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Irish Independent
6 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Sligo Petanque Club and Sligo Town Twinning's joint boules event
Sligo Champion Today at 07:30 SLIGO Petanque Club and Sligo Town Twinning hosted a very enjoyable Petanque (French boules) Tournament recently at the purpose built facility in Mitchell Curley Park. 20 Petanque players from Brittany, Sligo Town Twinning members along with Sligo Petanque Club celebrated the Breton connection and the 45th Anniversary of Sligo-Crozon Twinning. Although a minority sport in Sligo, it is popular with all ages and fitness levels. Petanque has a great social aspect and it is very easy to learn. The Club meets on Tuesday and Saturdays. New members welcome.
Irish Independent
6 days ago
- Business
- Irish Independent
Improvements planned at three Sligo harbours as funding of €250,000 allocated for repairs
Sligo Champion Yesterday at 07:00 Funding of €250,000 has been allocated for works to be carried out at Enniscrone, Raghly and Mullaghmore harbours. The allocation is part of a €4.33 million funding allocation to support 57 marine infrastructure projects across 11 coastal local authorities. Minister Marian Harkin has described the allocation of €250,000 for works at the three Sligo marine sites by Minister of State for Fisheries and the Marine, Timmy Dooley TD as an important step in maintaining and developing publicly owned marine assets in the county. Deputy Harkin said: 'This significant investment in our marine infrastructure is a clear signal of the Government's support for coastal and rural communities and represents a strong partnership with local councils. The overall cost of the three projects is estimated at €334,000 so the €250,000 allocation marks a huge investment by the Department of the Marine. The planned improvements will not only enhance safety and access at vital fishery and aquaculture-related facilities but also provide an important boost to local economies, tourism, and marine leisure activities.' The funding is being made available under the Local Authority Marine Infrastructure Scheme, which assists local authorities in maintaining and developing publicly owned marine assets. The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine will administer the scheme, co-funding up to 75% of eligible project costs—up to a maximum of €187,500 per project—with the remaining costs to be covered by Sligo Co Council. Among the 57 projects approved are three in County Sligo, with a total funding allocation of €250,500, including: Enniscrone Pier: Repairs to masonry walls and deck, and replacement of navigation aids – €185,625 Raghly Harbour: Masonry wall and winch repairs, installation of new ladder and mooring rings – €13,875 Mullaghmore Harbour: Repairs to masonry harbour walls – €51,000 Deputy Harkin added: 'Enniscrone, Raghly, and Mullaghmore are essential parts of our local marine infrastructure. These upgrades will ensure safety, sustainability, and enhanced usability for all those working and engaging with the sea—whether for fishing, aquaculture, or recreation. 'I commend the proactive approach taken by local councils in preparing and delivering these applications. It is a testament to the recognition of our marine assets as vital lifelines for coastal communities. 'This funding represents real progress for our coastal towns and villages. I encourage continued collaboration between the Department and local authorities to ensure the timely completion of all approved projects ahead of the November claim deadline.'
Irish Independent
7 days ago
- Politics
- Irish Independent
Sligo doctor's nine nephews and nieces killed in devastating Gaza attack
Sligo Champion Today at 00:00 The Israeli regime has stooped to an unimaginable level of depravity, the Cathaoirleach of Sligo County Council, Cllr Declan Bree, when he expressed condolences following the deaths of nine children from one family in Gaza on Friday last. The children were the nieces and nephews of a Sligo based doctor, Dr. Ali Al Najjar. His nieces and nephews were killed in recent days in an Israeli airstrike on Khan Younis.
Irish Independent
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Sligo artists take to the road to talk about loneliness in rural Ireland
Travelling art project 'Where Do We All Belong?' invites rural communities to share their stories in a bid to spark connection and tackle isolation. Sligo Champion Today at 00:00 A unique survey got underway in Sligo this week where a box van will be travelling the county with a determined trio asking rural communities about their experience with loneliness. Noel Feeney, who runs Abhainn Studio in Enniscrone, is one of the three people who will be conducting the survey. Related topics Gerry McLaughlin
Irish Independent
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Westlife's Shane helps mentor Sligo's musical teens
Sligo Champion Members of the Teenage Theme Night which kicks off this weekend in the Hawk's Well theatre have been putting the final touches to their programme ahead of the two night show which begins on Saturday and Sunday night at 8 pm. PRO of the Teenage Theme Night, Sheena Clarke told The Sligo Champion that 'the Theme Night Academy has been providing a platform for older teenagers to perform with their peers in a professional, safe and friendly environment for over ten years.
