News - Sligo
INMO figures show local emergency departments under pressure this morning
Nationally, 403 admitted patients are on trolleys in hospitals this morning.
Jun 11, 2025 10:59
Leitrim needs third-level institution, Dáil hears
Local Sinn Fein TD Martin Kenny raised the issue with Further and Higher Education Minister, James Lawless.
May 19, 2025 14:07
Child dies after getting into difficulty at Sligo beach
It comes just a week after two teenagers drowned after following a ball into the sea, in County Donegal.
May 18, 2025 07:57
Second teenager dies in swimming accident off Donegal coast
The search and rescue operation was coordinated by the Malin Head Coast Guard, and local vessels helped in the search.
May 11, 2025 07:57
Five people hospitalised after crash in Co Sligo
Gardai and emergency services responded after two cars collided on the N59 in Ballysadare shortly before 2:30pm.
Apr 21, 2025 20:03
'No funding available' to reduce train delays between Maynooth and Mullingar
This would shorten journey times, but Irish Rail says there's currently no funding for the project.
Apr 21, 2025 12:12
Almost 1,700 arrests in Shannonside region for drugs offences over last ten years
And there were 344 arrests under the Misuse of Drugs Act in Leitrim and Sligo in the same period - with 29 last year.
Mar 19, 2025 17:35
Gardaí seeking help to find missing teenager believed to be in Longford
17-year-old Jake Hafford was reported missing on Saturday, and it's understood he may have travelled to Longford.
Mar 19, 2025 11:09
Councillor says there is urgent need for extra trains on Sligo-Dublin line
Sean Moylan says people need them for work, college, or hospital appointments in Sligo.
Feb 24, 2025 12:08
Fifteen counties under weather warnings this morning
A second status yellow wind warning will come into effect for Donegal, Sligo, Leitrim, Mayo and Galway from 3pm until midnight.
Feb 23, 2025 07:51
Over 1,600 outstanding bench warrants in Shannonside region
They are normally issued after a person fails to appear in court accused of a crime.
Feb 21, 2025 13:48
Boyle Credit Union merges with Sligo Credit Union
They say the partnership will create a stronger, unified credit union, enhancing financial services for members while continuing to prioritise community-focused values.
Feb 10, 2025 13:45
Woman (80s) hospitalised after being struck by vehicle in Castlerea
It happened on St Patrick Street at around 10.45 this morning.
Feb 6, 2025 13:56
Local Labour Party candidate secures Seanad seat
She will now be one of eleven members of the Seanad's Labour panel.
Feb 2, 2025 13:21Shannonside Newsletter
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