A farmer in County Sligo is counting the cost after his pedigree Suffolk ram lamb went missing a number of days ago.

The lamb, with an estimated worth of €1,100, was last seen in land at Cloonnamaanagh Ballymote on Wednesday September 3rd.

A Garda investigation into the incident is continuing.

The owner, TJ Keaveney says he has searched the surrounding area thoroughly but to no avail.

Speaking to Ocean FM news, MR. Keaveney is of the belief that he was taken:

Sligo councillor Liam Brennan has tabled a motion calling for better access to Sligo University Hospital for patients with mobility issues.

He wants the hospital shuttle bus service extended to weekends and new mobility-friendly parking near the temporary entrance.

Cllr Brennan is also seeking an update on the long-term plans for the hospital’s main entrance.

Speaking to Ocean FM News, Cllr Liam Brennan said the changes would make a real difference to patients and visitors alike.

Sligo County Councillor and Regional Health Forum member speaks to Ocean FM news on what changes need to be made to lower unsafe bed levels in hospitals.

A call has been made for Sligo County Council to roll out a Green Dog Walkers Scheme to tackle ongoing issues with dog fouling.

Cllr Dara Mulvey is tabling a motion at yesterday's meeting, urging a friendly, non-confrontational approach to change public behaviour.

The initiative, already active in other counties, encourages responsible dog ownership through visible community support.

Speaking to Ocean Fm Cllr Mulvey says the scheme promotes health, safety, and cleaner public spaces, especially for children vulnerable to illness from dog waste.

Donegal Cllr calls for proper planning with camper van culture

Today marks World Suicide Prevention Day, Pieta is urging communities across the northwest to speak out and prioritise suicide prevention on a national level through it's no more silence campaign.

Pieta is drawing attention to a growing concern, as one in three people who seek its support are children and teenagers, many of them still in school.

In the past year, the organisation delivered more than 17,800 hours of free therapy to over 2,400 young people under the age of 18.

Speaking to Ocean FM, Pieta's Communications Manager Matthew Oakes encouraged people in the northwest to stand behind the No More Silence campaign and help ensure suicide prevention becomes a national priority.

Calls made for lifeguard support at local tidal pool

The idea of a canopy to cover Queen Maeve Square is being explored.

The amenity has hosted a wide range of events since opening but some were said to be a washout, impacting turnout and the overall experience.

The canopy would be retractable, paving the way for yearlong events to be held at the square.

Labour Cllr Anne Higgins says while it'll come down to funding, there is huge support for the infrastructure to be put in place:

There are renewed calls for action on the Donegal Town Flood Relief Scheme as residents are said to be facing another winter of uncertainty.

Donegal County Council is under pressure to provide an immediate update on the project, which was announced two years ago but has yet to move to the construction stage.

Cllr Noel Jordan says people in flood-prone areas like Clareden Drive are living in fear with no clear timeline in place.

Speaking to Ocean FM News, he says delays are no longer acceptable and the town needs visible progress now.

Local Cllr questions standards of public facilities