‘Explosion’ of fraudulent scams in recent years, Dail hears
There’s an ‘explosion’ of fraudulent scams, according to one Donegal TD. It’s thought that many people across the North West have fallen victim to various types of scams with fraudsters targeting households by texts, phone calls and online. Millions of euro has been reportedly stolen right across the…
Leitrim’s Keaney helps Limerick reach Sigerson semi-finals
Leitrim footballer Paul Keaney was University of Lmerick’s top scorer in Wednesday night’s Sigerson Cup quarter-final win over DCU, on a final scoreline of 0-14 to 1-10. UL are now just won more win away from a second consecutive Sigerson Cup final appearance. Donegal’s Shane O’Donnell scored three points for…
Fans disappointed as Sligo Rovers’ Match Programmes are no more
Sligo Rovers have taken to decision not to publish Match Programmes in future, due to financial reasons – instead, an online programme will be available before each match. However, supporters seem very upset by the decision which they say ends a long-standing tradition, which has been part and parcel of…
The supports available to those living with dementia and their families
Ocean FM is supporting the ongoing Dementia Understand Together Campaign being led by the HSE. Currently there are over 64,000 people living with dementia in Ireland. Carmel Geoghegan of the Dementia Carers Campaign has been outlining the various support services available, with her involvement stemming from her experience of caring…
Funding boost for Donegal Gaeltacht organisations
Three organisations in the Donegal Gaeltacht are set to receive a grant of just over three-hundred-and-sixty-five thousand euro. Oideas Gael , Comhairle Uladh and Scoil Chonaill will receive the support. The money will go towards Irish language courses for adults, Gaelic games, and accessibility to Scoil Chonaill.
Investigation launched into overnight burglary in Leitrim
An investigation has been launched into an overnight burglary at a business premises in Drumshanbo. Thieves attempted to break into the property shortly after 3am this morning. It’s understood that the scene is sealed off this afternoon for a forensic examination. No arrests have yet been made…
Recruitment campaign ramps up for Donegal Fire Service
The recruitment campaign for the Donegal fire service is set to step up a gear next month. The number of personnel in any given station is to increase as part of a deal agreed last year following strike action by fire fighters. In Bundoran alone, it’s thought that up to…