted by Ballyshannon Marlins Swimming Club, with celebrations kicking off at 6pm…