Local publicans warn of pub closures after re-opening delay
Local publicans are up in arms over the delay in the re-opening of pubs announced last evening by Government, claiming it will be death knell for many smaller businesses. Vintner’s NEC member, Adrian Tansey of…
Campaign pushing for inquiry into epilepsy drug
Parents are pushing for an inquiry into the epilepsy drug, sodium valproate, or epilim, and how it impacted on pregnant women. It’s claimed that the drug led to the birth of some children with developmental…
‘It’s like Fawlty Towers’ – Reaction to first 2 weeks of new Government
On Monday, Agriculture Minister Barry Cowen was visiting the scene of a landslide in Drumkeeran. The next day, he faced his own landslide after being sacked – listeners have been having their say on his…
GAA club players being used as ‘guinea pigs’ as matches resume – claim
There is concern among a number of local GAA supporters at the risks involved as players get set to return to club action this weekend. Tom from Cloonacool suggests these players are being used as…
Preparing for the flu season – Health Slot with Cara Pharmacy
This week’s Health Slot looks at the implications of Covid-19 on the flu season ahead, and deals with cardiovascular health. Rob Wood of Cara Pharmacy is also on hand to answer listener questions OceanFM…
Mistaken Covid-19 identity affects business of Ballymote barber
The owner of a Barber Shop in Ballymote claims his business has been adversely affected by connections being made with him contracting Covid-19. Raz Husmain-Raza of A1 Barbers is a Pakastani national, and says he…
Remembering Jack Charlton and his love of fishing in NW
The late Jack Charlton was a frequent visitor to the North West and loved to indulge in his pastime of fishing in some of the best known fishing areas in the region. John Walkin of…