Best Grange Project Podcasts (2025)

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

10h 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

10h 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

12h 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

21h 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

1d 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

2d 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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Hopes resurfacing work will take place on Old Bundoran Road shortly 1:51

2d 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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Des Guckian's impact on Leitrim remembered 1:44

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

2d 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

2d 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

2d 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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Donegal Councillor wants a serious conservation to take place on the future deployment of Irish Troops on Peacekeeping Missions 1:52

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

2d 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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Ep. 040: Rivers in Crisis – A Conversation with James Wallace 54:24

3d 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

2d 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

2d 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

2d 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

3d 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

3d 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

3d 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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Further calls for improved conditions at Grange Vocational School 0:16

3d 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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Donegal TD criticises latest delay to Children's Hospital 0:20

3d 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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Alan Singh's kindness and gentle nature remembered 2:13

3d 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

3d 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

4d 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

4d 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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Discrimination against travelling community still happens in North West, Seanad hears 1:55

4d 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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Funding announced for Sligo marine projects 1:48

4d 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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Government intervention sought for Ballisodare apartments 2:29

4d 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

4d 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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People across North West urged to donate blood 2:20

5d ago2:20

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People across the North West are being urged to donate blood as stocks are said to be extremely low. The Irish Blood Transfusion Service is seeking an additional 2,000 blood donations over the next 4 weeks to maintain the national blood supply. Some blood groups have fallen to under 3 days of stock and hospital demand has been consistently high, pa…

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Dáil hears calls for surgical hub in Donegal 0:31

5d ago0:31

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The lack of investment in health services locally has been raised on the floor of the Dáil. While a greenfield site has been identified as a potential location for surgical hub in Sligo, campaigners in Donegal continue to voice their hopes for one in the county. Patients throughout Donegal are currently forced to travel long distances to access car…

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Calls for dental hygienist courses to be available in Killybegs 1:32

5d ago1:32

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There are calls for dental hygienist courses to be available from the ATU campus in Killybegs. There's said to be a massive demand for but not enough people trained and employed in the role. Fine Gael Senator Manus Boyle says the amount of courses need to be multiplied in the North West and elsewhere. Speaking in the Seanad, Senator Boyle more oppo…

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People in North West urged to think about holiday home boycott 4:48

5d ago4:48

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People across the North West are being asked to listen to comments made by a senior local authority official over holiday homes. The director of services for housing and roads at Mayo County Council sent an email to members of his local authority committee last week, urging the community boycott of holiday home owners. Tom Gilligan says the propert…

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Leitrim Councillor warns that Post Offices face an uncertain future 2:49

5d ago2:49

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A long-serving Leitrim Postmistress says the future of many small post offices in the north west is far from certain. The comments come as it emerged that Ireland's Post Office network needs €15-million euro per year for the next five years to secure essential community services. A Grant Thornton report out today calculates the annual social and ec…

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Government & HSE accused for creating 'disaster zone' within North West health service 1:06

5d ago1:06

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The Government and the HSE are being accused for a creating a 'disaster zone' within North West health service. The issue is said to centre on a lack of home care assistance available in Donegal, with further claims that recruitment in the county is being prevented. Speaking in the Dail, Sinn Fein TD Padraig MacLochlainn says that's leading to a wi…

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Sligo Councillor hopes latest verdict in external insulation case will allay fears for those looking to avail of scheme 2:38

5d ago2:38

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It's hoped that this week's verdict in a case over external insulation will ease fears in Sligo over the so-called wraparound scheme. A Dublin couple were initially told that their external insulation is in breach of planning conditions and that they must remove it by June or face a fine or imprisonment. They have since been granted permission to r…

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Senator calls for swimming lessons to be incorporated into primary education 1:50

5d ago1:50

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There are calls for water safety and swimming lessons to be incorporated into primary education in Ireland. It comes in the wake of two tragic incidents in the water in the North West in recent weeks. Seven year old Alan Singh lost his life following an incident in the water near Lissadell Beach on Saturday, one week on from two teenage boys losing…

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Unity with Migrants – the focus of National Integration Conference 0:16

5d ago0:16

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Showing unity with migrants is the main focus at today's National Integration Conference in Dublin. The Immigrant Council will hold its 6th annual gathering to discuss how to improve integration efforts here. Human rights experts from here and abroad will address the convention at a time when anti-immigrant sentiment is on the rise. A number of are…

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Donegal businesses recognise signs of domestic abuse 0:25

5d ago0:25

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Hairdressers, stylists, barbers and nail technicians across Donegal have taken training to recognise signs of domestic abuse. More than 50 representatives attended a training event run by multiple agencies yesterday. The HSE says salon or barber staff have often built up a trust with their customers. HSE Addiction Services Lead, Donna McGee explain…

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Manorhamilton school gets approval for extension 1:38

5d ago1:38

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A school in Manorhamilton has been granted planning permission to develop an extension. St Clare’s National School received the approval from Leitrim County Council, and can now turn their attention towards the works. The extension will include one SEN classroom, three SET rooms, an office, ancillary rooms, and increased car park capacity. Independ…

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Improved bus stops called for Maugherow 2:28

5d ago2:28

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There are calls for a number of bus stops in Sligo to be updated with improved infrastructure. A suitable location for a bus stop has been requested for Maugherow, along with a bus shelter and clear signage to be installed at the bus stop at Dunleavy’s shop. There is a push for spending on bus stops locally after it was revealed that last year, ove…

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Fears for Killybegs following latest UK-EU fishing deal 2:02

5d ago2:02

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The new EU-UK trade deal is seen as being devastating for Killybegs, despite it being described as a “landmark deal.” The two sides announced details of the agreement at the first summit of its kind in London since Brexit. The current post-Brexit UK fishing deal in place with the EU is to be extended until 2038, with concerns being raised over the …

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Leitrim Fire Service praised for swift response to major gorse fire 2:07

6d ago2:07

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Leitrim fire service have been praised for their swift response to a major gorse fire yesterday. The blaze broke out just outside Rooskey village with fire firefighters spending several hours working on bringing the fire under control. Smoke was said to be visible for miles for a time yesterday evening. An extensive amount of land has been damaged …

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Parents claim that students in Sligo Secondary school have to spend their entire breaks queuing to use toilets 1:48

6d ago1:48

1:48

Despite the 2024-2025 school year beginning to wind down, pupils in Grange Post Primary School, in Sligo are still without essential toilet and welfare facilities. Parents of pupils attending the school have also been left frustrated that an extension that has been promised by the Department of Education has not been delivered. Local Councillor Mar…

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the European Commission offices in Dublin 2:34

6d ago2:34

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Farmers from the across the counties of Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal will join others from the country today in a protest over planned changes to farm payments by the EU. The European Commission is proposing to merge CAP into a single European fund. Farming Groups fear that could mean the funding would no longer be ring fenced for agriculture and cou…

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Sligo Councillor urges the public to exercise caution for remaining period of high temperatures 2:03

6d ago2:03

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A Sligo Councillor has urged the general public to exercise common sense for the remaining days of the current warm spell of weather. Councillor Joe Queenan, is warning those in Enniscrone to be mindful of the dangerous water currents in and requested the public not to bring disposable barbecues to the regions beaches. The independent Councillor sa…

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Concern expressed for Irish fishing sector after the UK & EU agree new trade deal 1:31

6d ago1:31

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Huge concerns have been raised over what the new EU-UK trade deal will mean for Killybegs and the wider Irish pelagic sector. The two sides announced details of the agreement yesterday at the first summit of its kind in London since Brexit. The current fishing deal in place, which has negatively impacted the fishing industry in Killybegs, has been …

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New report claims the Irish Seafood Industry is continuing to grow 0:17

6d ago0:17

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An increase in exports, strong domestic sales and a rise in landings to Irish ports helped the seafood industry to grow last year. The Bord Iascaigh Mhara Business of Seafood report found the value of the industry rose to 1.24 billion euro in 2024, up 4 per cent on the year previous. Retail seafood sales increased to 333 million euro while 93 in ev…

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Calls for Clarion Road to be renamed 2:05

6d ago2:05

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There are calls for the Clarion Road in Sligo to be renamed. The road is currently named after a hotel franchise that has since rebranded and no longer operates in Sligo. Local Cllr Ann Higgins wants the public to suggest a suitable name that is more in keeping with the town’s heritage. Cllr Higgins says it’s time to make the significant piece of i…

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