Gardaí seize €160,000 of drugs
Approximately €160,00 worth of drugs were seized by gardaí in Sligo over the weekend.
Rents increased by 11%, Daft report finds
The latest rental report from Daft has revealed that rents in Sligo were on average 11% higher in the fourth quarter of 2018 than a year previously. The average advertised rent is now €749, up 44% from its lowest point.
No joy for Easkey but what a year!
Emma Gallagher As one young fan remarked there wasn't a soul left in Easkey on Saturday and that certainly seemed the case when the Sea Blues travelled by bus, train and car to Croke Park as the west Sligo club became the first from the county to reach an All-Ireland final.
Clare was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease at 24
Ciara Galvin Diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease at the age of 24, creche worker Clare Connolly was determined not to let the disease get the better of her.
IT Sligo gets €543k for disability online learning enhancements
IT Sligo is to be allocated €543,000 in funding under the new Innovation and Transformation Fund.
'I never saw myself as a long-term politician'
A flushed Councillor Hubert Keaney sits in a quiet room outside the Council Chamber, looking like he can't believe himself what he'd just done. The straight-talking Manorhamilton man had just announced his retirement from local politics only minutes earlier to a near-empty chamber. He caught everyone by surprise and councillors rushed back into the chamber to express their genuine shock and dismay.
Scheme rewards activism and voluntary groups
Ciara Galvin From bee keeping to men's sheds and everything in between, community groups from across Sligo Municipal District gathered at City Hall recently.
Monument 'should be taken in charge'
The Council is considering taking charge of the Countess Markievicz monument in Rathcormac in time for the centenary of her appointment as Minister for Labour next April. Independent Cllr Declan Bree and Fine Gael Cllr Hubert Keaney tabled a joint motion calling for the council to take the iconic statue in charge.
People wait in cars as centre 'too cold'
Patients waiting for treatment at the Drumcliffe medical health centre are opting to wait in their cars outside because the building is so cold inside.
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Three men arrested after 250,000 euro cocaine seizure
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Health Minister Simon Harris survives motion of no confidence
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Stricter penalties for sex offenders approved by parliament
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Shortage of secondary teachers
The council has called on Minister for Education Joe McHugh to reduce the length of time it takes a second level teacher to qualify from... News
Busy bees benefit from grant
Educating people about bees and their importance is the main objective of The Apple Orchard Apiary. News
Ruth Conlon-Oates is honoured for her community work
A local finalist has been included in the 2019 Spirit of Community Awards, the only youth... News
Sligo fighting for Division 3 status following third defeat
Sligo fell to a third successive defeat in NFL Division 3 on Sunday, as a blistering ten minute spell from Laois at the start of the second half set up an eight point loss for Paul Taylor's charges. GAA
Beaufort prove too strong for Easkey in Junior All-Ireland final
Renewed hope for Bit O'Red
Defeat for ladies in first game of new league campaign
In the midst of Met Eireann official weather event, it was the Sligo Ladies who bore the... GAA
'I'm privileged to be Rovers manager' - Buckley looks ahead to new season
It's just three days until the 2019 League of Ireland season begins. For Sligo Rovers, it is... Soccer
New Sligo Rovers signings hope to hit the ground running
Sligo Rovers have a long history of signing players completely unknown to the League... Soccer
Rhodiola Rosea: a herb with many uses
Rhodiola Rosea is a favourite herb of mine, one that I often recommend at the shop. It's mostly known for its ability to lift the mood. It aids concentration, supports recall... Lifestyle
Sligo author's book addresses Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
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Discussion to encourage women in politics
The Glasshouse Hotel is the location for a discussion event hosted by Women in Election encouraging more women to enter politics. Lifestyle
'Cycling has changed our lives'
Interested in leisure cycling and want to join a local club? Then the Innisfree Wheelers are holding an event this Sunday which should... Lifestyle
'Courts shouldn't be talking about lacy thongs'
Clothes worn by survivors of rape and sexual assault went on display at IT Sligo in an exhibition entitled 'Non Consent'. Lifestyle
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Street benches for Ballymote town
A number of street benches will be built in Ballymote in the next few months. Ballymote Councillor Keith Henry previously raised the... Local Notes
Coolaney inspires new project
The children in Réalta Beaga Pre-School in Coolaney have been showing what they love about their community and why they are... Local Notes
Top 10 things to do in Sligo this week
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Six teams are through to Junk Kouture regional finals
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Brilliant homage to one of the scariest games ever
The Resident Evil series - Resident Evil 2,... Entertainment
