North West Today

North West Today

Author: OceanFM Ireland Language: English Episodes: 100
Each morning with North West Today, Niall Delaney cuts through the noise to deliver the stories that matter most to people living across the region. This multi-award-winning podcast doesn't just follow the news; it sets the conversation, blending hard-hitting interviews with genuine listener voices discussing local issues that hit close to home. You'll find a real mix, from pressing political discussions to deeply human interest stories that highlight the character of the North West. A particular highlight arrives every Tuesday with the 'On The Beat' feature, where Niall is joined by local Gardaí. These segments offer practical advice and direct updates on community policing and crime prevention, straight from those who know the streets. It’s this consistent, grounded approach-part daily briefing, part community forum-that makes the podcast an essential start to the day. Tune in for a clear, engaging digest that feels less like a broadcast and more like a reliable check-in with what’s happening on your doorstep.
Episodes
Should pets be allowed on public transport? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:19
A public consultation process is underway to get views on whether pets should be allowed on our public transport systems, including all buses and trains. It's been launched by the National Transport Authority. Paula is a…
Sligo man outlines details of weekend of missile attacks in Dubai [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:08
Sligo man, Michael Garrett, who resides in Dubai, has been describing the 'eerie and strange' sight and sound of missiles being fired at the city over the weekend. As the Middle East crisis continues, Michael says things…
Our life of horror - Sligo sexual abuse victims tell  their story [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:47
Three of the five children sexually abused by a Sligo man outline the horrendous details of what they experienced. Last Friday, Noel Farrell was jailed for 20 years at the Central Criminal Court for the abuse. The childr…
Bishop issues clarification in directive on hosting wakes in Churches [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:47
The Bishop of Ardagh and Clonmacnois has issued a clarification over a letter he sent to parishoners and clergy directing that Churches should stop hosting wakes. Bishop Paul Connell insists he has NOT banned removals fr…
Parent appeals to Education Minister over delay to new Sligo Gaelscoil [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:14
Parents of students attening the Gaelscoil in Sligo, along with staff, are intensifying their efforts to have a new school provided, despite its exclusion from the latest Dept of Education school building programme. Cons…
Canon Tom delighted with Pat Spillane's Mass approval [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:35
Kerry GAA legend Pat Spillane revealed his daily practice of accessing daily online Catholic Masses on national TV at the weekend and revealed that the Mass at Rathcormac in Co Sligo is one of his favourites of all - bea…

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