Ocean FM scoop 5 awards at National Radio Awards
Ocean FM took home five awards at last night’s IMRO National Radio Awards in Kilkenny. The station took the bronze award in the Local Radio Station of the Year category. Donal Ryan won silver as Sports Broadcaster of the Year, while winning bronze in the Gay Byrne Newcomer of the…
Sligo appoint Stephen Sheil as new hurling manager
Sligo have appointed Stephen Sheil as the county’s new senior hurling manager. The appontment is for two years. Sheil succeeds Padraig Mannion, who left the Sligo role after three years in charge. A native of Carlow, Shiel played for his county at all levels in hurling up to and including…
The Friday Panel, Con Darcy, Hughie Blain
This week’s Friday Panel discuss next week’s Budget, the refugee situation, rural crime after the death of Tom Niland, Sinn Fein in Government, the Ireland-Scotland rugby clash, and our national anthem. Guests are Con Darcy and Hughie Blain
JPC meeting told that the Garda Commissioner is in favour of new Headquarters for Sligo
The construction of new Garda headquarter in Sligo seems to be a step closer today with the confirmation that the Garda Commissioner Harris has given his seal of approval to the project. Back in September it was signalled that the Justice Minister Helen McEntee and the Minister with responsibility…
Public anger at delay and diversions on N16 road all week
There’s been a raft of criticism at long delays and diversions in place all this week on the N16 road, as a result of roadworks on a 3km stretch of road between Manorhamilton and Cornacloy. James was one of those affected, he believes the situation was handled badly leading to…
The Showman’s Daughter – In her own words….
Singer Sandy Kelly talks candidly about her eventful life and times as she launches her autobiography. Sandy has been at the top of the entertainment business in Ireland and internationally for decades, yet has never forgotten her local roots
Safe pedestrian crossing around the corner for Collooney
A Public Consultation has taken place on a key development project in Collooney. The consultation took place at the Reading Wing Community Hall in St Paul’s Church of Ireland in the town on Wednesday evening. It is hoped that a safe pedestrian crossing will be installed at the Collooney roundabout…