Generosity gives ill mum a boost
A 39-year-old mother of three can undergo expensive but vital cancer treatment thanks to the generosity of the public.
Appeal to aid animals
Jenny McCudden An animal welfare advocate is making an urgent appeal for help in setting up an animal rescue group for Sligo.
Women are fleeing to UK like refugees - Bree
Repealing the 8th Amendment is a necessary first step towards allowing women full and equal citizenship, according to councillor Declan Bree.
Councillors meet Ross
Sligo County Council's May monthly meeting was cut short yesterday (Monday) to allow a delegation to travel to Dublin to meet Transport Minister Shane Ross.
Drivers fined and banned for drink driving offences
A driver summoned for drunk driving would have escaped a ban if his licence was in date, Sligo District Court was told.
Together for Yes local campaigner urges a yes vote
Patricia Gardiner, Sligo Town We are just a few weeks away from the referendum on repealing the Eighth amendment. As a woman from County Sligo, I will vote Yes on 25 May. I'd like to explain why.
As the vote draws near public will decide
On Friday 25th May 2018, you will be asked to vote on a proposal to change the Constitution of Ireland.
Life Sciences sector a key Sligo growth area
There are now more opportunities than ever in Ireland, with a booming Life Sciences Industry that is set to grow even further.
Former MEP set to drive IT Sligo's role in region
The appointment of a new Vice President of Research, Innovation and Engagement at IT Sligo, demonstrated its commitment to regional development.
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Unai Emery targets title after taking over as Arsenal boss
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North Korea hits out at Mike Pence remark and renews threat to quit summit
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Two killed after train hits truck stuck on tracks in Italy
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Unai Emery targets title after taking over as Arsenal boss
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Wayne Rooney arrives in Washington for talks with DC United officials
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Yaya Toure says he would like to play with Manchester United’s Paul Pogba
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