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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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Major contrast between Airbnb lets and Daft rental properties in North West
May 29, 2023 06:44 - 2 minutes - 2.35 MBThere's currently 30 more short-term holiday lets available on Airbnb than long-term rentals listed on Daft.ie in Sligo. The situation is worse in Leitrim with just six long terms lets available in the county. When compared with Daft.ie, there's 37 times more availability on Airbnb currently in Leitrim. While in Donegal, there are only thirty seven properties available for long term rent, the majority of these in Letterkenny. While there are over seventeen hundred short term lets availa...
RNLI issue water safety reminder
May 28, 2023 10:39 - 27 seconds - 429 KBThe RNLI have issued a reminder to be safe in the water this weekend. Swimmers should look for designated areas to swim - and be cautious about swimming in fast moving waters like rivers. The RNLI is also asking the public to to have fun on the beach in a safe way. It says people still need to check the weather conditions in their local area and find out are their strong tides. RNLI Water Safety Education Manager, Killian O'Kelly outlines the risks:
Sinn Féin continues to be most popular party
May 28, 2023 10:12 - 17 seconds - 278 KBThe latest Sunday Business Post Red C Poll shows Sinn Féin is almost twice as popular with the electorate as Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael combined. The poll puts the party at 34 per cent with Fine Gael on 20 per cent followed by Fianna Fáil on 15 points. The Social Democrats are on six per cent, while Labour and the Greens are both on four per cent with People Before Profit on three per cent followed by Aontú on one per cent. Michael Brennan of the Sunday Business Post says Sinn Féin appear t...
Gibraltar refurbishment works to take place this year
May 28, 2023 09:30 - 1 minute - 1.62 MBRefurbishment works on the Rocks at Gibraltar, Cummeen Strand are set to begin in the second quarter of 2023. The news was welcomed at this month's meeting of Sligo Borough Council, after funding had been allocated to carry out the works last week. Speaking to Ocean FM News, Councillor Rosaleen O'Grady was pleased that the development works will get underway as quickly as possible.
IFA welcomes Credit Union lending expansion
May 27, 2023 08:47 - 2 minutes - 2.22 MBIFA Farm Business Chairperson Rose Mary McDonagh has said credit unions expanding their lending to farmers is important for competition in the market. It has been reported that credit unions are planning to expand their cultivate offering to agriculture with the new secured loan offering up to €300,000 for 30 years with an APR of 5.4 percent. Speaking to Ocean FM News, IFA Farm Business Chairperson Rose Mary McDonagh says the expansion is most welcome:
Urgent need for more beds at Sligo University Hospital- Sligo Councillor
May 27, 2023 08:35 - 2 minutes - 2.15 MBA Sligo Councillor believes changes can be made to the operating system at Sligo University Hospital. Last week, Sligo University Hospital was among the top three in the country for numbers waiting on trolleys in figures published by the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation. Figures exceeded 50 on two occasions and failed to go below 47 on the other three days. With the increase in figures, Councillor Dónal Gilroy, who is a member of the Regional Health Forum West says the urgent need fo...
Repairs to be carried out at Forthill basketball court
May 26, 2023 15:19 - 1 minute - 1.57 MBRepair works are to be carried out on the basketball court in Forthill after a lot of equipment was damaged following bad weather. The boards in the court are set to be replaced, however, there is no funding available to re-line the court. The outdoor facilities in Forthill get a lot of use, with two soccer pitches and a gaelic football pitch also among the facilities available. Speaking to Ocean FM News, Cllr Gino O'Boyle says some of the funding available for sport could be put to better...
National Biodiversity Week celebrated at Parkes Castle
May 26, 2023 11:29 - 48 seconds - 757 KBNational Biodiversity Week is being celebrated for the past week at Parkes Castle on the shore of Lough Gill in County Leitrim. The week is all about connecting with nature, highlighting the importance of biodiversity and motivating people to play their part in protecting it. And it's all being done in an entertaining manner, thanks to the fun and wonder that can be found in nature, with the hope that people will be motivated to learn more, see more and do more. Events continue this weeken...
Government urged to engage with unions on outstanding issues in community sector
May 26, 2023 06:57 - 1 minute - 1.31 MBA Donegal TD is calling on the Government to engage with unions on outstanding issues in community sector. It follows the recent announcement that Siptu and Fórsa members employed in community sector organisations funded by the Department of Social Protection have voted to accept the recent WRC recommended pay rise. However, TUS and RSS workers coming close to retirement need clarity on around pension provision within the sector. Speaking in the Dail, Donegal Independent TD Thomas Pringle ...
Sligo Councillor says erection of warning signs at beaches in foreign languages may save lives
May 26, 2023 06:57 - 1 minute - 1.6 MBA Sligo councillor has contacted the water safety officer and director of services with the local Authority in relation to the lack of warning signs on beaches after a potential tragedy was averted in Strandhill. It's emerged that recently a local swimmer acted quickly to remove a group of people from a dangerous location due to currents in Strandhill. The group believed to be Ukrainian claimed that and were unable to read the warning signs. Local Councillor Sinead Maguire says given the l...
Sligo Chamber of Commerce CEO says failure to upgrade the N17 is 'monumental failure to the economic development of Sligo'.
May 26, 2023 06:31 - 2 minutes - 2.4 MBThe CEO of the Sligo Chamber of Commerce has described the decision to pause funding for the upgrade of the N17 between Ireland West Airport and Collooney as monumental failure to the economic development of Sligo. Aidan Doyle made the comments in reaction to the decision by the government to prioritise bypasses of major towns and to invest in Public Transport at the expense of the N17 upgrade in the counties of Sligo and Mayo. Speaking to Ocean FM news the CEO of the local chamber of comme...
Open letter written to Justice Minister following Richard Burke sentencing
May 26, 2023 06:31 - 1 minute - 1.76 MBA Donegal County Councillor has written an open letter to Justice Minister Simon Harris following the sentence handed down to Donegal man Richard Burke this week. Burke with an address in Killygordon but originally from Donegal Town, was jailed for 15 years in prison, with the last 12 months suspended after being found guilty of the manslaughter of Jasmine McMonagle by reason of diminished responsibility. In January 2019, the 28 year old mother of two was found beaten and strangled in her h...
'Constructive' meeting held on arrival of refugees to Ballisodare
May 26, 2023 06:31 - 2 minutes - 2.57 MBA meeting held in Ballisodare over the arrival of refugees into the village has been described as 'constructive'. The meeting between the developer, local representatives and members of the community took place last night in a bid to allay some concerns. It expected that around 100 people are set to live in the apartment complex, the majority of them families. Most of them have already been living in Ireland for a number of months now and will be able to get working visas in the coming ...
Former Leitirm TD says Fine Gael are already targeting general with tax breaks suggestions
May 25, 2023 10:34 - 1 minute - 1.42 MBA former local Fianna Fail TD says the three Fine Gael junior ministers that called for a 1000 euro tax break for workers in the next budget are 'jockeying for position' ahead of the next general election Tensions are rising between the main coalition parties over the budget. Tanaiste Michael Martin told the Fianna Fail parliamentary party meeting last night that junior ministers writing newspaper opinion pieces 'was not helpful' and 'undermines' the budgetary process. Former Sligo Leitrim...
Local children being 'failed' over suspended respite services, Dail hears
May 25, 2023 10:34 - 5 minutes - 4.72 MBA Donegal TD has lashed out at Tánaiste Michael Martin over respite services currently available to children with special needs and their families. It comes as a number of services both locally and elsewhere are suspended due to staffing issues. Speaking in the Dail this hour, Donegal Sinn Fein TD Pearse Doherty accused the Government of failing those concerned. Deputy Doherty says these services are critical and branded the situation as 'simply embarrassing'. Responding, Tánaiste Michael...
Magh Éne College expected to reopen tomorrow
May 25, 2023 10:23 - 1 minute - 1.41 MBInvestigations are continuing following a fire yesterday at Magh Éne College Bundoran. The fire broke out at the post-primary in the early hours of Wednesday morning. Emergency services attended the scene, and firefighters worked to contain and extinguish the flames. There were no reports of any injuries. The school which is managed by Donegal ETB, has reported some damage to certain areas of the school building, it’s understood that most areas have been mostly unaffected. Local Councill...
Failure to main gullies is leaving parts of east Sligo vulnerable to flooding
May 25, 2023 06:42 - 1 minute - 1.61 MBSerious concern has been raised that gullies are not being cleaned frequently enough in smaller towns and villages in east Sligo. There are fears that the issue will lead to an increased risk of flooding in the areas in question. Cllr Martin Baker is warning that regardless of the season, it has the potential to be a major problem if it's not addressed:
GPs slammed for charging medical card holders for blood tests
May 25, 2023 06:42 - 2 minutes - 2.14 MBIt's been claimed that some GPs in the North West are charging medical card patients for routine blood tests. One patient who is in their 80s has been told recently that they can either attend a hospital to get their bloods taken or else pay the GP for it. Medical card holders should avail of this service free of charge as its HSE funded. Independent Donegal TD Thomas Pringle described the situation as absolutely shocking:
Donegal TD begs the government to ‘cop themselves on’ and address the housing crisis
May 25, 2023 06:25 - 44 seconds - 691 KBGovernment officials have been told to cop themselves on when it comes to the delivery of affordable housing in the North West and elsewhere. It comes as just seven out of 31 local authorities delivered housing through affordable housing schemes last year. Sligo, Leitrim or Donegal are not included in the list of seven. Meanwhile, the average income of first-time buyers of new properties in Ireland is now over €90,000, according to a report by the Banking and Payments Federation Ireland...
Concern expressed over lack of public seating in Sligo town
May 24, 2023 13:35 - 1 minute - 1.68 MBThe lack of public seating available in Sligo town is a concerning issue, particularly for elderly people and those with disabilities. That's the view of Councillor Declan Bree, who raised the issue at the latest meeting of Sligo Borough Council. A strategy regarding street furniture is currently being prepared, which will include public seating for the town, particularly around the O'Connell Street area. Speaking to Ocean FM News, Cllr Bree was disappointed that the strategy was not yet c...
Why was TD atacked
May 24, 2023 11:08 - 21 seconds - 333 KBFour years on from an unprovoked attack by seagulls on a Sligo Leitrim TD new research has been published today that may shed some light what led to the altercation. Scientists are now claiming that seagulls have become chip and ice cream thieves because they see how much humans enjoy eating them. Researchers at the University of Sussex carried out an experiment where different colour crisp bags were placed on a beach, and teams sat nearby eating crisps from green and blue bags. The Daily ...
New research may provide clues as to why local politician was attacked
May 24, 2023 11:08 - 21 seconds - 333 KBFour years on from an unprovoked attack by seagulls on a Sligo Leitrim TD new research has been published today that may shed some light what led to the altercation. Scientists are now claiming that seagulls have become chip and ice cream thieves because they see how much humans enjoy eating them. Researchers at the University of Sussex carried out an experiment where different colour crisp bags were placed on a beach, and teams sat nearby eating crisps from green and blue bags. The Daily ...
Residents fed up with local road flooded all year round
May 24, 2023 09:50 - 3 minutes - 2.8 MBThere's a road in the Tubbercurry Ballymote Municipal District that is said to be flooded almost all year round, leaving residents at a serious inconvenience. As a result, the local road at Lough NaSuil is completely blocked, resulting in the time in which it takes to access to a number of homes in the area has increasing significantly because an alternative route has to be used. This is leaving the likes of home help and other services at a disadvantage. It's been an issue for the past tw...
Harvey’s Point Hotel named Tripadvisor’s No1 hotel in Ireland
May 24, 2023 09:50 - 2 minutes - 2.71 MBDescribed as “specialising in top-class accommodation, the four-star tops the list of Ireland’s best hotels in the latest Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice ‘Best of the Best Hotel Awards’ this year. It’s a list the popular Donegal location has topped many times in the past. Harvey’s Point is the only local hotel to make the final list of 10. Ashford Castle in Mayo was placed second. The remaining Hotels on the list are from Kerry, Clare, Limerick, Cork and Dublin. Reacting to the announce...
Sligo councillor urges 'lazy' Department officials to provide funding to North West STOP
May 24, 2023 06:45 - 2 minutes - 1.95 MBOfficials at the Department of Health have been branded 'lazy' over failing to provide funding to North West STOP. The community based organisation in Sligo currently receives no Government funding while Pieta House, which doesn't deliver a direct service to Sligo or Leitrim, does. It's been a bone of contention locally for a number of years with all six Councillors in the region highlighting the issue at the latest sitting of the Regional Health Forum West. Fianna Fail Cllr Donal Gilroy s...
Diabetes care in North West in 'absolute crisis'
May 24, 2023 06:45 - 3 minutes - 2.84 MBThe Dail has heard that diabetes care in the North West is in 'absolute crisis' and the 'Governments inaction is an absolute disgrace'. It comes as it emerged in recent day that two Consultant endocrinologists at Letterkenny University Hospital have resigned. It's also been revealed that adults with diabetes in the region are waiting up to 24 months for an appointment - the recommended timeframe is six months. Health Minister Stephen Donnelly also came under fire for not being present in t...
Active Retirement Ireland annual conference taking place in Sligo
May 24, 2023 06:24 - 16 seconds - 251 KBActive Retirement Ireland is holding its annual conference in the Radisson Blu Hotel in Sligo today. The organisation is launching a well-being programme for older people. It's expected more than 300 older people from around the country will attend the conference. CEO Maureen Kavanagh explains their new well-being programme.
Sensory Garden opens at Sligo Transitional Living Unit
May 23, 2023 13:38 - 2 minutes - 2.15 MBAcquired Brain Injury Ireland has opened a sensory garden at Sligo Transitional Living Unit in Tonaphubble in Sligo. The unit, which assists survivors of acquired brain injuries rehabilitate and work towards independent living opened in 2007. The sensory garden will be open to acquired brain injury survivors, who have completed their residential rehabilitation and are now back home living in their own communities. Local Services manager with Acquired Brain Injury Ireland Teresa O'Boyle bel...
GRA President says new jail term for assaulting or obstructing a Garda is not enough
May 23, 2023 07:22 - 36 seconds - 567 KBThe Donegal based President of the GRA says new plans that would increase the maximum jail term for assaulting or obstructing a Garda from 7 to 12 years fall short of what Gardaí have called for. The comments were made as proposals are being brought to Cabinet by Justice Minister Simon Harris that would increase the maximum jail term for assaulting or obstructing a Garda. The measure would also apply to other emergency service staff - including hospital staff, prison workers, members of th...
Calls for portable toilets at bus stop in Sligo
May 23, 2023 07:22 - 1 minute - 1.72 MBThere are calls for portable toilets to be situated at the bus stop on Connaughton Road in Sligo. It's after the issue of a lack of public toilets in this particular area and other parts of the town have been brought to the fore again in recent weeks. One bus operator previously revealed to Ocean FM that his buses now stop on the outskirts of the town because there are no such facilities available. Cllr Gino' O'Boyle believes the use of portable toilets would work as an interim measure ...
Ibec highlight key challenges facing business growth in North West
May 23, 2023 07:22 - 2 minutes - 2.11 MBCapacity constraints and labour supply are the key challenges facing business growth in the North-West. That's according to Ibec the group that represents Irish business. The group is calling for a greater focus by Government on enhancing quality of life issues such as housing and infrastructure which are driving labour shortages in the region. Ibec's Head of Regional Policy Helen Leahy believes that the North West has the potential to become a globally competitive location. However, Ms L...
Ireland West Airport marks another milestone
May 23, 2023 07:22 - 1 minute - 1.28 MBIreland West Airport has marked another milestone today as Ryanair recorded its 10 millionth passenger on flights to and from the airport. Grainne Rushe from Boyle, who was travelling to Lanzarote was the lucky passenger and was presented with a pair of return flights with Ryanair to any of their 16 destinations from Ireland West Airport and a bottle of Champagne and chocolates. It's been 37 years since Ryanair's first flight from then Knock Airport departed to London Luton on December 1...
GRA President calls for longer jail terms for those found guilty of assaulting or obstructing a Gardaof
May 23, 2023 07:17 - 36 seconds - 568 KBThe Donegal based President of the GRA says new plans that would increase the maximum jail term for assaulting or obstructing a Garda from 7 to 12 years fall short of what Gardaí have called for. The comments were made as proposals are being brought to Cabinet by Justice Minister Simon Harris that would increase the maximum jail term for assaulting or obstructing a Garda. The measure would also apply to other emergency service staff - including hospital staff, prison workers, members of th...
GRA President says 12 years in prison is not enough for assaulting or obstructing a Garda
May 23, 2023 06:12 - 36 seconds - 568 KBThe Donegal based President of the GRA says new plans that would increase the maximum jail term for assaulting or obstructing a Garda from 7 to 12 years fall short of what Gardaí have called for. The comments were made as proposals are being brought to Cabinet by Justice Minister Simon Harris that would increase the maximum jail term for assaulting or obstructing a Garda. The measure would also apply to other emergency service staff - including hospital staff, prison workers, members of the...
Local Labour Party Rep claims Children with autism and other disabilities are being failed by the Government.
May 23, 2023 05:12 - 1 minute - 1.68 MBLabour will bring a motion to the Dáil on Wednesday, calling for financial relief to be provided to parents and caregivers of people with disabilities. The motion will also call for an end to assessment delays and improvements to the current lack of education supports and appropriate school places for children with disabilities. Speaking to Ocean FM News, Labour Representative Nessa Cosgrove believes children in the North West with autism and other disabilities are being failed by the Gover...
Government under pressure to deliver cancer centre
May 22, 2023 12:01 - 2 minutes - 2.31 MBThe Government is under pressure to sanction the funding needed to progress the promised cancer centre for the region. Recently it was claimed that the West and North West are the most deprived areas of the country with a higher cancer incidence and mortality. There are calls for the appointment of a Specialist Project Management Team in a bid to get the project underway. Sligo Leitrim Independent TD Marian Harkin says even it does get off the ground in the near future, it'll be years befo...
Research from Leitrim Council finds that over 60% of millennials would move for workplace flexibility
May 22, 2023 12:01 - 3 minutes - 3.14 MBNew research conducted by Leitrim County Council has found that Over 60 per cent of those born between 1981 and 1996 would think about moving to another part of the country. The local Authority’s research was carried out by Bounce and reveals over a fifth of Irish workers are fully remote. The survey, which involved interviews with 1,000 respondents carried out in March found 22 per cent of them to be fully remote and high levels of approval among those in a position to stay away from the o...
Research from Leitrim Council finds that over 60% of millennials would move for workplace flexibility
May 22, 2023 11:04 - 3 minutes - 3.14 MBNew research conducted by Leitrim County Council has found that Over 60 per cent of those born between 1981 and 1996 would think about moving to another part of the country. The local Authority’s research was carried out by Bounce and reveals over a fifth of Irish workers are fully remote. The survey, which involved interviews with 1,000 respondents carried out in March found 22 per cent of them to be fully remote and high levels of approval among those in a position to stay away from the o...
Dolan calls for immediate restoration of Stormont
May 22, 2023 10:04 - 2 minutes - 2.44 MBA Fermanagh MLA has called for immediate restoration of the Stormont assembly following the results of the Northern Ireland local Elections. Sinn Fein has overtaken the DUP as the largest party in local government in the North. Mary Lou McDonald's party secured 144 seats in the local elections at the weekend, while the DUP kept its 122 seats. Fermanagh South Tyrone MLA Jemma Dolan says the results were even more impressive that what Party had expected and that there is a demand from voters...
Jobs boost for Collooney after Connolly Motor Group secure dealer rights MG Motor
May 22, 2023 09:26 - 1 minute - 1.56 MB15 new jobs have been announced for Sligo as a result of the Connolly Motor Group being appointed as main dealers for MG Motor in the North West. Connolly's MG will open in Collooney, next month The new jobs will increase the number of full-time employees at Connolly Motor Group to 335 with recruitment for the new positions to being immediately. With this latest appointment, Connolly Motor Group is taking on what is Europe’s fastest-growing car brand with the MG4 EV selected as The Irish T...
Leitrim Council CEO states importance of remote working
May 22, 2023 09:26 - 3 minutes - 3.14 MBAlmost two-thirds of young workers have considered relocating to another part of the country as the potential to work remotely has meant they are not tied to living in the vicinity of their employer, new research carried out on behalf of Leitrim County Council has found. The survey, which involved interviews with 1,000 respondents carried out in March found 22 per cent of them to be fully remote and high levels of approval among those in a position to stay away from the office in the afterma...
Research from Leitrim Council finds that over 60% of millennials would move for workplace flexibility
May 22, 2023 05:26 - 19 seconds - 309 KBNew research conducted by Leitrim County Council has found that Over 60 per cent of those born between 1981 and 1996 would think about moving to another part of the country. The local Authority’s research was carried out by Bounce and reveals over a fifth of Irish workers are fully remote. The survey, which involved interviews with 1,000 respondents carried out in March found 22 per cent of them to be fully remote and high levels of approval among those in a position to stay away from the o...
Concern expressed by Sligo Councillor over lack of progress on new Garda station in Tubbercurry
May 22, 2023 05:06 - 2 minutes - 1.93 MBThere are fears that a new Garda Station for Tubbercurry isn't progressing quick enough. A building for a new station was purchased some years ago however the project itself is said to have stalled. Gardai currently stationed in Tubbercurry are currently operating out of one room with no current parking facilities. Fianna Fail Cllr Paul Taylor says a staff change at the OPW could be at the root of why works haven't begun. He's calling on Sligo County Council to seek clarity on the current...
Go-ahead given to Gibraltar refurbishment
May 20, 2023 15:26 - 37 seconds - 588 KBFunding has been approved for the first phase of refurbishment works due to take place at The Rocks at Gibraltar in Cummeen Strand. A 50,000 euro grant has been allocated to these works from the Community Recognition Fund. The Rocks are a Special Area of Conservation, which meant it was difficult for the council to secure funding for its redevelopment. Speaking to Ocean FM News, Councillor Declan Bree said although it was challenging to secure, the refurbishment will be a welcome developme...
Leitrim County Council quizzed on painting of houses
May 20, 2023 10:40 - 40 seconds - 638 KBLeitrim County Council have been asked if there is a possibility of council staff assisting with the painting of the exterior of local authority housing. Councillor Padraig Fallon raised the issue at this month's meeting of the Manorhamilton Municipal District of Leitrim County Council. The Sinn Fein Councillor says that elderly tenants in particular are finding it difficult to paint their homes and he was looking to see if the Council were in a position to provide assistance.
Trade mission to China must benefit the Irish producers, according to Sligo farmer
May 20, 2023 09:27 - 1 minute - 1.47 MBA local farming official has welcomed Agricultural Minister Charlie McConalogue's trade mission to China, but has also provided a warning. Minister McConalogue led the first Ministerial trade mission to China since the Covid pandemic to promote Irish meat, dairy and seafood products in the Chinese market while concentrating in particular on ensuring Irish beef is taken back into China. President of the Irish Beef and Lamb Association and Sligo farmer Gerard Pilkington says the price being s...
Special event in Manorhamilton in honour of Gordon Wilson
May 19, 2023 12:01 - 2 minutes - 2.05 MBA special commemorative event is taking place in Manorhamilton tomorrow in honour of Gordon Wilson. Originally from Manorhamilton, Gordon Wilson became known internationally as a peace campaigner during the Troubles the North. Tragically, his daughter Marie was killed in the Enniskillen bombing in 1987. He was also injured in the atrocity and lay buried in the rubble with his daughter as she died. Priest in Diocese of Kilmore, Father Gerry Comiskey believes that the former Senator pave...
Special event taking place to commemorate Gordon Wilson
May 19, 2023 12:01 - 2 minutes - 2.08 MBA special commemorative event is taking place in Manorhamilton tomorrow in honour of Gordon Wilson. Originally from Manorhamilton, Gordon Wilson became known internationally as a peace campaigner during the Troubles the North. Tragically, his daughter Marie was killed in the Enniskillen bombing in 1987. He was also injured in the atrocity and lay buried in the rubble with his daughter as she died. Priest in Diocese of Kilmore, Father Gerry Comiskey believes that the former Senator paved t...
Leitrim Council urged to prioritise local people for housing
May 19, 2023 07:00 - 1 minute - 1.8 MBAs the demand continues to increases for 1, 2 and 3 bedroom Local Authority houses in Kinlough a local Councillor has called for preference to be given to people who have a connection with the local area. Demand has reached an unprecedented levels in Kinlough in recent times for accommodation in response Cllr Justin Warnock has asked the Housing Department to accelerate the purchase of houses and the turnaround time of the local Authority's own housing stock. Speaking to Ocean FM Cllr Warno...
Donegal TD says Social Media companies need serious monitoring
May 19, 2023 07:00 - 43 seconds - 688 KBA Donegal TD says what happened in Navan is a reminder that a lot work needs to be done in monitoring social media content and protecting children. It's after a teenager was attacked in Navan on Monday afternoon. The 14-year-old was the victim of a group attack which is being investigated by Gardaí and the Louth-Meath ETB. Videos of the incident have been shared on social media this week, with millions of views. Speaking in the Dail, Sinn Fein Donegal TD Pearse Doherty says its a worryin...