North West Today

There needs to be an open and honest debate on the issue of migration and how it relates to the security of Irish citizens and migrant workers. That's according to Sligo Independent councillor Michael Clarke, who claims the public are afraid to raise such issues because of the backlash they are likely to receive

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There was traffic chaos to and from Streedagh Beach in North Sligo on Sunday as hundreds converged there to enjoy the warm weather. Local residents say cars were simply abandoned everywhere due to lack of parking and there was no access for emergency services, were they needed

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Garda Chief Superintendent Aidan Glacken and Inspector Rosie Logue tell of their very personal reasons for participating again in this year's Relay for Life event in Sligo, to raise money for the Irish Cancer Society. Relay for Life takes place at ATU Sligo on the 5th and 6th September

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Muhammad was 3 years old when he was killed in a bomb attack at his home in Gaza in 2024. His young sister, Joud, and mother, Islam, both serioulsy injured - Joud lost her eye as a result of the attack. The family were evacuated from Gaza after the attack, and are now living in Collooney in Sligo - Islam says they are still healing - this is their story (A GoFundMe has been set up to help the family - 'Help my family heal and build a new life in Ireland')

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Residents and business owners on Pearse Road in Sligo have warned of possible serious injury as a result of ongoing dangerous driving manoeuvres and speeding there during the early hours of the morning. They say those involved have vehicles with modified exhausts which make a lot of noise, and even claim that vehicles are racing each other, side by side on the road - Sean is one of the concerned residents

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The inspirational Paddy Joe Burke and his lessons in how to live your best life - the former barber, Roscommon GAA superfan, story teller and Ballymote resident talks eveything from happiness to loneliness, kindness and Paddy Joe-ness, as he chooses his favourite pieces of music. And how his mother taught him the most important PHDs - eye contact, saying hello, smiling, manners and common sense

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'We'll have another go at it' - 10 years ago, businessman and funeral director, David McGowan, managed to have a huge Boeing 767 plane transported to Enniscrone as the focal point of his Quirky Nights Glamping Village project. But for varioius reasons, there has been no progress since then - but David says he's set to make that change

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The annual Orange Order 12th July parade in Rossnowlagh takes place this Saturday with Orange lodges from Donegal, Leitrim, Cavan, Monaghan and the North of Ireland due to be involved. David Mahon, Grand Master of the Orange Order in Co Donegal outlines more

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Two residents of the Nazareth Village social housing complex in Sligo outline their shock at the proposals for a major hike in their rent - Loro Tylor and Trevor Sweeney outline the stress it has caused, while Cllr Ann Higgins says talks are ongoing to ensure such increases are not imposed

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Gabriel was visiting County Sligo in the past week and noticed giant hogweed in parts of Collooney, which he insists can be a dangerous plant as it can burn people's skin. He says the local authority need to take action straight away to have it removed

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