More staff is what’s really needed to cut scoliosis waiting lists, says parent
The mother of a young man who has for years been battling scoliosis says waiting lists for treatment can only be reduced by having enough staff who are adequately trained. Valus Robus, from Coolaney in Sligo, was speaking to Ocean FM News following the announcement by Health Minister Simon Harris…
Minister McHugh returns from emotional visit to Manchester
Donegal-based minister Joe McHugh has highlighted importance of communities showing resilience in the aftermath of terrorist attacks, such as that which happened in Manchester. The Minister of State for the Diaspora was speaking to Ocean FM News today after his return from a two-day visit to Manchester and Liverpool. While…
Donegal TD says review of benefits for seasonal, partime workers overdue
A Donegal Fianna Fail TD says a review of the benefits for seasonal and parttime workers is overdue. Fianna Fail TD Pat the Cope Gallagher raised the issue in the Dail this week. Fianna Fail had an amendment down last November but withdrew it to allow the Minister for Agriculture…
Launch of historical trail in Sligo this afternoon
Details of a new historical trail around Sligo will be announced this afternoon with the unveiling of the first phase of a series of plaques in the town. Seven plaques will commemorate people and buildings of note. The launch will take place at 4 o clock at The Yeats Building.…
Retailers urged to make views known on effects of smuggling
Small retailers in the North West are being encouraged to make their views on the smuggling trade and how it is affecting their business known today. The association known as Retailers Against Smuggling (RAS) is holding a poster and social media campaign awareness launch today where they are trying to…
Obituaries, Thursday, June 1st, 1pm
Ocean FM has been informed of the following deaths: Anne Marie Feeney, Tubbercurry Irene Waters, Strandhill Kathleen Harrigan, Sligo Pearl Barnes, Ballintra John Thomas McKeon, Ballinaglera Anne Marie Feeney, Cashel, Tubbercurry, Co. Sligo. In Liverpool following an accident. Remains reposing at St. Therese’s Funeral Home, Curry…
Horgan says Sadlier among the ‘top 3 players in the league’ ahead of northwest derby
Finn Harps manager Ollie Horgan says he is not getting carried away with the two big recent wins over St. Patrick’s Athletic and Limerick ahead of tomorrow night’s northwest derby against Sligo Rovers at the Showgrounds. Those six points did move Harps off the bottom of the table but Horgan…