Sligo Weekender - 21 Nov 2024
Funding boost for regeneration of Ballisodare
Local cafe is Ireland’s favourite local business
TENDERS OUT FOR REDEVELOPMENT OF SLIGO TOWN SECONDARY SCHOOL
MARY LOU McDONALD HIGHLIGHTS SINN FEIN PROPOSALS WHICH CAN BENEFIT REGION
BIG CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH ON IN SQUARE THIS WEEKEND
PICTURES: SLIGO DRAMA CIRCLE, SPILT MILK AND MORE
Delight for Brid as Osta receives national recognition
Taoiseach Simon Harris discusses Showgrounds capital funding and student accommodation crisis in Sligo visit
FUNDS RAISED FOR PLAYGROUND IN BALLYMOTE
Gracie’s Bar named as Ireland’s Best Music Pub
Tenders out for redevelopment of secondary school
McSharry: Approach to immigration ‘reckless, irresponsible and unsustainable’
White crosses appear along N17 road
Increase in number of dogs from restricted breeds being euthanised locally
Funding boost for Ballisodare Regeneration Project
Queen Maeve Square will be a hive of activity for big Christmas lights switch-on
EVENTS ROUND-UP
‘Comprehensive’ Sinn Fein plans can d
Greenway Campaign welcomes publication of preferred route for Sligo Greenway after huge round of public consultation
Election candidate calls for Uber style approach to transport issue
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Pictures SLIGO DRAMA CIRCLE’S PRODUCTION OF ‘THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST’
Paralympian calls time on sprint cycling career
North West Hospice awarded €6,500 as part of the 2024 AIB Community €1 Million Fund
Candidates in Sligo and Leitrim urged to sign ‘Dementia Pledge’ and commit to addressing community needs
Region reports country’s largest drop in rate of burglaries
Young Irish Jazz musician title comes back to Sligo
Scanlon: Rural Sligo needs a TD based in the heart of the community
Independent Ireland candidate outlines priorities around housing, education, hospital care, home care and more
New study reveals that Sligo ranks among the lowest counties to start a farm
ICMSA highlight PRSI “absurd anomaly” in transition from sole trader to partnership
Macra calls on parties to deliver ‘three key pillars’ of rural regeneration
INHFA push ambitious CAP reform in election proposals
New IFA ready to lead programme to include Brussels element
A Tale of Two Mothers-in-law
Council to address volume of road accidents at Summerhill roundabout
Sligo homes avail of SEAI home energy grants
Pictures SPILT MILK FESTIVAL
Con Brio continues with a Baroque Tapestry
MacManus: ‘There is a recognition that Sinn Fein is the only party that can lead on change needed’
Cosgrove: Labour can be a big part of an alternative government that offers something new and different
Kelly: ‘People are willing to listen to a candidate who represents genuine change’
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New research highlights the Black Friday spending habits of Irish consumers
Anam Pharmacy OFFICIAL OPENING in Enniscrone
Sauna Sasta offers more than just relaxation—it provides a plethora of health benefits that can transform your lifestyle
New Honda CR-V PHEV: A powerful presence
Pictures TRADITIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL IN BALLINTOGHER
New exhibition shines a light on the life and times of Sligo-born US statesman and gifted orator
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Local market rents were 9.4% higher in the third quarter of 2024 than a year previously
Harkin expects Independent TDs will be key to the formation of the next government
New poetry and photography book launched
I THINK I’M GONNA LIKE IT HERE!
MEP Cowen attends Chambers Ireland meeting to discuss key policy priorities for Irish business
Dr Sumi Dunne urges Sligo public to get pneumo aware
Five people living with lifelong diabetes honoured at special awards ceremony
150-year-old church is thriving as new community centre for Enniscrone
RASPBERRY & ORANGE TRIFLE
Stocking Fillers with a Conscience: SUSTAINABLE IRISH BEAUTY GIFTS FOR THE HOLIDAYS
INTRODUCING BROW AID’S LATEST INNOVATION: BROWTOX LIFT & LOCK
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Funding boost for Cliffoney Celtic FC
Pupils from St Joseph’s visit Bekan
SSRP gets funding for projects
Shamrock Gaels are planning a 50/50 cracker
Winners from 1974 honoured at county final
Showjumper Howley wins in Mexico
Semi-final loss for former Sligo ace O’Hara
First clash of All-Stars and Atlantic Eagles
O’Donoghue gets golf role as a selector
Mini-Sevens competitions are decided
Rugby women earn a share of the spoils
Sligo success at a national gig as Kilrehill excels
JUNIOR SOCCER: Results and Fixtures
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RESULTS
Sligo success at a national gig as Kilrehill excels
County champs remain cool To cause a shock
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Super Ballymote secure place in a provincial final
County champs remain cool To cause a shock
John Mc savours big breakthrough
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EASKEY’S THREE TRIUMPHS
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Sea Blues earn third Connacht hurling crown
Harps go close in tight contest with effective Elphin
GAA: Results and Fixtures
Captain McHugh hails teammates
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European trip for Coolera-Strandhill
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PICTURE DESK: Easkey hurlers savour a Connacht club hurling title
The best and worst, moments to savour and unsung heroes for Rovers in 2024
BIT O’SIGNINGS
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Fitzgerald and Mahon re-sign
The best and worst, moments to savour and unsung heroes for Rovers in 2024
Players linked with moves to Sligo for the coming season
UNSUNG HERO KEEVA FLYNN
FEENEY RETURNS TO BIT O’RED ROLE
Superuper Sunday! Sunday!
Ballymote overcome St Barry’s
Highs & lows for Rovers
Kilrehill is a national champion
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