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Sligo is an affordable county and everything from beaches, mountains and urban life is almost within touching distance. Expect exciting job opportunities, quality educational institutions and unlimited recreational activities.
Invest
With easily accessible transport links by air, sea, road and rail, highly skilled talent and an appealing employee work-life balance, Sligo is an attractive proposition for companies looking to relocate or expand.
Visit
From a wild coastline perfect for surfing and water sports to dramatic landscapes ideal for escaping into nature – Sligo has it all. Enjoy our modern and vibrant culture and explore our prehistoric history before dining on the finest local produce.
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What’s On in Sligo
Sligo Stories
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We are delighted to showcase some fantastic Christmas gift ideas for Sligo lovers! Our local tourism businesses and experiences have provided information on their Christmas gift...
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Sligo is set to take centre stage at Ireland’s largest tourism exhibition, the Holiday World Show 2025 at the RDS in Dublin this coming January,...
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The Gran Fondo World Series is coming to Ireland for the first time ever. This event will be coming to Sligo on the beautiful west...
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Sligo County Council is proud to announce the launch of its Disability Inclusion and Access Strategy 2024-2027 which was adopted by members of Sligo County...
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The new Queen Maeve Festival is taking place on May 3rd, 4th and 5th 2024 and celebrates the official opening of Queen Maeve Square in...
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Sligo St. Patrick's Festival presents two days and nights of live music in Queens Maeve's Square in Sligo Town this weekend, 16th- 17th March.
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The VISIT Sligo campaign to promote Sligo as a world class place to visit, meets Aidan Doyle (Dream Links Golf in Rosses Point) & William...
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Sligo is known around the world as ‘Yeats Country’, a reference to the strong connections with the highly artistic Yeats family, particularly Nobel Prize winning...
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Sligo punches way above its weight in terms of archaeology and history. The county has a rich, varied and engaging heritage ranging from the long...
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The VISIT Sligo series meets Gaby Wieland, Neantóg Kitchen Garden School; Christine O’Hara, Coopershill House; and Michelle Howley, Pink Clover Café. Sligo has a deep rooted...
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The Visit Sligo stand at the Holiday World Show in Dublin this January left a lasting impression on attendees, showcasing the beauty and unique attractions...
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Visit Sligo at the Holiday World Show in RDS Dublin this weekend Friday 26th to Sunday 28th January. Our stand at U3/U4 showcases everything that’s best...
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The Sligo: Live Green Invest Smart Visit Sustainably Newsletter looks back on 2023 and highlights some of the positive Sligo news stories from the year....
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The Sligo Business Network held a reception to celebrate Yeats Day at the Irish Embassy in London on Tuesday 13th June. The following is from SBN...
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Sligo has just completed and launched its second Local Economic and Community Plan for Sligo, entitled Sligo 2030 Strategy One Voice Once Vision.
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Sligo has long been known as Yeats Country as the poet WB Yeats, though born in Dublin, was greatly inspired by the county. His mother Susan...
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We can’t wait to tell everyone about the rich culture and beauty of Sligo! Don’t miss the ‘Visit Sligo’ stand at the Holiday World Show,...
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An exciting new marketing campaign aimed at promoting Sligo as a world class place to visit all-year round was launched by the Cathaoirleach of Sligo...
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Look Local, Look Sligo with Sligo Food Trail this Christmas Sligo Food Trail is spearheading the Look Local, Look Sligo campaign aimed at supporting local businesses...
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An Chroí Digital Hub offers top-notch remote working spaces, meeting areas, podcast equipment, training and more. In the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic, digital hubs...
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Spanish Armada Ireland walks in Francisco De Cuéllar’s footsteps to educate Ireland. The history of the Spanish Armada is well documented, but not many know...
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Sligo Heritage and Genealogy Centre are working hard to help people from around the world connect with their roots. Passionate about connecting people with their...
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The Benwiskin Centre enhances the local environment while providing for the community. Self-accommodation, social gatherings, and more at the Benwiskin Centre Since 2000, the Benwiskin...
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Explore the rich history of Moygara Castle, Co. Sligo in the company of landowner PJ O’Neill and Dr. Kieran O’Conor, Senior Lecturer, School of Geography,...
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Trailstone Group, a global energy and technology company, announced today that it plans to open a new office location in Sligo, Ireland, creating up to...
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A new video promoting investment in Sligo launched on Wednesday 29th June on Sligo.ie. The video is called, “Why not make Sligo yours?” and is...
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Restoration of Demesne, Capacity Expansion, and Creation of Irish Whiskey Homeplace in Future Plans Hazelwood Demesne Limited, owner of the Lough Gill Distillery, on the shores...
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Award of grants for a wide range of archaeological heritage projects under the department’s 2022 Community Monuments Fund.
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An elegant and beautifully designed publication The Book of Sligo is a completely unique celebration of one county. The book draws upon ancient Civic Parish...
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Micro-mobility operator Bolt has launched a 100 e-bike rental service in Sligo as part of its €5m commitment to roll out e-bike operations across Irish...
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The Sligo. Brand promoting living, investing and visiting Sligo, identifies and values the Sligo Diaspora as having an enormous contribution to make to the social,...
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Sligo’s U20 footballers came from behind with time up to secure a spectacular victory and the county’s first ever Connacht U20 championship in an intense...
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Amcor, a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions, today announced an investment to establish new thermoforming capabilities for medical packaging in its...
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A new suite of digital content promoting Sligo as a world class place to live, invest and visit has been unveiled at Ireland West Airport...
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PreviousNext123 The Atlantic Technological University (Ollscoil Teichneolaíochta an Atlantaigh) was launched on Monday, April 04, 2022 by the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation...
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ON Monday 21st February 2022 Minister of State Pippa Hackett turned the sod and planted the first tree for the development of the Cloonamahon Native...
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SLIGO COUNTY COUNCIL, in conjunction with the Sligo Economic Forum, the community, business and tourism interests, is leading out on a renewed collaborative campaign to...
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Discover world-class adventure, great open spaces, stunning beaches, walking trails and much more in Co. Sligo along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way…
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Advantio, a Cybersecurity provider specialising in Professional Services, Managed Security Solutions and SaaS security and compliance solutions, has announced the establishment of its European Cybersecurity...
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The Sligo Healthy Schools Programme is a programme developed by the Sligo Local Community Development Committee (LCDC) via their Healthy Sligo Programme and is a...
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Yeats Unwrapped in Sligo | Get close to WB Yeats in Sligo In July 2021, The Yeats Society Sligo launched their new mobile app ‘Yeats Unwrapped’, a...
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New N4 road significant milestone for Sligo and the North West Today An Taoiseach Micheál Martin, T.D. will officially open the new N4 Collooney to Castlebaldwin...
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In 2020, Sligo County Council secured RRDF funding to prepare the first stage of a new public realm scheme for the villages of Rosses Point...
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Locations along Ireland’s wild Atlantic coast have been deemed the best spots for remote working according to a number of work-life factors
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Fancy yourself another getaway? Why not make it Sligo? A hub of nature, thrills, and exciting culture, the county has been the site of many...
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Engineers Ireland has recently approved IT Sligo’s Masters in Engineering (MEng) in Road and Transport Engineering for full accreditation to chartered engineer level for graduates...
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Ah, Sligo. So small yet so full of stuff to do. Take Sligo town, its shopfronts and stone bridges and stunning new architecture carefully laid...
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The possibility offered by a move to the west of Ireland is set to be the basis of a new series to be broadcast on...
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Introduction to Sligo 2030 One Voice One Vision. Sligo is on the cusp of major transformation and we need your help. Sligo County Council, working in partnership...
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The Western Development Commission (WDC) has invested €500,000 in Nektr Technologies, the Sligo-based biotech company developing an anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-viral synthetic compound with far-reaching...
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“When it comes to learning new technologies, having the space to explore and play around is very important. With the solution we’ve put in place,...
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AT Management, a dynamic and fast-growing revenue generation business today announced plans to establish a Sales & Marketing Contact Centre in Sligo, creating 40 jobs...
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SL Controls announces the creation of 50 new highly-skilled jobs as we continue to expand and grow. The jobs will bring our total workforce to...
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The new N4 Type 2 Dual Carriageway that is currently under construction between Collooney and Castlebaldwin will be one of the most significant road projects...
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West is Best: The Western Development Commission Family Guide to Moving West: childcare, rent, jobs, getting around, what to do first
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Re–Imagining Our Town – RIOT: Four internationally curated conversations probing the role of culture in the development and regeneration of small cities. Join the pre-conference...
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Researchers discover that 20 people died after ‘butter boat’ got into difficulty in stormy weather
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The “Europe In My Region” initiative is a collaboration between the European Union and the North West Region of Ireland, which highlights unique places and...
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Paying Musical Homage To A Sligo Great And Linking With The Sligo Diaspora A programme on the music of fiddle player James ‘Lad’ O’Beirne has been...
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We are delighted that the Western Development Commission have chosen Sligo as the initial pilot to launch a brand-new online platform which will host high...
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US online retail company Overstock has announced plans to establish a new tech team at its European headquarters in Sligo. The business, led out of...
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N4-N15 Urban Improvement Scheme The total scheme cost is €14 million and it is anticipated that works will be substantially completed by Q2 2021. The scheme...
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Sligo County Council re-imagines the Wine Street Car Park Sligo County Council has asked design consultants Building Design Partnership to re-imagine the Wine Street Car Park...
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Eliatra, an IT Services and Solutions company that is focused on big data, cloud services and security has announced that it has chosen Sligo to...
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€5.7m under the HEA Technological University Transformation Fund (TUTF) as the Connacht-Ulster Alliance works to become a Technological University for the West and North-West of...
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Sligo seduces with its stunning Wild Atlantic Way scenery, surf and setting nestled beneath the beauty of Ben Bulben and Knocknarea.
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This is more than just a place. It’s’ a way of life. This is where Culture and community thrives. Where Creative Energy sparks Entrepreneurial spirit. If...
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The Institute of Technology Sligo has been ranked in the top five best performing universities in Ireland by U-Multirank, out-scoring larger universities including Trinity and...
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SLIGO IS OPEN – that’s the new message from Sligo Tourism this summer as the tourist season is reignited this month with hotels, restaurants and...
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As businesses across all sectors turn their attention to a gradual reopening of services, Sligo County Council have teamed up with the Sligo Economic Forum...
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Sligo Food Trail has released the first in a new video series, celebrating Sligo’s local cafés and restaurants.
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The latest video campaign from Sligo Tourism is set to inspire new family adventures exploring ancient castle ruins, chasing through enchanted forests and swimming in...
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The IPI received 56 entries across 7 categories for the Awards. The Institute were extremely impressed with the calibre of applications this year and selected...
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'There's something magical about that mountain,' Pól Ó Conghaile discovers on a walk near Strandhill, Co Sligo
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The North West of Ireland is the best part of the country for engineers to achieve their full potential and get the right work-life balance.
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Quest Sligo is the latest and most exciting event to be added to the Quest series of adventure races.
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Strandhill Community Development Association in County Sligo was today honoured as the Irish winner of the 2019 EDEN (European Destination of Excellence) Award. The prestigious...
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A father and two sons were among the 1700 students from IT Sligo who attended their graduation this week. This is the largest number...
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Strand Campus the newly rebranded Technology Park aims to become an international digital gaming development hub, further enhancing ‘Silicon Sligo’s growing reputation as a destination...
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Sligo is becoming a booming hotspot for foodies. There’s a tonne of amazing spots to excite, entice and surprise the senses.
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Minister of State at the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment, Seán Canney TD, this morning...
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A new cultural plaza and tourism campaign place Sligo 'on the cusp of something very positive,' reports Pól Ó Conghaile
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Fáilte Ireland today announced the four Irish finalists of this year’s EDEN (European Destination of Excellence) competition to find the destination in Ireland which provides...
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Sligo County Council has teamed up with business, investment and community stakeholders in the county to showcase what Sligo has to offer those who opt...
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E-commerce and technology leader Overstock.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:OSTK) has opened its new European base in the IDA’s flagship North West business park in Sligo, and revealed...
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Sometimes you need to find a place that feels removed from everyone else for a weekend of R&R and solitude.
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“I had thought I needed to stay in Dublin in order to progress my career but moving to Sligo has actually helped advance it further."
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A German film crew spent last week in Ireland on a photo and film shoot of the Wild Atlantic Way with Felix Wiemers, one of...
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Frankli is a Sligo-based start-up that believes it has cracked the often elusive goal of employee engagement, particularly where geographically dispersed teams are concerned.
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“I’m originally from New Jersey in the US and I spent about six months working with LiveTiles in New York City before relocating to Sligo....
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US tech firm Overstock wants to lay a blueprint for companies hiring outside of Dublin and de-risk the regions to be more feasible bases for...
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Former Head Chef Alan Barrins of Richard Corrigan's infamous restaurant - Corrigan's of Mayfair, has returned to Ireland after 15 years to his native Sligo...
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The Minister for Education and Skills Joe McHugh T.D. and the Minister of State for Higher Education Mary Mitchell O’Connor T.D. today announced almost €6.6...
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"We have never looked back since relocating home to Sligo where I have a challenging HR career, lovely lifestyle, and a good work-life balance."
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Collaborative workspace provides both bliss of modern offices and thrill of Sligo adventure.
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"Our family always wanted to move to the North West to enjoy a more relaxed lifestyle. Abbott provides a great opportunity to develop and build...
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Well known German electronics company Panasonic together with, Globetrotter and SchwarzWeiB magazines are spending this week in Ireland on a photo shoot as part of...
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Gaby and Hans Wieland of Sligo Food Tours have announced the launch of a vegan take on their tours, starting this autumn.
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A Sligo woman is building on the proud tradition of Irish farmhouse accommodation, with plans for expanding the enterprise established by her parents as she...
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The west of Ireland isn’t always renowned for its climate but somehow that doesn’t seem to matter in Sligo with its glorious, sandy beaches one...
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Find our why Dave Duke from iRadio thinks Sligo is criminally underrated!
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In order to boost career opportunities in the north-west, 12 companies are collaborating to make a "tech cluster". Tech North West will bring tech companies,...
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Sligo has been selected as this year’s Digital Town. Pioneered and led by IE Domain Registry, the Digital Town initiative seeks to highlight the economic,...
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The summer holidays are drawing to a close making this a perfect time to explore new career opportunities and job vacancies in the MedTech sector....
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Ward Automation has been nominated for another prestigious award. It has been shortlisted in the Innovative Robotics Solution category at the PPMA Group Industry Awards.
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A burger joint hits the fast-food sweet spot. Plus Stoked, Strandhill: A bonus dinner of lovingly made small plates.
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As you get ready to take the next step to third level education we’d like to highlight 10 great reasons why you should go to...
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People are relocating from all around Europe to attend a school in Sligo where students have complete independence to decide their own education. The Sudbury...
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Enhanced pedestrian walkways, high-quality public lighting, attractive landscaping and the elimination of ‘ad-hoc’ parking will be welcome developments for Sligo’s busiest shopping district. With work...
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Sligo Food Trail members continued their winning ways at the Irish Hotel Awards last week in the Galmont Hotel, Galway. The Radisson Blu triumphed in...
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Sligo Live has announced the first acts to play the biggest and best Festival in its 15 year history. Next October features top Irish and...
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If there’s one way to improve on a good walk, it’s to follow it up with a good lunch, and now Sligo can offer you...
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Back by popular demand, the Hagstravaganza International Brewery Festival at the White Hag Ballymote will take place this year on the 26th and 27th of...
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Forget far-flung places, Europe is the unequivocal holiday destination of choice for the Vogue editors this year.
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Sligo is one of the most stunning counties in Ireland.
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Sligo is an ideal destination to include on any Ireland travel itinerary or tours in Ireland. Here are recommendations of things to do in Sligo,...
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It has a wealth of natural wonders such as Benbulbin and Mullaghmore, a wealth of history and mythology and now most recently, it’s become a...
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Discover a new walk for the weekend on the Cliffs of Annacuna near BenBulben.
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Sligo is often overlooked as a holiday destination but as soon as you set foot in this beautiful county, you will see why the poet...
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If you’re looking for an unforgettable coastal break, Sligo’s 110km of Wild Atlantic Way Surf Coast attractions - from stunning Strandhill Beach to Rosses Point...
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‘The range and scale of investment coming into Sligo is unprecedented’. That’s according to Ciarán Hayes, Chief Executive of Sligo County Council as he detailed...
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"My girlfriend and I are paying €750 a month for a three-bed duplex apartment just a 10-minute drive from Sligo town, while our friends are...
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IDA Ireland, in partnership with IT Sligo and Sligo County Council, have officially opened a new fast landing property solution. The establishment of IDA Ireland’s...
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Newly published research carried out by RedC Research, Ireland’s premier provider of research-based consultancy services in Ireland, has highlighted the critically important role the airport...
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The Minister for Education and Skills Joe McHugh T.D. and the Minister of State for Higher Education Mary Mitchell O’Connor T.D. today announced a €13.7m...
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A software business from Sligo is this year’s winner of the Sligo Enterprise Award for 2019. Edel Moran of Champ Cloud Ltd. took the top...
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New Jersey-headquartered animal health company Phibro Animal Health Corporation (PAHC) has announced plans to establish a biotech facility at the IDA Finisklin Business Park in...
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Over two hundred jobs are to be created in Sligo as GW Plastics plans to expand its operations there.
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Case study on Storylab, a PR and Content Agency in Sligo, about opening up an office in the West of Ireland and the unique opportunities...
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ASG will establish at IT Sligo Campus Innovation Centre during the initial start-up phase.
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Keith Moran, Managing Director of SL Controls speaks to Pat Kenny Show on the benefits of living and working in Sligo.
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LiveTiles’ Elaine Murphy on riding the wave of digital transformation and why more people should be looking west for talent.
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The number of vacant jobs in counties situated along the Wild Atlantic Way has increased this year, according to the latest report from Irishjobs.ie.
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This very special exhibition celebrates 60 years of The Niland collection and features works by Jack Butler Yeats, Paul Henry, Norah McGuinness, Sean McSweeney, Dorothy...
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Apprenticeship is a programme of structured education and training which formally combines and alternates learning in the workplace with learning in an education and training...
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The Minister of State for Higher Education, Mary Mitchell O’Conner T.D., has officially launched IT Sligo’s new Yeats Academy of Arts, Design & Architecture.
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Digital marketer Aoife Porter takes us through a day behind her front door.
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Community tourism network South and West Sligo Tourism carried off the gold award in the Best Tourism Initiative category of the National Community and Council...
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Bikelink, a Sligo based bike sharing company, is launching its bikes in the Connacht city this summer in the hopes of proving a model for...
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Phibro Animal Health Corporation (Nasdaq:PAHC) today announced plans to establish a biotech facility producing a range of innovative animal health vaccines on the IDA Ireland...
A few stats…
Sligo is 54.8km from Ireland West Airport 216km from Dublin Airport 208km from Shannon Airport 199km from Belfast International Airport Approximately 250,000 people within a 60km radius of Sligo city Sligo is the capital of County Sligo, and is the gateway to the North West and Northern Ireland Sligo is served by the N4 to Dublin. The N16 to Enniskillen/Belfast and the N17 to Galway SIRO’s fibre-optic cabling direct to the home and business enables speeds of up to 1,000Mbs in Sligo City