Best Grange Project Podcasts (2025)

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Sinn Fein accuse the Tánaiste of showing no urgency in highlighting occupied territories atrocities 2:33

6h ago2:33

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A local opposition TD has questioned the government’s commitment to passing a new bill concerning the occupied territories. Deputy Martin Kenny says all that is happening today is that the Tánaiste is basically getting permission from cabinet to write up a new bill. The Sinn Fein TD says while the bill will prevent Ireland from importing goods from…

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Still no immediate plans for traffic calming measures in Ballinacarrow 2:23

8h ago2:23

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There are still no immediate plans to put traffic calming measures in Ballinacarrow. This is despite major longstanding concerns among residents over the speed some motorists are travelling through the village. The main thoroughfare of Ballinacarrow is located on the N17 and Sligo County Council has stated that such funding for the likes of safety …

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Ireland West Airport funding not targeted towards flight expansion 2:29

10h ago2:29

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The latest funding announced for Ireland West Airport will go towards critical infrastructure, and not boosting passenger and flight growth. €5.6 million was allocated to the airport by the government last week under the Regional Airports Programme. This will develop projects related to areas such as safety, security and air traffic control. Joe Gi…

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Safety works approved for Donegal Town school 0:23

10h ago0:23

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Works have been improved to apply safety improvements at a school in Donegal Town. The developments will take place along the road at Scoil Aodh Rua agus Nuala, where a number of accidents and near misses have happened over recent years. It’s hoped these works will provide long needed measures to increase safety for both schoolchildren and the gene…

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Renewed calls for short term lets in North West to be properly regulated 2:44

11h ago2:44

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There are renewed calls for short term lets in the North West to be properly regulated. It comes amid fears there could soon be protests against holiday homes in Ireland, similar to other European countries. An internal government briefing document, seen by the Irish Times, has raised concern that such actions here could damage the country's attrac…

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Local supporter on Liverpool parade car incident 4:19

11h ago4:19

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Drumshanbo Councillor says tourist accommodation must be prioritised in the town 5:36

12h ago5:36

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The Department of Justice has confirmed to Ocean FM this morning that they have not received an offer of international protection accommodation in relation to a property situated on Church Street in Drumshanbo. The building in question which was previously used as a Hostel and Restaurant was recently placed on the market. A query was made in connec…

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Lack of charging points impacting Donegal people travelling to Galway 1:52

12h ago1:52

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It's claimed that people living in Donegal with electric cars can't travel to Galway due to a lack of charging points. In one case, a man was travelling back from Galway to south Donegal but couldn't access the limited number of points along the route to recharge his vehicle. The issue is due to be raised in the Seanad by Fine Gael Senator Manus Bo…

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Further warnings sounded over bogus tradesmen operating in Sligo 2:48

18h ago2:48

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Further warnings have been sounded over bogus tradesmen operating in County Sligo. It's understood that there have been a number of incidents in recent weeks where they are calling to doors unannounced. Residents are being warned not to allow them to do any work as they may carry out a substandard job and then overcharge. People are also asked to r…

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Reservations over Storm Eowyn meeting in Sligo 2:22

18h ago2:22

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Reservations have been expressed over a meeting on how Storm Eowyn impacted County Sligo. The meeting between the ESB, Coillte and local representatives took place yesterday. Uisce Eireann and Eir were invited but didn't attend. One of the biggest bones of contention was who should be responsible for maintaining network corridors through local fore…

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Sligo Councillor sounds warnings over policies aimed at simplifying the Common Agricultural Policy 5:58

1d ago5:58

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A Sligo Councillor is warning that measures aimed to simplify the Common Agricultural Policy will be disastrous for Irish farmers and in particular for farmers here in the North West. Cllr Michael Michael Clarke is warning that the measures will lead to a reduction in the number of those farming the land and ultimately food shortages with only the …

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Des Guckian "chose to march to the beat of a different drum", funeral hears 7:19

1d ago7:19

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Former Leitrim Councillor Des Guckian has been remembered for willingness to work with the voiceless at his funeral mass. Mr Guckian passed away last Thursday in the North West Hospice following an illness. He was first elected to the local authority in 2014 and was re-elected in 2019 and 2024. The late Mr Guckian officially stepped down from the C…

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Claims local ESB network is not fit for purpose 2:29

1d ago2:29

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There are further claims that the ESB network in the North West is not fit for purpose. It comes as a meeting between local representatives and Semi-State Organisations and Utility Providers over the aftermath of Storm Eowyn is underway in Sligo today. It’s thought that there has been a major lack of investment in the network across the region, whi…

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Sligo meeting snubbed by Uisce Éireann and Eir representatives 2:45

1d ago2:45

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Both Uisce Éireann and Eir are under fire for not attending a meeting over Storm Éowyn in Sligo. The meeting with Semi-State Organisations and Utility Providers and Cllrs is underway at the County Offices. Representatives from the ESB and Coillte have been answering questions from local representatives over how they handled the weather event and th…

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Sligo businessman elected Chair of ISME 2:26

1d ago2:26

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A Sligo businessman has been elected as the new Chair of the Irish SME association. Finbarr Filan previously served as Vice-Chair, but has now been selected as Chair for the next two years following the organisation's AGM. ISME aims to advocate for small businesses at both national and European level. Mr Filan says he is optimistic despite the chal…

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Hopes for fishing industry following Commissioner visit 2:26

1d ago2:26

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A fairer quota allocation for Ireland was just some of the issues raised during a recent meeting between representatives of the fishing industry here and the EU Fisheries Commissioner. Fishing Representatives from all sectors attended including the Killybegs Fishermen's Organisation as well as MEPs and Minister for the Marine, Timmy Dooley. While e…

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Shock and sadness in Belleek following sudden death of woman 0:57

1d ago0:57

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A Fermanagh community has been plunged into shock and sadness following the sudden passing of a woman. Police, fire service and ambulance crews attended the scene in the Rockfield Gardens area of Belleek on Sunday morning. An investigation is continuing into the death of the woman, who’s believed to live on her own. Local MLA, Jemma Dolan says the …

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Leitrim Councillor says news compensation fund should be established for landowners 2:18

1d ago2:18

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A Leitrim Councillor has called for landowners whose land is impacted by Gorse fire and other events of nature to be paid state compensation. The calls from Councillor Justin Warnock come as a constant threat of mountain and forest fires lie over many farmers and rural property owners. In the past blazes that were uncontained caused serious damage …

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Donegal Deputy calls for continued dialogue between EU & US in a bid to avoid tariffs 0:28

1d ago0:28

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A Donegal TD has called for continued dialogue between the US and EU in a bid to avert possible being tariffs being introduced. The US President has recommended putting a 50% tariff on all EU imports from June 1st. However over the weekend President Trump confirmed that he would pause his threatened tariffs until 9 July, after a "very nice call" wi…

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Tourists left frustrated at lack of public toilets in Mullaghmore 2:33

2d ago2:33

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There are calls for the public toilets at Mullaghmore and Rosses Point to be open all year-round. As it stands, the facilities only open for the summer period at weekends, due to a lack of funding. It's thought that this may be severely hampering both tourists and locals from visiting the area and spending an extended period of time there. Independ…

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Calls for vacant homes on Holborn Hill to be utilised 1:36

2d ago1:36

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Sligo County Council is to consider purchasing a number of notorious vacant homes in the heart of Sligo. The houses located on Holborn Hill have been derelict and a consequent eyesore for some time and it's now emerged that they have been put on the market. The local authority is to assess the financial viability of buying the homes in the first in…

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Renewed calls to allow NI citizens to vote in Irish presidential election 0:28

2d ago0:28

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Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín is renewing his call for Irish citizens in the North to be allowed to vote in the presidential election. He's hitting out at other party leaders, including Sinn Féin's Mary Lou McDonald, for not backing his bill on the issue. Deputy Tóibín says people in the North deserve to be included:…

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Hopes for abolishment of street furniture fees 2:28

3d ago2:28

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A Sligo Councillor has urged the government to completely abolish fees for hospitality businesses that are providing outdoor dining areas on public streets. Street dining fees, which charge restaurants €125 per table, were removed during the pandemic when indoor dining was banned in order to curb the spread of the virus. Regulations waiving the fee…

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Palestine solidarity event to take place in Sligo 0:29

4d ago0:29

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A solidarity event for Palestine is being held later today in Sligo. The local Palestinian Solidarity Group are holding a demonstration at Sligo GPO, starting at 2pm. The 'Stand with Palestine, Stand against Genoicde' event will be campaigning against the actions of Israel. Spokesperson for the group and former MEP, Chris MacManus, says they went t…

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New EU-UK trade deal expected to benefit North West farms 2:32

4d ago2:32

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The latest EU-UK trade deal is expected to ease the burden that Brexit caused to farmers across the North West. The new agreement is understood to encourage trading for the cross-border counties with relaxed red tape. The deal aims to encourage trade between Ireland and the UK, who make up nearly 40% of Irish agrifood exports. North West MEP Maria …

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Des Guckian's impact on Leitrim remembered 1:44

4d ago1:44

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The impact former Leitrim Independent Cllr Des Guckian had on his community has been highlighted by Leitrim County Council. Mr Guckian died yesterday morning following an illness, after he stepped away from council duties earlier this year. He was then replaced on the council by his daughter, Irene Guckian-Rabbitte. Leas Cathaoirleach of Leitrim Co…

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Hopes resurfacing work will take place on Old Bundoran Road shortly 1:51

4d ago1:51

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It’s hoped that resurfacing work will take place on the Old Bundoran Road shortly. The route is home to a number of businesses and is in a heavily populated area and the road itself is said to be in a serious state of disrepair. Potholes and dips along the stretch are said to be causing a nuisance. Fine Gael Cllr Fergal Nealon says the road will be…

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Leitrim TD urges Ministers to cut the waffle and provide adequate answers in the Dáil 2:42

4d ago2:42

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Concern over ministers failing to answer parliamentary questions adequately has been expressed to the Taoiseach and high ranking civil servants in Government departments. The Clerk of the Dáil has written to the secretaries general across Government warning them that substantive answers must be provided to questions. Departments were put on notice …

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New ticket connects Sligo train passengers to Dublin airport 1:30

4d ago1:30

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A new single travel ticket has been launched today that connects Sligo train stations to Dublin airport. A joint initiative between Iarnrod Eireann and Aircoach will allow passengers to travel to Dublin by train and then board a bus outside the train station for the airport. Sligo passengers will be able to travel from Drumcondra to the airport wit…

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Dry weather patch finished for North West 1:54

4d ago1:54

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The sunny period of weather has finished in the North West for the immediate future. There have been a number of wildfires across the region over the last number of weeks, due to an extended dry period. However, there are no more fires expected for the time being, with showers and lower temperatures predicted for the coming days. Liz Walsh, Operati…

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Renewed calls for safe access to second beach at Rosses Point 2:01

4d ago2:01

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There are renewed calls for safe access to the second beach in Rosses Point. There have been several incidents over the years where the tide comes in blocking the routs back and resulting in people having to cross the dunes. Rock armour which was also put there some years ago, has since displaced part of the access. Talks have been ongoing between …

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Donegal Councillor wants a serious conservation to take place on the future deployment of Irish Troops on Peacekeeping Missions 1:52

4d ago1:52

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A Donegal Councillor says a serious discussion needs to be had in relation to the deployment of Irish Troops on UN Peacekeeping missions in Lebanon. The Comments from Cllr Michael Boyle come as 170 Irish Troops are due home from there following their 6 month deployment. A total of 94 personnel from the 28th Infantry Battalion in Finner Camp will be…

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Ep. 040: Rivers in Crisis – A Conversation with James Wallace 54:24

5d ago54:24

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What happens when we treat our rivers like sewers, ignore regulation, and allow polluters to profit from destruction? In this milestone 40th episode of The Wilder Podcast, we sit down with James Wallace, CEO of River Action, for one of our most eye-opening conversations yet. Beyond the outrage, this conversation is a masterclass in what needs to ch…

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Leitrim Council Cathaoirleach pays tribute to the late Des Guckian 4:12

5d ago4:12

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Former Leitrim County Councillor, Des Guckian, has been remembered as somebody that was passionate about local politics. Mr Guckian passed away yesterday, following an illness, and had stepped back from council duties earlier this year due to health reasons. He was replaced by his daughter Irene Guckian-Rabbitte on the council. Cathaoirleach of Lei…

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Donegal ASTI Vice President claims some teachers are facing ‘shocking levels of abuse’ 0:18

5d ago0:18

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A Donegal teacher has highlighted the rise in abuse faced by teachers. The issue was covered in a special Prime Time programme on RTE last night. It's thought that female teachers are being subjected to harassment and abuse across the country. There are fears that the harmful online content is having an impact on the perception some young males hav…

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Finner troops due home today after completing tour of duty in South Lebanon 0:18

5d ago0:18

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170 Irish Troops are due home from Lebanon today following their 6 month deployment. A total of 94 personnel from the 28th Infantry Battalion in Finner Camp will be a part of the returning unit. The 125th Infantry Battalion will land at Dublin Airport at three o'clock this afternoon. Family and friends will be there to greet them following their to…

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The History of Witchcraft In Cheshire - Live from The Grange Theatre 39:16

5d ago39:16

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The final episode of The Local Mythstorian Podcast is a live recording from Eli's talk at The Grange Theatre on Thursday May 22nd 2025, tracing the story of European witchcraft from its Roman origins through to the English witch-craze and into the county of Cheshire itself! Mythstoric Journeys, the hardback anthology collection from Eli, is availab…

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Safety measures needed for Cliffoney school 2:24

5d ago2:24

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A number of safety measures are required at Cliffoney National School and Cliffoney Village following a health and safety inspection earlier this year. This includes the need of school warning signs, pedestrian crossing closer to the school, speed bumps or flashing speed limit signs, and designated parking spaces for teachers. With the school based…

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Firefighters battling gorse fire between Sooey and Ballygawley 1:52

5d ago1:52

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Firefighters are currently battling a gorse fire between Sooey and Ballygawley. The blaze broke out around lunchtime. Three fire units are currently at the scene, working to bring it under control. It's said to be in a rural location with no properties under threat. Fine Gael Cllr Thomas Walsh says the route is still open for the moment:…

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Donegal TD criticises latest delay to Children's Hospital 0:20

5d ago0:20

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A Donegal TD has criticised the latest delay to the opening of the National Children’s Hospital. It’s the fifteenth time the long-awaited project has been delayed, with it not opening until at least the end of June 2026. This is as the potential costs continue to climb with contractors BAM submitting over 850 million in claims to date. Sinn Fein De…

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Further calls for improved conditions at Grange Vocational School 0:16

5d ago0:16

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The need for improved conditions at Grange Vocational School has been raised on the Dáil. Overcrowding, unsuitable toilet facilities and end of life prefabs are just some of the issues facing both teachers and students. An application for a significant extension was submitted to the Department some time back but is said to have faced numerous setba…

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Alan Singh's kindness and gentle nature remembered 2:13

5d ago2:13

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The Funeral Mass of Alan Singh has heard how he was full of kindness and had a gentle nature. The seven year old died after getting into difficulty in the water at Lissadell Beach. Alan’s life was celebrated today at a service in the Church of the Assumption in Collooney. Fr Martin Convey provided the homily, and spoke of how Alan would be remember…

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RSA plans to tackle driving test waiting times won't go far enough - Brogan 2:09

6d ago2:09

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It's thought that plans by the RSA to tackle driving test waiting times won't go far enough. Learner drivers in Sligo could wait up to seven months for a test, in Leitrim it could be six while in Donegal Town the wait is almost 5 months. The RSA plans to cut waiting times by more than half come September - the target is 10 weeks. The Road Safety Au…

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Concern after latest arson attack in Sligo 2:08

6d ago2:08

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There are calls for a number of measures to be introduced in Sligo in the wake of another arson attack. An investigation is continuing after a vehicle parked in Cartron Estate was completely gutted by fire in the early hours of yesterday morning. Gardai are appealing witnesses to come forward and for information on any person with unexplained burns…

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Barn Owl survey launched in Sligo and Leitrim 2:14

6d ago2:14

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A Barn Owl survey has been launched in Sligo and Leitrim. Members of the public and landowners are being asked to report any information on Barn Owls in the region to Birdwatch Ireland, as they look to record the population of the species across the North West. Although once widespread in Ireland, Barn Owls have experienced a sharp population decli…

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Funding announced for Sligo marine projects 1:48

6d ago1:48

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Just over €250,000 has been allocated for marine projects in Sligo today. The funding was announced by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, as it aims to develop and enhance local harbour and fishing facilities. Three locations that will have repairs carried out are Enniscrone Pier, Raghly Harbour and Mullaghmore Harbour. Sligo-Drumc…

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Discrimination against travelling community still happens in North West, Seanad hears 1:55

6d ago1:55

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It's claimed that discrimination against members of the travelling community still happens in the North West. It comes as this week marks Traveller Pride Week with a range of events taking place right across the country. Speaking in the Seanad, Donegal based Independent Senator Eileen Flynn says many who are in employment are still ashamed to expre…

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Government intervention sought for Ballisodare apartments 2:29

6d ago2:29

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The Government have been called to intervene over a vacant block of apartments in Ballisodare. The Old Mill Apartments have been vacant since 2009, and has been labelled as an “eyesore” in the area. It has been argued that the empty apartments are only worsening the ongoing housing crisis, as other dwellings in the region are increasing in cost due…

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Culling of over 5,000 North West badgers may have been unnecessary 2:21

6d ago2:21

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More than 5,500 badgers have been culled across the North West under a government programme from 2014 to 2024, with a large portion of them testing negative for TB. According to a report from The Journal Investigates, over 80% of badgers culled through the scheme were found to be free from the disease following a post mortem. Over the last ten year…

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