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07:30 Sligo GAA confirm Markievicz Park will close for a year to facilitate pitch regeneration with pitch in ‘unstable condition’

Sligo GAA’s home ground, Markievicz park, will be closed for at least a year to facilitate a regeneration of the playing surface with the pitch in an ‘unstable condition’ during the early stages of this year’s national league.

22:36 Heavy defeat for Sligo Rovers in Derry as Bit O’Red remain rooted to the bottom

Sligo Rovers remain rooted to the bottom of the table after a 3-0 defeat to Derry City at the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium on Tuesday night.

22/04 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: April 23-29

If you’re enjoying the Easter break, or visiting Sligo and looking for something to do around the county this week, there’s a whole host of great events that will keep you entertained during the week.

18/04 Sligo Rovers put Waterford to the sword to move off bottom of the table

Sligo Rovers moved off the bottom of the SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division with an emphatic 4-0 win over Waterford at the RSC on Good Friday.

16/04 Gurteen Celtic see off Glenview Stars to reach Connacht Cup final

Katie Walsh scored a double as Gurteen Celtic beat their closest rivals Glenview Stars to reach the Women’s Connacht Cup final.

16/04 First acts announced for Cairde Sligo Arts Festival

Cairde Sligo Arts Festival has unveiled the first four shows from its eagerly anticipated 2025 programme, with tickets now officially on sale.

14/04 Easter bank holiday in Sligo: Live theatre, golf, music, half marathon and art exhibitions

Easter has arrived, and with the long bank holiday weekend just around the corner, we’ve rounded up some of the top events happening in Sligo to help you make the most of the break.

11/04 Cartron United claim first Sligo Southern Hotel Super League

Cartron United were crowned champions of the Sligo Southern Hotel Super League on Thursday night after beating Aughanagh Celtic 3-1 at MacSharry Park on Thursday night.

10/04 Sean Carroll steps down as Sligo GAA Chairman with immediate effect

Sligo GAA Chairman Sean Carroll has stepped down from his role with immediate effect, it has been confirmed.

08/04 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: April 9-15

Locals and visitors alike will find plenty to do in Sligo this week with a host of great events that will keep everyone entertained.

04/04 Depleted Sligo Rovers lose to Bohemians as injuries and suspensions begin to pile-up

Sligo Rovers were again a hard luck story on Friday night as a depleted Bit O’Red side were beaten 3-2 by fellow strugglers Bohemians in Dalymount Park on Friday night.

02/04 KEUFC celebrate title triumph and promotion to Sligo Southern Hotel Super League

Kilglass/Enniscrone celebrated their Sligo Pallets Premier League title victory, and their promotion to the Sligo Southern Hotel Super League on Sunday following their final league game of the season, a comprehensive win over Real Tubber.

01/04 Four Sligo sides reach Connacht semi-finals

Glenview Stars and Gurteen Celtic have both progressed to the semi-finals of the Women’s Connacht Cup after their respective quarter-final wins at the weekend.

01/04 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: April 2-8

If you’re out and about in Sligo this week, or if you’re visiting on holidays, why not check out one of the superb events taking place locally throughout the week.

28/03 Sligo Rovers’ miserable start to the season goes on with Shelbourne defeat

Sligo Rovers’ miserable start to the 2025 season continued on Friday night with a 2-1 defeat to the league champions Shelbourne, who picked up a first win in five.

07/03 Ten-man Sligo Rovers hold out for draw against Cork City at Turners Cross

Sligo Rovers held out for a vital point against Cork City at Turner’s Cross on Friday night as the Bit O’Red finished the game with ten men.

21/02 Sligo Rovers still searching for first point of 2025 after hammering by Drogheda United

Sligo Rovers are still searching for a first point of the season after losing their second game of the 2025 campaign, suffering a 3-0 defeat at the hands of Drogheda United at Sullivan and Lambe Park on Friday night.

11/02 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: February 12-18

Live comedy, football, theatre and music are all on the agenda this week in Sligo with a jam-packed events calendar.

10/02 Sligo University Hospital reports reduced waiting lists in 2024

Sligo University Hospital reported a reduction in waiting lists in 2024, despite a busy year for the hospital, figures released in recent days show.

09/02 John Mahon to captain Sligo Rovers for 2025 season, Will Fitzgerald appointed vice-captain

Sligo Rovers manager John Russell has confirmed that local lad John Mahon will captain the club for the 2025 League of Ireland Premier Division season, while Will Fitzgerald will be vice captain.

06/02 Sligo Rovers’ pre-season preparations continue with win over Sligo Leitrim selection

Sligo Rovers’ preparation for the 2025 League of Ireland season continued this week with a 6-1 win over a Sligo Leitrim Selection at McSharry Park on Tuesday evening.

04/02 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: February 5-11

It’s a busy week on the arts and entertainment scene in Sligo, with the SO Funny Sligo Comedy Festival among the highlights.

31/01 Sligo Leitrim Gardai issue warning over bogus tradesmen in wake of Storm Éowyn

Gardai in Sligo Leitrim have warned members of the public to be vigilant due to the possibility of bogus tradesmen operating in the area who will ‘try to benefit’ from the damage caused by Storm Éowyn.

31/01 Defeat for Sligo’s Coola PPS in Connacht Under 17 final as Glenamaddy Community School prove too strong

A first-half hat-trick from Ali O’Toole did the damage as Coola PPS suffered a rare Connacht final defeat, losing 4-1 to Glenamaddy Community School of Galway in Boyle on Friday morning.

29/01 Sligo’s Coola PPS suffer heartbreaking All Ireland final defeat to Donegal’s Pobalscoil Ghaoth Dobhair

A ninth minute Aoibhin Ni Chasaide goal was the difference as Coola were left heartbroken following their FAI Schools Senior ‘B’ All Ireland final defeat to Pobalscoil Ghaoth Dobhair at Peace Link in Clones on Wednesday afternoon.

28/01 Sligo Rovers confirm youngster Aidan Gabbidon has signed for Malmö FF, with Bit O’Red receiving training compensation

Sligo Rovers confirmed on Tuesday afternoon that 16-year-old Aidan Gabbidon has signed for Swedish top-flight side Malmö FF.

28/01 The top ten things to do in Sligo this February bank holiday weekend

The first bank holiday weekend of the year is here, which means the events calendar is full with something for everyone.

27/01 Sligo’s Sean Kerrigan joins Galway United after successful spell in US collegiate system

Tubbercurry’s Sean Kerrigan has returned from the United States and has signed for Galway United for the upcoming season.

26/01 Touching gesture from south Sligo Hotel as community still affected by power outages following Storm Éowyn

With power cuts continuing to impact parts of county Sligo, particularly South Sligo, Ballymote’s Coach House Hotel has reached out to the local community to offer help to anyone who may need it.

22/01 Harvey Lintott wants to be a ‘part of something special’ at Sligo Rovers

Harvey Lintott believes that Sligo Rovers is a good place to enjoy his football and to ‘be a part of something special’ as the defender arrives at the club on loan from Northampton Town.

21/01 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: January 22-28

Theatre, live music, talks and lots more are on the agenda this week in Sligo with plenty of events to tickle your fancy.

20/01 First half blitz sees Sligo’s Coola PPS reach All-Ireland final with comfortable win

Coola PPS comfortably saw off Midleton College of Cork to reach the FAI Schools Senior ‘B’ Girls National Cup Final next week, with a blistering first-half blowing their opponents away.

18/01 Jad Hakiki scores twice as Sligo Rovers beat Athlone 5-0 in first pre-season friendly

Jad Hakiki scored a brace as Sligo Rovers beat First Division side Athlone Town 5-0 in a pre-season friendly at Athlone Town Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

17/01 Orlaith Scanlon nets the winner as Sligo’s Coola PPS win yet another Connacht title

Orlaith Scanlon was the matchwinner as Coola PPS’s highly decorated girls’ team won yet another Connacht title on Friday morning, beating St Joseph’s of Foxford to claim the FAI Schools Senior ‘B’ Girls Connacht Cup Final (Under 20, Small Schools) at Michael McGowan Park.

16/01 Stephen Mallon will be available for Sligo Rovers for pre-season, confirms John Russell

Winger Stephen Mallon is fully back training and will be available for pre-season friendlies after undergoing surgery in the latter end of 2024, manager John Russell confirmed.

14/01 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: January 15-21

We're halfway through the month of January, and luckily there are lots of great events taking place in Sligo this week to get you through what can be a tough month.

13/01 John Russell hopes Oskar Van Hattum can be Sligo Rovers’ latest New Zealand success story

Sligo Rovers have had great success with players from New Zealand in recent years, and manager John Russell is hopeful that latest signing Oskar Van Hattum can continue that success.

13/01 Celtic boss praises Sligo’s Johnny Kenny after Celtic debut: ‘It was brilliant’

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers heaped the praise on Riverstown’s Johnny Kenny after he made his Celtic debut in a 4-1 win over Ross County on Saturday afternoon.

09/01 Goalkeeper Ed McGinty confirms he won’t be returning to Sligo Rovers: ‘Moving on is always difficult’

Goalkeeper Ed McGinty confirmed he won’t be returning to Sligo Rovers in a post on social media on Wednesday night.

08/01 Open call for artist studio bursaries in Sligo

Sligo County Council and The Model have announced deals of an open call for four 6-month artist studio residencies, generously supported by Sligo Arts Service and funded through Sligo Creative Ireland.

07/01 Sligo Rovers announce key re-signings as preparations ramp up for 2025 Women’s League of Ireland season

Sligo Rovers have announced a number of re-signings for their women’s team as preparations are underway for the 2025 League of Ireland Women’s Premier Division.

06/01 Pictures show Sligo Rovers players back in action as pre-season underway

Sligo Rovers players reported back for duty last Thursday, January 2 as pre-season training got underway.

03/01 Sligo Chess Tournament’s plans for growth in 2026

Sligo Chess Tournament continues to go from strength to strength, with big plans in place to grow the annual event even more in 2026.

03/01 Sligo Chess Tournament’s planning for growth in 2026

Sligo Chess Tournament continues to go from strength to strength, with big plans in place to grow the annual event even more in 2026.

31/12 Visiting restrictions in place at Sligo University Hospital due to outbreaks of flu

Sligo University Hospital has introduced visiting restrictions at the hospital on New Year’s Eve as the hospital continues to deal with a number of flu outbreaks.

19/12 Concern over increase in influenza and respiratory illnesses in Sligo and Leitrim

The HSE services in Sligo and Leitrim say they are preparing for significant increases in influenza and respiratory illness over the coming days and weeks.

19/12 Sligo group LaGracia to release Christmas single this week

Sligo group LaGracia will be releasing their debut Christmas single ‘Please Come Home’ this Friday, December 20.

18/12 Woman (40s) in serious condition after being struck by a van in Sligo car park

A woman in her 40s has suffered serious injuries after she was struck by a van in a car park in Sligo on Tuesday evening.

17/12 Sligo Rovers to take on Waterford at home in opening game of 2025 League of Ireland Men’s Premier Division

Sligo Rovers will open their 2025 League of Ireland Men’s Premier Division campaign with a home game against Waterford at The Showgrounds on Saturday, February 15.

17/12 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: December 18-24

Christmas has arrived and as usual, there are lots of wonderful festive events taking place in Sligo this week to get you into the spirit.

13/12 Sligo County Council issues boil water notice for Keash

Households and businesses in Keash are being issued with a boil water notice by Sligo County Council after recent tests showed that the Keash Group Water Sceme did not meet the Drinking Water Regulations 2023 standards.

13/12 Sligo’s Johnny Kenny joint top goalscorer in Europa Conference League as star keeps rising

Riverstown’s Johnny Kenny is joint top goal-scorer in the Europa Conference League after the 21-year-old scored two more goals in Europe as Shamrock Rovers were 3-1 winners over FK Borac at Tallaght Stadium.

10/12 Sligo rower Sarah Walsh earns a US college scholarship where she will be among some of world’s best female rowers

Ballymote native and Sligo Rower, Sarah Walsh, has signed a contract to join Syracuse University in upstate New York for a four year educational and sports scholarship program.

10/12 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: December 11-17

The festive season has arrived and there are no shortage of wonderful events in Sligo to get you into the festive spirit this December.

09/12 Society of St Vincent de Paul here to help in Sligo this Christmas time

During what can be a challenging time of the year for so many, the doors at The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Ireland in Sligo are open in the lead up to Christmas for anyone who may need assistance.

06/12 Pictures show how Eastern Garavogue Bridge Scheme in Sligo could look as detailed design is nearing completion

The detailed design of the Eastern Garavogue Bridge and Approach Roads Scheme is nearing completion, says Sligo County Council.

03/12 Sligo family ‘livid’ as son’s killer Richard McLaughlin granted unsupervised leave from Central Mental Hospital

The family of the late Jimmy Loughlin say they are absolutely livid as they have learned that their son’s killer Richard McLaughlin has been approved for unsupervised leave from the Central Mental Hospital, six years after he brutally killed Jimmy.

03/12 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: December 4-10

Panto season is well and truly here, and the Christmas events are coming thick and fast.

01/12 Sligo-Leitrim General Election 2024 updates: Feighan becomes first TD elected

No of seats: 4

01/12 Sligo-Leitrim General Election 2024 updates: Feighan almost there as Harkin hangs in

No of seats: 4

01/12 Sligo Leitrim fourth seat too tight to call, says former Fianna Fáil TD Marc MacSharry

Former Fianna Fáil TD Marc MacSharry believes that the fourth seat in the Sligo Leitrim constituency is too close to call at this early stage.

30/11 Sligo-Leitrim General Election 2024 updates: Feighan expresses sadness at possible loss of Catherine Martin to Dáil

No of seats: 4

28/11 Distressed dolphin rescued from Sligo beach

A distressed dolphin was rescued from Mullaghmore beach recently having been discovered on the shoreline on Saturday, November 23.

28/11 Sligo’s Luke Mavrak named in Irish Colleges and Universities squad

Sligo’s Luke Mavrak has been named in the Irish Colleges and Universities squad to face French Universities in Nantes, France on December 9.

26/11 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: November 27-December 3

The Christmas events are ramping up as we get closer to the festive season, and there are lots of great Christmas events taking place in Sligo this week.

16/11 Funding for Sligo Baroque Festival will help organisation’s plans for 30th festival in 2025

Sligo Baroque Music Festival is one of the beneficiaries of AIB’S annual AIB Community €1 Million Fund, to help with its work in the Sligo and Northwest community, receiving an award of €4,000.

15/11 Blow for Sligo Rovers as captain Niall Morahan leaves to sign for Bohemians

John Russell’s plans for 2025 took a hit this week as Bohemians confirmed the signing of Sligo Rovers captain Niall Morahan.

15/11 Sligo Rovers duo Keeva Flynn and Daire Patton pick up awards at FAI International Awards

Sligo Rovers’ academy graduates Keeva Flynn and Daire Patton were both winners at Thursday night’s FAI International Awards in Dublin.

14/11 Good news for Sligo Rovers as winger Will Fitzgerald signs two year deal

There was good news for Sligo Rovers on Thursday afternoon as the club announced that winger Will Fitzgerald signed a new two year deal, and will be with the Bit O’Red until the end of the 2026 season.

12/11 Simon Power thanks Sligo Rovers for ‘one of the most enjoyable years’ of his career as he signs for St Patrick’s Athletic

Simon Power has thanked Sligo Rovers for giving him a platform to perform in what was ‘one of the most enjoyable years’ of his career, as the winger signed a two year deal with St Patrick’s Athletic.

12/11 Sligo Rovers unveil new kit for 2025 as club reunites with Umbro

Sligo Rovers’ preparations for the 2025 season are well underway with the club unveiling the new kit for the 2025 season on Tuesday morning.

12/11 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: November 13-19

Local theatre companies Blue Raincoat Theatre and Sligo Drama Circle take to the stage this week with their incredible productions, there’s live music, comedy, markets and lots more on this week’s events calendar in Sligo.

11/11 Another final heartbreak for Sligo Rovers’ Under 20s as Shelbourne score last minute winner

There was more heartbreak for Sligo Rovers’ Under 20s on Saturday as the Bit O’Red youngsters were beaten in the LOI Academy MU20 Shield Final by a last minute Shelbourne winner.

11/11 Sligo native Bridel Bosakani crowned Under 20s player of the season as Drogheda United win FAI Cup

Collooney’s Bridel Bosakani was crowned 2024 EA SPORTS MU20 LOI Academy Player of the Season at the Aviva Stadium on Sunday as he was an unused sub in Drogheda’s 2-0 FAI Cup final win over Derry City.

08/11 Sligo Rovers duo Daire Patton and Keeva Flynn nominated for FAI awards

Sligo Rovers duo Daire Patton and Keeva Flynn have both been nominated for awards at the 34th Football Association of Ireland (FAI) International Awards which take place next Thursday, November 14.

07/11 Francely Lomboto says it was a ‘no-brainer’ to join Sligo Rovers

Sligo Rovers’ newest recruit Francely Lomboto believes he has something to prove, and he can improve as he joins the Bit O’Red for the 2025 League of Ireland Premier Division season.

07/11 Sligo family raise over €80,000 for St Vincent’s Hospital Foundation in memory of the late Kevin Coleman

The Coleman family from Riverstown in Sligo raised an incredible €72,600 for St Vincent’s Hospital Foundation for sarcoma research and awareness after embarking on a daunting challenge earlier this year.

06/11 Sligo native Johnny Kenny is Shamrock Rovers’ young player of the year

Riverstown’s Johnny Kenny has been crowned Shamrock Rovers’ young player of the year after a brilliant season for the 21-year-old.

05/11 Sligo Rovers announce three players have departed days after season ends

Sligo Rovers have announced the departure of three players following the conclusion of the 2024 League of Ireland season.

05/11 The top ten things to do in Sligo: November 6-12

Enjoy some of what the local arts and entertainment scene has to offer here in Sligo this week as there is yet another busy week in store.

01/11 Sligo Drama Circle return to the stage with ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’

Sligo Drama Circle returns to the Hawk’s Well Theatre stage this November with a revival of the popular Oscar Wilde comedy of manners, ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’.

31/10 Niall Morahan promises Sligo Rovers are not finished yet and are highly motivated ahead of final game of 2024

Sligo Rovers go into their final game of the season highly motivated with an aim to finish the 2024 season in fifth place.

26/10 Injury to Sligo Rovers’ Gareth McElroy ‘looks like a bad one’ after ‘incredible performance’

Sligo Rovers manager John Russell conceded that the injury sustained by defender Gareth McElroy looked bad, with fears that the 19-year-old has picked up a recurring knee injury that saw him miss the first few months of this season.

25/10 Sligo Rovers’ European hopes ended as Galway twice come from behind in thriller

Their chances of securing a top four spot were already faint, but Sligo Rovers’ European dreams were officially ended after a 2-2 draw at Eamon Deacy Park on Friday night as Galway twice came from behind in an incredible game.

24/10 Wilson Waweru signs extended contract with Sligo Rovers

Wilson Waweru has committed his future to Sligo Rovers, signing a new deal this week that will see the striker remain at the Bit O’Red until the end of the 2026 season.

21/10 ‘Phenomenal player and a great person’ – Sligo Rovers’ John Russell pays tribute to Will Fitzgerald on 100th appearance

Sligo Rovers manager John Russell paid tribute to winger Will Fitzgerald who made his 100th appearance for the club in Saturday night’s 2-0 defeat to Bohemians at The Showgrounds.

17/10 John Russell calls for Sligo Rovers fans to ‘bring family and friends’ to ensure packed Showgrounds for visit of Bohemians

Sligo Rovers boss John Russell wants Bit O’Red fans to pack out The Showgrounds on Saturday for the final penultimate game when his side host Bohemians.

14/10 Anna McDaniel scores in Sligo Rovers’ final game having starred for Coolera-Strandhill earlier

Sligo Rovers finished a difficult 2024 League of Ireland Women’s Premier Division season with a 2-2 draw against Wexford, which saw the Bit O’Red unbeaten for the final four games of the year.

12/10 Popular Sligo market announces closure after four years

The popular Achonry Farmers Market will operate for the final this weekend, Coolaney Mullinabreena GAA club announced on social media on Thursday evening.

08/10 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: October 8-14

October is a busy month in Sligo, and there are no shortage of wonderful events taking place this week to keep you and your family entertained.

05/10 Two popular Sligo eateries announce plans to close this month

Two of Sligo’s most popular dining spots have announced their closures this week.

02/10 Tommy Hewitt leaves Sligo Rovers with two games remaining

Manager Tommy Hewitt has left Sligo Rovers Women’s side this week, The Sligo Champion understands.

01/10 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: October 2-8

With the evenings getting darker and the colder weather coming, why not cheer yourself up by popping along to one of the brilliant local events taking place in Sligo this week?

30/09 Sligo Rovers’ Wilson Waweru will miss remainder of the season, John Mahon could return

Sligo Rovers striker Wilson Waweru will miss the remainder of the season, manager John Russell confirmed after Friday night’s draw with Shelbourne in Tolka Park.

28/09 Sligo Rovers’ Under 20s suffer heart-breaking cup final defeat to UCD

Sligo Rovers Under 20s suffered a heart-breaking extra-time defeat to UCD in the final of the EA Sports Men’s Under 20 Enda McGuill Cup final on Saturday night at the UCD Bowl.

28/09 ‘They’re talking about curry cheese chips, got players’ names wrong’ – John Russell criticises TV coverage of Sligo Rovers

Sligo Rovers manager John Russell says some of the TV coverage of games involving his side this season has been ‘embarrassing’.

24/09 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: September 25-October 1

With live music, sport, comedy and theatre, there’s no shortage of fantastic events taking place in county Sligo this coming week.

23/09 Sligo Rovers bow out of FAI Cup at semi-final stage as Athlone Town just do enough

They pushed Athlone Town all the way, but Sligo Rovers were knocked out of the FAI Cup at the semi-final stage for a second consecutive year in front of a home crowd at The Showgrounds.

23/09 Ed McGinty ‘adding to his Sligo Rovers legacy’ as John Russell hails ‘incredible goalkeeper’

John Russell says the ‘incredible’ Ed McGinty is adding to his Sligo Rovers legacy with his current stint at the club, with an unbelievable save in the dying minutes on Saturday night helping to secure an important three points for the Bit O’Red.

23/09 Sligo Rovers’ annual draw breaks record again with over €130,000 raised

Sligo Rovers’ annual draw fundraiser has yet again reached a record total, with over €130,300 raised in ticket sales from €10 tickets.

22/09 Sligo Rovers sweat on Wilson Waweru fitness as striker could miss rest of the season

Sligo Rovers are sweating on the fitness of Wilson Waweru after the striker suffered an Achilles injury in Saturday night’s win over Dundalk.

20/09 Sligo Rovers boss John Russell ‘expecting a big reaction’ from Dundalk after difficult week for the club

Earlier this week, there was some doubt over whether this Saturday’s tie between Sligo Rovers and Dundalk would even go ahead.

17/09 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: September 18-24

It’s a busy time for arts and entertainment lovers in Sligo, in what is a busy time of the year.

16/09 Sligo’s Charlie McGarvey called up to Republic of Ireland squad

Sligo’s Charlie McGarvey has received a call up to the Republic of Ireland’s Under 15 team for a three game UEFA Development Tournament in Zagreb, Croatia from September 16-24.

06/09 Sligo Rovers to take on Celtic in mid-season friendly to honour the memory of late Tommie Gorman

Sligo Rovers will take on Glasgow Celtic in a mid-season friendly next month celebrating the close links between the two clubs.

05/09 Two Sligo Rovers games set to be televised in September

Two of Sligo Rovers’ remaining seven games will be shown live on TV as the League of Ireland Men’s Premier Division nears its conclusion.

05/09 Sligo Rovers honour club stalwarts as new club president and vice president appointed

Ray Gallagher was appointed Sligo Rovers Club President and Seamus Cummins Vice President at a ceremony in the Showgrounds on Saturday.

03/09 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: September 4-10

The school holidays might be over, but that’s doesn’t mean the fun has to stop.

27/08 Sligo Rovers to face Athlone Town in cup semi-final in repeat of 2023

Sligo Rovers will yet again take on Athlone Town at The Showgrounds in the semi-final of the Sports Direct Women’s FAI Cup.

26/08 John Russell issues apology to Sligo Rovers fans after ‘shocking performance and result’

Sligo Rovers manager John Russell sent a message to fans on Sunday after Friday night’s ‘shocking performance and result’ with the Bit O’Red losing 7-0 to Drogheda United.

22/08 Valley Rovers withdraw from Sligo Leitrim DSL for new season due to ‘lack of commitment’

Valley Rovers have announced that the club has been forced to withdraw from the upcoming Sligo Leitrim and District Soccer League campaign having struggled for numbers.

20/08 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: August 21-27

Enjoy the last of the summer weeks here in Sligo by getting along to one of the wonderful local events that take place across the next week.

17/08 Underweight orphaned seal pup that was rescued in Sligo making good progress

A common seal pup that was only a couple of days old when it was orphaned in Culleenamore in Strandhill, Co. Sligo is now gaining weight and doing well thanks to the help of Seal Rescue Ireland.

28/06 Sligo Rovers’ Will Fitzgerald on Tommie Gorman’s pre-season pep-talk: ‘When he came in and spoke to us, he commanded the room for 45 minutes’

Sligo Rovers’ Will Fitzgerald recalled the inspirational speech delivered to the Bit O’Red squad in pre-season by Tommie Gorman, who passed away earlier this week at the age of 68.

22/06 Sligo artist’s work to be featured in Connecting Artists programme

Sligo artists Bradley Farrell is set to showcase his artwork on a national level as part of the Connecting Artists 2024 programme.

18/06 Visiting restrictions in place on a number of wards at Sligo University Hospital due to outbreaks of Norovirus and COVID-19

Sligo University Hospital (SUH) has reintroduced visiting restrictions on a number of wards due to COVID-19 and Norovirus outbreaks on site this week.

18/06 Bit O’Relief for Sligo Rovers as mid-season break ‘is coming at a good time’

Sligo Rovers boss John Russell has admitted that the League of Ireland’s mid-season break has come at a good time for his side with so many players still missing through injury.

07/06 Sligo Performance Nutritionist Daniel Davey encourages men to look after their health with upcoming event

Sligo native and Performance Nutritionist Daniel Davey is encouraging men to look after their health and to not ignore any symptoms that they are concerned about.

04/06 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: June 5-11

With the summer holidays now in full flow for many people, why not take advantage and get out to some fantastic local events taking place this week.

03/06 Sligo’s Johnny Kenny included in Republic of Ireland Under 21 squad

Riverstown native Johnny Kenny has been rewarded for his impressive form this season as the 20-year-old has been named in the Republic of Ireland Under 21 squad for friendlies against Croatia and England.

31/05 Sligo athletes Lauren Cadden and Chris O’Donnell selected in Irish team for European Championships

Two Sligo athletes have been named in the Irish squad for the upcoming European Athletics Championships in Rome.

30/05 Sligo Rovers’ Down Syndrome team enjoy first training session

It was a momentous night for Sligo Rovers last Wednesday night with the first training session of the club’s newly formed club Down syndrome Futsal team.

28/05 The top things to do in Sligo this June Bank Holiday weekend

The June Bank Holiday weekend is here, and there’s plenty of exciting events taking place in Sligo over the course of the weekend.

17/05 Visit of delegation from Kempten ‘strengthens bond’ with Sligo

The bond between Sligo and Kempten in Germany continues after a delegation from Kempten recently visited Sligo, following the visit of 21 students.

16/05 John Russell issues injury update as Sligo Rovers still without several key players

Sligo Rovers look likely to be without a number of key players for at least another couple of weeks as John Russell is forced to continue planning without several starters.

15/05 Clean sheet and improved performance gives Sligo Rovers confidence, says Tommy Hewitt

Sligo Rovers manager Tommy Hewitt says Saturday’s scoreless draw at home to Bohemians will give his Bit O’Red side lots of confidence heading into their final group game of the Avenir Sports All-Island Cup.

30/04 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: May 1-7

The May Bank Holiday weekend is here, and locals are spoiled for choice with a jam packed week on the events calendar.

26/04 Drogheda United come from behind as Sligo Rovers suffer defeat

Drogheda United came from behind to beat Sligo Rovers at Weavers Park on Friday evening.

26/04 More acts announced for 2024 Sligo Live Festival

The line-up for the 2024 Sligo Live Festival is filling up with two more acts announced.

23/04 Gavin James among headliners for new free music festival in Sligo

Sligo is set come alive with music and culture this May bank holiday weekend with the new free Queen Maeve Festival running from May 3rd to May 5th.

19/04 Sligo Rovers held to a draw by Dundalk at The Showgrounds

Sligo Rovers were held to a draw by bottom side Dundalk at The Showgrounds on Friday night.

19/04 Sligo Rovers’ Daire Patton scores as Republic of Ireland Schools team beat Wales

Sligo Rovers’ and Summerhill College’s Daire Patton scored as the Republic of Ireland schools team were 3-0 winners over Wales in the SAFIB Centenary Shield Under 18 Boys’ International on Thursday night in Briton Ferry.

19/04 IKEA’s Plan and Order point opens in Sligo, the retailer’s first shop in the North West

IKEA has opened its first shop in the North West this week as the Plan and Order Point has opened in Sligo town.

19/04 John Russell would be ‘stupid’ not to try and extend goalkeeper Ed McGinty’s loan at Sligo Rovers

Sligo Rovers boss John Russell says he would be ‘stupid’ not to try and keep goalkeeper Ed McGinty at the club for the whole season with the Oxford loanee’s loan deal just running until the end of June.

16/04 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: April 17-23

As the evenings get longer and the weather (hopefully) starts to improve, the events calendar is also getting busier as we get ready for the busy summer season.

15/04 Tributes pour in for Sligo woman Vanessa Job who will be remembered for ‘warm smile’ and ‘wonderful spirit’

There was great sadness in Sligo this weekend following the passing of the much loved Vanessa Job.

12/04 Sligo Rovers second best as champions Shamrock Rovers reign supreme

Sligo Rovers suffered a second consecutive defeat as the Bit O’Red were beaten by a far superior Shamrock Rovers side at Tallaght Stadium on Friday night.

12/04 Sligo Rovers ‘ready’ for Treaty United test as Women’s Premier Division returns

Sligo Rovers striker Emma Doherty says the Bit O’Red will be ‘up for it’ when they travel to the Market’s Field on Saturday to take on Treaty in their next League of Ireland Women’s Premier Division outing.

11/04 Sligo Rovers boss John Russell on trip to Shamrock Rovers, Nando Pijnaker, Galway postponement and lack of recognition in national media

Sligo Rovers manager John Russell says his side were desperate to play Saturday’s postponed game against Galway United, in order to make up for losing to St Patrick’s Athletic the previous Monday.

11/04 Pictures from the celebrations as Aughanagh Celtic lift Sligo Pallets Premier League trophy

There were great celebratory scenes in Ballinafad last Friday evening as Aughanagh Celtic were handed the Sligo Pallets Premier League trophy having won the league, securing promotion to the Super League for next season.

10/04 Equipment failure left 1,500 ESB customers in Sligo without power on Monday night

An ‘equipment failure’ on the ESB network meant that 1,500 customers were left without power for a period of time in Sligo on Monday night.

09/04 Family and friends of late Sligo man Kevin Coleman launch fundraiser for Sarcoma Research and Awareness in his memory

A fundraising challenge in memory of a Riverstown man who passed away at the age of 30 has been launched, with participants climbing a peak in all four provinces of Ireland over two days.

09/04 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: April 10-16

It’s another busy week on the entertainment calendar in Sligo, with lots of local theatre, music and comedy taking place over the next week.

08/04 New date confirmed for Sligo Rovers’ home game against Galway United

Sligo Rovers’ postponed home game against Galway United in the SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division will now take place on Monday, April 22.

07/04 Tara Phillips the hero as Sligo’s Gurteen Celtic beat Mervue Utd to claim Connacht Women’s Shield

They needed extra-time to do it, but they did it – Gurteen Celtic won provincial silverware on Sunday afternoon as they beat Galway’s Mervue United to claim the Connacht Women’s Shield at a blustery Umbro Park in Milebush, Castlebar.

06/04 Storm Kathleen forces postponement of Sligo Rovers versus Galway United

Sligo Rovers’ SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division game against Galway United on Saturday evening has been postponed as a result of Storm Kathleen.

05/04 Sligo Rovers confirm Nando Pijnaker has sustained broken ribs

Sligo Rovers have confirmed that defender Nando Pijnaker has sustained broken ribs after he collided with Ed McGinty during Monday’s defeat to St Patrick’s Athletic.

04/04 Pictures show Sligo’s Pop Up Theatre’s production of ‘One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest’

Sligo Drama Group Pop Up Theatre wowed audiences over the weekend with their production of One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest which ran for three nights at Hawk’s Well Theatre.

30/03 Sligo Rovers move into second place in the table with win over Waterford

Sligo Rovers have moved into second place in the Premier Division after recording a 1-0 win over Waterford at the RSC on Friday evening, despite being reduced to ten men.

28/03 Sligo County Council warns road users of ‘significant delays’ on N15 due to roadworks

Sligo County Council has warned road users about the ‘significant delays’ on the N15 due to roadworks, with tailbacks of up to an hour reported on Thursday afternoon.

28/03 Sligo’s Keelan Kilrehill travels to Belgrade for World Cross Country Championships

Dromore West’s Keelan Kilrehill will this weekend be in action in Belgrade as he competes in the World Cross County Championships.

27/03 Sligo Rovers’ Emma Hansberry warns there’s no room for error this season

Sligo Rovers captain Emma Hsnberry says there’s no room for errors or slip-ups this season, as manager Tommy Hewitt has brought in so much talent.

26/03 Celtic Kickboxing titles for Sligo Mugendo members

Two of Sligo Mugendo’s up and coming members enjoyed a successful weekend of sport in Birmingham when they competed for the highly ranked Celtic title with competitors from Great Britain.

26/03 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: March 27-April 2

Easter is here, and with the children off school, there’s lots of fun events taking place over the next week to mark the school holidays and the bank holiday weekend.

19/03 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: March 20-26

Before we head into another Bank Holiday weekend, why not get out and enjoy some of the events Sligo and the North West has got to offer this week.

14/03 Pupils from two Sligo schools showcase their projects as ESB Science Blast

Pupils from two primary schools in Sligo travelled to Dublin to showcase their projects at the sixth annual ESB Science Blast.

14/03 Climbing Sligo’s Knocknarea every day for 28 days to raise funds for North West STOP

A local man is getting ready to climb Knocknarea everyday for 28 consecutive days to raise money for a local charity.

14/03 Pictures show the celebrations as Sligo’s Coola PPS claim All Ireland glory

Coola Post Primary School was celebrating last week as the girls under 17 soccer team won the FAI Schools Junior B National Cup.

12/03 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: March 13-19

The St Patrick’s Day bank holiday weekend is here, meaning there’s a whole host of brilliant events taking place this weekend in Sligo to mark St Patrick’s Day.

11/03 Showgrounds surface is ‘killing’ Sligo Rovers, says John Russell

John Russell says the Showgrounds pitch is ‘killing’ his Sligo Rovers side who are still looking for their first goal at home this season.

10/03 Sligo Rovers impress as champions Shamrock Rovers held to a scoreless draw

Sligo Rovers impressed in a scoreless draw with Shamrock Rovers at The Showgrounds on Saturday night, and in the end were disappointed to come away with just a point against the champions who are still looking for their first win of the season.

08/03 Sligo’s Coola PPS claim FAI Junior B Schools National Cup

First year student Aoibhin Doherty scored the winner as Riverstown’s Coola Post Primary School claimed the FAI Schools Junior B (under 17) National Cup title at Athlone Town Stadium on Friday afternoon.

08/03 St Patrick’s Day Festival in Sligo 2024: World premiere of ‘The North West Suite’ to be performed by over 100 musicians

A unique collaboration between the Ceol na nOg Traditional Orchestra and the Sligo Academy of Music Sinfonietta will see the world premiere of ‘The North West Suite’ performed by over 100 musicians at Sligo St Patrick’s Festival.

07/03 TD Frank Feighan vows to work tirelessly on behalf of Sligo Rovers to ensure funding application is dealt with ‘fairly and comprehensively’

Fine Gael TD for Sligo/Leitrim Frank Feighan has vowed to work ‘tirelessly’ on behalf of Sligo Rovers to ensure any application under the Large Scale Sports Infrastructure Fund is dealt with ‘fairly and comprehensively’.

07/03 Planning approved for West Sligo project that will transform the town

Sligo County Council has granted planning permission to the Enniscrone and District Community Development Company for the Reimagining of Enniscrone’s Cliff Walk Promenade, a project that will transform the way the town looks.

06/03 Sligo Rovers’ Ellis Chapman not getting carried away after hammering of Dundalk

Ellis Chapman hopes that Sligo Rovers can replicate Monday night’s performance against Dundalk as they take on the champions at The Showgrounds on Saturday night.

05/03 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: March 6-12

It’s a busy time of year, and the events calendar is jam-packed with brilliant events taking place this week in Sligo.

05/03 Five star Sligo Rovers stun Dundalk, winning first game of the season

Sligo Rovers made headlines on Monday night after an incredible 5-0 victory over Dundalk at Oriel Park, collecting their first win of the season on a dramatic night in County Louth.

04/03 Sligo sides Carbury and Cartron United exit Connacht Junior Cup

Both Carbury and Cartron United are out of the Connacht Junior Cup, suffering defeats to Mervue United and Castlebar Celtic respectively.

04/03 Queen Maeve Square set to host first events for Sligo St Patrick’s Day Festival

Queen Maeve Square in Sligo town will host its first live events this St Patrick’s Day as part of the Sligo St Patrick’s Day Festival.

04/03 Sligo photographer captures stunning photos of aurora borealis

Sligo photographer Ed Lee captured a number of incredible photos of the aurora borealis in Sligo on Sunday night.

02/03 John Russell taking the positives from Sligo Rovers’ defeat to Shelbourne

Sligo Rovers manager John Russell says there were lots of positives to take from the Bit O’Red’s first defeat of the season, despite the disappointing result on Friday night at The Showgrounds

01/03 Sligo County Council to adopt new waste management plan which aims to reduce waste and increase recycling

Sligo County Council will adopt adopt Ireland's first National Waste Management Plan for a Circular Economy which launched on Friday March 1 which looks at reducing waste and increasing recycling.

29/02 Sandy Kelly brings nationwide tour home to Hawk’s Well

Singer Sandy Kelly brings her ‘Leaving It All Behind’ tour to Sligo’s own Hawk’s Well Theatre next week as part of her nationwide tour of Ireland.

29/02 Sligo farmer wins environmental award at Irish Food Writers’ Guild Food Awards

Sligo farmer Clive Bright has been honoured at the 2024 Irish Food Writers’ Guild Food Awards with the Environmental Award.

28/02 Elaina Sugrue sets new Irish record as Surf livesaving club compete in Limerick

Elaina Sugrue set a new Irish record at the recent National Stillwater Championships in Limerick as Youth and Master members of Sligo Surf Lifesaving club took part in the competition at the University of Limerick pool on February 17-18.

27/02 John Russell pleased with Sligo Rovers’ effort against Derry City in game that ‘wasn’t a great spectacle’

John Russell was again taking the positives as Sligo Rovers drew 0-0 with Derry City at The Showgrounds on Saturday night.

27/02 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: February 28 – March 5

As we move on into March, the weekends are getting busy with a variety of events taking place.

26/02 Showgrounds stalemate as Sligo Rovers hold Derry City to scoreless draw at The Showgrounds

Sligo Rovers held league hopefuls Derry City to a scoreless draw at The Showgrounds on Saturday night in front of a full house at the Bit O’Red’s home.

26/02 Sligo’s Coola PPS reach All Ireland final after comprehensive win over Pobalscoil Ghaoth Dobhair

Sligo school Coola PPS are through to the FAI Schools Junior ‘B’ Girls National Cup final (Under 17, Small Schools) after a comprehensive semi-final victory over Pobalscoil Ghaoth Dobhair on Friday afternoon last (February 23) in Monaghan United FC, Gortakeegan.

22/02 Sligo Whiplash Metalfest finds a new venue for 2024 following closure of Anderson’s

Sligo Whiplash Metalfest will go ahead in 2024 after organisers found a new venue following the sudden closure of Anderson’s Grill and Bar.

22/02 Sligo AC’s Lauren Cadden named on Irish team for World Indoor Championships

Sligo Athlete Lauren Cadden has been named on the Irish team for the upcoming World Indoor Championships.

21/02 Reaching three finals at World Championships ‘is progress’ for Sligo swimmer Mona McSharry

Sligo swimmer Mona McSharry says reaching three finals at the World Aquatics Championships in Doha 'is definitely progress' despite the fact she 'expected a little bit more' coming into the event.

20/02 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: February 21-27

There’s lots of fun and exciting events taking place in Sligo over the next week, from comedy and music to football and theatre.

20/02 Sligo Rovers fans have ‘got to be excited’ after Bit O’Red’s performance against Bohemians, says John Russell

John Russell says Sligo Rovers fans must be excited about the season ahead after they saw his side’s performance against Bohemians on the opening day of the 2024 SSE Airtricity League of Ireland Men’s Premier Division campaign.

17/02 Celebrations as Sligo swimmers collect medals at Sliabh Beagh Masters Gala

Swimmers from the County Sligo Swim Club Masters were celebrating after a successful trip to Monaghan for the Sliabh Beagh Masters Gala on Saturday February 3.

16/02 Sligo’s Water Safety branch continuing their hard work

Water Safety Ireland Sligo have been very active over the winter months.

16/02 North Sligo AC’s Eamon Murphy adds cross country individual silver medal to his collection

Eamon Murphy continues winning medals after a great run in the national masters cross country which was held in Dundalk on Sunday last.

15/02 Sligo’s Mona McSharry through to semi-final of 200m Breaststroke after final disappointment on Tuesday

Sligo swimmer Mona McSharry will this evening (Thursday) compete in the Women’s 200m Breaststroke Final at the World Aquatics Championships in Doha.

15/02 Almost 200 compete in Sligo Chess tournament as event continues to grow

Over 190 players competed in the recent Sligo Chess Tournament held in Enniscrone.

15/02 Collooney’s Simon is Sligo’s Sports Volunteer of the Year

Collooney Handball’s Simon Cavanagh has been selected as the Sports Volunteer of the year for Sligo at the annual Volunteers in Sports Awards (VISAs) run by the Federation of Irish Sports in association with the Local Sports and Recreation Partnerships around Ireland.

14/02 Fury as Sligo beauty spot blighted by dumping of oil barrels

Concern has been expressed at the environmental impact of an incident of illegal dumping in the scenic Ladies Brae over the weekend.

13/02 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: February 14-20

There's a lot happening in Sligo this week, with the return of the ever successful comedy festival along with live music, and art exhibitions taking place.

13/02 ‘Honour’ for Niall Morahan to be handed Sligo Rovers captaincy for 2024

Niall Morahan says it’s a ‘massive honour’ to be made Sligo Rovers captain ahead of the 2024 League of Ireland Men’s Premier Division season.

12/02 Sligo’s Richard Howley stars as Irish show jumping team finish runners-up in opening leg of League of Nations series

Sligo’s Richard Howley was the star for the Irish Show Jumping team after jumping a double clear round as they finished as runners-up in Sunday's opening leg of the new Longines League of Nations series at Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates.

07/02 Sligo GAA and LGFA clubs receive over €23,000 each from JP McManus donation

GAA and LGFA clubs in Sligo have received over €23,000 each thanks to the donation of €1million to each county board by the JP McManus Charitable Foundation.

07/02 Pictures show all the glamour as Coolera/Strandhill honour victorious teams at Sligo Park Hotel

Coolera/Strandhill GAA Club honoured their senior men, junior women and minor girls teams at their dinner dance which took place in the Sligo Park Hotel this weekend.

07/02 Sligo’s Saoirse Higgins set to dazzle in prestigious Millrose Games this weekend

Saoirse Higgins will be the fastest feet representative for the prestigious Millrose Games on February 11th at the Armory in uptown New York City.

06/02 New equipment at Sligo swimming pool means people like Sam Forde can keep doing what they love

A full body workout, improved well-being, feeling calm and relaxed; these are all benefits associated with swimming, and some of the reasons why millions of people all over the world love to swim.

06/02 Zoe McGlynn makes Sligo Rovers switch while Ciara Henry re-signs

Tommy Hewitt’s Sligo Rovers side is filling up for the 2024 League of Ireland Women’s Premier Division as two further signings were announced last week.

06/02 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: February 7-13

If you’re looking for something to keep you and yours occupied this week, there are plenty of brilliant events taking place in the region.

02/02 Ollie Denham hopes Sligo Rovers loan spell can put defender back in contention for international duty

Sligo Rovers’ latest loan signing Ollie Denham hopes that his spell with the Bit O'Red can catch the attention of the Welsh underage national teams and see the defender return to international football.

01/02 Orlaith Scanlon scores a hat-trick again as Coola PPS win Connacht title for second year-in-a-row

Orlaith Scanlon impressively scored a hat-trick in the Under 17 Connacht B schools final for a second consecutive year as her school Coola PPS claimed Connacht glory for a second year in a row.

30/01 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: January 31-February 6

The first Bank Holiday weekend of the year is approaching, and there’s lot happening around the county over the weekend.

29/01 Fundraiser underway to help Sligo Mum recently diagnosed with Motor Neuron Disease

Fundraising is underway for a Sligo Mum who has recently been diagnosed with Motor Neuron Disease.

29/01 Season launch gives a taste of what’s to come at Sligo’s Hawk’s Well Theatre

An excited audience were treated to a taste of the upcoming season at Hawk’s Well Theatre last Wednesday evening at their Season Launch Evening.

26/01 How one Sligo woman is inspiring young basketball players at home in the Philippines

After noticing that teenagers in her home village in the Philippines couldn’t participate in basketball competitions due to a lack of funds, Sligo woman Kara O’Connell (née Dumlao) stepped in to ensure that they wouldn’t miss out, inspiring a generation of hopeful basketball players in her community.

25/01 Yvonne Hedigan believes Sligo Rovers will be a dark horse this season as defender signs for hometown club

Defender Yvonne Hedigan believes that Sligo Rovers will be a dark horse this season as the Sligo native has signed for her hometown club ahead of the 2024 League of Ireland Women’s Premier Division season.

23/01 Sligo native Johnny Kenny extends loan deal at Shamrock Rovers as Hoops agree terms with Celtic

Riverstown native Johnny Kenny will spend the 2024 season on loan with the league champions Shamrock Rovers after the Hoops agreed terms with his parent club Celtic.

23/01 The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: January 24-30

After a week of inclement weather forcing people indoors, why not get out and about to some of the exciting events taking place in Sligo this week.

22/01 Sligo’s Daire Patton captains Irish schools team, Kyle McDonagh also starts in defeat to Australia

Summerhill College’s Daire Patton captained the Republic of Ireland Under 18 schools team in a friendly defeat to Australia on Saturday.

22/01 Pictures show the aftermath of Storm Isha in Sligo as clean-up is underway

Storm Isha caused serious damage as it hit Sligo on Sunday evening, with gusts of 140km/h recorded at Sligo Airport.

21/01 Difficult road conditions in Sligo as Storm Isha approaches, with several roads blocked by fallen trees

A number of roads in Sligo are blocked by fallen trees on Sunday afternoon as Storm Isha approaches.

19/01 Sligo filmmaker’s short documentary accepted into Chicago Irish Film Festival

An experimental short documentary by Sligo filmmaker Vincent Monahan has been accepted into the 24th Chicago Irish Film Festival.

19/01 Goalkeeper Amber Hardy remains at Sligo Rovers for 2024 season

Goalkeeper Amber Hardy will be at Sligo Rovers again in 2024.

19/01 Sligo’s Summerhill College see off CBS Thurles to win All-Ireland Under 16B Boys Schools Cup

Summerhill College weathered a second-quarter wobble to see off CBS Thurles 33-26 and lift the 2023/24 All-Ireland Under 16B Boys Schools Cup in the National Basketball Arena on Wednesday.

19/01 An Garda Síochána to host open recruitment day in Sligo

An Garda Síochána Sligo are hosting a recruitment Open Day this Wednesday, January 24 from 4pm to 8pm in the Glasshouse Hotel, Sligo.

19/01 A number of schools stay closed in Sligo on Friday after further low temperatures

A number of schools in Sligo remain closed on Friday after further low temperatures on Thursday night and Friday morning.

18/01 Sligo Chess Club teams finish first and fourth in junior competition

Sligo Chess Club Junior teams finished in first and fourth place at a prestigious competition in Dublin last weekend.

18/01 A number of Sligo schools closed, roads ‘treacherous’ as cold snap continues

A number of schools across Sligo will remain closed on Thursday, while Sligo County Council has warned the public that roads across the county as ‘treacherous’ following below freezing temperatures and further snow.

15/01 Kelsey Munroe always knew she would return to Sligo Rovers having played for club’s first women’s under 17 team

Sligo Rovers’ latest signing Kelsey Munroe says she always knew she would return to the club having played for the Bit O’Red’s first ever women’s Under 17s side in 2018.

15/01 How Emma Hansberry helped bring ‘league’s most under-rated player’ Muireann Devaney to Sligo Rovers

Sligo Rovers women’s boss Tommy Hewitt has revealed that captain Emma Hansberry played a huge part in attracting Muireann Devaney to the club.

29/12 John Russell confirms Luke McNicholas’ loan deal to Wrexham from Sligo Rovers will be made permanent

Luke McNicholas’ loan deal at Wrexham AFC will be made permanent in the coming weeks, Sligo Rovers boss John Russell confirmed on Friday.

29/12 Sligo Rovers manager John Russell believes Connor Malley is a ‘marquee signing’

Sligo Rovers boss John Russell has hailed the signing of midfielder Connor Malley as a ‘marquee signing’ as his squad nears completion.

11/12 John Russell backs Will Fitzgerald to take his game to another level as winger commits to Sligo Rovers

Sligo Rovers boss John Russell says winger Will Fitzgerald is the type of character he wants at the club, and has backed the 24-year-old to take his game to the next level in 2024.

05/12 Niall Morahan relishing opportunity to take on leadership role with Sligo Rovers

Niall Morahan says the prospect of being a senior figure in the Sligo Rovers squad for the 2024 season is something that really excites him.

04/12 Sligo side Carbury’s reign as Connacht Champions League Cup holders comes to an end as Salthill Devon prove to be too strong

Carbury’s reign as Connacht Champions Cup winners is over after the Sligo town side were beaten 4-1 by Salthill Devon at Solar 21 Park on Sunday afternoon.

10/11 David Cawley announces Sligo Rovers departure: ‘I feel I still had more to give’

The clear-out at Sligo Rovers continues as captain David Cawley announced on social media on Friday night that he has played his last game for the club.

03/11 Sligo Rovers finish dismal season on a sour note with defeat to Shamrock Rovers

Sligo Rovers’ dreadful season ended on a sour note with a 4-2 defeat to champions Shamrock Rovers on Friday night at Tallaght Stadium.

30/10 Sligo Rovers confirm safety with drab draw at home to Drogheda

Sligo Rovers confirmed their safety in the Premier Division as they picked up a point at home to Drogheda United in their final home game of the season on Saturday night.

30/10 Sligo Rovers announce partnership with Rio Ferdinand Foundation

Sligo Rovers have announced a partnership with The Rio Ferdinand Foundation through the International Fund for Ireland Beyond the Ball Project.

27/10 Steve Feeney ‘proud’ to have managed Sligo Rovers’ first senior women’s team as he steps away

Steve Feeney says he is very proud to have managed Sligo Rovers’ first senior women’s team as the club announced on Friday morning that he will step down from his role at the end of the season due to work and family reasons.

23/10 Another disappointing night as Sligo Rovers lose again

Sligo Rovers picked up a second defeat in four days as they were beaten again on Monday night, this time losing to St Patrick’s Athletic.

16/10 Sligo Rovers’ cup dream dashed by dominant Athlone Town in historic Women’s FAI Cup semi-final

A far superior Athlone Town side inflicted a heavy defeat on Sligo Rovers in the semi-final of the Sports Direct Women’s FAI Cup at The Showgrounds on Saturday evening.

05/10 Republic of Ireland Under 21 call-up for Sligo’s Johnny Kenny

Riverstown native Johnny Kenny has been named in the Republic of Ireland Under 21 squad for the UEFA European Under-21 Championship Qualifier against Latvia in Riga next week.

02/10 Andy Kilcullen hits 15 points as Easkey win fourth Sligo Senior Hurling Championship in-a-row

Easkey 0-22 Naomh Eoin 1-15

29/09 Sligo Rovers’ good run of form comes to an end as Bit O’Red lose to Bohemians

Sligo Rovers’ winning run came to an end on Friday night at Dalymount Park as the Bit O’Red were beaten 3-1 by Bohemians.

26/09 Dates and venues confirmed for Sligo’s Senior, Intermediate and Junior Football Championship semi-finals

After what was a dramatic weekend in the county’s Senior, Intermediate and Junior Football Championships, details have now been confirmed for the semi-finals.

17/08 Sligo Rovers manager Steve Feeney itching to get back to competitive action after lengthy break

Ten weeks since they last lined out for a league game, Sligo Rovers are back in League of Ireland Women’s Premier Division action this weekend after what was a lengthy break.

03/08 Blow for Sligo Rovers as Max Mata departs for Shrewsbury

The news that no Sligo Rovers fan wanted to be true, that Max Mata was headed for a move away from The Showgrounds to Shrewsbury, was confirmed on Thursday afternoon.

01/08 Sligo minor captain Laura Foley says side ‘want to do it for the county’ ahead of All Ireland final

Sligo Minor captain Laura Foley says she and her team-mates want to ‘do it for the county’ as they prepare for Saturday’s ZuCar All Ireland Ladies Minor B final against Kerry in Nenagh.

31/07 Sligo Rovers boosted by return of Fabrice Hartmann on loan from RB Leipzig, Will Fitzgerald out for rest of season

With Sligo Rovers manager John Russell confirming on Friday night that winger Will Fitzgerald will miss the rest of the season, there was welcome news on Saturday as the club confirmed that German winger Fabrice Hartmann will return on a loan deal that will run until June 30th 2024.

28/07 Sligo Rovers squander a two goal lead as Drogheda come from behind to draw

Sligo Rovers squandered a two goal lead at Weavers Park on Friday night as Drogheda United came from behind to draw.

24/07 Sligo’s Mona McSharry becomes first Irish female swimmer in 29 years to reach world long course final

Grange native Mona McSharry is through to the 100m Breaststroke Final following another Olympic Qualification Time (OQT) swim at the World Aquatics Championships in Fukuoka, Japan.

13/07 Emmy Award nomination for Sligo native Dearbhla Walsh

Tubbercurry native Dearbhla Walsh has been nominated for an Emmy Award.

13/07 Sligo well represented on Irish lacrosse team

Sligo was well represented as the Irish men’s senior lacrosse team finished 12th at the San Diego World Championships.

11/07 Sligo Leitrim and District Soccer League considering new format that would see league extend to three tiers in 2024/2025

The upcoming Sligo Leitrim and District Soccer League format may face some changes this season, as the organising committee consider extending the league to three tiers for the 2024/25 season.

07/07 Sligo Rovers suffer heartbreak in additional time as Derry score late penalty to win

A late, late Will Patching penalty broke Sligo Rovers’ hearts at the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium on Friday night, as the Bit O’Red were undone at the death.

04/07 Sligo Rovers ‘back to what we’re about’ says manager John Russell after win over Bohemians

Sligo Rovers manager John Russell says his side won’t be getting carried away after Friday’s win over Bohemians, a game in which he says his side got ‘back to what we’re about’.

27/06 Sligo Rovers announce friendly with Celtic’s ‘B’ team

Sligo Rovers will take on Celtic’s ‘B’ team in a mid-season friendly at The Showgrounds on Tuesday, July 11th at 7pm.