Harkin ends speculation over standing for Fine Gael in General Election
Former TD and MEP, Marian Harkin, has ended speculation that she is considering standing for Fine Gael in the Sligo-Leitrim constituency at the next General Election. In a message on twitter last night, Ms Harkin said that in response to such speculation, while she has full respect for those engaged…
Speculation linking Harkin to contest general election for Fine Gael
There is growing speculation that former TD and MEP, Marian Harkin, could stand for Fine Gael in the Sligo-Leitrim constituency at the next General Election. Ocean FM News understands there has been contact between senior Fine Gael officials and Ms. Harkin in recent weeks in relation to her…
Mixed local reaction to Garda figures for north west region.
New figures released today are claiming that the Sligo Leitrim region has proportionally more than twice the number of Gardai compared to the greater Dublin area. The report in today’s Irish Independent are suggesting that there are wide variations in the number of Gardai per head of population in the…
Donegal Airport needs Public Service Order to survive
A local TD claims that without a Public Service Obligation for Donegal airport, it would struggle to survive. That’s according to Leas Cheann Comhairle Pat ‘the cope’ Gallagher who has submitted a PSO in a public consultation in the hope to secure the overall future of the airport. Without one,…
Revaluations of commercial and industrial properties in County Donegal
The process of revaluing commercial and industrial properties in County Donegal is beginning today. The valuations will be used to calculate the rates to be paid to the county council. Revaluations of commercial and industrial properties in counties Sligo and Leitrim have already taken place. It’s part of an ongoing…
North West community projects to benefit from funding
Almost €1m in funding is to benefit numerous community projects in the North West. The investment comes from the Department of Rural and Community Development under the Town and Village Renewal Scheme 2019. The scheme is part of the Action Plan for Rural Development with the aim being to enhance…
Leitrim councillor calls on An Post to replace stolen post boxes
Calls are being made on An Post to replace a number of post boxes that have been stolen across parts of Co. Leitrim. Fine Gael Cllr, Enda McGloin, is highlighting the theft of a number of post boxes. The Cathaoirleach of Leitrim Council claims these green painted, cast iron boxes…