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The Gathering Ireland Local Community Fund (01/11/2012)

The Gathering Ireland 2013 is a Government lead initiative which aims to deliver an additional 325,000 overseas visitors to Ireland which will generate an extra €170 million in revenue and create up to 3000 new jobs across every county in Ireland.

Mayor Launches Rovers DVD (11/12/2012)

Mayor Launches Sligo Rovers DVD

Mayor Promotes Dragon's Den (28/11/2012)

Mayor Promotes Dragon's Den

Christmas 2012 in Sligo (28/11/2012)

Come along and help the Mayor of Sligo Councillor David Cawley and President of Sligo Chamber of Commerce Ms Linda Moffitt to light up Sligo with Christmas Lights and Sligo’s Biggest Ever Christmas Tree on Friday evening 30th November at 5.30pm on the steps of City Hall, Quay Street, Sligo.

Champions Honoured at City Hall (30/10/2012)

The newly crowned League of Ireland Champions were honoured at City Hall by Mayor Councillor David Cawley, who was joined by Borough Councillors, County Councillors and Members of the Oireachtas.

Walking Website Launched for Sligo (21/11/2012)

Walking Website Launched for Sligo

Library Ireland Week 2012 (09/11/2012)

Sligo Libraries are pleased to announce various events to take place in branches over the week 12th to 18th November.

Christmas Tree Disposal (04/01/2013)

Christmas Tree Disposal

Halloween Advice from Sligo Fire (23/10/2012)

Sligo Local Authorities and Sligo Fire Service have issued a joint appeal in the run up to Halloween urging members of the public not to supply any household waste material to persons who do not hold a valid waste collection permit.

National Recreation Week 29th October - 4th November (22/10/2012)

A number of events will be held throughout Sligo to celebrate National Recreation Week, an initiative by the Department of Children and Youth Affairs.

Book of Condolence opened at City Hall (02/10/2012)

A Book of Condolence has been opened at City Hall by the Mayor of Sligo Councillor David Cawley for members of the public who wish to record their sympathy on the tragic death of Eugene Gillespie, Old Market Street.

Over €100 Million Nationally in Household Charge Payments (17/08/2012)

Sligo County Manager Hubert Kearns thanked the people in County Sligo who have paid the charge and said he was encouraged by the number of citizens who continue to pay the charge”, which will be used to maintain essential local services.

Summer Reading Challenge a Major Success (17/08/2012)

Over 300 children in County Sligo joined the Story Lab Reading Challenge, many of whom convened in Sligo Central Library recently for a presentation ceremony.

Sligo Tidy Towns Committee Commended (07/08/2012)

Sligo Tidy Towns Committee Commended

Activity Trail Opened in Doorly Park (01/08/2012)

State of the Art Fitness Trail Opened at Doorly Park

Minister Ring Visits Mitchell Curley Park (01/08/2012)

Minister Ring Opens Fitness Trail at Mitchell-Curley Park

Experiment with Play 2012 (05/07/2012)

Children and adults were in Doorly Park on Sunday 1st July to celebrate National Play Day.

Registration of Treatment Systems Launched (27/06/2012)

Three month facility for reduced payment

National Play Day 2012 (28/06/2012)

Sunday 1st July 2012, 2 - 5pm

Sligo to Feature on TV 3 (27/06/2012)

Sligo to Feature on TV 3, Friday next 29th June.

Cllr David Cawley Elected Mayor of Sligo (12/06/2012)

Councillor David Cawley is the new Mayor of Sligo following Sligo Borough Council’s AGM on Monday 25th June. Councillor Cawley was proposed by Councillor Matt Lyons, and seconded by Councillor Rosaleen O'Grady. Councillor Matt Lyons was elected Deputy Mayor.

Current eContact (19/06/2012)

The current edition of Sligo Local Authorities’ e-newsletter is now available

New Arrangements for Housing and Finance Services (18/06/2012)

New Arrangements for Housing and Finance Services from Monday 2nd July.

Consultation on improving the lives of children and young people (18/06/2012)

Public Consultation on improving the lives of children and young people

Sligo loves : live music 2012 (15/06/2012)

This Thursday, 21st June, Sligo is part of love:live music, Ireland's celebration of International Music Day with FREE live music events all over the country.

Sligo 400 Festival Launch (13/06/2012)

Bressi, The Sawdoctors and top artists to headline the music element of an exciting multi strand event

Bike Week 2012 Events in Sligo (14/06/2012)

Bike Week 2012 Events in Sligo from June 16th - 24th

Guidance on Asbestos Waste (14/06/2012)

Asbestos is a natural mineral made up of many small fibres.

Launch of Sligo Historic Towns Atlas (08/06/2012)

At the launch of the Sligo Historic Town Atlas in February, Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht Jimmy Deenihan described the publication as a’ Treasure trove of meticulously researched material that lays the bedrock for so much more work in the future.’

Yeats Day - June 13th (05/06/2012)

A Dawn to Dusk Celebration of WB Yeats Birthday on June 13th

Mayor Launches Merville DVD (23/05/2012)

It was with great honour and a very special occasion, for Cllr. Rosaleen O’Grady, Mayor of Sligo, when she launched the ‘Merville and Environs’ DVD

Customer Update Beirnes Bins Elphin Ltd (22/05/2012)

Further to confirmation that Beirnes Bins Elphin Ltd have gone into liquidation, Sligo County Council would like to inform the general public within Sligo that you have the option of engaging the services of any of the remaining permitted waste collectors operating in Sligo.

Sligo’s Creative Energy (17/05/2012)

A creative energy took over the old ESB shop in Sligo town this week, as their windows along Thomas Street became the stage for an exhibition of art works.

Minister Unveils New Facilities at Sligo Sports Complex (04/05/2012)

On his recent visit toSligo, Minister of State for Transport, Tourism and Sport Michael Ring TD officially unveiled the Energy and Access Upgrade Project at the Sligo Regional Sports Centre.

Bealtaine Festival Launch 2012 (04/05/2012)

The Bealtaine Festival Sligo was launched on Wednesday 2nd May at the Hawk’s Well Theatre by the Mayor, Councillor Rosaleen O’Grady

Sligo Field Club 4th Summer Conference (23/04/2012)

Sligo Field Club has dedicated its 4th summer weekend conference, Friday 11th to Sunday 13th May, to a celebration of major events in the history of Sligo Borough.

Many Tributes to Late Tommy Higgins (16/04/2012)

People from all walks of life have been paying tribute to the late Tommy Higgins.

Applications Invited for Structures at Risk Fund 2012 (28/03/2012)

Sligo County Council, on behalf of the Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, is now inviting applications for the Structures at Risk Fund (SRF) 2012.

Dog Owners Reminded of Responsibilities (26/03/2012)

The Sligo Local Authorities have issued a warning to dog owners regarding their responsibilities under the ‘Control of Dogs’ Act.

Sligo Orpheus Choir present “Hallelujah” (23/03/2012)

Sligo Orpheus Choir present “Hallelujah” At the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception Sligo Friday 25th May 2012 at 8.00 pm

Current eContact (23/03/2012)

The current edition of Sligo Local Authorities’ e-newsletter is now available

Mayor Launches ‘Dare 2 Care’ Challenge (21/03/2012)

Mayor Councillor Rosaleen O’Grady has called the ‘Dare2Care’ challenge ‘one of the most exciting and deserving initiatives I have come across in recent times.’

Mayor Launches Kidney Donor Week (21/03/2012)

Mayor Councillor Rosaleen O'Grady has urged the people of Sligo to show their support for Kidney Donor Week, which takes place from 31st March to 7th April.

Mayor Welcomes New Rovers Boss (01/03/2012)

Mayor Councillor Rosaleen O’Grady has welcomed the new Sligo Rovers Manager Ian Baraclough

‘Team work’ at the heart of Sligo Atlas Project (01/03/2012)

Co-author of the newly published and much acclaimed ‘Sligo Atlas’ Fiona Gallagher has remarked on the ‘Team nature’ of the project.

Tips for Recycling (01/03/2012)

The Sligo Local Authorities Environmental Services Section has published the attached leaflet setting out the benefits of recycling, bring banks and bottle banks, green composting and civic amenity sites.

Grant Schemes for Residents Groups (28/02/2012)

Sligo Borough Council invites Resident Associations in Sligo Borough to submit applications for grant aid under the Residents Association Grant Scheme 2012.

Sligo Atlas ‘A Treasure Trove of Material’ (24/02/2012)

Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht Jimmy Deenihan describes the Sligo Historic Town Atlas as a’ Treasure trove of meticulously researched material that lays the bedrock for so much more work in the future.

Saturday Dead-Line for Household Charge (23/03/2012)

The closing date for payment of the Household Charge is 31st March. Failure to pay by this date will result in penalties.

Mayor Honours Rovers Legend (27/01/2012)

Mayor Councillor Rosaleen O’Grady has honoured a man she described as ‘A legendary figure in the history of Sligo Rovers.’

Connecting For Business (17/01/2012)

Mayor Councillor O'Grady and Cathaoirleach Councillor Michael Fleming attended a meeting of the RE:CONNECT Western Region Business Network at the Irish Embassy in London.

Household Charge (06/01/2012)

The Household Charge is an annual charge introduced by the Local Government (Household Charge) Act 2011 which is payable by owners of residential property.

Mayor Commends ABI Ireland (22/12/2011)

Mayor Commends AcquireMayor Councillor Rosaleen O'Grady has paid tribute to the members of ‘Brain Injury Ireland’ for ‘The remarkable and pioneering journey the organisation has undergone.’ The Mayor was speaking at ABI’s tenth anniversary celebrations.d Brain Injury Ireland

Current eContact (21/12/2011)

The current edition of Sligo Local Authorities’ e-newsletter is now available

Current Podcast (19/12/2011)

Sligo Local Authorities’ Radio Programme ‘Council Focus’

Kelly’s Gloves for Sligo Museum (06/12/2011)

Sligo Rovers FAI Cup Final hero Ciaran Kelly has very generously donated his gloves to the Sligo County Museum.

Christmas Parking Arrangements (18/11/2011)

Christmas Parking Arrangements in Sligo

Water Out in Sligo City Areas (30/01/2012)

Water Out in Sligo City Areas

Henan Delegation Visit City Hall (23/11/2011)

Mayor Councillor Rosaleen O’Grady welcomed a visiting delegation from Henan Province, China, to City Hall.

November Podcast (16/11/2011)

Sligo Local Authorities’ Radio Programme ‘Council Focus’

Winter Wonderland in Sligo (02/12/2011)

Winter Wonderland in Sligo

Mayor Welcomes Australian Ambassador (18/11/2011)

Mayor Welcomes AusMayor Councillor Rosaleen O’Grady told the Australian Ambassador Bruce Davis that his visit to Sligo ‘affords another opportunity to extend the hand of friendship and to reflect on the many, many Irish people who emigrated to Australia tralian Ambassador

Mayor Launches Science Week (14/11/2011)

Mayor Launches Science Week

Mayor Salutes Rovers Success (10/11/2011)

Mayor Salutes Rovers Success

2011 Road Safety Roadshow (09/11/2011)

A Road Safety Road Show aimed at 4th year students, transition year students and all youth organisations and groups will take place on Wednesday 16th November 2011 in the Regional Sports Centre, Sligo.

Caring for Sligo’s Built Heritage - A FREE Information Seminar (03/11/2011)

The Heritage Office, Planning Section and Architects Department of Sligo County Council will host a FREE information seminar on Caring for Sligo’s Built Heritage on Friday 25th November 2011 at the Clarion Hotel, Clarion Road, Ballinode, Sligo.

‘Magnificent Seven’ Visit City Hall (27/10/2011)

Mayor Councillor Rosaleen O’Grady labelled the pupils on the Mercy College’s ‘Blue and Green Team’ as the ‘Magnificent Seven’ for their achievement in a recent European competition.

Mayor Commends ‘Lough Gill’ Fundraisers (26/10/2011)

Mayor Councillor Rosaleen O'Grady has hosted a reception in City Hall to honour the organisers of a ‘Lough Gill Swim’ in aid of the Northwest Hospice.

‘Games Without Frontiers’ present a giant interactive outdoor exhibition (24/10/2011)

The ‘Games Without Frontiers’ Public Art Project will present a giant interactive outdoor exhibition on Saturday the 29th of October in Doorly Park.

Seamus Finn Conferred with Freedom of The Borough (21/10/2011)

Former editor of the ‘Sligo Champion’ Seamus Finn has been conferred as a Freeman of Sligo

October Council Focus (05/10/2011)

Sligo Local Authorities’ Radio Programme ‘Council Focus’

Costs of Halloween Can Impact on Essential Services (28/10/2011)

Sligo Borough Council and Sligo County Council, together with local authorities throughout the country, are bracing themselves for the annual week of increased fire call-outs followed by extensive clean-ups and costly repairs.

Roads Update Sligo Saturday 29th October (29/10/2011)

Update 5.00pm

Mayor Honours I.C.A. (28/09/2011)

Mayor Councillor Rosaleen O'Grady believes the Irish Countrywomen’s association is ‘one of the most important institutions in our country and a hugely valuable resource for its many members.’

Kempton Delegation visit Sligo (12/09/2011)

Kempton Delegation visit Sligo

Mayor Honours I.T. Sligo’s ‘Team Hermes’ (26/07/2011)

Mayor Honours I.T. Sligo’s ‘Team Hermes’Mayor Councillor Rosaleen O'Grady has hosted a reception for Students of The Institute of Technology, Sligo students who took first place in the world finals of the Microsoft Imagine Cup.

Minister Penrose's visit to Regeneration Project (12/07/2011)

‘After years of discussion, planning and preparation, we now have tangible progress’ stated Mayor Rosaleen O Grady in her welcome speech to Minister Willie Penrose at City Hall on Tuesday 5th July 2011.

Major Works For Upper John St (14/07/2011)

The west-bound lanes of Upper John Street will be closed to traffic on Tuesday 9th and Wednesday 10th August

Mayor Launches ‘Silent Voices' (12/07/2011)

Mayor Councillor Rosaleen O Grady and RTE’s Eileen Magnier were guests at the launch of ‘Silent Voices’, a book presenting a range of reflections on the Northern Ireland conflict from all sections of the communit

‘Spotlight’ Project Highlights Role Of Community (12/07/2011)

There was a large attendance at the Clarion Hotel, Sligo for Sligo County Council’s “Spotlight on Your Community” Project, part of the County Development Boards Creative Sligo Initiative which profiles Sligo as a place in which creative, people and communities dwell.

Mayor Attends Sligo Rovers Launch (04/07/2011)

Mayor Councillor Rosaleen O Grady joined the President of the FAI Paddy McCaul, Chief Executive John Delany, Sligo Rovers Chairman Michael Toolan, and the club’s main sponsors at the launch of Sligo Rovers’ Sponsorship agreement with the McSweeney Group and Tohers Chemist

Cairde Festival 2011 (29/06/2011)

Sligo’s annual feast of festival fun begins with CAIRDE July 3rd to 10th

Current eContact (23/06/2011)

The current edition of Sligo Local Authorities’ e-newsletter is now available

New Mayor Elected (23/06/2011)

Councillor O’Grady elected Mayor

Current Podcast (13/06/2011)

Sligo Local Authorities’ Radio Programme ‘Council Focus’

2011 National Bike Week (17/06/2011)

National Bike week takes place this week starting on Saturday 18th June

Thank-You from Sligo Tidy Towns Committee (09/05/2011)

The Sligo Tidy Towns Committee wish to thank all those volunteers who gave so generously of their time to participate in the Good Friday Clean-Up on the 22nd April last.

Mayor raises funds for Special Olympics (14/06/2011)

Special Olympics Connaught were designated cause to benefit from the 2011 Mayor’s Ball, and Mayor Matt Lyons welcomed Mary Davis from Special Olympics Ireland as his special guest on the night

Coastal Erosion at Strandhill (30/05/2011)

Sligo County Council wishes to advise the public that severe coastal erosion has taken place at the southern end of the coastal path/promenade south of the Strandhill beach car park.

Town Twinning Celebration Events (06/05/2011)

2011 Sligo/Crozon 30th Anniversary

2011 Water Safety Conference (05/05/2011)

Water Safety Issues Highlighted at National Conference

Online Literary Journal Launch (01/04/2011)

Vincent Woods and John Minihan to attend online Literary Journal Launch and Photographic Exhibition Launch in Sligo Central Library

Traffic Lights out of Order (21/04/2011)

Traffic Report Sligo 5.30pm Thursday 21st April

Resident Association Grants (16/03/2011)

Sligo Borough Council invites Resident Associations in Sligo Borough to submit applications for grant aid under the Residents Association Grant Scheme 2011.

March Council Focus (09/03/2011)

Sligo Local Authorities’ Radio Programme ‘Council Focus’

Current eContact (09/03/2011)

The current edition of Sligo Local Authorities’ e-newsletter is now available

Urgent Repair Works To Norbert Ferguson Parade (14/03/2011)

Urgent Repair Works To Norbert Ferguson Parade

Community Heritage Grants Scheme 2011 (01/03/2011)

Community Heritage Grants Scheme 2011.

Sligo County and Reference Library Re Opens (07/02/2011)

Westward Centre, Bridge Street, Sligo.

Walk of Dreams Launched in Sligo (22/02/2011)

Mayor Councillor Matt Lyons and soccer personality John Giles officiated at the launch of the ‘Walk of Dreams’, which will take place at 14 locations nationwide, including Sligo, on Sunday March 27th

February Council Focus (10/02/2011)

Sligo Local Authorities’ Radio Programme ‘Council Focus’

Second Tidy Towns Meeting Arranged (02/02/2011)

‘Sligo Tidy Towns’ in conjunction with the Sligo Local Authorities, Sligo Chamber of Commerce and Together for Sligo, are hosting an information evening on the future direction of Sligo Tidy Towns.

Recycling Facilities in Sligo (28/01/2011)

Reduce Reuse Recycle

Are you eligible to vote? (24/01/2011)

If you want to check if you are eligible to vote at the forthcoming election, you can examine the register of electors at Sligo County Council Offices

January Council Focus (12/01/2011)

Sligo Local Authorities’ Radio Programme ‘Council Focus’

Water Services Update Friday 12th January 2011 (12/01/2011)

Sligo Local Authorities Water Services Update

Christmas Tree Disposal (07/01/2011)

Wonder what to do with your old Christmas Tree?

Dog Licence Fee Increase (09/12/2010)

Dog Licence Fee Increase

Council pass motion on Eastern Bridge (23/12/2010)

A Special Meeting of Sligo Borough Council convened by Mayor Councillor Matt Lyons

December Podcast (16/12/2010)

The next edition of Sligo Local Authorities’ Radio Programme ‘Council Focus’ will be broadcast on Ocean FM at 9.00am on Sunday next 19th December

Free Parking for Christmas shoppers (23/12/2010)

Suspension of “pay and display” parking, in all public daily car parks until 3rd January 2010

Caution Advised Using Attic Heaters (09/12/2010)

There has been some concern over the use of “attic heaters”

NRA Safe Winter Driving Tips (30/11/2010)

The following has been published by the National Roads Authority regarding safe Winter Driving.

Christmas Lights Ceremony (01/12/2010)

Christmas Lights Ceremony at City Hall

International Day for People with Disability (30/11/2010)

Open day to mark International Day for People with Disability

Roads Winter Treatment Programme (29/11/2010)

Roads Winter Treatment Programme

Sligo Celebrates Rovers Homecoming (16/11/2010)

The Sligo Rovers homecoming at City Hall was hosted by Mayor Councillor Matt Lyons

2010 European Year for Combating Poverty and Social Exclusion (11/10/2010)

The European Commission has designated 2010 as the European Year for Combating Poverty and Social Exclusion.

November Council Focus (09/11/2010)

The next edition of Sligo Local Authorities’ Radio Programme ‘Council Focus’ will be broadcast on Ocean FM at 9.00am on Sunday next 14th November

Sligo Library Hosts Great War Exhibition (08/11/2010)

Sligo Library is delighted to host an exhibition on The Great War. The exhibition, entitled ‘A Long Long Way. Letters from The Great War, 1914 – 1918’ focuses on letters written by Irish men in the trenches on the Western Front.

Climate for Change Meeting (03/11/2010)

Change.ie the Power of One and Sligo County Council / Sligo Borough Council are holding a free talk on climate change in the Clarion Hotel, Sligo on Wednesday 10th November 2010 from 8 - 9pm.

Sligo Library Celebrates All Ireland Poetry Day (15/10/2010)

All Ireland Poetry Day was celebrated in Sligo Central Library on October 7th, with a free lunchtime reading of poetry by the renowned writers Mary Branley, Macdara Woods and Dermot Healy

Roadshow to Target Young Drivers (08/10/2010)

A Road Safety Road Show aimed at 4th years and transition year students will take place on Wednesday 20th October 2010 in the Regional Sports Centre, Sligo.

October Council Focus (07/10/2010)

To mark the National Day of Volunteering earlier this month, the current edition of Sligo Local Authorities’ Radio Programme and podcast ‘Council Focus’ focuses on the role of the volunteer in our community

Open Days Arranged for Fire Safety Week (30/09/2010)

Open Days Arranged for Fire Safety Week

Council In Focus (29/09/2010)

Sligo Borough Council's Remedial Works Programme

Current eContact (01/09/2010)

The current edition of Sligo Local Authorities’ e-newsletter is now available

September Council Focus (13/09/2010)

In the current ‘Council Focus’ podcast, Dolores McDonagh gives an overview of the Peace 111 Programme and Marion Davis previews the Sligo Civil Defence winter registration and training programme. There is also a round up of news and information from the Sligo Local Authorities

Sligo Old Gaol Opens to Public (25/08/2010)

Sunday 22nd August saw an Open Day at the Old Sligo Gaol as part of Heritage Week 2010. This unique tour bought visitors back to a time when the Gaol had a huge influence within the County and the wider region.

JPC Plan Launched (17/08/2010)

Sligo Borough Joint Policing Committee’s Public Consultation Meeting in Northside Resource Centre, Forthill, discussed the Sligo/Leitrim Annual Garda Policing Plan 2011

Culture Night Sligo 2010 (13/08/2010)

Over 50 events offer an impressive programme of free late night culture for all ages and all the family in Sligo.

Presntation to Sligo Museum (03/08/2010)

Presntation to Sligo Museum

HSE Advice on Lyme's Disease (20/07/2010)

The HSE North West Public Health Department advises that people involved in outdoor activities protect themselves against Lyme disease

Wine Street Traffic Lights Out (16/07/2010)

WineStTrafficLightsOut

Sligo Play Day 2010 a Great Success (13/07/2010)

Sunday 11th July saw Doorly Park taken over by children and families as part of the National Play Day initiative.

Providing leadership to address our Alcohol Culture (06/07/2010)

“Leadership is key to changing the way in which we consume alcohol in Ireland.” This is a message that was considered at a unique event attended by representatives from a range of sectors

July Podcast (05/07/2010)

The next edition of Sligo Local Authorities’ Radio Programme ‘Council Focus’ will be broadcast at 9.00am on Sunday 13th June

Lissadell Fringe Festival Programme 2010 (01/07/2010)

Lissadell Fringe Festival July 29th - August 5th 2010

Garda Policing Plan 2011 (24/06/2010)

Sligo Borough Joint Policing Committee will hold a Public Consultation Meeting on Wednesday 30th June 2010, 8.00pm in Northside Resource Centre, Forthill, Sligo.

Water Conservation Notice (24/06/2010)

Sligo County Council wish to advise consumers that due to the protracted period of dry weather, water sources in Sligo are currently at very low levels.

Councillor Matt Lyons elected Mayor (22/06/2010)

Councillor Matt Lyons was elected Mayor of Sligo at the Annual General Meeting of Sligo Borough Council

New Website to Promote Sligo on World Stage (21/06/2010)

Michael Flatley said he expected the newly launched sligo.ie website to be an ‘excellent resource to promote and market Sligo to a global audience.’

Current eContact (15/06/2010)

The current edition of Sligo Local Authorities’ e-newsletter is now available

June Podcast (14/06/2010)

The next edition of Sligo Local Authorities’ Radio Programme ‘Council Focus’ will be broadcast at 9.00am on Sunday 13th June

National Bike Week 2010 (09/06/2010)

National Bike Week is taking place this year from Sunday 13th to Sunday 20th June. Sligo County Council are encouraging everyone to ‘get on your bike’ some time during that week.

May Podcast (10/05/2010)

The next edition of Sligo Local Authorities’ Radio Programme ‘Council Focus’ will be broadcast at 9.00am on Sunday next 9th May

Sligo Borough Council’s Access Committee (05/05/2010)

The Chairman of Sligo Borough Council’s Access Committee Councillor Arthur Gibbons maintains that the excellent work carried out around the streets of Sligo in recent years is only a start

Rogue Callers (05/05/2010)

Rogue Callers in Borough Area

Current e-Newsletter (01/05/2010)

The current edition of Sligo Local Authorities’ e-newsletter is now available

Council in Focus (10/03/2010)

Community, Enterprise, Arts and Environmental Services

April Podcast (09/03/2010)

April Council Focus

Sligo to Host National Challenge (24/02/2010)

Sligo Fire Service will host the Second Rescue Organisation Ireland, National Challenge on Saturday 6th March.

Mayor Pays Tribute to Eugene Lambert (23/02/2010)

The Mayor of Sligo Councillor Jim McGarry has paid tribute to the late Eugene Lambert

2010 Resident Association Grant Scheme (17/02/2010)

Sligo Borough Council invites Resident Associations in Sligo City to submit applications for grant aid under the Residents Association Grant Scheme 2010.

Writer In Residence Programme Events (15/02/2010)

Writer In Residence Programme Events

Annual Mayor’s Ball 2010 (08/02/2010)

The Annual Mayor’s ball was held in the Clarion Hotel on Saturday 6th February 2010.

Mayor Visits St Angela’s College (04/02/2010)

The Mayor of Sligo Councillor Jim McGarry joined Tanaiste Minister Mary Coughlan and County Manager Hubert Kearns for the launch of St Angela’s College Strategic Plan 2009-2014

February Council Focus (19/02/2010)

February Council Focus

February News Digest (27/01/2010)

Sligo Local Authorities February News Digest

Emergency Contact Details (22/01/2010)

A list of Emergency contact numbers

Public Asked For Assistance in Preserving Water Supplies (22/01/2010)

Sligo County Council has advised that supplies are currently being maintained on all public water schemes throughout the county.

January Council Focus (14/01/2010)

January Council Focus

The Facts About Radon (01/01/2010)

Sligo County Council, in collaboration with the Radiological Protection Institute of Ireland (RPII), will hold a public information meeting on radon on Tuesday 8th December, 2009

Boatmakers Adze Presented to Sligo Museum (05/01/2010)

Mr. Eoghan Ryan, Clare Road, Ennis presented a boat maker’s adze to Sligo Museum recently

Weather Impacts on Library Service (05/01/2010)

Due to the severe weather conditions, Ballymote Branch Library will not be open to the public today, Tuesday 5th January

Water Services Emergency Contact Number Notice (04/01/2009)

Sligo County Council’s Water Services Department received in the region of forty calls since Friday last on its 24 Hour Emergency Contact number

Christmas Holiday Arrangements (23/12/2009)

Please note the hours of business of the offices of Sligo Local Authorities for the Christmas period

Christmas and New Year message from the Mayor (23/12/2009)

2009 was a difficult year for many people in Sligo, as the economic downturn had implications for every sector of our community.

Borough Council Suspend Public Car Parking Charges in Sligo (08/11/2009)

At last night’s monthly meeting of the Borough Council, members unanimously agreed to suspend Parking Charges in all Public Car Parks in the Town

Mayor Praises 'The Poet of the People' Martin Forde (04/12/2009)

Mayor Councillor Jim McGarry has called Martin Forde’s newly published book of poetry ‘a hugely and enjoyable rewarding slice of life’

Sligo CDB Promotes Local Enterprise, Training & Education (01/12/2009)

Sligo CDB Promotes Local Enterprise, Training & Education

Dr Ian Paisley Visits Sligo (23/11/2009)

Dr Ian Paisley visited Sligo for a series of engagements this week

All-Island Pride of Place Awards (23/11/2009)

Sligo County Council and Sligo Borough Council would like to congratulate the following groups who were awarded prizes in the All-Island Pride of Place Awards

Council Warns Dog Owners of Responsibilities (19/11/2009)

Council Warns Dog Owners of Responsibilities

Sligo Training Education and Enterprise Promotion (18/11/2009)

Following the very successful promotions, hosted recently in Enniscrone and Tubbercurry a Further Training, Education and Enterprise Promotion will be held in the Glasshouse Hotel on Wednesday 25 November.

Peace Building Through Arts (05/11/2009)

Peace Building Through Arts

Mayor Attends Sligo Chamber Dinner (21/10/2009)

Mayor Attends Sligo Chamber Dinner

Wind Energy Lecture in Sligo (14/10/2009)

A public lecture on the very topical subject of our energy resources will be held In the Sligo Park Hotel on Monday 19th October

Major Funding Boost for The Model Arts Centre (06/10/2009)

The Model, one of Ireland’s leading contemporary arts centres, was today awarded funding of €2.4 million from the Border Midlands Western Regional Assembly.

Current eContact (02/10/2009)

The current edition of Sligo Local Authorities’ e-newsletter is now available

Boys' Club Founder Honoured (01/10/2009)

Boys' Club Founder Honoured

Mayor and Cathaoirleach Promote Culture Night (16/09/2009)

Mayor Councillor Jim McGarry and Cathaoirleach Councillor Gerry Murray have urged the people of Sligo to come out and enjoy the many events taking place around the town on Culture Night, Friday 25th September

Sligo County Development Board Comhairle na nÓg AGM – 13 October 2009 (11/09/2009)

This year’s annual Sligo Comhairle na nÓg will take place in the Clarion Hotel on Tuesday 13th October 2009

Gum Litter Campaign Competition (27/07/2009)

Design your own poster, logo or slogan in conjunction with Sligo Gum Litter Campaign.

Stay in Touch - News and Information (02/09/2009)

News and Information

2009 Heritage Week (17/08/2009)

From the 22 - 30 August 2009, Heritage Week will be celebrated in Sligo

Current eContact (11/08/2009)

The current edition of Sligo Local Authorities’ e-newsletter is now available

August Podcast (10/08/2009)

News and Information from Sligo County Council

Mayor Visits Sligo Education Centre (31/07/2009)

Mayor Jim McGarry visited Sligo Education Centre recently and met with the over sixty primary teachers

Mayor Urges Support for St. John's Project (31/07/2009)

Mayor Councillor Jim McGarry has called on the people of the Northwest to support the St John’s Hospital Garden Room Project

Mayor Supports Rovers' in Europe (20/07/2009)

Mayor Supports Rovers' in Europe

2009 Sligo Play Day a Great Success (14/07/2009)

Sunday the 5th July saw Doorly Park was taken over by children and families in what has now been designated the National Play Day

Mayor Honours Lily Rosney (08/07/2009)

Mayor Councillor Jim McGarry hosted a reception in City Hall for Lily Rosney

Eastern Bridge Project Approved (08/07/2009)

The proposed Eastern Garvoge River Bridge will provide an eastern relief road which will further reduce traffic congestion in the city centre

Councillor Jimmy McGarry Elected Mayor (15/06/2009)

Councillor Jimmy McGarry was elected Mayor of Sligo at Sligo Borough Council’s AGM

May 2009 eContact (03/06/2009)

The current edition of Sligo Local Authorities’ e-newsletter is now available

Forthilll Park Opened (28/05/2009)

the official opening of phase 2 of the Forthill development

Revised Opening Times for Public Counter Services City Hall (25/05/2009)

Sligo Borough Council is to introduce revised opening times for its main public services counters with effect from Monday June 8th

Sligo Treatment Plant Opened (28/05/2009)

The largest infrastructural project in Sligo in recent years has been officially opened by Minister of State Michael Finneran, TD

Notice of Election (06/05/2009)

An election of members for each of the local electoral areas of the above-mentioned local authority is about to be held

Library Writing Competition Winners (30/04/2009)

A Prizegiving Ceremony took place in Sligo Central Library, Stephen Street, Sligo on 28th April 2009

Local Electoral Areas Orders (26/03/2009)

The Borough of Sligo Electoral Areas Order 2009

Great Response to Enterprise promotion Day (28/04/2009)

There was a very encouraging response to the Enterprise Promotion Day’ hosted by the Sligo County Development Board

Sligo Host An Post Cycle Race (07/04/2009)

County Sligo has been selected to host one of 5 events as part of the An Post Cycle Series.

Major Enterprise Promotion on 23rd April (02/04/2009)

In an effort to attract new enterprise to Sligo and to offer supports to existing businesses, Sligo’s County Development Board is hosting an ‘Enterprise Promotion Day’

2009 National Spring Clean (02/04/2009)

Each year during April, Ireland largest anti-litter awareness campaign, National Spring Clean, gets underway

World Harmony Runners Visit City Hall (27/03/2009)

Mayor Councillor Veronica Cawley welcomed the participants in the ‘World Harmony Run’ to City Hall

Council Focus (13/03/2009)

Sligo Local Authorities monthly radio programme, Council Focus is broadcast on the second Sunday of every month at 9.00am

Works Completed on Sligo Main Drainage (09/03/2009)

Works Completed on Sligo Main Drainage

Funding for Sligo’s Model Niland Project (16/02/2009)

The Model Arts and Niland Gallery are delighted to announce details of a €600,000 contribution from the Sligo Borough Council

First phase of Western Distributor Road to commence (16/02/2009)

The construction of the Western Distributor Road Phase 1 from the Ballydoogan Road to the Strandhill Road is about to commence

Review of the Regional Planning Guidelines (13/02/2009)

The Border Regional Authority hereby gives notice of its intention to review the current Regional Planning Guidelines for the Border Region

Sligo and Environs Draft Development Plan 2010-2016 (13/02/2009)

Sligo Borough Council and Sligo County Council have prepared a Draft Development Plan for Sligo and Environs (SEDP) for the period 2010 to 2016

Residents Association Grant Scheme (03/02/2009)

Sligo Borough Council is inviting applications for grant assistance under the ‘Residents Association Grant Scheme 2009.

Yeats’ Trail Launched in City Hall (03/02/2009)

Nobel Prize winning poet Seamus Heaney joined Mayor Councillor Veronica Cawley and Cathaoirleach Councillor Jude Devins in City Hall, Sligo, for the formal launch of the ‘Yeats Passport Trail’.

January 2009 eContact (29/01/2009)

The current edition of Sligo Local Authorities’ e-newsletter is now available

2009 Mayor's Ball (28/01/2009)

2009 Mayor's Ball

Cranmore Regeneration (27/01/2009)

Tenders Sought for Cranmore Regeneration

World Rally Road Closures (29/01/2009)

Please take note that as a result of traffic issues arising from the FIA World Rally Championship 2009 the following roads will be closed:

Mayor Honours Dr Henry (23/01/2009)

Mayor Councillor Veronica Cawley recently hosted a reception to honour well known Sligo physician Dr. Paddy Henry.

Motorists Urged to be Vigilant in 2009 (09/01/2009)

While 2008 saw the lowest ever recorded road deaths in Ireland since records began, there were still 276 people tragically killed on the nation’s roads

Record Numbers Visit Sligo Library (08/01/2009)

Sligo Library Service welcomed a record number of customers this week with 1068 people visiting Sligo Central Library

Sligo Makes Top 5 in IBAL Survey (07/01/2009)

Sligo has been ranked the fourth cleanest town in Ireland

Sligo Local Authorities 2009 Preview (05/01/2009)

Sligo Local Authorities 2009 Preview

Make this a Green 2009 (19/12/2008)

This article will provide you with some useful tips and information about how you can help improve your environment

Mayors Recent Receptions (08/12/2008)

Mayor Cllr Veronica Cawley recently hosted receptions for the 1983 Sligo Rovers Cup winning side

Council Focus Launch (18/12/2008)

Sligo Local Authorities have teamed up with local radio station Ocean FM to produce a programme of news and information

Christmas Car Parking (12/12/2008)

In the region of 3000 ‘off-street’ car parking spaces are available to Sligo’s shoppers over the busy Christmas period

December 2008 eContact (08/12/2008)

The current issue of Sligo Local Authorities' magazine 'eContact'

Making Recycling Rewarding at IT Sligo (28/11/2008)

To further promote good waste management in IT Sligo, Sligo County Council in partnership with the ITS have installed a state-of-the-art recycling facility for the recovery of plastic bottles generated within the college.

Christmas Holiday Arrangements (18/12/2008)

Please note that the offices of Sligo Local Authorities as listed below will close to the public at 5.00 pm on Tuesday, 23rd December, 2008

'Text Alert' System Launch (11/11/2008)

'Text Alert' System Launch

Testing Water Supplies (30/09/2008)

Test results received from recent water samples taken at three properties in Sligo town by Sligo County Council indicate a presence of lead above the recommended standard.

National Recycling Week (16/10/2008)

National Recycling Week 6th - 12th October 2008

Are You registered to Vote? (10/10/2008)

Sligo Local Authorities launched their Register of Electors initiative on Thursday 9th October.

New Tow Away Sysytem in Operation (06/10/2008)

Borough gets tough on illegal parking.

Enhancing Sligo City Streets (25/09/2008)

Sligo Borough Council has embarked on a series of measures to enhance the town’s appearance

September 2008 eContact (25/09/2008)

The current issue of Sligo Local Authorities' magazine 'eContact'

Notice to Boil Update (16/09/2008)

Sligo County Council in conjunction with the HSE wish to notify residents in all areas of North Sligo Town and Kiltycahill except Rosses Point/Ballincar that the current Boil Notice is now lifted with immediate effect. Water from the Foxes Den Reservoir now supplies these areas.