Sligo train overcrowded yet again as supporters headed for Croke Park
For the second time in the past three Sundays, the Sligo to Dublin train was packed to capacity, standing room only, on a stifling hot day – this was the experience of passengers on the…
Up and Running 20th July 2019
This week we are talking to three new restaurants in Sligo. First up we visit Paul Brennan in Flipside in Rockwood Parade Sligo. Then we go around the corner to meet Alan Barrins who has…
Arts House, with Harry Keaney, July 14th 2019
In this week’s Arts House . . . the International Wild Rose Festival in Manorhamilton, Co Leitrim; the movie Prisoners of the Moon; the O’Carolan Harp Festival and Summer School in Keadue, in north Roscommon;…
My battle with alcoholism and homophobia – Noel Cuningham on ‘Friday In Focus’
Donegal celebrity and hotel manager, Noel Cuningham, has opened up about the bullying he endured as a result of his sexuality, and on his dependency on alcohol in the past. Noel’s is this week’s ‘Friday…
Last ever Chairman of North Western Health Board welcomes new health structures
At the last ever meeting of the North Western Health Board in 2004, its Chairman, Leitrim councillor, Sean McGowan, expressed the hope that the newly-established HSE would feature local input into influencing local services. He…
PODCAST: Outdoor Pursuits – Bundoran’s Big Week and Mayo Kite Festival
This Week: Francie chats with Bundoran Tourism Officer, Shane Smyth about ‘Bundoran’s Big Week by the Beach’. It runs from August 14th-18th. For more click here. 12min 40sec: Francois Colussi from Pure Magic Lodge on…
Kiltyclogher and Cashel Heritage Project Launch
A series of maps and heritage films will be launched at the Closing Event of the Supporting Kiltyclogher and Cashel Communities Peace IV Project this Friday July 19th in Kiltyclogher Community Centre Co. Leitrim at…