Huge opposition to prospect of changing our National Anthem
The Seanad public consultation committee have been seeking submissions on the most appropriate way our National Anthem, Amhran na Bhfiann should be treated by the state. This includes consideration of the lyrics. The copyright for…
Rosses Point wreath-laying ignites red poppy row
The row over the wearing of the red poppy by Irish people has surfaced again. Two poppy wreaths have been placed under a white cross at Rosses Point ahead of Remembrance Day which has provoked…
LISTEN BACK: Sligo Rovers’ Gerard Lyttle and Kyle Callan-McFadden
Sligo Rovers boss Gerard Lyttle spoke to Ocean FM’s Darragh Cox after the 2017 Premier Division season came to an end with a scoreless draw away to Drogheda United. Sligo Rovers defender Kyle Callan-McFadden joined…
PODCAST: The Francie Boylan Show from conferring at IT Sligo
The Francie Boylan Show live from Day 1 of conferring at IT Sligo.
Ross tweets on Man U while public suffer – Minister slammed for lack of action on rail strike
There’s been criticism from listeners at the lack of direct intervention by Minister Shane Ross which might have prevented yesterday’s rail strike. Kieran says he was more interested in tweeting about Manchester United, while Renua’s…
LISTEN BACK: New Sligo boss Cathal Corey
New Sligo manager Cathal Corey speaks to Ocean FM’s Darragh Cox on The Final Whistle following his appointment.
Leitrim taxi driver objects to plans to ‘reward’ publicans who drive customers home
There’s been a mixed response to proposals being considered by the Transport Minister to offer incentives to publicans and designated drivers who drive customers home from pubs. Leitrim taxi driver, Francis McKeon, claims it undermines…