New line in Manorhamilton reopens following minor fire
The new line in Manorhamilton has reopened following a fire earlier. Gardai were called to the scene to assist the fire service after a vehicle went on fire in the area. Manorhamilton Gardai have confirmed the road has reopened after a short closure.
Minister opens new health centre in Ballymote
Health Minister Simon Harris has officially opened the new primary health care centre in Ballymote, Co Sligo. It will serve about 11,500 people in the areas of Ballymote, Gurteen, Riverstown, Geevagh and adjoining areas. Speaking to Ocean FM News this afternoon, Minister Harris says what’s perhaps most important about new…
Sligo Chamber of Commerce finalists announced
Finalists for the inaugral Sligo Chamber of Commerce Business Excellemce Awards have been announced. Winners will be selected from 4 four different categories which are: Skillnet Ireland Regional Excellence Award, Local Enterprise Office Excellence Award, Innovator Excellence Award and the Customer Engagement Excellence Award. The awards are taking place in…
Minister for Health is in Ballymote to open new primary and mental health centre
The Minister for Health is in Ballmyote, Co. Sligo, this lunchtime to officially open a new primary and mental health care centre. A range of services will be provided at the centre. The new centre accommodates the East Sligo Primary Care Team, which covers a population of 11,500 and includes…
Three presidential hopefuls are before Leitrim County Council hoping for a nomination
Three presidential hopefuls are appearing before Leitrim County Council today. Business men Sean Gallagher and Peter Casey are making their pitch to the council as is Sarah Louise Mulligan. They need the backing of 4 Councils or 20 oireachtas members to secure a nomination. Sean Gallagher, who got the nomination…
Children’s charity seeks volunteers for Sligo University Hospital
A children’s charity is looking for volunteers at Sligo University Hospital. Children in Hospital Ireland is holding an information on Tuesday 11th September at 6pm in Sligo. Potential volunteers can learn the venue after registering online or by phone. Volunteers must be over the age of 18 and if successful…
Obituaries, Monday 3rd September, 1pm
Ocean FM has been informed of the following deaths: Tommy Nairn, Sligo Tommy Nairn, late of Hanley Tce, Sligo. Peacefully in his 94th year at Sligo University Hospital. Reposing at The Foley & McGowan Funeral Home, Market Yard, Sligo, this evening from 6.30pm until…