News - Sligo
Calls for direct Sligo-Athlone bus to be reintroduced
It would serve several local towns, including Boyle, Carrick-on-Shannon, Strokestown, Roscommon town and Knockcroghery.
Jul 15, 2026 07:25
Staffing and capacity 'major issues' at local mental health unit
The Mental Health Commission raised concerns about a 'further decline' in the standard of the Sligo-Leitrim unit.
Jun 28, 2026 13:30
State watchdog raises concerns about Sligo-Leitrim's mental health unit
It opened in October 2020, at a cost of nearly €14m, and replaced the outdated unit called St Columba's nearby.
Jun 26, 2026 13:03
New centre needed for youth mental health in Leitrim - senator
Research from the Sligo-Leitrim Children and Young People's Services Committee revealed the lived experiences of 223 young people.
Jun 2, 2026 07:24
Urgent safety works needed on Ballaghaderreen roads - Frain
The roads are located on the busy R293, and Councillor Micheál Frain says traffic volume and speed have been a concern to people in the area.
May 22, 2026 07:35
Funeral of popular Roscommon priest to take place today
Tributes have been paid to Rahara native Fr Michael Donnelly, who passed away on Wednesday.
May 16, 2026 08:50
Funeral of popular Roscommon priest to take place tomorrow
Tributes have been paid to Rahara native Fr Michael Donnelly, who passed away on Wednesday.
May 15, 2026 13:15
60 patients on trolleys at local hospitals
That's according to the latest figures from the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation.
May 12, 2026 13:24
Local minister says government working on overcrowding levels at Sligo hospital
A ten-year-review for the month of April shows overcrowding at Sligo University Hospital has come at its highest this year, with 903 patients waiting on trolleys in April 2026.
May 1, 2026 14:02
Sharp increase in number of children referred to autism support workers in Sligo/Leitrim
The initiative was introduced by the Home Youth Liaison Service in 2024.
Apr 29, 2026 13:25
Tax relief to refurbish homes now extended to property owners in Athlone
It's under the Living City Initiative which aims to tackle dereliction.
Apr 17, 2026 12:09
Passenger using drugs among complaints received on local train line
The provider is adding more security patrols to trains to keep passengers safe.
Apr 16, 2026 13:24
Over 600 incidents of harassment recorded at local hospitals in last three years
The figures come as part of a report by The Journal Investigates into challenging behaviour at the country's hospitals.
Apr 11, 2026 14:31
Major tailbacks in Carrick-on-Shannon today as blockades continue
There are reports of a blockade on the N4 in Carrick-on-Shannon this morning, while delays are expected again today.
Apr 10, 2026 10:17Shannonside Newsletter
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