Sligo Weekender - 26 Jun 2025
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CALLAN TANSEY LLP SWEEPS MULTIPLE PRIZES AT 2025 IRISH LAW AWARDS
STREETS OF SLIGO 5K
CLLRS CALL FOR MORE RESPECT TO BE SHOWN TO MUNICIPAL CATHAOIRLEACH ROLES
LOCAL AUTHORS CONTRIBUTE TO NEW BOOK INSPIRED BY THE POWER OF MEMORIES
INVESTIGATION ONGOING INTO ALLEGED SLIGO TOWN ASSAULT
PICTURES: KNOCKLANE FESTIVAL, SHANTY FESTIVAL
HIQA inspection finds that overcrowding issues remain at Sligo University Hospital
Local councillor labels HSE's failure to appoint consultant to key position as a ‘terrible indictment of the management of the HSE'
TD highlights need for repair works on N15 and N16
More than 30 no shows at local test centre since January
Alleged assault in Sligo town
Legal action threat leads to Ballisodare eyesore being placed on Derelict Site listing
Ex Guinness overseas boss's unique collection of items fetches approximately €175,000 at auction
The HSE have no plans to re-open hydrotherapy pool in Cregg House
Sligo-Drumcliffe councillors call for greater respect to be shown to the Cathaoirleach role for municipal district at AGM
Speedquizzing at The Belfry Bar
Sligo Park Run in Cleveragh
5K run and walk in Aughris
QuizCon weekend in July
Karaoke Night in Gracie’s Bar
Cruachan live in Garavogue Bar
EP launch at Yeats Building
Metal gig at The Swagman
Trad & sing-song in McLaughlin’s
Live music in the Harp Tavern
Indoor Market in Enniscrone
The best of both worlds
Concerns raised over Strandhill Enhancement Plan: “We’re spending money like confetti”
Local law firm triumphs at Irish Law Awards
Surgeries recommence at Orthopaedic Theatre at Sligo University Hospital
Primary schools to benefit from increased capitation funding
TD responds to councillor’s claims that no Sligo-Leitrim TDs attended NWRA meeting
Senator welcomes clarification on Western Railway Corridor
Pictures KNOCKLANE FESTIVAL IN MAUGHEROW
Pictures KNOCKLANE FESTIVAL IN MAUGHEROW
Rewind: How a collective of indie Irish writers turned memory into a creative force for good
Man stole groceries because “he was hungry”
Man on several charges had relapsed
Defendant couldn’t explain comments made to Gardaí
Denied having an anger problem after attack
Fined for stealing cosmetic products from pharmacy
Ransboro National School Launches ‘Love 30’ Road Safety Campaign
New Tesla Model Y breaks new ground
Proposed Strandhill Promenade upgrading works
From those about to rock, we salute you, Lord Mount Charles
Potential changes to the EU budgeting framework ‘very concerning’ for agriculture – IFA
EU Commission’s reported Mercosur “add-ons” a sham – non-binding attachments offer no real safeguards
Department intervention needed to secure adequate Lepto vaccine supply
Delay in planning exemption halting investment in slurry storage
More than 500 runners contest Streets of Sligo 5K Run
Ifac advises local suckler and beef farmers to get ready for autumn tax bills
Ox Mountain Glamping is providing an escape into the countryside without any Wi-Fi
Democracy in a new State: How the people of Sligo voted this time 100 years ago
NEWTOWNMANOR CHURCH CELEBRATES BICENTENNIAL ANNIVERSARY
Local author’s debut novel launches next week
Pictures WILD ATLANTIC SHANTY FESTIVAL IN ROSSES POINT
CARRAROE
MERVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE
BALLYMOTE
ENNISCRONE KILGLASS
ACHONRYMULLINABREENA
GURTEEN
BALLINTOGHER
RIVERSTOWN
CURRY
Mairead O’hEocha exhibition opens at The Model next week
*et 5eady for the ENNISCRONE SHOW Sunday, 6th July
Brian Mostyn, Michelle Gallagher and John McLoughlin will perform at next Lunchtime at the Well
The 39th Year of the SOUTH SLIGO SUMMER SCHOOL
All systems are South Sligo Su
Go for the 2025 mmer School
Pictures from last year’s South Sligo Summer School
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CAIRDE SLIGO ARTS FESTIVAL TO HOST SPECTACULAR 2025 THEATRE AND PERFORMANCE LINEUP
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HISTORIC EVENTS
CHART TOPPERS
AT THE BOX OFFICE
From The Digital Archives
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35 years on, Celtic contin Gurteen ues to thrive
35 years on, Celtic contin Gurteen ues to thrive
Acquired Brain Injury Ireland calls for €2m in Budget 2026 to fund national Brain Injury Case Management Service
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Planning/Legal Notices
DyNamo Gymnastics Club savours national success
Semi-final at Tubber venue
Tournament win for Finn in Ballymote
Sligo’s rivals clashed in a semi-final
Suits from EJ Menswear for leading scorers
Bronze for rower Walsh in Belgium
Chapman took charge of an LGFA game
Date set for Rovers’ FAI Cup game
McGowan runs so well in Cork City Marathon
TOUR BEAT TAINTS: SAINTS:
GOLFNOTES
Garvey is selected for Ireland U-20s
Elding strike wins the GOTM award for May
Launch of Sligo Stages Rally is next Tuesday
Medals secured by Sligo athletes at provincial gig
RESULTS
U-14 GIRLS 80 METRES
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Effectiveness by Sligo earns a place in the semi-final
THEGAME
3
Kilkenny takes positives from third win
Emotion following McEntee departure
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GAA: Pinergy Senior Football League Division 1 Tourlestrane continue to lead SFL’s top flight
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Wonderful Sligo displays at Tailteann Gamesames in in Carlow
RESULTS
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Rovers show grit but Shels display class in 3-1 win
Women’s Premier Division
Bit O’Red lose away to Drogs
NEXT UP: DLR WAVES
THEGAME
TURNING POINT:
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Rovers survive derby Drama
Russell hails team’s ability to dig deep
TURNING POINT:
BEST FOR ROVERS:
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Rovers survive derby Drama
Bit O’Red were due a bit of luck in frantic game
Russell hails team’s ability to dig deep
BOHEMIANS (Away)
Best for Rovers: Sligo Rovers:
ROVERS’ GOALSCORERS
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LOMBOTO SPARKS A VITAL WIN
Last 4 slot for Ladies
Rovers battle in defeat
Tour set the pace in SFL
EARN CONNACHT MEDALS:
SUCCESS AT TAILTEANN GAMES:
DYNAMO GYMNASTS ACHIEVE:
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