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Ocean FM is a multi award winning local radio station that broadcasts to the Northwest of Ireland. The station covers the area of South County Donegal, North County Leitrim and County Sligo.
The current CEO of the station is Niall Delaney and the Broadcasting Commission of Ireland (BCI) lists their target audience as 'being all age, socio-economic and ethnic groups across the community'. The station currently employs 22 full-time and 30 part-time staff.
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Questions asked regarding return of bicycle stands to O'Connell Street
April 01, 2024 08:15 - 1 minute - 1.57 MBQuestions have been asked about the return of bicycle stands on O'Connell Street and the surrounding areas. The stands had been removed when upgrade works were being carried out on O'Connell Street, but the stands were never replaced upon its completion. It's felt bikes left parked on the footpaths are causing a hazard to blind people, and to those with other disabilities. Sinn Fein councillor, Arthur Gibbons, says the stands need to be replaced urgently.
Donegal GAA podcast 31/03/2024- League champions
March 31, 2024 20:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBDonegal are celebrating a Division 2 Allianz Football League title. Paddy McGill brings you all the postmatch reaction and discussion, in the company of Mark McHugh, Neil McGee, Jason Byrne (Irish Sun), Michael Clifford (Irish Daily Mail) and the '100' man - Ciaran Thompson.
Disabled parking spaces needed beside IONA day centre
March 31, 2024 11:11 - 1 minute - 1.17 MBRequests have been made for a disabled parking bay to be installed outside the IONA day centre on Kempten Parade. Their services were previously located in Cregg House, but following their relocation, it's felt there isn't enough disabled parking at the new premises. This has made it difficult for parents and relatives to drop and pick up those who are availing of the service. Mayor of the Sligo Borough District, Declan Bree, says a disabled parking bay would be very beneficial.
60 homes validated in Sligo under Croí Conaithe Scheme
March 30, 2024 14:24 - 1 minute - 1.15 MBThere has been a positive uptake on the Croí Cónaithe Scheme in Sligo. The latest meeting of the Borough District Council has heard that there have been 80 applications to scheme, 60 of which have been validated. Following the positive update, it's hoped that more people will apply for the scheme. Councillor Rosaleen O'Grady raised the issue of a small number of derelict homes on Holborn Hill in Sligo, and urged the owners of those properties to apply for grant aid.
North west farmers to benefit from liming extension
March 30, 2024 10:12 - 37 seconds - 579 KBNorth west farmers have been given an extension to the deadline for when lime can be spread under the National Liming Programme. The date has been moved back from March 31st, and will now be set at June 28th, with the decision largely due to the recent adverse weather conditions. Manorhamilton local election candidate, and former chairperson of the IFA National Sheep committee, Kevin Comiskey, welcomed the news and highlighted the positives that the spreading of lime can bring.
MacSharry only Independent TD to vote for Harris as Taoiseach
March 29, 2024 14:25 - 2 minutes - 2.64 MBSligo Leitrim Independent TD Marc MacSharry is only one of 22 Independent TDs who is set to vote with the Coalition when Fine Gael leader Simon Harris is nominated for Taoiseach on 9 April. There's still, however, a number of them undecided. MacSharry has cited Minister Harris' efforts in the amalgamation of St Angela's College with the Atlantic Technological University" as a reason for his backing. Both Deputies Marian Harkin and Thomas Pringle are set to vote against Mr Harris....
Leitrim publisher discusses Dragons Den experience
March 29, 2024 14:25 - 5 minutes - 4.88 MBA Leitrim-based publisher has cited a Dragons Den experience as a moment that spurred them on. Stephen Keane, of News Mag Media LTD, appeared on the BBC programme yesterday, and although he left without investment, he was given motivation. Mr Keane presented a reading kit called The Fact Factory – an audio-print magazine series written and recorded to include readers with print disabilities such as dyslexia and visual impairment, as well as reluctant or struggling readers. The reading kit...
Sligo Leitrim TD explains not backing Harris for Taoiseach
March 29, 2024 11:45 - 1 minute - 1.18 MBSligo Leitrim Independent TD Marian Harkin has announced she will not be backing Fine Gael leader Simon Harris for Taoiseach. This comes as just one Independent TD has shown public support for Minister Harris ahead of his nomination for the role. Deputy Harkin has said her decision wasn’t a comment on Minister Harris, but rather the wider government. She says the issue is about what the country needs, and that the country needs a change in policy direction.
Vacant & derelict homes in Donegal not being turned around quick enough
March 29, 2024 02:02 - 2 minutes - 1.97 MBIt's felt that vacant and derelict homes in Donegal are not being turned around quick enough to match the demand for them. Although there are a number of incentives available at the moment for homes to get done up, it's felt they are progressing much too slowly. The matter will be raised at the next meeting of the Donegal Municipal District. Local Sinn Fein councillor, Michael McMahon, feels that more workers are needed to resolve the issue.
HSE says hospitals already 'extremely busy'
March 29, 2024 02:02 - 24 seconds - 378 KBAnyone who is injured or feeling unwell this long weekend is being urged to consider a pharmacy, out of hours GP or injury clinic as their first port-of-call. The HSE says hospitals are already 'extremely busy', and it wants people to stay away unless absolutely necessary. However its stressing that anyone who does present to the Emergency Department in Sligo or Letterkenny over Easter will be seen and treated, with those most ill and urgent cases being prioritised for care. Sinn...
Donegal cllr discusses smoking ban 20 years on
March 28, 2024 15:02 - 1 minute - 1.81 MBIt's 20 years since the smoking ban was introduced, making Ireland the first country to bring in such a measure. It was viewed as controversial at the time, but over 70 countries then followed suit. Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council, Martin Harley, hailed what he acknowledged was a brave decision in that moment. Being a pub owner and smoker at the time of the ban's introduction, he praised the positive knock-on effects that it had.
Vacant home statistics in Donegal are wrong
March 28, 2024 12:21 - 2 minutes - 2.16 MBIt has been revealed that figures relating to vacant homes in Donegal are wrong. A recent survey has shown that of 1,700 homes surveyed, 770 that had previously been listed as vacant were not at all. That amounts to about 45%. It's understood that the majority of mistaken vacant homes were holiday homes left empty for the majority of the year. Fine Gael councillor, Barry Sweeny, says the figures have been misleading.
Tailbacks of up to an hour reported in Rathcormac
March 28, 2024 12:20 - 1 minute - 1.31 MBTailbacks of up to an hour are being reported in the Rathcormac area due to ongoing roadworks. The works, which began earlier this week, are set to finish on Friday week but are said to be causing severe disruption. Sligo County Council previously warned that it would result in significant delays to traffic. One motorist Eileen, who travelled from Donegal earlier this afternoon, has been venting her frustration to Ocean FM news:
Gardai in North West out in force this Easter Bank Holiday weekend
March 28, 2024 12:20 - 1 minute - 1.1 MBGardai in Sligo are warning that they will be out in force this Easter Bank Holiday weekend. Extra checkpoints will be conducted throughout the course of the weekend with Gardai urging all motorists to adhere to the rules of the road. People who are planning to go out socialising at various venues across the region over the coming days, are also being urged to act responsibly. Sgt Aoife Hayes of the Sligo Roads Policing Unit has this advice:
Appeal made for identity of Bundoran Good Samaritan
March 28, 2024 12:20 - 1 minute - 1.57 MBAn appeal has been made for the identity of a good Samaritan in Bundoran. Dima, a young man from Ukraine who works in the Great Northern Hotel in Bundoran, fell off his bicycle on March 25th, at Church Road near the garda station. An unknown passing person helped the unconscious Dima and called an ambulance. Marion Fitzgerald, who works with Dima and his family at the hotel, made the request on their behalf.
Water campaign launched to help protect North West coasts
March 28, 2024 11:00 - 1 minute - 1.5 MBClean Coasts have organised a new campaign to highlight what people should and should not be pouring down their sinks. A recent survey showed 34% of people were regularly pouring damaging items down the sink, which included items such as milk, gravy, and cooking oils. The Think Before You Pour campaign is connected with their previous Think Before You Flush campaign, which has the aim protecting waterways and coastal environments. Patrick Cross, of Clean Coasts, spoke about the negative i...
Overcrowding concerns ahead of Easter Bank Holiday weekend
March 28, 2024 06:59 - 2 minutes - 2.01 MBConcerns of overcrowding in hospitals has been raised ahead of the Easter Bank Holiday weekend. Irish hospitals including Sligo University Hospital and Letterkenny University hospital are routinely caring for patients without a bed due to demand. Donegal Coroner and GP, Dr Denis McCauley has labelled the overwhelming demand on emergency departments as a “year-round surge.” Dr McCauley says that there is no quick fix to the issues, and that a structure needs to be put in place ove...
Rathcormac roadworks causing chaos
March 28, 2024 06:59 - 6 minutes - 6.28 MBOngoing roadworks in the Rathcormac area are said to be causing absolute chaos. The works, which began earlier this week, are set to finish on Friday week. Sligo County Council previously warned that it would result in significant delays to traffic. Huge tailbacks have been reported since the works began, particularly during peak times. Fianna Fail Cllr Donal Gilroy is urging motorists to have patience:
Prayers offered for Donegal woman & her daughters who died in Mayo crash
March 28, 2024 06:59 - 25 seconds - 397 KBPrayers have been offered for the Donegal woman and her two daughters who were killed in a road crash on Tuesday. 47 year old Una Bowden and her daughters, 14 year old Ciara and 9 year old Saoirse, died when the car they were in hit a truck on the N17 in Co. Mayo. They were remembered at a service in their local parish at the Church of the Immaculate Conception in Moycullen last night. Una's husband and the girls father - David - was working abroad when the tragedy happened is on...
No emergency accomodation available across Donegal
March 28, 2024 06:59 - 1 minute - 1.47 MBThere is currently no emergency accomodation available across Donegal. The lack of emergency accomodation is contributing to the housing crisis, with people currently facing eviction left with nowhere to go. Sinn Fein Councillor, Michael McMahon, has said that many families are currently being put under severe pressure as a result. He says that it is unfair on people who are facing eviction:
North West parents worried over changes to allocation of Special Education Teachers
March 28, 2024 06:59 - 1 minute - 1.59 MBParents of children with disabilities are concerned following recent changes to the allocations of Special Education Teachers. From September, the funding allocation that schools receive will no longer be based on the amount of children with disabilities in the schools in question. At the moment, that figure accounts for half of the allocated funding. It's also understood that these changes were introduced without any consultation with parents of the children concerned. Independent Counci...
Planned protest outside Sligo AXA offices will be peaceful
March 28, 2024 06:59 - 1 minute - 1.83 MBA planned protest outside the AXA offices in Sligo later today will be peaceful. That's according to local people before profit Cllr Gino O'Boyle who is also encouraging the community to take part in today's demonstration. Members and supporters of the Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign are staging the protest as part of a BDS campaign, which is a movement that promotes boycotts and sanctions against Israel, as well as withdrawing investments from there. The Sligo protest is o...
"There's nothing between any team" - Sligo U20 boss Paul Henry on draw with Roscommon
March 27, 2024 18:59 - 2 minutes - 2.09 MBSligo under-20 football manager Paul Henry gives his postmatch assessment of Wednesday evening's 0-9 to 0-9 draw with Roscommon at Markievicz Park.
Donegal woman among victims of Claremorris crash
March 27, 2024 17:41 - 20 seconds - 322 KBA woman killed in the crash that claimed three lives on Tuesday was originally from Donegal. Una Bowden lost her life along with her two young daughters, Ciara and Saoirse, after their car collided with an articulated lorry on the N17. The crash happened along a section of the main Sligo to Galway road, where the route bypasses Claremorris. The family lived just outside Moycullen in West Galway. Independent Councillor in Claremorris, Richard Finn, says there's a deep sense of sadness in ...
Iarnród Éireann asked to clean up at the back of Sligo estate
March 27, 2024 15:45 - 2 minutes - 2.16 MBIarnród Éireann have been urged to cut back hedges that are overgrowing into an estate in Sligo Town. Currently, hedges and briars are overgrowing into gardens from the back of Maugheraboy estate at an area that runs parallel to the train tracks. It's also understood that that particular area has become a popular spot for people dumping litter. Iarnród Éireann have been written to on this issue in the past, but no response has ever been received. Sinn Féin councillor, Arthur Gibbons, has...
Leitrim educational official condemns parents cyberbullying
March 27, 2024 15:40 - 2 minutes - 2.38 MBA recent survey by the Association of Secondary Teachers in Ireland found parents make up 20 percent of the cyberbullying that teachers face. A leading educational official has expressed their disappointment at the findings. President of the ASTI and Leitrim native, Geraldine O'Brien, says that the results are alarming, and more must be done to protect teachers online and their private lives.
Ferdinand vs Filan in the Showgrounds today
March 27, 2024 14:26 - 1 minute - 1.54 MBCrowds gathered in the Showgrounds this afternoon ahead of a special game of football. Sligo Rovers hosted a game, in conjunction with the Rio Ferdinand Foundation and the International Fund for Ireland, for children from Northern Ireland and southern border counties. The project, named Beyond the Ball, aims to unite children from either side of the border through sport. One team was managed by Rio Ferdinand himself, and the other by Westlife's Shane Filan. Shane had just flown in from B...
Government use of Sligo-Leitrim private housing criticised
March 27, 2024 11:30 - 2 minutes - 2.16 MBThe Government should stop relying on private providers in the likes of Sligo and Leitrim for housing in general and not just for asylum seekers. That's according to Labours Sligo Leitrim local election candidate Bernie Linanne, who made the comments as senior Ministers are discussing major changes to Ireland's immigration policy today. It would mean a town's 'last hotel' wouldn't be used to house refugees with the Government using State run accommodation instead. There's been an angry ...
Sinn Fein defends decision for not endorsing the People's Document'
March 27, 2024 10:38 - 2 minutes - 1.93 MBSinn Fein has defended its decision for not endorsing the People's Document'. When asked for a pledge of support for the document at last night's public meeting, the party's spokesperson Pearse Doherty said that they were prioritising an end-to-end scheme rather than a grant scheme. The other Donegal TD's, Deputy Thomas Pringle and Joe McHugh endorsed the document. Speaking to Ocean FM news, Donegal Sinn Fein TD Padraig MacLochlainn says the party is fully committed to working wi...
Adverse weather continues to impact north west farmers
March 27, 2024 10:38 - 1 minute - 1.25 MBThe current inclement weather spell continues to seriously affect the livelihoods of farmers right across the north west. The IFA is asking the Government to provide a co-ordinated response to support farmers through prolonged weather difficulties. Donegal TD and Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue is due to convene a meeting of the National Fodder and Food Security Committee this week to address the issue. Leitrim IFA Chairperson Liam Gilligan says the situation has left fa...
Over 1,000 people attended public meeting on 'The People's Document'
March 27, 2024 07:05 - 4 minutes - 3.84 MBIt's estimated that over 1,000 people attended last night's public meeting on 'The People's Document' in Donegal. The joint initiative by various defective block campaign groups, aims to achieve 100% redress for affected homeowners as they feel that the Government's current redress scheme is inadequate. Independent TD Thomas Pringle and Fine Gael TD Joe McHugh fully endorsed the document however, Sinn Fein did not. When asked if Sinn Fein will deliver for affected homeowners shou...
Further price hike to price of a pint could impact pub trade in north west
March 27, 2024 07:05 - 1 minute - 1.6 MBIt's thought that a further price hike to the price of a pint could impact the pub trade in the north west. The cost of a pint is to rise by 6 cent from April 15th. It's the third time Diageo has increased its prices in just over 12 months and says it's down to rising costs. The Vintners Federation of Ireland says it'll be calling on Diageo to commit to no further increases in the price of a pint for the remainder of 2024. Local publican and Cathaoirleach of the Manorhamilton...
Campaigns continuing for permanent toilets along Wild Atlantic Way
March 27, 2024 07:05 - 44 seconds - 703 KBCampaigns are continuing for permanent toilets to be installed at beaches along the Wild Atlantic Way. Currently, temporary toilets are put in place for the summer months at Aughris Head and Dunmoran Strand. However, no funding is available for any kind of toilet facilities at Trá Bhuí. Local Independent Councillor, Michael Clarke, says that it's a disappointment that basic facilities cannot be provided at these beaches.
Sligo 'adapting' to Return Deposit Scheme
March 27, 2024 07:05 - 1 minute - 1.28 MBIt's thought that people in Sligo and elsewhere are holding off using the new the Return Deposit Scheme because they're collecting bigger amounts of cans and bottles to take back. It comes as the scheme is said to have a slow start among the Irish public. In its first 40 days, €1.2million worth of deposits has been collected, which is far below the daily estimate of €1million. But local businessman Finbarr Filan of Sligo BID, highlighted that it can take some time to adapt:
Investigations continuing after woman & two children die in Mayo crash
March 27, 2024 07:05 - 21 seconds - 336 KBInvestigations are continuing this morning into the deaths of a woman and two children in a road crash in Co. Mayo. It happened on the N17 at Castlegar near Claremorris at lunchtime yesterday, when the car they were travelling in hit a truck. They're understood to be a mother and her two daughters and were from Galway. The girls were both aged under 10. Cathaoirleach of the Claremorris-Swinford Municipal District, Gerry Murray, says people there are devastated.
Tributes pouring in for Fianna Fail Cllr Rosaleen O’Grady
March 27, 2024 07:05 - 2 minutes - 1.88 MBTributes are pouring in for Fianna Fail Cllr Rosaleen O’Grady who announced her imminent departure from local politics earlier today. The Sligo/Strandhill Cllr has described her career in local politics as a 'wonderful privilege'. She confirmed this morning that she's stepping down and will not be contesting the forthcoming local elections in June. Elected to the council first in 1999, Cllr O'Grady leaves behind a 25 year legacy. Fellow Fianna Fail Cllr Tom MacSharry says Cll...
Concerns raised in Leitrim over Europe's mining commitment
March 26, 2024 15:05 - 1 minute - 1.25 MBConcerns have been raised over Ireland's mining future amid Europe's announcement to radically improve production. The EU Commission's Critical Raw Materials Act aims to improve member states production of minerals from 3 percent to 10 percent. Eddie Mitchell, of Treasure Leitrim, visited Brussels and heard accounts of devastation caused by gold mining. Manorhamilton is one of the proposed destinations for a gold mine in the near future.
Frustration over lack of progress on north Leitrim development
March 26, 2024 13:22 - 1 minute - 1.57 MBCalls have been reiterated for a feasibility study to be carried out for the development of a major recreation and accommodation development in north Leitrim. It's hoped that a National or EuroPark would be developed in the Sliabh an Iarainn area similar to those seen in the Lake District and Snowdonia. This, in-turn, would have wide ranging benefits including employment. Following Brexit, parks in the UK have lost their EuroPark status, something local Fianna Fáil Councillor Jus...
Public left frustrated over speeding on Ballinacarrow road
March 26, 2024 12:20 - 2 minutes - 2.11 MBThere is even more frustration building in Ballinacarrow over the lack of traffic calming measures outside the national school. This has been underlined by the TII's decision to carry out works to narrow the junction of a local road where there have been little-to-no accidents in the past. The issue of vehicles speeding through the village has been highlighted in the past, with school children and their parents previously raising concerns. Local Fine Gael Councillor, Dara Mulvey, says the...
EU ministers to meet over crisis in Agriculture sector
March 26, 2024 10:34 - 21 seconds - 334 KBThe Minister for Agriculture says a balanced approach is needed when it comes to the Common Agricultural Policy. Donegal TD Charlie McConalogue is one of a number of EU ministers gathering in Brussels today to discuss the ongoing crisis in the agriculture sector. Farmers across the north west are set to ramp up their protests in the coming weeks over what they feel is increased red tape and bureaucracy. Deputy McConalogue says it’s important farmers get recognition for their work:
North West Childcare providers plead with Minister for action over Core Funding
March 26, 2024 10:34 - 9 minutes - 9.04 MBChildcare providers in Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal are pleading with the Children's Minister to consider an alternative plan for them to access Core Funding. It's a funding stream designed to help cover the costs of running an Early Years or School Aged Care Service but the terms and conditions are said to be making it impossible to obtain. A large number of local providers have already joined forces and are warning that the current format will lead to mass closures across the region....
More incentives needed to fill vacant teaching posts - Christie
March 26, 2024 06:22 - 21 seconds - 336 KBA union representing secondary school teachers says more needs to be done to encourage registered teachers to take up vacant posts. The ASTI says there are 122-thousand registered teachers, but only 70-thousand are employed in teaching jobs here. The union is calling for the policy of offering part-time hours to new entrants to be scrapped, with the hopes of attracting those who've moved abroad to return home. ASTI General Secretary and Sligo native Kieran Christie, says a huge n...
Red tape preventing Council from addressing issues - Queenan
March 26, 2024 04:07 - 34 seconds - 536 KBPeople are becoming frustrated with their local authority's lack of power in certain public issues. That's according to local independent councillor Joe Queenan, who feels there is too much red tape impeding the effectiveness of local councils. Cllr Queenan highlighted it at this month's meeting of the Ballymote-Tubbercurry Municipal District. He says local councils are not being able to quickly solve drainage problems, which then leads to larger flooding.
Sligo homeowners still waiting to be added to defective block redress scheme
March 26, 2024 04:07 - 1 minute - 1.56 MBSligo homeowners are still waiting to be added to the defective block redress scheme. It comes as those affected locally by the crisis have lent their full support to the People's Document'. The statement is due to be discussed at a key meeting in Donegal this evening. Representatives from Sligo are also set to be in attendance. The document outlines a number of measures which its felt by those affected paves the way towards 100% redress. PRO of the Sligo Pyrite Action Group...
Notable increase in fly-tipping in North West
March 26, 2024 04:07 - 3 minutes - 3.05 MBThere's said to be a notable increase of illegal dumping and fly-tipping in the region. A pile of rubbish was discovered dumped in Hazelwood Forest this week while in west Donegal, mass amounts of nappies were found strewn across the local landscape. Clean-up operations are set to take place in both locations. But Cllr Michael Cholm MacGiolla Easbuig believes that the issue runs much deeper:
Too soon to say if North West nightclubs would open longer under new laws
March 26, 2024 04:07 - 5 minutes - 5.42 MBIt's too soon to say whether nightclubs in Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal will remain open for longer under potential new laws. The legislation would see night clubs stay open until 6am and bars until 2.30am. The Chief Medical Officer is raising concerns about the health impacts of the late hours according to the Irish Examiner. The Road Safety Authority has already expressed its concerns about the proposed legislation. Local Fianna Fail Cllr Donal Gilroy thinks there would be a ...
Donegal sees biggest rise in house prices
March 26, 2024 04:07 - 1 minute - 1.77 MBHouse prices locally were higher in the first quarter of 2024 than a year previously. That's according to the latest Daft.ie report which shows market prices in Donegal rose by 13 per cent and 8% in both Sligo and Leitrim. Nationwide, prices have increased by 6%. Ronan Lyons, Author of the report says despite prices increasing, the same hasn't been reflected in the number of houses available in the area.
No plans for EV charging points in Ballymote
March 25, 2024 16:07 - 1 minute - 1.34 MBThe news that EV charging points in Ballymote won’t be put in place immediately has been met with disappointment at this month’s meeting of the Ballymote-Tubbercurry Municipal District. The charging points will be set up in areas based various reasons such as population, tourist attractions, but not on immediate need. A grant of up to €21 million was launched earlier this year to install more charging points across Ireland, with the aim of having one available every 60 kilometr...
Local Roads Policing Unit numbers continue to fall
March 25, 2024 14:28 - 1 minute - 1.79 MBThe number of Gardaí assigned to Road Policing Units continues to decline in the north west. The Sligo-Leitrim and Donegal Garda Divisions have both lost five officers each from their units since the end of 2022. Concerns were once again raised on the situation, as 47 road deaths were recorded in 2024 up until the middle of last week, which is an increase on the same time for 2023. Sligo-Leitrim TD and Sinn Féin’s Spokesperson on Transport, Martin Kenny says there needs ...
Further calls for restoration of Sligo Municipal Cemetery
March 25, 2024 14:05 - 2 minutes - 2.26 MBAnother call has been made for staff to be restored at Sligo Municipal Cemetery. It was revealed last September that both members working at the Cemetery had been suspended with full pay and are yet to be reinstated. This has caused concern to both members of the public and relatives of people that are buried there. Local Independent Councillor, Declan Bree, says the issue must be resolved urgently.