Councillor says land is there for N56 footpath to Killymard school
A Sinn Fein councillor in Donegal believes there should be no reason why funding cannot be sought for a footpath along the N56 between Donegal Town and Killymard school. Councillor Noel Jordan raised the issue…
Cathaoirligh set for the US this St. Patrick’s Day
Donegal, Leitrim and Sligo County Councils will all be represented in the United States this St. Patrick’s Day. Some members have been invited by the ex-pat communities in the country to represent their locality on…
Leitrim only spending half of what it should be on upkeep of local roads
Only half the recommended funding is being spent to strengthen and resurface local roads in Leitrim. Senior Roads Engineer at the Council Shay O’Connor confirmed to Councillors in the Manorhamilton Municipal District yesterday that the…
Gardai appeal for witnesses following fatal Donegal crash
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a fatal crash in County Donegal yesterday evening. The two-car collision happened at Strand Head near Malin at around 6pm. The victim – who was in his late 30s…
Chris MacManus selected to fill vacant Sinn Fein seat on Sligo Council
Former Sligo Borough Council member Chris MacManus has been selected by Sinn Fein to fill the vacancy on Sligo County Council. The vacancy was caused by the retirement of long serving councillor Sean MacManus and…
Closure of Doonally RVL would mean mammoth journeys for farmers
The Mayor of Sligo is encouraging people to support a demonstration in support of the Regional Veterinary Lab in Sligo this week. As part of review, just three of the 6 RVL would remain open…
Brexit generating much debate among North West politicians
Brexit is generating a lot of commentary and debate among politicians in the North West. Earlier today, Fianna Fail TD Charlie McConalogue said he was shocked to learn of the small number of staff from…
