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Ocean FM News ReportsSligo Councillor takes issue with Irish Rail over ‘increasing momentum’ towards creation of new rail line in SligoA Sligo Councillor says serious questions need to be answered how Irish Rail allowed the Local Authority in Sligo spend 1.6 million on the Sligo Greenway when they were fully aware that the project would never come to fruition. Independent Councillor, Marie Casserly has been a long-time advocate for a Greenway to be established on the track. She has questioned the narrative being spun by Irish Rail that ‘there is a change in momentum’ towards reinstating the Western Rail Corridor. The former General Election candidate says we are ye...2025-07-2300 minOcean FM News ReportsClinic on Defective Block Scheme taking place in North SligoA clinic is taking place in the North Sligo area for those wishing to apply to the Defective Concrete Block Scheme. While Donegal and Mayo are said to be the worst affected counties, it's thought that there are hundreds of homeowners in County Sligo also impacted. The clinic, which has been arranged for Monday July 21st in Grange Hall will advise people of the online application process.Cathaoirleach of the Sligo Drumcliff MD Independent Cllr Marie Casserly says it will be a hugely beneficial event: 2025-07-1502 minOcean FM News ReportsFurther calls for speed cameras to be installed on Sligo routesThere's further calls for speed cameras to be installed on the N15 and the N17 in County Sligo. Currently there's cameras on the N17 in County Mayo and it's thought that introducing more in the North West would improve driver behaviour and road safety. Independent Cllr Marie Casserly says there's been a large number of collisions on both of these primary routes in County Sligo.She feels that the cameras would be beneficial in curbing that trend: 2025-07-1001 minOcean FM News ReportsOver €400,000 received by SUH in parking fees last yearPatients, their families and staff were forced to pay nearly €410,000 for parking at hospitals at Sligo University Hospital last year.Figures published by the Irish Independent show that seven hospitals took over €1m each in parking fees, while Cork University Hospital received the biggest sum, with €2.3 million.Sligo University Hospital say the income is part of the overall budget and no reductions can be made unless core funding is increased “to compensate from the loss of income from this source” or unless the hospital is asked to drop the charges by the HSE.Local Inde...2025-07-0802 minOcean FM News ReportsRenewed calls for better home help services in North WestThere are renewed calls for better home help services in the North West. It comes in the wake of a new ESRI report, which shows a projected need to increase the amount of long-term beds in care homes. Nationally, its estimated 47 to 53 thousand beds will be needed to match the demand of an aging populationBut Independent Cllr Marie Casserly believes that there also needs to be a big focus on enhancing and increasing home care packages: 2025-06-3002 minOcean FM News ReportsHSE confirm plans for Sligo hydrotherapy poolThe HSE will not be pursuing the re-opening of the hydrotherapy pool at the former Cregg House premises in Sligo.Reasons have been cited for the decision, focusing on the substantial financial resources that would be required to bring the pool up to an acceptable standard.The hydrotherapy pool at Our Lady's Hospital Manorhamilton is now the only facility in the region that provides the service.Independent Cllr Marie Casserly says this news is disappointed and that other options need to be explored:2025-06-2502 minOcean FM News ReportsSpeculation over redundancies at Abbott in SligoSpeculation is growing that a significant number of redundancies are being offered by Abbott in Sligo. Around 70 staff across its plants in Sligo and Longford are said to be impacted. Abbott currently employs thousands of people right across the North West region.Ocean FM News has today contacted Abbott for comment who say that the company evaluates its competitive position and makes changes that reflect the strategic needs of its business.It's thought that the recent threats of tariffs by the US President and a reduced volume of Pharmaceutical products being...2025-06-1902 minOcean FM News ReportsSligo Councillor says long waiting list for those looking to access pain treatment must be address It's hoped the long waiting list for the Pain Clinic at Sligo University Hospital will be addressed before the year ends. This follows news that two Consultant Pain Specialists have been recruited by the hospital and will begin work in Q3 of 2025, with the second starting a year later. The service was thrown into disarray in June of last year, after the two previous consultants both moved to new roles in other hospitals. Independent Sligo Cllr Marie Casserly says the backlog needs to cleared in the...2025-06-1602 minOcean FM News ReportsPlans needed to deliver housing locallyEmergency legislation must be introduced to fast-track the planning and delivery of housing and critical infrastructure in Sligo.That's according to a local Cllr, who highlighted the community frustration over a lack of housing and services in the region.It's hoped this would limit delays without removing essential parts of the process such as community input and environmental protections.Independent Cllr Marie Casserly says the current system is archaic: 2025-06-1502 minOcean FM News ReportsLocal Authority in Sligo to contact Panda Waste over issues raised by customersA waste recycling company are to be contacted by Sligo County Council following a number of issues raised by customers. Panda Waste are being requested to address what's labelled “worsening conditions”. These include problems such as a lack of communication, and missed or irregular bin collections. Independent Cllr Marie Casserly says the company needs to have a representative to contact over these issues: 2025-06-1102 minOcean FM News ReportsPayment deadline for school transport scheme todayA reminder has been issued to North West parents that today is the payment deadline for the school transport scheme.If the fees are not met on time, then a child will not be guaranteed a seat on the school bus.For the following school year, a place costs €50 for a primary school student, and €75 for post primary.Sligo independent Cllr Marie Casserly has urged parents to make sure they are in with a chance of availling of the scheme: 2025-06-0602 minOcean FM News ReportsBenefits highlighted of Sligo to Enniskillen GreenwayA new study entitled ‘An economic vision for the Sligo to Enniskillen Greenway’ has highlighted the proposed greenway’s potential to support rural development, sustainable tourism, and local enterprise along the route.The survey provides a practical framework for how local authorities, businesses, and communities might plan for and respond to the potential opportunities from the project. The study which was developed by the Local Authorities in Sligo, Leitrim and Cavan also has input from the Fermanagh/Omagh District Council.The publication is not taking any position on route selection and is focusing only o...2025-06-0302 minOcean FM News ReportsTourists left frustrated at lack of public toilets in MullaghmoreThere are calls for the public toilets at Mullaghmore and Rosses Point to be open all year-round.As it stands, the facilities only open for the summer period at weekends, due to a lack of funding.It's thought that this may be severely hampering both tourists and locals from visiting the area and spending an extended period of time there.Independent Sligo Cllr Marie Casserly is calling on Failte Ireland to help provide the allocation for the service:2025-05-2502 minOcean FM News ReportsSafety measures needed for Cliffoney schoolA number of safety measures are required at Cliffoney National School and Cliffoney Village following a health and safety inspection earlier this year.This includes the need of school warning signs, pedestrian crossing closer to the school, speed bumps or flashing speed limit signs, and designated parking spaces for teachers.With the school based along the N15, its thought action is urgently needed to prevent any dangerous incident occurring.Independent Sligo Cllr Marie Casserly says Transport Infrastructure Ireland needs to provide funding for the works:2025-05-2202 minOcean FM News ReportsParents claim that students in Sligo Secondary school have to spend their entire breaks queuing to use toiletsDespite the 2024-2025 school year beginning to wind down, pupils in Grange Post Primary School, in Sligo are still without essential toilet and welfare facilities. Parents of pupils attending the school have also been left frustrated that an extension that has been promised by the Department of Education has not been delivered. Local Councillor Marie Casserly says it’s not acceptable that students should have to endure such conditions in 2025.2025-05-2001 minOcean FM News ReportsCommunity still trying to come to terms with Lissadell tragedyA Critical Incident Management Policy is in place at St. Johns National School in Ballisodare following the tragic death of pupil Alan Singh. The seven year old was a second class student at the school and passed away on Saturday after getting into difficulty in the water at Lissadell Beach. An investigation is continuing.Local Independent Cllr Marie Casserly says the community is still trying to come to terms with the devastating event: >* 2025-05-1901 minOcean FM News ReportsSolutions suggested for driving test backlog in SligoThe long driving test backlog has been highlighted in Sligo once again.This comes after recent reports of cancellation slots being bought and resold online.Long term solutions are now being called for as inadequacies in the system are being exploited.Local independent Cllr Marie Casserly says the current set up is not working:2025-05-1801 minOcean FM News ReportsConcerns in Sligo over Leaving Cert changesA Sligo Secondary School Teacher and County councillor is expressing concern that there has not been adequate consolation between Department of Education officials and teachers ahead of proposed changes to the leaving cert.The Education Minister will update Cabinet this morning on starting reform of the Leaving Cert.Major changes from the next academic year will see 40 per cent of marks in all subjects given for practical exams or end of year projects.The change is in a bid to remove some of the pressure from the final exams students face....2025-05-1301 minOcean 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 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