Sligo man who won European debate stresses the importance of public speaking
A Sligo man who won a European debate for his views on Brexit is highlighting the importance of public speaking. Kieran Timmons from Sligo won first place in the ‘Europe Direct Soapbox’ debate competition arguing…
Head of IT Sligo enourages graduates to pursue careers in the North West
Graduates are being encouraged to stay and build their careers in the North West. Over 1,500 students graduated from IT Sligo last week. The new graduates received higher education qualifications ranging from Higher Certificate to…
Leitrim campaigner says Donald Trump’s language is damaging
A well-known mental health campaigner from Leitrim says Donald Trump is abusing his power through the emotive and often damaging language he uses. Today marks the 1st anniversary of Trump being elected as US President.…
People on Leitrim planning scheme won’t have to pay contribution levies
People on a pilot planning scheme in Leitrim are to be given an exemption from development contribution fees. Around 15 people hoping to build their own homes are part of the scheme which was set…
Donegal businesses aim to expand into US market
Fifteen businesses from across the Northwest will travel to Boston this month on a trade and investment mission. The businesses attending will be aiming to expand into the US market. The trip is being organised…
Special ceremony marks 30th years since the Enniskillen bombing
A special ceremony to mark 30 years since the Enniskillen bombing has taken place. 12 people were killed by the IRA in the Remembrance Day massacre in 1987, and more than 60 others were injured.…
Hopes money for Western Distributor Road will be announced in January
Sligo Councillors hope funding for the completion of a key road to an IDA business park in Sligo Town will be announced in January. The so-called Western Distributor Route would complete a link between the…