NUJ call on owners of Donegal Democrat to reconsider laying off staff
The National Union of Journalists has asked the owners of the Donegal Democrat newspaper to reconsider laying off some of its staff. Iconic Newspapers has proposed to cut three reporters in recent weeks. But the…
Rosscommon South-Leitrim TD says people should be able to defend themselves when it comes to rural crime
A local TD has said that rural crime is getting out of hand with older people living in fear in their own homes. Dozens of local Garda stations have closed down over the past number…
Mayor of Donegal Town ‘deeply disappointed’ planning for new cinema rejected
The new Mayor of Donegal Town says it’s “deeply disappointing” that planning permission for a new cinema in the town has been rejected. A planning application was lodged earlier this year with Donegal County Council…
Local councillor disappointed local authorities were not supported in fighting abolition
One of the north west’s longest serving councillors says it’s unfortunate that bodies like IBEC didn’t support local authorities when they were fighting their abolition some years ago. Sligo Independent Socialist Councillor Declan Bree made…
Flood funding a priority for Donegal Municipal District budget meeting
The provision of more money to alleviate the affects of flooding will be among the priorities for Donegal Municipal District councillors when they meet this coming Monday to discuss their draft budget for the coming…
Letterkenny win at Bank of Ireland Enterprising Awards
Letterkenny won the Connaught/Ulster Regional Award in the Bank of Ireland National Enterprising Town Awards last night. The awards ceremony took place in Tullamore where 76 towns and villages were shortlisted for awards. Carrick on…
Taoiseach admits Sligo region not creating enough employment
The Taoiseach says investing in infrastructure is the key measure being undertaken by government to address the slow jobs growth in Sligo. Analysis of Census 2016 figures by the Western Development Commission shows Sligo has…
