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Tributes have been paid to Jimmy Burnside, following the passing of the former Sligo Rovers player.

Burnside, a native of Forthill made 140 appearances for the club, scoring 40 goals in the 1950s and 60s.

Affectionately known as ‘Burgo’, he was part of the Rovers team that reached the semi-finals of the FAI Cup in the 1965/66 season.

Sligo Rovers Chairman, Tommy Higgins shared his thoughts following the news of Burnside’s passing:

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Tributes paid following death of former Sligo Rovers player

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Tributes have been paid to Jimmy Burnside, following the passing of the former Sligo Rovers player.

Burnside, a native of Forthill made 140 appearances for the club, scoring 40 goals in the 1950s and 60s.

Affectionately known as ‘Burgo’, he was part of the Rovers team that reached the semi-finals of the FAI Cup in the 1965/66 season.

Sligo Rovers Chairman, Tommy Higgins shared his thoughts following the news of Burnside’s passing:

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A Holiday home owner in the North West has expressed concern over reports that the shortage of rental properties may lead to protests targeting those who own holiday residences. Richard, who lives between the UK and the North West of Ireland has owned a holiday property in this region for the last 15 years. He says the local region feels like a second home and that many holiday home owners contribute to the local economy as well as supporting many local businesses and organisations. Richard says the thoughts of protests concern him. He says he had hoped that days of local's attempting to banish so called ‘outsiders’ from local communities were confined to the history books.…

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Safety concerns over Main Street in Riverstown 2:04

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Serious safety concerns have been raised over the Main Street in Riverstown. It's a busy route, home to a number of businesses and a school and it's said to becoming increasingly difficult to cross the road, particularly for children. Some motorists are also said to be travelling at excessive speeds through the village. Last weekend, parents staged a protest, calling for traffic calming measures. Fianna Fail Cllr Liam Brennan says it has to happen before something serious happens: Echoing those comments, Fine Gael Cllr Gerard Mullaney is confident that Sligo County Council will take action:…

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Government accused of protecting communities 'after the flood' 1:24

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The Government has been accused of protecting communities only after the flood happens. There's ongoing flooding concerns in a number of towns and villages across the North West and it's claimed that mitigation measures are only implemented when the damage is already done. Speaking in the Dail, Sligo Leitrim Sinn Fein TD Martin Kenny says that Ireland should take inspiration from other countries in this regard:…

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Increased Garda presence expected on local roads for the Bank Holiday Weekend 0:28

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Motorists across the North West are being warned that Gardaí will be cracking down on drink driving this June Bank Holiday weekend. 70 per cent of driver deaths happen during off peak hours between 10pm and 6 o'clock in the morning. A joint road safety appeal is being made by the force and the Road Safety Authority. Chief Superintendent David Harrington is appealing to drivers to take care:…

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MS Ireland claim that Sligo Leitrim is the only region in the Country without a Community worker Post. 2:37

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MS Ireland have requested the establishment of a Community Worker Post in the Sligo-Leitrim area. As it stands, this is the only region across Ireland without a dedicated support position in place. On World MS Day today, MS Ireland are seeking more equity in terms of healthcare for local residents. Alison Cotter, Advocacy Officer at MS Ireland, says the introduction of the role would have many benefits for patients:…

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Sligo Senator furious with NTA suggestion claiming the introduction of rail catering services may lead to a reduction in Lock Link funding 0:20

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The Sligo Senator who raised the issue of rail catering services at an Oireachtas Transport Committee this week has welcomed a government review into the matter. Junior Transport Minister Sean Canney confirmed yesterday that he is now taking steps to resolve the issue. As it stands, only the Dublin to Cork, and Dublin to Belfast trains can avail of the tea-trolley. Labour Senator Nessa Cosgrove praised the development, but criticised the NTA suggestion that the rollout of catering services could come at a cost and may even result in the amount of funding being provided for the local link service being reduced.…

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The Final Whistle podcast 29/05/2025 43:39

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This week– we’re on the road from Geevagh to the Stadium of Light with Keith McGrath. who's heading to the English Premier League with Sunderland FC next season. Glenview Stars women’s soccer team have made the last night of the FAI Amateur Cup. Team manager Gino O’Boyle looks ahead to Sunday’s quarter-final in Dublin against Whitehall Rangers. Plus - Sligo Rovers boss John Russell on Friday night’s home game against St Pat’s, the chances of persuading Jack Henry Francis back to the Showgrounds – and Owen Elding's continued upward curve.…

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Concerns over major flooding problems in Ballymote 2:25

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A blocked stream in Ballymote is said to be causing major flooding problems. A build-up of weeds and other matter is resulting in roads being blocked. Winter time is said to be when the risk is at its highest, with ongoing calls for clean-up works to take place in the coming months before water levels increase again. Local Fine Gael Cllr Dara Mulvey is hopeful that those works will happen shortly:…

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