Minister English says local authorities are building houses again
Housing Minister Damien English says the official opening of a newly completed housing scheme in Sligo town this morning and the sod turn for another is proof that local authorities are back in the business of providing housing. Minister English was welcomed to Sligo at County Hall this morning by…
Obituaries, Friday 26th October, 1pm
Ocean FM has been informed of the following deaths: Marie Elizabeth Treacy, Castleconnor Paddy Keaney, Chester and formerly Kiltyclogher Tina Finnerty, Enniscrone Mary Agnes Langton, Maugheraboy and formerly Ballymote Freddy Johnston, Ballisodare Anne Murphy, Donegal Town Bridie Gilligan, Strandhill Mary Curran, Geevagh Bridie Meehan, Killybegs …
Storm funding — Donegal has already got large allocation
Donegal County Council has said it already received a large allocation in connection with severe weather damage. In a statement Donegal County Council told Ocean FM News that while the Department did consider Donegal in the recent round of €18 million funding, it recognised that Donegal had been in early…
Promoter behind Lissadell concerts dies suddenly
The promoter behind the Lissadell concerts, John Reynolds, has died suddenly at the age of 52. A nephew of former Taoiseach Albert Reynolds, and one of Ireland’s leading independent festival and concert promoters, Mr Reynolds died suddenly at his home in Dublin. Owner of Lissadell House Eddie Walsh said it…
Minister to explore using Skype to interview teachers abroad for jobs here
Donegal Minister for Education and Skills Joe McHugh is to examine to use of Skype in carrying out interviews for teaching positions. The move is aimed at teachers abroad and hopes to bring more Irish teachers home to fill Irish teaching positions. Addressing the National Association of Principals and Deputy…
Coin launched to commemorate Bram Stoker, author of Dracula
The Central Bank is today launching a commemorative coin to honour Dracula author Bram Stoker, who had close links to Sligo. The silver 15 euro coin is being released to coincide with the Halloween weekend. Marion McGarry, Chairperson of the Sligo Dracula Society said the release is very timely.
Obituaries, Friday 26th October, 10am
Ocean FM has been informed of the following deaths: Marie Elizabeth Treacy, Castleconnor Bridget Johnston, Achonry Paddy Keaney, Chester and formerly Kiltyclogher Sean Chrystal, Drumcliff Tina Finnerty, Enniscrone Mary Agnes Langton, Maugheraboy and formerly Ballymote Freddy Johnston, Ballisodare Anne Murphy, Donegal Town Bridie Gilligan, Strandhill Mary Curran, …