Sonar search of Spanish Armada site to take place this summer
Sonar searches of the Spanish Armada wreck site off the North Sligo coast at Streedagh are expected to take place this summer. It follows the recovery two years ago of cannons, a cauldron and carriage wheels from the sea bed. The work is being carried out by the Underwater Archaeology…
Rory Gallagher Fest a major economic boost
The Rory Gallagher Festival which starts in Ballyshannon this Thursday and continues over the bank holiday weekend, is a major musical and cultural event in the North West And for rock music lovers, especially fans of Rory Gallagher and his music, it’s the highlight of their year. But the festival…
Currency exchange rate
On the currency markets today, Monday, May 29th, the euro is trading at 87 pence Sterling and one dollar and twelve ($1.12)) cents.
Fire-damage on Sligo Camino to be repaired after emergency funding allocation
It’s hoped that the Sligo Camino annual walk next month can now go ahead on its planned route after a last-minute allocation of funding. Sligo County Council had to make an emergency application after a portion of this now well known walk was burnt during last month’s gorse fires in…
Obituaries, Monday, May 29th, 1pm
Ocean FM has been informed of the following deaths: Tona Morgan, Sligo Louie Mc Donagh, Curry Tom McHugh, Ballygawley John Joe Conwell, Drumkeerin Hugh McCabe, Belcoo Mary Gavigan, Tubbercurry Tona Morgan, (nee Kelly), Rosehill, Sligo and late of Bayside, Dublin. Peacefully at the…
Perry confirms political comeback – ‘We need a worker in Leinster House’
Perry confirms political comeback – ‘We need a worker in Leinster House’
Varadkar ‘humbled’ by support from TDs and councillors In NW
Varadkar ‘humbled’ by support from TDs and councillors In NW