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Irish Independent
6 days ago
- General
- Irish Independent
Sunderland's S&C Coach who hails from Sligo ‘thrilled' as side return to the top flight
Sligo Champion Today at 23:30 A Sligo man who is Strengh & Conditioning Coach with Sunderland AFC said their promotion to the Premier League is 'incredible'. Keith McGrath (33), originally from Geevagh, Co Sligo and now living in Hartlepool, UK, spoke to The Sligo Champion after their nail-biting 2-1 play-off victory over Sheffield United in Wembley to see them return to the to-flight for the first time since 2017.
Irish Independent
6 days ago
- General
- Irish Independent
New surgical block critical for the future of Sligo University Hospital but doctors make case for it to be located in Letterkenny
Infrastructural deficits at Sligo University Hospital have been raised at a HSE regional health forum meeting where issues around operations being deferred as a result of a leaking roof in the orthopaedic department were discussed and how a new surgical hub is planned. Paul Deering reports Sligo Champion Short and long term measures have been outlined by the HSE to address growing issues at Sligo University Hospital. Leaking roofs and indequate infrastructure at the hospital were outlined in The Sligo Champion recently after complaints were revealed from consultants about operations having to be cancelled regularly due to rain water coming into the orthopaedic theatre.
Irish Independent
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Precious memories of the late Tommie Gorman shared at special Sligo event
Cathaoirleach Bree welcomed all attendees, with a special acknowledgment to Ceara Roche, wife of Tommie Gorman, along with extended family and friends, and those watching the live stream. Speaking at the event, Councillor Bree said: 'Tommie Gorman was many things: reporter, correspondent, interviewer, sportsman, mentor, friend, husband, father. But above all, he was a man of principle — rooted deeply in the place he called home, devoted to its people, and tireless in his efforts to shine a light on the stories that matter. 'His legacy will undoubtedly live on, not just in the archives of RTÉ, but in the heart of our county, in the stands of the Showgrounds, and in the countless lives he touched through his work and his unwavering commitment to others.' Leo Gray, retired sports editor of The Sligo Champion, and Niall Delaney of Ocean FM, joined moderator Adrian Eames, RTÉ sports commentator and producer, for a panel discussion covering Tommie Gorman's successful career as a journalist and correspondent, his lifelong love of Sligo, Sligo Rovers FC, and his unwavering commitment to helping others throughout his life. The stories, memories, and music shared throughout the evening formed a fitting tribute to this remarkable Sligo man. Contributions from the audience highlighting the support Tommie Gorman gave to numerous projects came from Kevin Colreavy, Sligo Rovers Heritage Committee; Simone Hickey, Lest Sligo Forgets; Colm McIntyre, Principal, Ursuline College Sligo; and Maura Gilligan, artist and writer. Seamie and Stephen O'Dowd provided a moving musical accompaniment, bringing the evening to a close with a poignant rendition of Thom Moore's beautiful song, 'Believe Me, Sligo.' The special edition of The Word was supported by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport, and Media through the Creative Ireland Programme, and can be viewed on the Sligo Libraries YouTube channel.
Irish Independent
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Irish Independent
‘Stand with Palestine' event planned for Sligo
The solidarity event 'Stand with Palestine – Stand against Genocide', will highlight the continuing onslaught by Israel on the people of Gaza. Speaking to The Sligo Champion, the Solidarity Campaign's PRO Chris MacManus said: 'Palestinians in Gaza are living through a hell on earth. More than 52,000 people have been killed in Israel's ongoing genocide. 'Over a million children are in need of mental health and psycho-social support. Nearly two million Gazans are in need of emergency shelter and essential household items. 'We need to be clear - Gaza is being reduced to rubble, and is being purposely denied access to aid and electricity. 'The humanitarian situation there is already desperate, but to see the continuing raining down of terror by an out-of-control Israeli regime whilst Western governments turn a blind eye or worse, facilitate the Israeli military, is horrendous and unjustifiable. 'That failure to hold Israel to account, has reassured Benjamin Netanyahu and allowed his regime to act with impunity. To build a lasting peace, there must be meaningful sanctions for Israel's war crimes, at both national and international level. 'Our Government, here in Ireland must step up and pass the Occupied Territories Bill without any further delay and adopt other sanctions against Israel,' he said. Meanwhile, the flag of Palestine was hoisted at the offices of Sligo County Council by the Council Cathaoirleach, Cllr Declan Bree, on Thursday last (15th May) to mark the 77th anniversary of Nakba Day and as a gesture of solidarity with the people of Palestine. Speaking to the The Sligo Champion, Cllr Bree said: 'The 15th of May marks the forced expulsion and displacement of 700,000 thousand Palestinians during the conflict that created the State of Israel in 1948. ADVERTISEMENT Learn more 'Since then, al Nakba, Nakba means 'catastrophe' in Arabic, has been engraved in Palestinian collective consciousness as a story of relentless dispossession. 'The crimes that were committed in 1948 draw haunting parallels to the genocidal war which the Israeli regime has been inflicting on the people of Palestine and Gaza over the past year and a half. 'The Nakba started in 1948 and over the last 77 years it actually hasn't stopped. 'Today the people of Gaza are suffering famine, have got no food, no shelter, no electricity, no oil, no gas, no medicine, and nowhere to go, nowhere to hide. 'The crisis of child malnutrition has reached catastrophic levels. It is like hell on earth for them right now. 'In this context we now as a matter of extreme urgency need to see the Irish Government exercise its sovereign powers and enact the necessary Occupied Territories legislation that will ensure that Ireland will abstain from entering into economic or trade dealings and will prevent trade or investment relations with Israel in respect of the occupied territories and the illegal settlements. 'In addition we also need the government to use Ireland's voice and influence in international forums—from the EU to the UN - to call for an immediate ceasefire, and also to seek the suspension of the EU-Israel Association Agreement, in light of the continuing violations of human rights in Gaza and the Occupied Territory,' he said.
Irish Independent
12-05-2025
- Politics
- Irish Independent
Palestinian flag to be hoisted outside Sligo County Council offices
Speaking to 'The Sligo Champion' the Cathaoirleach of the council, Cllr Declan Bree said: 'Nakba Day is commemorated annually throughout the world on May 15th. It marks the beginning of the destruction of the Palestinian homeland and the mass displacement in 1948 of the majority of the Palestinian population. 'Nakba means 'catastrophe' in Arabic and is the word used by Palestinians and others to refer to this historic moment. For many, the term is also used to describe the subsequent and ongoing persecution of Palestinians and loss of territory. 'In the 77 years since the Nakba, the Israeli state has continued to encroach into Palestinian territory, displacing families and violating international law in the process. 'Today, it is important that we continue to show our solidarity with the people of Palestine and particularly those suffering as Israel continues its genocidal war on the people of Gaza. 'Over 52,000 Palestinians have been killed in Gaza by the Israeli military over the past 18 months and another 800 in the West Bank. Two thirds of those killed are women and children. In addition over 1,400 medics, 200 journalists, and 750 aid workers have been killed. 'Special Commemorative events are being held worldwide and I believe it is fitting that we in Sligo would mark the occasion here.' said Cllr Bree.
