Focus Ireland is asking businesses and communities to wear or hang their club, county or parish colours on July 3rd, 4th and 5th to brighten up villages, towns and cities across Sligo and Ireland.

has led tributes to former Tourlestrane and Sligo footballer, Paddy Kennedy, Aclare, stating that he wore the county colours with distinction and had been a key player for his beloved club.

They all came together today 'colour in' The Owl." "Sligo has a diverse population and new arrivals are excited to get involved in local communities and projects.