Dealing with IBS and Crohn’s Disease
This week’s health slot discusses stomach and gut disorders, including the conditions of irritable bowel syndrome and Crohn’s disease. James Geraghty of the Molloy Lifestyle Pharmacy group has all the expert advice
Sligo cllr calls for action to tackle illegal dumping
A local councillor is calling for more to be done to tackle illegal dumping in the region. It follows the discovery of a number of materials in the Coney Lane area near Ballisodare in Co. Sligo. Sinn Fein Councillor Thomas Healy says it appears the rubbish was also set alight…
Sligo Leitrim TD calls for proper garda training to take DNA samples
A Sligo Leitrim TD says it’s unfair that gardai are not being given the training required to take DNA samples. It’s emerged that some of An Garda Síochána are taking DNA samples despite not receiving training to do so, with officers relying on a “how to” video guide to assist…
Irish Rail seeks submissions on Western Rail Corridor
The deadline for people to submit their opinions on the proposed extension of the Western Rail Corridor is this Wednesday. An independent economic appraisal of the proposed works is being undertaken by consultants EY-DKM. Members of the public can submit their thoughts in an online survey which is available from…
Prannie scoops world award for seaweed cookery book
Sligo’s Dr. Prannie Rhatigan is celebrating winning a world cookbook award after being awarded first place in the seafood category at the event which took place in China. Prannie has been promoting the benefits of seaweed and cooking with seaweed for several years, and our own Francie Boylan has been…
Obituaries, Monday July 15th, 1pm
Ocean FM has been informed of the following deaths: John Scanlon, 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,…
Independent TD calls for a ‘rural revival’
An Independent TD says the recent turnout of farmers in Dublin over the Mercosur deal was ‘the standout protest’ he had witnessed since having been elected to the Dail. Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice, himself a farmer, says the protest, organised by the Beef Plan Movement, needs to be the beginning of…