'I was completely dazed, it floored me'
Sligo Rovers steward speaks to Paul Deering about his shocking assault at the showgrounds.
Disturbances becoming frequent
Saturday night's trouble at The Showgrounds is the latest in a number of disturbances at the venue in recent times.
The grim reality of cutbacks
PENSIONER SEAN McGuinness is typical of many for whom a house adaptation grant could be a life-changer.
Gnome caught up in domestic feud
A GARDEN GNOME went "flying" through the air during a row at a house in Aclare.
Large turnout for hospice conference
'Together Is Better' was the theme of the first North West Hospice palliative care conference.
Olympic hero ready for An Post challenge
MUM of two, Catherine Walsh, a double medal winner at the Paralympic Games in London, is on track for the An Post Tour of Sligo this weekend.
Shedding light on employment
'Job shadow' initiative opens doors for Sligo people with disabilities
Students put 'squeeze' on rivals
A GROUP of Manorhamilton students squeezed out the opposition at this year's final of the national Student Enterprise Awards. The St Clare's Comprehensive students were awarded top prize for their "fun and frustrating" game.
Sligo is Ireland's 'best-kept secret'
"SLIGO IS the best-kept secret in Ireland.
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Hospital fails to get clean bill of health
AN unannounced visit by inspectors to Sligo Regional Hospital has found infection control standards not up to scratch.
Anti-social behaviour laws 'inadequate'
SLIGO COUNCILLORS have called for a more robust policy to deal with anti-social behaviour in housing estates.
Tourism opening at closed Garda station
THE community of Cliffoney is hoping to use the recently closed Garda station as a tourism centre.
€225k funding for Connolly Park work
A SUM of €225,000 has been allocated by the Department of the Environment for remedial works in Connolly Park housing estate in Tubbercurry.
Vote of no confidence passed against Minister for Agriculture
FINE GAEL members of Sligo County Council had to endure the embarrassment at the April meeting of seeing a vote of no confidence passed in the Minister for Agriculture, a member of their own party.
Hay being sold at cost price in Sligo
Hay will be sold at cost price in Sligo this week to help farmers feed their animals.
Inspirational Luke honoured for his contributions to student life
An inspirational IT Sligo student who died last year has been honoured at an awards ceremony in Dublin.
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Shedding light on employment
'Job shadow' initiative opens doors for Sligo people with disabilities
Sligo is Ireland's 'best-kept secret'
"SLIGO IS the best-kept secret in Ireland.
Hospital fails to get clean bill of health
AN unannounced visit by inspectors to Sligo Regional Hospital has found infection control standards not up to scratch.
Ugly scenes at the Showgrounds as Drogheda United fans wreak havoc
Gardai have nabbed three Drogheda fans including the one who knocked a Sligo Rovers steward to the ground at the Showgrounds.
Anti-social behaviour laws 'inadequate'
SLIGO COUNCILLORS have called for a more robust policy to deal with anti-social behaviour in housing estates.
Hay being sold at cost price in Sligo
Hay will be sold at cost price in Sligo this week to help farmers feed their animals.
Are you a creative industry in need of financial help?
ARE YOU a creative industry in need of money?
Vote of no confidence passed against Minister for Agriculture
FINE GAEL members of Sligo County Council had to endure the embarrassment at the April meeting of seeing a vote of no confidence passed in the Minister for Agriculture, a member of their own party.
Trouble brewing before kick-off
TROUBLE began with the Drogheda fans as soon as they arrived at The Showgrounds.
All Stars working towards League return
SLIGO All Stars could return to the national league scene within the next few years
Sligo GAA is facing cash crisis
Sligo GAA is facing a major crisis following confirmation that the County Board is €1.5m in debt.
Calwley's goal not enough to save Sligo
A SUPERBLY crafted first half goal by David Cawley wasn't enough to rescue Sligo Rovers as they were eliminated from the Setanta Sports Cup by Drogheda United at the Showgrounds last Monday.
Drogs deny Rovers with late equaliser
A MATCH of raging controversy and combustible tension ended in high drama as Drogheda United snatched a 95th minute equaliser at the Showgrounds on Saturday.
Drogs chairman condemns fans behaviour
THE behaviour of Drogheda United fans at Sligo Showgrounds last Saturday has been condemned by club Chairman, Jim Agnew.
Walk on the wild side
THE WILD Atlantic Way tourism initiative is one of the most important tourism projects ever for Sligo and the North West. HARRY KEANEY reports.
Quick off the mark
A BALLYMOTE company is using innovative methods to develop their blossoming gardening business
Dedicated life coach has his finger on the button
NEW Jersey native Dante Petrilla met and fell in love with a Sligo woman in London over 20 years ago.
Shopping sprees a blessing in disguise
I'm one of the most house-proud people I know – some achievement when I don't even own a property.
SL Controls set the innovation standard
A COLLOONEY based company has benefited from a unique business innovation scheme.
This summer, be a swimwear goddess
It's never too early to start shopping for your beachwear. Get ready to turn heads on the beach this summer with top figure fixing swimwear tips.
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Dromore Villa News
Everyone at the club was greatly saddened on hearing of the death last Monday of Club founder and more recently our club President Paddy Browne.
Cairde Arts Festival are holding auction
'Big Auction' for festival
Family values a key strength of large community
"There's a good community spirit here, that often people don't recognise."
Kian's Voice bid comes up short
KELLY Mongan, mentored by Kian Egan, was runner up in The Voice of Ireland final.
Focus turns on RTE camera man
Autobiography details legendary career of Justin Nelson, who has spent a lifetime behind the camera.
Mozart concert
THE SLIGO Orpheus Choir will perform Mozart's 'Amadeus' in the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception on Friday, May 18th, at 8pm.
Boyband Taken in Sligo visit
Dublin boyband Taken were Sligo on Friday to meet their fans.
1Music Festival Drumcliffe will be a hive of activity for its annual festival.
1Music Festival Drumcliffe will be a hive of activity this weekend for its annual festival. The Volger Quartet, Ailish Tynan and Finghin Collins are among the top names performing.
It's a Crying Game for Neil as he gets struck by a Dublin Bus
SLIGO native Neil Jordan is recovering after a narrow escape with a Dublin bus.