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Ocean FM News ReportsSligo Councillor issues positive update on Sligo Caner BusA new Sligo Cancer Bus is expected to be purchased in the next few months, with the process of identifying a suitable vehicle currently underway.A working group has been set up involving charitable organisations and Sligo University Hospital representatives to progress the situation.The new bus will have toilet facilities and be wheelchair accessible, which have been highlighted as essential for the passengers.Independent Cllr Marie Casserly says this should be completed by mid-2025:2025-05-0801 minOcean FM News ReportsSligo Councillor calls for urgent investment at Sligo Railway StationThere are calls for further investment into the Sligo Sean Mac Diarmada train station. It's thought that the roof of the station has long been in need for repair works, with a lack of cover being provided for those waiting for trains. However, it's understood that Iarnrod Eireann have no immediate plans to address the situation, despite them acknowledging that the current state is not aesthetically pleasing. Local Sligo Independent Cllr Marie Casserly outlined the works that need to be done at the station:2025-05-0702 minOcean FM News ReportsSupport in Sligo to ban use of victims' counselling notes in courtSupport has been reiterated in Sligo to ban the use of victims' counselling notes in sexual violence cases.A demonstration was held outside Leinster House on Tuesday, ahead of a new bill being introduced to the Dail, which if passed, would outlaw the practice.At present, judges can allow notes, taken by a therapist during a counselling session, to be released to the defence and used in court.Local Independent Cllr Marie Casserly previously tabled a motion at council level on the issue and contacted the Justice Minister over it:2025-05-0402 minOcean FM News ReportsCancer patients south of Donegal 'excluded' from HSE bus to GalwayIt's been claimed that cancer patients south of Donegal Town are being excluded from accessing the Letterkenny-to-Galway HSE-funded transport. There's said to be a large number of cancer patients in this region who have to make the long journey to Galway for treatment. However, people living along the N15 corridor between Ballyshannon and Rathcormac are said to be unable to access the cancer bus traveling down from Letterkenny. Instead they must travel to Sligo to access a similar service there. Independent Cllr Marie Casserly says it doesn't make sense: 2025-04-2502 minOcean FM News ReportsSligo Councillor calls for more equality when it comes to rail servicesNo catering or shorter journey times for Sligo to Dublin rail line planned for the immediate future. It was hoped that catering services would be back on the route before the end of last year, however a contract is yet to be awarded. While no funding has been made available for the double-tracking of the Maynooth to Mullingar line, which would significantly cut travelling time for passengers. Local Independent Cllr Marie Casserly says there needs to be more equality across Ireland over these basic services:2025-04-0902 minOcean FM News ReportsFeasibility study into Collooney-Charlestown rail line rejectedA feasibility study into a new rail line between Collooney and Charlestown has been rejected.The previous government committed to the reopening of the Claremorris to Athenry line, with the reopening of the Claremorris-Collooney section ruled out.A motion was raised before Sligo County Council today for a route alongside the new N17.It was defeated by 10 votes to 4, with reasons cited such as it posing a delay to the N17 developments, and that the old rail could still accommodate future trains.Independent Cllr Marie Casserly says the old line is...2025-04-0702 minOcean FM News ReportsLocal support to show Netflix series Adolescence in Sligo schoolsThere is support locally for the Netflix tv show Adolescence to be shown in Sligo schools.This follows an announcement from the UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer earlier this week, that the hit series would be shown in UK schools.The show focuses on how young males see the world due to an exposure of harmful online content.Local Guidance Counsellor and Independent Cllr Marie Casserly says it would be beneficial for students and parents too:2025-04-0402 minOcean FM News ReportsSligo Cllr calls on people to have their say on future use of election postersA Sligo County councillor and former General Election candidate is urging the public to have their say on the future use of posters in elections and referendums The Electoral Commission is looking for the public's view on the issue. It's part of research into their use and the rules surrounding them.Previously concerns have been raised on environmental impacts, visual pollution and safety concerns around posters.Cllr Marie Casserly has decided against using posters during the Council election campaigns/ She says it's too late for the public to complain at the...2025-03-2802 minOcean FM News ReportsChallenges facing non-DEIS Sligo schools highlightedA Sligo Councillor has moved to highlight some of the major differences that currently exist between DEIS and non-DEIS schools.Independent Councillor Marie Casserly has raised the issue on the back of calls for fee paying to be included in the free schools book scheme.The Sligo Drumcliff Councillor says that challenges facing Noon DEIS schools also need to be highlighted when it comes to any debate on the future of educaion. She claims that there is a significant gap in resources, supports, and outcomes between DEIS and non-DEIS schools. Cllr...2025-03-2103 minOcean FM News ReportsCalls for ban on counselling notes in gender violence court casesThere are calls in Sligo to prohibit the use of counselling and therapy notes in gender-based violence cases.This is with the intention of protecting survivors' rights to confidentiality and ensuring their private records won't be used against them.It is thought that the reveal of such information could deter people from seeking critical mental health support.Independent Sligo Cllr Marie Casserly says it's a proposal that will be shared with every county council in Ireland:2025-03-0802 minOcean FM News ReportsRestoration works wanted for Sligo train stationAction has been requested to restore the roof at Sligo's Sean Mac Diarmada Train Station.The roof has faced deterioration over recent years, with many seeing it as posing potential safety and structural issues.Work is being sought for the building due to its popularity in footfall, as well as its cultural significance.Independent Sligo Cllr Marie Casserly says we can't allow this landmark to fall into disrepair:2025-03-0502 minOcean FM News ReportsProtections called for after collapse of phone network in SligoPreventative measures are being called for in Sligo following the near total collapse of mobile communications during Storm Eowyn.Concerns have been raised locally that in a time of such emergency, that mobile networks should not be allowed to go down.It’s felt locally that provisions should be in place from these major companies to back-up plans going forward.Sligo Independent Cllr Marie Casserly says even small local businesses were prepared for power outages:2025-02-1302 minOcean FM News ReportsUrgent calls for capital investment in Grange SchoolThere are calls for urgent Capital Investment in Grange Post Primary School.As student numbers continue to grow, it's said that it's increasingly evident that the current school facilities are overcrowded, impacting the quality of education.Despite 62 additional students enrolling over the past three years, the school has not received any extra accommodation.Independent Cllr Marie Casserly says short-term solutions like additional toilet facilities and emergency accommodation needs to be sanctioned: >* 2025-02-0702 minOcean FM News ReportsS3 bus finally operational in SligoThe S3 bus is finally operational in Sligo. The service officially began in the town yesterday, catering to various areas like Finisklin, Maugheraboy and into town. It follows a major campaign locally to get it up and running Independent Cllr Marie Casserly says it's hoped that the service will be extended further down the line but that this is hugely positive news for Sligo: 2025-02-0302 minOcean FM News ReportsLocal authority commission food and drink strategySligo County Council has commissioned a new food and drink strategy to support the development and promotion of Sligo's Food and Drink Offering.It is hoped that the backing will keep people in the jobs already in that industry, while also creating more.The plan aims to provide more stability to what the county can offer in relation to hospitality.Cllr Marie Casserly says the strategy highlights the unique offering that Sligo has:2025-01-2102 minOcean FM News ReportsFurther hopes for reopening of Sligo jailThis month's meeting has heard for further hopes for the re-opening of Sligo Jail.Prior to its closure in 1956, the jail was in use from 1818.Just last month, the local authority was awarded a grant of €200,000 through the European Regional Development Fund.This was seen as a major step forward in transforming the old jail into a modern tourism and community amenity with hopes for more funding in the future.Local Independent Councillor Marie Casserly says its opening would have wide-ranging benefits for the region.2025-01-1304 minOcean FM News ReportsNew Sligo/Leitrim Garda station identified as 'priority'A new divisional headquarters for An Garda Siochana in Sligo has been identified as a priority for the Sligo/Leitrim Division.It had previously been agreed in principle between the Gardai and the department of justice, and now the go-ahead has been given for a new station.The necessary work has also commenced to draft the preliminary business case which may take a number of months to complete.Local Independent Cllr Marie Casserly says all stakeholders must work together as quickly as possible:2025-01-1002 minOcean FM News ReportsSligo street reopened following building fireO’Connell Street has reopened following a fire that broke out at a premises this morning.Emergency services attended the incident in Sligo town and closed off the scene to public access.No injuries have been reported as a result of the fire.Independent local Cllr Marie Casserly praised the swift response of the emergency services:2024-12-2300 minOcean FM News ReportsSligo public lighting works continue following storm damageWorks are being done on public lighting around Doorly Park and Maugheraboy following recent storm damage.Sligo was heavily impacted by the adverse weather, with ESB having restored the majority of power in the region following the outages.While the issues in Maugheraboy have been resolved after key works took place.Sligo-Drumcliffe Independent Cllr Marie Casserly praised the efforts of all those involved:2024-12-1902 min
Creator to Creators With Meosha BeanCreator to Creators S6 Ep 26 Norman CollinsBy Kurt Beyers- Edited by L Casserly Boomerang BeatTo introduce his new album, Front Porch Philosopher, Norman Collins offers “I Wanna Rule Somebody,” a pure piece of hard-driving, rock guitar and messaging in which the subject is the betrayal of belief and trust.The album and the single will be released on May 22.Guitar and a steady, hard fast drum begin, but not just to philosophy’s beat. In this song, we get rock metaphysics. After the rest of the band crashes in, setting the rhythm and harmony of the argument, Norman introduces the subject:Join my church...2024-07-0333 min
Highlights from Newstalk BreakfastShould the disused railway from Sligo to Athenry become a greenway?The Joint Committee on Public Petitions will meet today to discuss the potential of creating a greenway on the closed railway from Sligo to Athenry. Is this a good idea or should we be putting trains back on railway lines, rather than bikes? To discuss Shane was joined on the show by Cllr Marie Casserly, Independent Councillor and local election candidate for Sligo-Drumcliff and also Michael O’Dea, Chairman of the Sligo branch of the Irish Farmers Association.2024-05-3007 min
The Sligo ShowSligo Update with Marie CasserlyOn this weeks show Brendan is joined by Marie Casserly to discuss all things happening in Sligo.For more episodes check out https://thesligoshow.ie/You can visit Maries Facebook page here https://www.facebook.com/marie.casserly For more information and episodes check out The Sligo Show websitehttps://thesligoshow.ie/The Sligo Show is presented by Brendan Tierney & Produced by Pixel Productionshttps://pixelproductions.ie/2022-03-2427 min
Midlands 103The Open Door - Mullingar Hospital Maternity Bereavement RoomAnn Marie speaks to Bereavement Nurse Kathryn Woods on how losing a baby is known as a silent grief and the need for acknowledgement.
She also speaks to Ger Feerick and Leroy Casserly, two of 15 people running 200K for the month of November to raise money for a much needed Bereavement Room for Mullingar Hospital. and visit their go fund me page https://www.gofundme.com/f/2p739a-maternity-bereavement-room2021-11-0917 min