Donegal taxi drivers to be trained in suicide prevention
Taxi drivers in Donegal are to start training in January as part of Taxi watch, an initiative that aims to train taxi drivers with suicide prevention skills. Founded in November in 2014 by Derek Devoy,…
New children’s book about experiencing homelessness launching today
A new kids book created by children experiencing homelessness will be launched today. ‘I Hope You Grow’ is in association with Kids’ Own Publishing and Focus Ireland, and was compiled by 15 children aged between…
Sligo Councillor wants Irish Water to install water fountains in Sligo
A Sligo Councillor is calling on Irish water to install water fountains around Sligo town. Independent Cllr Marie Casserly says this initiative has been successful in other towns and encourages the refilling of water bottles.…
Leitrim Cllr wants Government beef markets update
A Leitrim Councillor is calling on the Ministers for Agriculture and Foreign Affairs to update the farmers of Leitrim on progress to date in sourcing new beef markets. Cllr Justin Warnock wants the ministers to…
New public library for Sligo to be examined
A new joint public library between Sligo County Council and IT Sligo is to be examined. Funding is being applied for under the Urban Regeneration Development Fund for a feasability study into the project. The…
Sligo Gardaí investigating damage done at Sligo National School
Gardai in Sligo are investigating criminal damage which was carried out overnight at a national school in the town. A polytunnel in the school garden project was vandalised at Scoil Ursula National School on the…
Public meeting over Cootehall/Croghan junction fears
There are growing fears in the local region as regards safety issues on the N4 following an escalation of accidents at the Cootehall/Croghan Junction which is situated just outside Boyle. The Route is travelled daily…
