Warnings issues over wild fires during hot weather
Weather-forecasters are warning of the possibility of wild-fires during the hot weather. There was a large blaze near the Arigna mountains in north Roscommon last night. Calls were made on the Taoiseach and Minister with Responsibility for Defence earlier this year to outline the procedures in place in the…
Obituaries, Tuesday July 16th, 8am
Ocean FM has been informed of the following deaths: John Scanlon, Sligo Lorraine O’Hanlon, Sligo Francis Sexton, Maugheraboy, John Scanlon, Bayview Terrace, Sligo. Peacefully at St. John’s Community Hospital, Sligo. Reposing at St. John’s Community Hospital Chapel from 5pm today. Removal at 6.30pm to…
New property register bill to benefit rural residents
The recent valuable property register bill introduced into the Dáil by Sinn Fein will be of particular relevance to those living in rural Ireland. The Party’s spokesperson for Justice and equality, Sligo Leitrim TD Martin Kenny says the bill which will establish a national property register will help deter the…
Enniscrone residents voice concerns over 5G Mast
The local community in Enniscrone are voicing their disapproval at the erection of a 5G mast in the area. A meeting was held on Friday last where people voiced their concerns over the planned building of the tower that has already been given the go ahead by Sligo County…
Obituaries, Monday July 15th, 5pm
Ocean FM has been informed of the following deaths: John Scanlon, Sligo Lorraine O’Hanlon, Sligo John Scanlon, Bayview Terrace, Sligo. Peacefully at St. John’s Community Hospital, Sligo. Reposing at St. John’s Community Hospital Chapel from 5pm on Tuesday. Removal at 6.30pm to the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception,…
Planning application lodged to construct 44 houses & apartments in Sligo town
Sligo County Council has received a planning application for the construction of 44 houses and apartments in Sligo town. The application submitted to Sligo County Council on July 3rd is for the proposed development of 44 units in Caltragh in Sligo town. The development will consist of 12 two bedroom…
Rural Transport Policy to be launched in Leitrim on Wednesday
The Committee on Rural and Community Development is to launch a report on rural transport policy during a two day visit to Leitrim on Wednesday and Thursday this week. The report, Regional and Rural Transport Policy, makes a series of recommendations to improve transport for people living outside urban areas.…