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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.

Mayor Cawley Hosts Successful Coffee Morning (18/09/2008)

Mayor Cawley Hosts Successful Coffee Morning

Women in Sport - upcoming events (17/09/2008)

The events in Surfing, Rowing and Cycling are targeted at attracting new comers to the different sports and the focus is recreational, fun and social.

Water Drop Information (15/09/2008)

Water Drop Information

Mayor Salutes All Ireland Champions (07/08/2008)

Mayor Councillor Veronica Cawley has hosted a reception for the victorious Sligo Hurling Team

Launch of CCTV Scheme in Sligo (28/07/2008)

Sligo Borough Council had the official launch of a new community based CCTV scheme at City Hall on Wednesday 23rd July.

Sligo Local Authorities Support Junior Achievers (18/07/2008)

Mayor Councillor Veronica Cawley and Cathaoirleach Councillor Jude Devins have commended the volunteers who have delivered a ‘Junior Achievement’ programme in local schools.

Mayor Welcomes Theological Group To Sligo (09/07/2008)

Mayor Councillor Veronica Cawley has welcomed the ‘Theological Education Group’ at a recent function in Sligo Park Hotel

Anti-Litter Grants Scheme (06/08/2008)

Sligo Local Authorities are making €29,000 available under an ‘Anti-litter and anti-graffiti awareness scheme

Architectural Heritage of Sligo Launched (03/07/2008)

Michael Finneran joined Mayor Councillor Veronica Cawley and Cathaoirleach Councillor Jude Devins for the launch of the ‘Architectural Heritage of County Sligo’ at County Hall

Sligo Borough Council's Recreation and Amenity Programme (20/06/2008)

Sligo Borough Council is delivering a major programme of investment in the city’s recreational facilities to cater for a growing urban population

Cllr. Veronica Cawley elected Mayor of Sligo (23/06/2008)

Newly elected Mayor of Sligo Councillor Veronica Cawley

New Parking Arrangments (12/06/2008)

Sligo Borough Council has adopted Car Park Bye Laws which will see the introduction of new parking arrangements around Sligo city next month.

Seaview Drive Promenade Officially Opened (09/06/2008)

Mayor Councillor Jonathan McGoldrick officially opened the Seaview Drive Promenade

Water Conservation Campaign Launched (09/05/2008)

Sligo Local Authorities Launch Water Conservation Campaign

Sligo Peace Keepers Honoured (08/05/2008)

Minister for Defence Willie O’Dea has unveiled a memorial at Doorly Park to honour three members of the Defence Forces from Sligo

Huge Interest in Heritage Owners Day (30/04/2008)

More than 100 people attended ‘Safe and Sound’ - an information day for owners of heritage buildings

Borough Housing Projects well Advanced (02/05/2008)

Sligo Borough Council has a number of housing schemes under construction;

Mayor Welcomes Water Conservation Campaign (20/04/2008)

Sligo Local Authorities are finalising plans for a major Water Conservation programme

€29m Wastewater Treatment Plant (04/04/2008)

When the contract for the Sligo Main Drainage project was signed, the then Minister for the Environment,

Deputy Mayor Promotes Schools Cross-Border Project (02/04/2008)

Students from Mercy College, Sligo and Ballee Community College, Ballymena paid a recent visit to Sligo City Hall

Mayor Attends Young Social Innovators Forum (02/04/2008)

Mayor Councillor Jonathan McGoldrick, Cathaoirleach Councillor Seamus Kilgannon and Fine Gael Leader Enda Kenny attended the launch

Compulsory Acquisition of Land - Eastern Garvoge Bridge and Approach Roads (05/02/2008)

Sligo Borough Council (hereinafter referred to as “the local authority”) in exercise of the powers conferred upon it by section 76 of the Housing Act, 1966,

Cranmore Regeneration Project - Social Plan (26/02/2008)

The Social Plan demonstrates the commitment of local agencies and local people to work together to make Cranmore a better place to live.

Ukranian ambassador visits Sligo (12/03/2008)

Mayor and Cathaoirleach welcomes Ukranian ambassador

Eastern Garvoge River Bridge - Connecting Communities (03/04/2008)

The National Spatial Strategy confirms Sligo’s status as the premier economic gateway of the northwest region.

National Tree Week 2008 (28/02/2008)

Sligo County Council will distribute over 1,000 native Irish saplings to groups in Sligo as part of the National Tree Week programme of events.

Michael Flatley New Freeman of Sligo Borough (04/03/2008)

Michael Flatley has been conferred with the honour of Freeman of Sligo Borough following a ceremony in City Hall on Monday 25th February.

The Greening of Sligo (04/02/2008)

Sligo Borough Council’s Senior Executive, Parks, Michael Condren sees his Department’s mandate as ‘developing great parks, making Sligo a green city and a desirable place to work and live.’

Tenancy Support and Settlement (13/02/2008)

The Cranmore Regeneration Project is working in partnership with Focus Ireland to deliver a Tenancy Support and Sustainment Project.

Rent Free Month (04/02/2008)

The draw for the Rent Free Month took place in December 2007 for Sligo Borough Council and Sligo County Council.

Mayor Ball, Clarion Hotel, 24th January 2008 (01/02/2008)

The people of Sligo have a strong association with the Borough Council and their Mayor.

Reception for Tommy Fleming (01/02/2008)

Mayor of Sligo, Councilor Jonathon Mc Goldrick recently had the pleasure of meeting with Tommy Fleming and his wife Tina at a reception held in his honor at City Hall, Sligo.

2009 World Rally Comes to Sligo (26/01/2009)

The Cathaoirleach of Sligo County Council Councillor Jude Devins has welcomed the World Rally Championship drivers, organisers and supporters in Sligo.

Sligo Local Authorities' quarterly magazine 'Contact' Winter Edition (20/12/2007)

The current issue of Sligo Local Authorities' quarterly magazine 'Contact' features news of Sligo's Proposed Eastern Garvoge River Bridge and the Cranmore Regeneration Project.

Environmental Impact Statement - Eastern Garvoge Bridge (10/12/2007)

Sligo Borough Council has prepared an Environmental Impact Statement in respect of the Eastern Garvoge Bridge development

Sligo Podcast a First for Local Authorities (19/12/2007)

Sligo Local Authorities have introduced a podcast facility to their websites which will allow people access a broadcast of news and information on-line.

Review Of Sligo And Environs Development Plan (18/12/2007)

Sligo Borough Council and Sligo County Council intend to jointly review their Sligo and Environs Development Plan 2004-2010 (SEDP)

Christmas Car Parking in Sligo City (19/12/2007)

In the region of 2000 ‘off-street’ car parking spaces are available to Sligo’s shoppers over the busy Christmas period.

Christmas Holiday Arrangements (20/12/2007)

Please note that the offices of Sligo Local Authorities as listed below will close to the public at 5.00 pm on Friday, 21st December, 2007 and will re-open at 9.00 am on Monday, 31st December, 2007.

Cranmore Regeneration Project (11/12/2007)

2007 has seen important changes for the Cranmore Regeneration Project in terms of the size, scope and shape of the project,

The Greening of Sligo - Sligo Borough Council’s Recreation and Amenity Programme (11/12/2007)

Sligo Borough Council’s Senior Executive, Parks, Michael Condren sees his Department’s mandate as ‘developing great parks, making Sligo a green city and a desirable place to work and live.’

New Bridge Will Provide Vital Link for Communities (06/12/2007)

The Sligo Local Authorities are working with the Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government, the Department of Transport and the National Roads Authority to develop a transport infrastructure

Draft Register of Electors 2008/2009 (06/12/2007)

I hereby give notice of the times and places at which Revision Court sittings will take place, to consider claims for amendments to the Draft Register of Electors 2008/2009.

Writer in Residence (22/11/2007)

Each month Sligo County Council Writer-in-Residence, Niall Williams, makes some reading suggestions from books currently available in the Sligo County library system.

CCTV Cameras to Monitor Recycling Bring Banks Sites (13/11/2007)

Sligo County Council has recently installed CCTV cameras to monitor the recycling bring banks sites to combat the growing problem of illegal dumping and littering at these facilities.

Check the Register! (08/11/2007)

The Draft Register of Electors is currently on display at Local Authority Offices, Libraries, Post Offices and Garda Stations.

Rally Ireland World Rally Championship (06/11/2007)

Please take note that as a result of traffic issues arising from the FIA World Rally Championship 2007 the following roads will be closed

Sligo Local Authorities - 1 months free rent (26/10/2007)

To assist our tenants and give something back in return Sligo Local Authorities are offering the chance to win 1 months free rent.