Findings into Ballisodare salmon deaths to be published in near future
It’s remains to be seen when the investigation into the deaths of over one thousand salmon in Ballisodare River will reach a conclusion. While the findings of the investigation have yet to be published, they are set to be published in the near future. All fishing on the river remains…
Concern locally over junior doctor treatment
Concern has been expressed locally over the treatment to junior doctors. Earlier, this year it emerged that almost 90 per cent frequently work overtime and have no certainty over their work schedule. A Medical Council report has warned that there is an unsustainable reliance on too few doctors…
Lack of teacher recruitment and retention impacting north west students
It’s emerged that the education quality being received by second-level students in the north west is being impact as a result of teacher recruitment and retention. A recent Red C/ ASTI survey showed that 82% of second-level schools had no applications for an advertised post or posts during the…
Deadline announced for Irish Music Month Entries
🎸 The One Week Countdown Starts Now 🎸 We want to say a massive thank you to all the musicians out there who have entered Irish Music Month with Ocean FM so far! With only 7 days left until entries close if you want to be in with a chance…
Olympian Chris O’Donnell receives welcome home in Grange
Olympic Sprinter Chris O’Donnell was welcomed back to Grange on Wednesday evening after his recent exploits. O’Donnell, who’s a member of North Sligo AC was part of the mixed 4×400 metre relay team in Paris. He was also part of the gold medal winning relay team at the European Championships…
Fine Gael nominees to contest convention in Sligo-Leitrim confirmed
Three candidates have been confirmed to contest the Fine Gael convention in the Sligo-Leitrim constituency. Nominations closed on Wednesday evening for the convention which will take place on Sunday, September 1st. The Fine Gael members nominated are sitting TD Frank Frank Feighan, Councillor Thomas Walsh and former Sligo-Leitrim…
Temporary liquid restrictions on the way for Ireland West Airport
It’s been confirmed that changes to EU regulation will see the re-introduction of temporary liquid restrictions in the EU, including Ireland West Airport. From 1st September, passengers will not be permitted to carry liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) in containers greater than 100ml in their cabin baggage through security at…