Solutions needed on coastal erosion in Strandhill
The issue of coastal erosion at Strandhill has been described as an “emergency”. Locals have previously expressed frustrations in highlighting the issue, with videos appearing of a number of areas on social media. While submissions have been made for Strandhill to secure funding to somewhat prevent the erosion,…
HSE encouraging local participation in ‘Let’s Talk About Suicide’ initiative
The HSE is marking international World Suicide Prevention Day by highlighting actions that can help us to start a conversation, spread a message of hope and save more lives from suicide in Ireland. The global call to action for World Suicide Prevention Day 2024 is to ‘Change the Narrative’ and…
Niall Blaney explains withdrawal from Fianna Fail selection convention
Senator Niall Blaney has outlined his reasons behind his withdrawal from consideration for the Donegal Fianna Fail Selection Convention. Senator Blaney cited that he would be jeopardising the party’s chances if he continued to run, as he would split the vote along with current Minister Charlie McConalogue. The…
Gardaí investigating criminal damage in Ballyshannon
Investigations are continuing following an incident of criminal damage in Ballyshannon. It’s believed the incident occurred at a residence shortly before 5pm on Sunday, September 8th. Gardaí have confirmed that no arrests have been made and anyone with camera footage, including dash-cam is asked to make the footage…
Mixed reports for two north west centres
Two north west residential centres for older people have received mixed reports from the health watchdog. Inspections were carried out at both the Ballymote Community Nursing Unit and St Phelim’s Nursing Home in Dromahair in April of this year, the details of which been published today. Ballymote Community…
Warning over more restaurant and café closures in Sligo
There’s a warning that there will be even more restaurant and café closures in Sligo. It comes Bridgefoot House, located on O’Connell Street announced it’s to shut its doors at the end of the month after five years in business. In a statement, the owners rising running costs…
Calls for cancer patients bus from Sligo to Galway
This month’s meeting of Sligo County Council has heard calls for the introduction of a fit for purpose bus for cancer patients travelling from Sligo to Galway. The current bus is currently without a toilet which has leaves passengers with no option but to ask the driver to stop…