Best Passenger List Podcasts (2025)

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Minister urged to sanction separate investigation into death of Liam Farrell 2:33

4h ago2:33

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The Justice Minister is being urged to intervene in the ongoing investigation into the death of Leitrim pensioner Liam Farrell. The body of Mr Farrell was found unconscious, lying at the back of the family home where he lived alone in Rooskey on January 12th, 2020. Last month, the family of Liam Farrell expressed major concern over the Garda inquir…

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Health Minister under fire over itinerary for North West visit 2:44

8h ago2:44

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The Health Minister is under fire over the itinerary for her imminent visit to the North West. Health Minister Jennifer Carroll McNeill is due to in Sligo tomorrow (Fri) for a number of engagements, including the turning the sod at the new 42 bed unit at Sligo University Hospital and the official opening of the health hub at Ballinalack Community P…

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Pleasant weather set to continue in north west 2:08

16h ago2:08

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The north west is set to continue to benefit from pleasant weather conditions during the upcoming Bank Holiday weekend. Dry, sunny spells have covered counties Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal in recent days with temperatures hitting the mid-twenties in a number of areas. According to Met Éireann, while the weather will break slightly for a time, the wea…

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Investigation launched into illegal dumping near Drumkeerin 2:06

16h ago2:06

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An investigation has been launched into illegal dumping on the outskirts of Drumkeerin. A large volume of pallets among other items were discovered in a wooded area in recent days. Local Sinn Fein Cllr Padraig Fallon has hit out at those responsible but says that thankfully the amount of dumping incidents in Leitrim has decreased overall. Speaking …

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Funding to be provided for Mitchell Curley Park in Sligo 2:40

18h ago2:40

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Funding will be provided for the remediation of Mitchell Curley Park in Sligo. Concern has previously been raised by local residents over the state of disrepair, with sections of the playground closed off. Following negotiations between the council and the parks department, an allocation has been agreed for works to be carried out. Local Fine Gael …

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Donegal Senator wants supports for children on reduced timetables 2:36

18h ago2:36

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A Donegal Senator is calling for more supports for children with special educational needs and of Traveller and Roma ethnicity. As it stands, particular students are being placed on reduced school timetables, and it's feared not enough is being done to compensate for it. Senator Eileen Flynn raised the issue in the Seanad today to Minister of State…

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Full Show: Did Gracie Abrams Compliment Tim's Outfit? 41:03

23h ago41:03

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We’re back, betches—and this time, live from Auckland for Nova’s Red Room Global Tour! In today’s ep, we chat to the stunning and effortlessly chill Gracie Abrams ahead of her Spark Arena gig (barefoot, of course). Joel admits he may have “over-strummed” during the chat, Tim tries to convince us she complimented his outfit, and Ricki’s in full Beyo…

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Kickin' Back on the Couch with Gracie Abrams 11:35

1d ago11:35

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We're backstage in Auckland with the one and only Gracie Abrams just hours before she hits the stage—and let us tell you, she's cool as a cucumber (for now). We chat about everything from journaling her way into songwriting to acoustic chaos at Fire Aid, and why Maine (yes, the lobster place) is her ultimate happy place. Plus, Gracie drops her hot …

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Leitrim 'sacrificed' in National Planning Framework 2:13

1d ago2:13

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County Leitrim is being sacrificed in the National Planning Framework. That's according to Labour Senator Nessa Cosgrove, who believes that that a number of amendments need to be made. The first major update to the National Planning Framework was agreed by Government ministers earlier this month. There's ongoing concern among Leitrim communities ov…

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Local business owner issues strong warning over scam 1:39

22h ago1:39

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A local business owner has issued a strong warning over a scam affecting his company. It's emerged that a forged business card is in circulation, pertaining to be Inver Hire and Power Equipment. A cloned business card is where a legitimate card's details are copied, meaning that it is very difficult to decipher which is the one belonging to the com…

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Further feud fears in Sligo after latest alleged petrol bomb attack 2:21

1d ago2:21

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There are further feud fears after the latest alleged petrol bomb attack in Sligo. The incident happened on Finisklin Road in the early hours of yesterday morning. A vehicle was completely destroyed by fire as a result. It comes a month after a petrol bomb was thrown through the window of a downstairs room at a house in Cranmore - it's not known if…

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Temperatures could get close to record high for April today 0:15

1d ago0:15

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Temperatures could get close to a record high for the month of April today. High pressure centred close to Ireland is bringing warm sunny conditions over the coming days. The current April record is 25.8 degrees Celcius which was set in Glenties, Co Donegal, in 1984. Alan O'Reilly from Carlow Weather doesn't think we'll quite make that - but he rec…

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Roundabout in Laghey a step closer 2:03

1d ago2:03

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A roundabout in Laghey is a step closer. The proposed infrastructure has been in the pipeline for some time and has been deemed as key in solving major safety issues in the area. The roundabout would be ideally situated close to the Pettigo junction. Negotiations are ongoing with landowners but it is expected that contract documentation will be fin…

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Hip surgeries on children may have been routine practice, Dail hears 2:17

1d ago2:17

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It's now been claimed that painful hip surgeries carried out on children may have been routine practice. An audit is currently examining the criteria for a specific type of hip surgery in young children carried out between 2021 and 2023. It was previously claimed in recent weeks that thousands of children could have undergone the unnecessary surger…

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Nearly 75% of first-time mothers had C-sections at Sligo hospital in February 1:10

11h ago1:10

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The rate of first-time mothers giving birth via caesarean section was 73.5% in Sligo University Hospital during February. This was noticeably higher than other hospitals across the region, with Letterkenny University Hospital on 35.5%, Galway University Hospital on 44.6% and Mayo University Hospital on 46.3%, while it was also a large increase on S…

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Solutions proposed to tackle Sligo park disrepair 2:31

12h ago2:31

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Concern has been raised by a number of Sligo residents over the current condition of Mitchell Curley Park. Many consider the area to have fallen into a serious state of disrepair, with sections of the children’s playground closed off. As it stands there is no government funding allocated for the maintenance of the facilities, which has left the are…

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Donegal TD backs Cllrs decision to walk-out of meeting 2:24

12h ago2:24

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A Donegal TD has backed his party’s Councillors decision to walk-out at a Donegal County Council meeting yesterday. All 100% Redress Party Cllrs exited the Special Plenary Meeting on Housing early in protest at current government measures on defective blocks. The party are requesting that the Minister for Housing James Browne TD visit Donegal and t…

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Full Show: Lungs Like a Rhino, Voice of an Angel! 14:33

2d ago14:33

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We’re coming to you live from Auckland for Nova’s Red Room Global Tour—and the chaos has well and truly followed us across the ditch! An influencer’s gone viral for organising her "final bites" at every meal—could you date someone who basically Marie Kondo’s their lunch? And finally... Introducing... Ricki's Booger Corner! See omnystudio.com/listen…

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If You Sleep With Multiple Pillows, You Have Problems! 3:22

2d ago3:22

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New research from the Journal of Sleep Research has revealed that people who sleep with multiple pillows are more likely to have higher anxiety, feel restless at night, and wake up exhausted. Turns out, stacking your bed with cushions could be a subconscious cry for comfort, control... or just a really good cuddle. 💤 See omnystudio.com/listener for…

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Public consultations to be set up for SLNCR Greenway 2:18

2d ago2:18

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Public consultations are being set up to get feedback on the planned route for the SLNCR Greenway. A preferred route has been identified in a recent meeting for all TDs and Cllrs from the region, and it's understood to have been received positively. It's hoped the proposed greenway could bring an economic boost with an increase of tourism across th…

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Minister expected to face grilling from North West Senators later 1:25

2d ago1:25

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The Forestry Minister is expected to face a grilling from North West Senators later. Minister of State Michael Healy-Rae is in the Seanad taking questions with the impact of how Storm Eowyn devastated this region set to be a hot topic. The Minister received some backlash for not meeting with key people impacted by the storm during a visit to Leitri…

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Concern for safety of Sligo retail workers 2:45

2d ago2:45

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There's concern that some Sligo retail workers continue to face aggression and threat of assault in shops. It comes as the Seanad will debate a bill to protect retail workers later today which creates specific offences for such incidents. It's thought that the Covid-19 pandemic brought about a particular spike in the likes of threats and aggression…

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Government accused of dragging their heels over commitment to Mica homeowners 2:06

2d ago2:06

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There are renewed calls on the Government to honour a promise to make increase in the cap for the Defective Block Grant Scheme available to all homeowners availing of the scheme and not just new entrants. It was a commitment made last autumn. Donegal Sinn Fein TD Padraig MacLochlainn has claimed that the delays are costing affected homeowners as mu…

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New beach school programme to be launched in Donegal 2:16

3d ago2:16

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A new beach school programme for children will be launched in Donegal this year. The first of its kind in the Northwest, Liquid Therapy has launched the school with the hopes of combining academic learning and surf therapy. Schools across the region are being encouraged to apply ahead of the start date next month. Tom Losey, Founder of Liquid Thera…

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Renewed calls for dog fouling clampdown in North West 2:17

3d ago2:17

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There are renewed calls for a clampdown on dog fouling in the North West. It follows a weekend incident in west Donegal where dog mess was left outside a local business premises. Independent Cllr Michael McClafferty believes that local authorities need to put more money into enforcement and fines. Speaking to Ocean FM news, Cllr McClafferty fears t…

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Donegal Cllrs stage walk-out in protest over housing inaction 2:53

3d ago2:53

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100% Redress Party Councillors have staged a walk-out at today’s Special Plenary Meeting on Housing in Donegal County Council. The exit is in protest at what they claim is a lack of engagement by the government in solving the defective block crisis. The party are requesting that the Minister for Housing James Browne TD visit Donegal and the homes i…

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Full Show: We’re SO Back Like Rodger Corser! 25:35

3d ago25:35

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We’re back, betch! After a two-week break, we’re dusting off the cobwebs and catching up in the only way we know how—with a chaotic Things We Missed Quiz. And yes, the weirdest celebrity couple you could possibly imagine was revealed: Liz Hurley and Billy Ray Cyrus. Truly, what timeline are we living in? Mailbag is packed too—turns out our gassy gi…

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Clarity for Sligo passengers on new fare calculator 2:27

3d ago2:27

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Passengers on the Sligo to Dublin train will not be impacted by the introduction of a new fare calculator. From today, Dublin is divided into zones with an expanded radius to include areas like Drogheda, Enfield, Navan and Newbridge. When using a leap card, the majority of fares are now significantly reduced - except for some Dublin regions which w…

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Support in Leitrim for paid climate leave 2:09

3d ago2:09

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Support has been given in Leitrim for the introduction of paid leave for workers during extreme weather conditions. The trade union Unite has called for four days of paid climate leave, after a survey of their members showed people didn’t feel safe going to work in the aftermath of Storm Eowyn. The Storm caused devastations across the North West ea…

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How Barron Trump Communicates Without a Phone Number! 3:54

3d ago3:54

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We're back with your Glossy fix! Osher Gunsberg has been announced as the host for the Real Housewives of Sydney reunion — airing next Tuesday on Binge. Meanwhile, Barron Trump is banned from giving out his phone number, so he’s keeping in touch with mates through Xbox and Discord. Plus, Harry Styles is making waves in Berlin... by rocking a pair o…

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Breast Check Mobile unit returning to Sligo 2:03

3d ago2:03

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The Breast Check Mobile unit is returning to Sligo. It hasn't been in the town for two years, with women having to travel to either Tubberycurry or Carrick-On-Shannon. The unit is to set up at the Showgrounds from next week with local women now beginning to receive their appointments. Local Fianna Fail Cllr Edel MacSharry is hopeful that it will ro…

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Crime rates for Sligo 'not surprising' 2:28

3d ago2:28

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It's hoped that investment being pumped into An Garda Siochana may reduce crime rates in Sligo. It comes as Sligo Garda Station experienced crime rates above pre-pandemic levels in 2024. New figures show that there were just over 1,500 offences recorded in Sligo last year, with theft accounting for almost a third at 479. Crime in rural parts of Sli…

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Local authorities get funding to improve electoral register data 0:22

3d ago0:22

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Local authorities in the North West have been allocated additional funds today to improve the collection of electoral register data. The total funding of 3 million euro is to enable county and city councils to modernise electoral registration and build on work done over the last two years. Significant changes to electoral registration process in 20…

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Taoiseach defends approach to housing targets 0:16

3d ago0:16

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The Taoiseach is defending the government's approach to housing targets. It's after the number of homeless people reached another record high, with more than 15 thousand 400 people accessing emergency accommodation last month. 169 adults were accessing emergency accommodation in Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal during this period - Sligo had the higest f…

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Donegal GAA podcast 27/04/2025 - Ulster final beckons 16:28

4d ago16:28

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Donegal are back in the Ulster football final following Sunday's 1-19 to 0-16 semi-final victory against Down. Martin McHugh and Manus Boyle give their postmatch assessment - as Donegal get ready to take on All-Ireland champions Armagh on May 10th in the provincial decider.

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Feared Government will not deliver on promise to tackle homelessness 0:21

4d ago0:21

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It's feared the government will not deliver on their promise to tackle homelessness. Recently released figures show that there were a total of 169 adults accessing emergency accommodation in Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal during this period. In terms of County breakdown, Sligo recorded the highest number at 82, followed by Donegal at 67 while there wer…

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Disgust after Sligo bring bank left in deplorable state 4:06

4d ago4:06

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There's disgust in Sligo following reports that a local bring bank was left in deplorable state over the weekend. Numerous bags of clothing and other household items were dumped beside the recycling and clothing bank on the Cranmore Road in recent. Sinn Fein Cllr Arthur Gibbons believes that while people should return another day if the banks are f…

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Funeral of Pope Francis takes place 0:46

5d ago0:46

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Over a quarter of a million people attended the funeral of Pope Francis in Rome today. People from all corners of the globe travelled to the Vatican to pay their respects to the late Pontiff. Earlier this morning people queued for hours before the funeral, while during the funeral, flags from different countries could be seen, representing the many…

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Large crowds attend Sligo launch of Relay for Life 0:20

5d ago0:20

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Large crowds attending the official launch of Relay for Life Sligo at the City Hall on Friday evening. The two-day event itself is set to take place over the weekend of September 13th & 14th on the ATU Sligo campus. Relay For Life is a celebration of solidarity and helps to raise awareness of the services provided by the Irish Cancer Society locall…

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High living costs impacting rural income 2:17

6d ago2:17

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The disparity of household income across Ireland, but in particular, in the north west, has been highlighted. Earlier this week, a CSO report showed that Donegal had the lowest median gross household income in the country just over €42,400. The figure in Leitrim was over €47,200, while Sligo was just shy of €50,000. Irish Rural Link say they believ…

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Lady Gaga's Exclusive Interview: 'My Whole Life Doesn't Revolve Around Only My Career Anymore!' 9:55

6d ago9:55

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We're back live this Monday, but in the meantime... Mother Monster herself Lady Gaga opened up to us about her new album Mayhem, describing it as a collection of dark dreams expressed through celebration, with Abracadabra embodying resilience on the dancefloor. She shared how the music video, choreographed by Paris Goebel, represents the fight of l…

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Donegal Priest reflects on personal friendship with Pope Francis 12:34

6d ago12:34

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A huge security operation is underway in Vatican City today ahead of Pope Francis's funeral tomorrow. More than 100-thousand mourners have so far filed past the Pope's open casket - as he lies in state for a final day in St Peter's Basilica. The pontiff's been there since Wednesday following his death in Vatican City on Easter Monday, aged 88. Done…

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Sligo parents warned over final day to apply to school transport scheme 0:53

6d ago0:53

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Parents across the North West are being reminded that today is the final day to apply and reapply to the school transport scheme. Every academic year the scheme causes major controversy locally, with some pupils struggling to get a seat on the school bus. This is down to the terms and conditions with concessionary and non-concessionary tickets. The…

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Emergency Aeromedical Service respond to 64 critical incidents across north west in 2024 2:27

6d ago2:27

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The Emergency Aeromedical Service responded to 64 critical incidents across the north west in 2024. Missions frequently involve significant trauma resulting from falls, road traffic collisions as well as medical emergencies. Run by the National Ambulance Service, these calls are separate to Resuce 118's search and rescue helicopter, they do offer s…

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Cancer patients south of Donegal 'excluded' from HSE bus to Galway 2:41

6d ago2:41

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It'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 Rathcorma…

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New name for Sligo distillery 2:57

6d ago2:57

2:57

US firm Sazerac have announced the renaming of Lough Gill Distillery in Sligo, which will now be known as Hawk’s Rock Distillery. The distillery is currently closed to the public during renovations, but it has been confirmed that Sazerac has received planning permission to develop ‘a future visitor experience’ at the site. Hawk’s Rock will continue…

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Two Donegal sites included in latest EPAs 2024 National Priority list 0:14

6d ago0:14

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Two Donegal sites have been included in the latest EPAs 2024 National Priority list. The report out today identified Aurivo Consumer Foods Limited for discharges to water and Glenmore Biogas in Ballybofey for odour issues. Water pollution and bad smells are the most common failures the EPA has found in breaches by waste and industrial facilities. T…

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Mullooly calls for unity over farming sector 2:28

7d ago2:28

2:28

The lack of unity among Irish MEPs over EU trade decisions has been called into question. A recent European Parliament vote on the Mercusor trade agreement brought forward a number of amendments. Midlands-North West MEP Ciaran Mullooly has hit out at a number of his colleagues, including those aligned to Fine Gael for rejecting those amendments, sa…

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Strandhill traders share thoughts over market future 16:52

7d ago16:52

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There's concern that the future of the Strandhill peoples market hangs in the balance. The market held at Sligo Airport was initially due to reopen for the 2025 season in March but has been delayed, with over 160 traders are said to be displaced as a result. This centres on ongoing training for the new Irish Coastguard helicopter service taking pla…

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'I Farted on Ricki-Lee!'... A Fan's Gassy Encounter 4:58

7d ago4:58

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We're back live this Monday, but in the meantime... We ask the question 'was your fart a work of art?' and geez, didn't we get the best caller! This fan admitted he farted on our very own gassy girl! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Nova Podcasts

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