Lost files leads to further delay for man’s hip replacement surgery
Sean Campbell of Kilcar in Donegal has been told that a letter from his GP sent to Sligo Hospital for an appointment has been lost in the system, which has further delayed his prospects of hip replacement surgery. The letter was sent a year ago – while Vincent says he…
Obituaries, Tuesday, February 26th, 5 pm
Ocean FM has been informed of the following deaths: Julie Kearney, Ballintra and Mountcharles Danny McGlynn, Cloghan Arlene Palmer, Ballincar John Joe Murtagh, Castlegal Bridget Philomena Wallace, Sligo Mary Anne McWeeney, Ballyshannon Julie Kearney, Eske House, Mountcharles, Co Donegal and formerly of Ballintra, Co…
Sligo man appeals for more support for those with Parkinson’s Disease
Well known Sligo businessman, Ronnie Gillanders, speaks about his diagnosis with Parkinson’s Disease six years ago. He feels there is a lack of support for those with the condition, medically and financially, and has invited all those affected to come to a public meeting on 6th March next
Obituaries, Tuesday, February 26th, 1 pm
Ocean FM has been informed of the following deaths: Julie Kearney, Ballintra and Mountcharles Danny McGlynn, Cloghan Arlene Palmer, Ballincar John Joe Murtagh, Castlegal Julie Kearney, Eske House, Mountcharles, Co Donegal and formerly of Ballintra, Co…
Longest surviving lung transplant patient from Donegal has died
Ireland’s longest surviving double lung transplant patient who is from Donegal has passed away. Brendan McLaughlin from Stranorlar, had a double lung transplant after nine weeks on a life-support machine. He was originally transplanted in Newcastle, England on the 11th of August, 1992. Mr McLoughlin was born with cystic fibrosis,…
Retired Donegal farmer collects EuroMillions win
A retired Donegal farmer has collected his EuroMillions win. 84-year-old Charlie Meehan from Manorcunningham picked up the EuroMillions Plus winning cheque for €500,000 from National Lottery headquarters. Charlie, who decided to go public with his win, purchased his golden ticket at Barclay’s Newsagents in Raphoe for the EuroMillions Draw on…
North West ESB pensioners protest in Dublin
ESB pensioners from throughout the north west are among those protesting against a ten-year pension freeze in Dublin today. Last August, the ESB Retired Staff Association submitted a claim for a 7.7 per cent pension increase, which was rejected. The association is calling for the traditional linking of pensions and…