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Sligo County Council paid out a total of 8.4 million euros to landlords over the year of 2023.
The payment was received through the Housing Assistance Programme, the Rental Accommodation Scheme, and the Long Term Social Housing Leasing Scheme.
Sligo Councillor Declan Bree revealed the report and criticised the government's actions of putting millions “into private landlords pockets”, while causing young people and those on lower inco...
Tributes are being paid to the late Joe Coulter.
Mr Coulter passed away on Saturday in the care of the North West Hospice surrounded by his loving family.
The former Sligo IFA chairman was a highly respected figure and was also a valued member of Sligo RFC, his local church and community in Skreen.
Current chairperson of the Sligo branch of the IFA, Michael O’Dowd says Joe’s says passing has left a profound sadness i...
The courthouse in Donegal Town has been branded an eyesore.
The side of the building in particular is said to have fallen into a state of disrepair which in turn is resulting in a blight on the landscape, with Donegal Castle situated close by.
Donegal County Council is to write to the courts service outlining the local concerns.
Independent Councillor, Niamh Kennedy, says the OPW must take immediate action as it's letting the town dow...
With members of the European Parliament set to vote this morning on amendments to a report on defective blocks, one Midlands North West MEP is reiterating his calls for 100% redress.
Sinn Féin's Chris MacManus was part of a delegation that visited Donegal as part of a fact-finding mission on the use of defective blocks.
The current system in place does not allow for 100% redress, with MEP MacManus and Sinn Féin criticising the Irish ...
It's hoped that a solution can be found sooner rather than later to an ongoing issue in Donegal Town.
Just last weekend, over 60 campervans were reported parking in the car park at the pier.
While they are not parking illegally, the main issues surround campervans taking up two or three spaces and blocking paths for pedestrians.
Mayor of Donegal Town Padraig Kennedy is calling for all relevant parties to come together.
Motorists across the north west are being urged to travel with care, when taking to the roads this Bank Holiday Monday.
A national Road Safety Enforcement Operation is underway across counties Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal focusing on speeding, driving under the influence, not wearing a seatbelt and using a mobile phone while driving.
42 people have lost their lives on Irish roads so far this year.
Garda Sup...
Despite talk of potential disturbances in and around Bundoran on St. Patrick’s Day, one local Councillor has said with the help of the emergency services and the county council, the town enjoyed a successful day.
Last week, it was reported that hundreds of car enthusiasts would descend on the seaside town.
This caused major concern among residents and the local business community, given the fact that the area would be already busy wi...
There are urgent calls for upgrade works to take place at the Craft Village in Donegal Town.
The amenity is home to a number of local businesses but part of the site is said to have fallen into a state of disrepair.
Funding has been earmarked for the works and Cllr Michael Naughton says it while plans are still ongoing with how that money will be spent, he feels that some minor works should be carried out in the interim:
A call has been made to make Sligo Bay a certified Marine Protection Area.
A meeting was organised by Sligo Public Participation Network to discuss the topic, and was attended by an estimated one hundred and fifty people.
Sligo Strandhill Local Election Candidate Johnny Gogan praised the talks as they highlighted the rich biodiversity of Sligo Bay.
The Green Party's local representative also stresse...
The Minister for Finance has been urged to postpone a scheduled hike in excise duties for fuel.
The call comes from Sligo Leitrim TD, Marian Harkin, as prices are set to increase on April 1st, and again in August.
It's thought that the planned increase will adversely affect Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal, as well as other counties close to and on the border with Northern Ireland.
Speaking to Ocean FM News, Deputy Harkin says this must be ...
The public toilets at Rossnowlagh beach are set to be upgraded once funding is secured.
The local council acknowledge that the current facilities are not of the highest standard.
Sinn Féin councillor Michael McMahon brought forward the motion and intends to work closely with the council on the project.
Cllr McMahon has previously said he wants to see the upgrades done for both locals and tourists.
Gardaí have made an appeal to the public ahead of St Patrick's Day weekend.
This bank holiday is one of the busiest times of the year on Irish roads, and so increases the danger to road users.
Sergeant Aoife Hayes of the Road Policing Unit Sligo, has urged caution as they try to tackle the habits of motorists.
An increased Garda presence will be in operation over the weekend.
The Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, along with Minister Joe O Brien, have announced a further €50million in funding under the Community Recognition Fund.
This money will be allocated to communities that have welcomed people from Ukraine and other countries, and will give areas an opportunity improve and develop facilities.
Fine Gael TD Frank Feighan, has welcomed the decision as it now brings the t...
Calls have been made for an audit to be carried out on footpaths around the Sligo Strandhill area.
It's thought that a number of footpaths around the town have loose paving or uneven and broken path that is need of repair.
It's understood a number of elderly people have also raised concern about the condition of the paths.
Labour's local election candidate, Nessa Cosgrove, says Sligo County Council must carry out an audit on all footp...
Nobody is taking responsibility for historical graveyards in south Donegal.
That's according to Sinn Fein Councillor, Noel Jordan, who says there a number of graveyards in the area that have fallen into a serious state of disrepair.
While funding applications can be made to the OPW, a Department within Donegal County Council must then take the project on board.
Councillor Jordan says the Council needs to step up to the plate as these ...
Questions have been raised over the government's Green Paper on Reform of Disability Payments.
It brings with it an introduction to a three-tiered personal support payment, with the intention to help fight the higher costs that people with disabilities face.
However, Equality Activist Vicky Matthews questions the notion of grading people's disabilities.
She argues that illnesses can prove unpredictable and challenging.
A Midlands North West MEP is urging the Department of Health to develop a comprehensive National Brain Strategy.
MEP Colm Markey is making the calls as part of Brain Awareness Week.
He says despite one in four people in Ireland living a brain condition, a system is not in place to help those affected.
Speaking in Strasbourg, Fine Gael MEP Markey says support is essential.
Just days after the Sligo senior men’s team lifted the Connacht Senior Cup, Sligo Grammar complete an historic treble double in schools rugby. Three consecutive Connacht Senior Schools league and cup doubles. It’s never been done before. We visit the Grammar to find out how they’ve managed it.
Winner NOT alright.... Is the Cheltenham Racing Festival losing its spark? One Sligo racegoer, who was at Prestwick Park this week, and who k...
The HSE have announced measures to increase the number of General Practitioners in Ireland.
The lack of GPs has been a concern for a number of years, as demand for doctors continues to rise in line with the population.
Donegal GP, Dr. Denis McCauley, says that one of the biggest challenges will be convincing newly trained doctors to stay in the country.
A public consultation has been announced to consider a proposed ban on inshore fishing by large trawlers.
Concern has been raised on the topic as it heavily impacts the livelihoods of those involved.
General Secretary of the Irish Fish Processors and Exporters Organisation, Brendan Byrne, wanted to clarify some of the misleading information.
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