Motorists warned of early morning Garda presence
Motorists across the North West have been warned that there will be an increased number of Garda Checkpoints in operation over the coming weeks in the lead up to the Christmas period. Superintendent Kevin English issued the warning at this week’s Joint Policing committee meeting in Carrick-on-Shannon. He particularly warned…
Sligo Councillor demands discussions on rural issues
Independent Michael Clarke is calling for a special meeting of the council in the New Year to discuss the issue which, he says, is affecting numerous areas, including farming, school transport, employment and rural development. At yesterday’s meeting of the council, Fianna Fail Councillor Seamus Kilgannon says if rural Sligo…
IFA says failure to treat waste water is damaging rivers
Failure to treat waste water properly continues to damage our rivers and coastal waters according to the IFA’s Environment Chairperson. Thomas Cooney says he acknowledges the important role that farming plays in protecting and enhancing Ireland’s environment. Responding to a recent water quality report, he says he supports previous comments…
Obituaries, Monday Dec. 3rd, 5pm
Ocean FM has been informed of the following deaths: Ellen Gaffney, Tullaghan Clare Monaghan, Sligo Mary Diamond, Strabane Georgie Murray, Killybegs Annie Finan, Ballymote Kitty Farren, Riverstown Josie Henry, Ballinacarrow Jude Caterson, Castlederg Ellen Gaffney, (known as Nellie), Wardhouse, Tullaghan, Co.…
Enniscrone woman fighting for independent living after being paralysed in holiday accident
27 year old Jenna Fitzgerald from Enniscrone suffered live-threatening injuries when she dived into a pool which on a visit to Spain in 2014. She’s been left paralysed since and it’s taken her some time to come to terms with that. Now Jenna has spoken out on behalf of people…
Calls for extra staff to tackle trolley crisis at SUH
A Sligo County Councillor has questioned HSE officials on the trolley crisis effecting Sligo University Hospital. November was the worst month on record for overcrowding at the hospital according to the Irish Nurses ad Midwifes Organisation. Cllr Keith Henry, who is Vice Chairperson of HSE West Forum, queried officials at…
Former Donegal TD seeks nomination for European elections
Former Donegal TD Niall Blaney is seeking to win a Fianna Fail nomination for the European Parliament elections. Mr Blaney served as TD for the Donegal North East constituency from 2002 to 2011. He has a long family history in politics with his grandfather, father and uncle all serving as…