The Irish Heart Foundation has warned of the health dangers of sitting beside and open fire, and say that a total ban on smoky coal is not enough, that burning turf and wood is just as harmful. CEO Tim Collins has been outlining their findings, but not everyone is willing to comply

A campaign us underway to save St Mary's High School in Brollagh, Belleek, after being earmarked for closure by the North's Education Minister. Parents have been supported by local politicians in trying to have the Minister overturn his decision, which they claim amounts to a denial of education rights

Councillors in Sligo are coming under pressure to outline which way they will vote on a motion on Monday next, which it's claimed, if passed, could pave the way for more gaming arcades for the Town. Businessman Seamus Maye and Deputy Marc MacSharry explain why they are opposed, while Cllr Tom MacSharry clarifies his position

It's the return of In the Garden with Feeney's Garden Centre in Glencar. and Liam Feeney is on hand to answer all your questions, as you prepare for the start of the gardening season

t's been claimed that there could be an influx of gambling halls into Sligo Town if a proposal to come before next Monday's meeting of Sligo Municipal District Council is passed. That's according to Labour Party area representative, Nessa Cosgrove, who says the council are due to debate adoption of Part III of the Gaming and Lotteries Act

Mary Reynolds was the first female TD elected for Sligo-Leitrim back in 1932. Her legacy is recalled on International Women's Day, and she's included in the a new book on the women of the Cumann naGaedheal and Fine Gael parties

The Sligo hurlers and connections are undertaking a fundraising drive to raise funds for county hurling and two local charities: North West Stop and the Sligo Cancer Support Centre.

The players, mentors, supporters and friends are going to journey (virtually) from the Sligo GAA Centre of Excellence in Scarden to Sligo GAA at Gaelic Park in New York.

Team selector Declan Molloy explained more to Ocean FM Sport's Austin O'Callaghan.

Two cousins, Karl & Conor McKeon completed what was known as thethe 4x4x48 Challenge at the weekend to raises thousands of euros for the West of Ireland heart and stroke charity Croí.

The duo pledged to run four miles ever four hours for 48 hours.

Both men are from Gurteen in Sligo - but are based in the UK.

Sligo LGFA's new under-17 programme aims to help players born in 2004 continue their personal development - and enjoy a diverse range of activities in an atmosphere of fun and enjoyment.

Sorcha McLoughlin, Claire Rooney and Fintan Kennedy joined Austin O'Callaghan on Sunday to explain how it works.

Ballymote jockey Darragh Keenan rode two winners at Newcastle on Friday evening to reach 95 wins as an apprentice. The total enables him to get a full-time professional jockey's licence.

He spoke to Ocean FM Sport on Sunday about that milestone - and the impact the Gordon Elliott controversy has had this week on the sport he loves.