Two men arrested in Donegal in connection with murder of prison officer
A man in his 40s is due to appear in the High Court this morning as part of an investigation into the murder of prison officer David Black. The 52 year old was shot dead as he drove along the M1 motorway in County Armagh on his way to work…
Government looking at funding options for regional infrastructure
The Taoiseach says the government is currently looking at the European Investment Bank as another means of funding the development of infrastructure to the regions. He made the comments in response to a query from Sligo Leitrim Fine Gael TD Tony McLoughlin on the progress being made on the idea…
An Post taking time to ensure correct decision on postal services
An Post says it’s taking time to ensure a correct decision on the future of postal services in the North West is made. A spokesperson for the company told Ocean FM News this week that a decision has yet to be made on the post offices in Ballygawley in Sligo…
Donegal TD calls for improved phone coverage in North West
A Donegal TD says there is no reason mobile companies shouldn’t be able to ensure widespread phone coverage. Fianna Fail’s Charlie McConalogue has called on the Communications Minister Denis Naughten to take decisive action and implement a universal service obligation which will ensure a quality mobile service in the North…
Obituaries, Friday, March 3rd, 8am
Ocean FM has been informed of the following deaths: Pat McGovern, Glangevlin Terence McDermott, Ballyshannon Joe Hargadon, Carrickbanagher Joseph Young, Sligo Mary McQuaid, Boyle Pat McGovern, Chatteris, Cambridge and formerly of Gub Cottage, Glangevlin, Co. Cavan. Peacefully. Husband of Linda, Cambridge; father of Katie and Michael; brother of…
Holey Soles Hill Walking Festival 2017.
Pic: facebook: Holey Soles Hillwalking Festival Club The Holey Soles North Leitrim Hill Walking Festival takes on Saturday and Sunday 15th and 16th of April 2017. Francie spoke with Sheila O’Keeffe. For more details on the event: https://tinyurl.com/grcz2xc
Acquired Brain Injury Ireland Annual 40k Sligo/Leitrim Cycle
The Annual 40K Cycle of Lough Gill in aid of ABII will take place on Sunday April 2nd. Francie spoke with Teresa O’Boyle and Sandra Greene from ABII Sligo.