Step into Selene, a city cloaked in darkness and teeming with horrors – from evil headmistresses to murderous marionettes, black worm parasites, haunted hotels, and eerie sleepwalkers. Meet the Paranormal Investigators of Needle Street, newly arrived to battle the encroaching malevolence. Inspired by Poe, Edward Gorey, and Agatha Christie, their adventures promise twisted mysteries and unforgettable characters. Immersive audio brings the city to life, blending dark humor with bone-chilling s ...
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You Can’t Eat the Sunshine is the podcast of Esotouric, the offbeat Los Angeles company that turns the notion of guided bus tours on its ear. Each week, join Kim Cooper and Richard Schave on their Southern California adventures, as they visit with fascinating characters for wide-ranging interviews that reveal the myths, contradictions, inspirations and passions of the place. There’s never been a city quite like Los Angeles. Tune in if you’d like to find out why.
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We play in places and spaces you'd never expect to find an orchestra, from sheds to warehouses, foyers to art deco cinemas and aeroplane hangers! We perform music from Mozart to Metallica, Björk to Beethoven and everything in between. Our mission is 'Music for Everyone' and by taking the orchestra out of the concert hall and into communities across WA, we are proud to have performed to over 350,000 people so far.
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The best of WLRN News storytelling, including radio series, special-topics coverage and interactive projects.
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We share the stories, challenges, and successes of the top transit professionals from around the world. Learn how top transit leaders got to where they are with stories and insights from their careers. Get the inside story about public transit and transit trends from the people who run it. Transit Unplugged is hosted and produced by Paul Comfort and brought to you by Modaxo Learn more at https://transitunplugged.com/
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CULTURE ALT features interviews of the world's culture and lifestyle icons, from international artists to award winning film directors, designers, Michelin Star chefs, best luxury travel spots and much more. Interviews by Maia Morgensztern, journalist and broadcaster. Podcasts in English and in French www.culturealt.com Instagram @maiamorgen
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We are now hosted at: https://www.gumbiecatnetworks.com/art-i-swear/ A lot of people don't understand modern art or contemporary art history - because the art world is full of snobs. We are far, far, too silly to be those people. Art, I Swear - two nerdy friends hosting a podcast which asks: what you want to learn about art? We post bi-monthly with a bonus interview every month.
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Tune in to hear about what's happening with arts and culture up in the North East of England.
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Miami’s 21st century genre-bending chamber orchestra, Nu Deco Ensemble, presents unfiltered conversations with dynamic and award-winning musical artists, trailblazing composers, and forward-thinking industry leaders and CEO’s. Hosted by Co-Founder and Artistic Director, Jacomo Bairos, these conversations dive deep into the lives and works of these exceptional artists and leaders, peeling back the mysterious curtain of creativity and inspiration, while exploring life wisdom gleaned from their ...
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Culinary Historians of Chicago studies the history of food and drink in human cultures. Why we procure, prepare and serve the food we do has cultural, sociological, geographical, financial and political influences. We encourage participation from all walks of life: from academics to home cooks, chefs to grill masters, farmers to heirloom gardeners, food scientists to students. Our programs, and those of our sister organization Chicago Foodways Roundtable, are supported by research, fieldwork ...
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The Great indoors is a celebration of all things interiors and everything you need to know about making your house a home. In each episode, TV presenter and designer Sophie Robinson and best-selling author and journalist Kate Watson-Smyth will discuss, debate and guide you through the top trends and hottest topics from the home front. So pull up a chair…
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Strong opposition to Art Deco library proposals
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Proposals to turn the Art Deco building in Ballymote into a library have been met with stern opposition. An announcement was made this week by the Department of Rural and Community Development that 1.3m euro would be allocated to develop the library in the current cultural facility. The announcement appears to have come as a complete surprise, with…
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Leitrim Council urged to consider service sites for housing
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Leitrim County Council have been encouraged to explore the option of service sites to alleviate the housing issues in the county. It has come to light that a new house has not been built in Kiltyclogher in the last 20 years. New builds are currently being held up in Leitrim due to a number of factors, with issues relating to houses connecting to wa…
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Latest European candidate announced for Midlands-North West
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The National Party has announced their European election candidate for the Midlands-North West constituency. James Reynolds, leader of the National Party, will be stepping forward for the elections on June 7th. There will be 14 seats up for grabs in Ireland, which is one more than in the last elections in 2019. Mr Reynolds said that his priorities …
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"It's a very happy day for the town" - Cllr Barry Sweeny
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Although the hospital has not opened to full capacity yet, local Fine Gael councillor, Barry Sweeny, says it's a momentous day for the region.
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Local Link asked to return 981 bus to its original route
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Local Link have been urged to restore the 981 bus route to its original route as soon as possible. The service runs from Coolaney to Sligo town, and passes through Collooney and Ballisodare, but recent roadworks mean that the bus currently avoids going into Collooney village altogether. Passengers now have to walk out of Collooney to the bus stop a…
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Calls for stronger action plan to combat rural crime
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Calls have been made for a much stronger clampdown on rural crime. Donegal Fianna Fáil Senator, and European election candidate, Niall Blaney, says there needs to be an "all-out" action plan to decrease crime levels in rural areas. He feels that stronger penalties needs to be imposed, and feels that the Garda commissioner needs to take more respons…
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Sligo St Vincent De Paul shop closes today for final time
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The St Vincent De Paul shop on Harmony Hill in Sligo will close its doors today for the final time. This is another hit to services in the local community, following the recent closure of the North West Simon Community's premises. It's confirmed that the shop fails to make the surplus required in order to maintain its operation. Mairead McGurren, t…
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Local Cllr highlights lack of Rosses Point tourism resources
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There's disappointment regarding the lack of tourism resources allocated towards Rosses Point over the next few years. Rosses Point is a popular location among locals and tourists, but it is claimed that it may be a victim of its own success. Sligo-Drumcliffe Fianna Fáil Cllr Dónal Gilroy raised the issue at the meeting of the county's development …
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The West of Ireland Champions Centenary Dinner
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The Final Whistle gives you a flavour of Thursday night’s Champions Dinner at Co Sligo Golf Club in Rosses Point, celebrating the past winners of golf’s West of Ireland Championship over the last century.
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Up-to-date science must be used to ensure full mica redress
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Questions have been asked in the Dáil regarding the science used in the defective block scheme. The issue was raised by Independent Donegal TD Thomas Pringle, who urged the Government to use the most up to date science available. Deputy Pringle's query came after the National Standards Authority of Ireland said that there is no evidence that pyrrho…
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Donegal teenager shines international light on local fishing struggles
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A young Donegal fisherwoman's visit to the European Parliament has shone a light on the plight of fishing communities in the North West. That's according to Sinn Fein MEP Chris MacManus, who speaking after Muireann Kavanagh took her fight for fishing communities to Strasbourg this week. The 14 year old has been outlining her anger at “demeaning and…
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Cuts in electricity prices must be felt by the customer - Harkin
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Customers could be in line for a reduction in electricity prices, after it was revealed that wholesale energy costs have dropped significantly. The predicted cuts are expected to be between 10% and 20%, with recent CSO figures recording a drop of 40% in the last year. A number of energy providers have reduced their prices of late, with new company …
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Ballyshannon Community Hospital opens its doors today
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Today is the official opening of Ballyshannon Community Hospital. The new facility cost €36.7m, and is currently opening on a phased basis, to be fully operational by December, with 52 long-stay beds and 20 short-stay beds. The care provided includes convalescence, rehabilitation, respite, and palliative care, along with services such as Speech and…
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The Final Whistle podcast 25/04/2024 - T is for Tyrone
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Paddy McGill logs on with Stephen Griffin (St Naul's) and Owenie McGarvey (Naomh Mhuire) to discuss parenthood....and Donegal v Tyrone this Sunday.
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The Final Whistle gives you a flavour of Thursday night's Champions Dinner at Co Sligo Golf Club in Rosses Point, celebrating the past winners of golf's West of Ireland Championship over the last century.
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Donegal Minister highlights fodder support system in Dáil
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Speaking in the Dáil today, the Minister for Agriculture has eased concerns over a fodder shortage by highlighting a current trading system that is keeping up with demand. Farmers have been worried across the country regarding the fodder supply as stocks were exhausted due to poor weather conditions at the start of this year. The Donegal-based Mini…
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Need for Easkey tourism facilities highlighted at county meeting
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The need for tourism facilities in Easkey has received new hope as a proposal is in place which aims to alleviate the persistent issue. A submission was raised at the recent Sligo County Development Plan meeting, which highlighted the current situation and lack of supports in place. Ballymote-Tubbercurry Cllr Michael Clarke gave his full support at…
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Tensions spilled over in the Dáil this afternoon regarding the issue of fishing stocks once again. Donegal Sinn Fein TD Pearse Doherty highlighted the case of Arranmore teenager, Muireann Kavanagh, who made the trip to the European Parliament this week to make a case to fish pollock within her own community. Deputy Doherty made his points to fellow…
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Public meeting on vacant and derelict properties in Donegal on Friday
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Donegal County Council are hosting an information session in conjunction with the Credit Union regarding vacant and derelict properties in the county. It will be held between 11am and 2pm in the library in Bundoran at 2pm on Friday, April 26th. The aim of the session is to give people more information on how they can avail of the various schemes re…
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Former Leitrim vice-principal bemoans religion teacher shortage
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A former Leitrim vice-principal says the current Religion teacher shortage is due to decisions made years ago. Along with the decline in numbers, a new study has found younger teachers in Catholic schools are less likely to believe in God. This study comes amid calls for a discussion on whether religious education should be part of the school curri…
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Water discolouration issues in Carney set to be cleared up
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The long-standing issue of water discolouration in the Carney area looks set to be resolved. Uisce Éireann have confirmed they will place an automatic scour valve on the line, which will see maintenance carried out remotely on the recently laid PVC pipes. Water discolouration has been a problem for homes in the Finnid area of Carney in particular, …
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Leitrim farmers frustrated over paperwork with Sheep Welfare Scheme
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Farmers in Leitrim are said to be frustrated over additional paperwork with the new Sheep Welfare Scheme. The scheme offers a financial incentive to sheep farmers who carry out a number of measures like the sheering or plunge dipping of ewes. When combined with payments under the Sheep Improvement Scheme, sheep farmers will be eligible for a paymen…
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Notable increase in dumping in Donegal Town area
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There's said to be a notable increase in dumping and littering in the wider Donegal Town area. In one recent case, two bags of dirty nappies were found dumped at the Gap while boxes of bottles and cans were discovered near the Tullyearl roundabout. Major clean-up operations have been carried out by the local community and Tidy Towns Committees and …
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Low-cost retrofit loan scheme welcomed locally
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A new Government loan scheme to retrofit homes has been welcomed locally. 500 million euro has been put towards the new scheme, which will see homeowners who receive home energy upgrade grants to cover the rest of the costs with low-interest loans. Loans of up to 75,000 euro will be made available at significantly lower rates in order for homeowner…
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Range of topics to be discussed at Prison Officer Association's conference today
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Chronic overcrowding and violence are the key issues set to be discussed at the Prison Officers Association conference in Sligo later today. The conference, which is getting underway in the Radisson Blu Hotel in Rosses Point, is also set to talk about the stark increase of assaults on prison staff across the country. The Association has been callin…
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Bundoran RNLI rescued a fisherman after his 6 metre open top fishing boat sustained engine failure approximately half a mile from the pier at the lifeboat station. The alarm was raised just before 11am this morning after the casualty raised the alarm when the boat's engine failed close to rocks. Arriving on scene, the crew observed that the fisherm…
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Welcome to episode 300 of Transit Unplugged! When Paul started the podcast in November 2017, I don't think anyone would have thought that seven seasons later we'd be at our 300th episode. Paul started this podcast to shine a light on the impact of transit on society and give transit leaders a chance to talk about their agencies and their careers, u…
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Transit Unplugged, the world's leading podcast for transit professionals, is hosted and produced by Modaxo SVP and transit evangelist Paul Comfort. Each week, Paul sits down with public transit leaders from around the world to talk about their agencies, how they're facing current challenges, their thoughts on the future of public transit, plus insi…
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Proposed gambling ball to impact north west clubs and charities
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The impact of the proposed Gambling Bill on clubs and organisations in the north west has been brought before the floor of the Dáil. The Bill aims to bring about regulations in different aspects, including gambling licenses, sponsorships, and advertisements. This includes charities and sports clubs, who will not be permitted to advertise their draw…
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Sligo Leitrim TD supports abolishment of carers means test
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A Sligo-Leitrim TD spoke out on the motion of support for carers in the Dáil today, backing to abolish the carers allowance means test. There are calls for all-party support, to provide financial stability and recognition to family carers across the country. It is estimated that family carers in Sligo save the state around €260m every year, Leitrim…
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Taoiseach defends Government investment in Sligo
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The Taoiseach has defended Government investment in County Sligo. Simon Harris was responding to questions from Independent Sligo Leitrim TD Marian Harkin over a lack of housing in Sligo and the North West. Deputy Harkin claimed that the region was only getting 'bits and bobs' when it comes to major funding and urged the Taoiseach to get on with bu…
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Urgent calls for retention of services at St Michaels Family Life Centre
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Every effort must be made to retain services at St Michaels Family Life Centre in Sligo. That's according to Independent TD Marc MacSharry, who was reacting to revelations that centre is to close at the end of the year. The building, located on Church Hill in the town, houses a range of vital community services such as Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcoti…
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Donegal family forced to abandon mica-affected home
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A family in county Donegal has been forced to abandon their mica-affected home as it has now become inhabitable. Paddy Diver and his family are one of a number of a number across the county confronted by the crisis. He and his wife Amanda moved into the home 12 years ago. A vocal campaigner, Mr. Diver said the situation had deteriorated to such an …
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Investigation continuing into major gorse fire in west Sligo
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An investigation is continuing into a major overnight gorse fire in west Sligo. The blaze broke out close to the Lough Easkey road last night and ravaged through the local countryside. Extensive damage has been caused to vast amounts of land as a result. The cause of the fire is not yet known. Local Fine Gael Cllr Dara Mulvey has been praising the …
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Basking sharks spotted off north Sligo coast
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A group of basking sharks have been spotted off the north Sligo coast. The massive creatures have been spotted feeding at Mullaghmore in recent days. Basking sharks are the second-largest living fish and are known for their gentle nature and are most frequently sighted in the north Atlantic coast from April to September, particularly in pleasant we…
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Gaelscoil Chluainín to provide solution to Manorhamilton childcare issue
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It looks like the childcare issue in North Leitrim is going to be sorted. Gaelscoil Chluainín in Manorhamilton has confirmed that it will provide childcare facilities for up to 20 children. Places will be available from the new academic year. It follows concerns by the local community over a severe lack of childcare places in the area. Local Indepe…
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Funding of up to 1.3m has been allocated for a new library in Ballymote. The library will aim to serve the majority of the South Sligo region. It's the second injection of cash for community facilities in Ballymote, after 2.65m was allocated for the development of a community centre over the weekend. Sligo Leitrim TD, Fine Gael's Frank Feighan, say…
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Proposal for developments earmarked at Hazelwood and Ballinode
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A submission for the rezoning of lands for housing and community facilities in Hazelwood and Ballinode has been welcomed by a local councillor. The proposal includes social housing, student accommodation, and affordable and private housing. Sligo-Drumcliffe Fine Gael Cllr Tom Fox highlighted the importance of matching community demands with the inc…
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14 year old Donegal fisherwoman to appear in European Parliament today
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A 14 year old Irish fisherwoman is at the European Parliament in Strasbourg today - campaigning for fair treatment for fishing communities back at home. Muireann Kavanagh from Arranmorae Island off the west coast of County Donegal, is the guest of Sinn Féin MEP for Midlands North West, Chris MacManus. The MEP says Muireann's own experience of being…
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People Before Profit confirm candidates for upcoming local and European elections
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People Before Profit have confirmed their three candidates to run in June's local and European election. Sitting councillor, Gino O'Boyle, will seek re-election in the Sligo Strandhill Municipal District, while Emma Hendrick is going to run in the Ballymote Tubbercurry Municipal District. As previously confirmed, Dr Brian O'Boyle will be the party'…
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Local Cllr rejects concerns over Ballisodare planning site
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Concerns that were raised over a Ballisodare planning site have been dismissed by a local councillor. The site is aimed for a housing project, but it was remarked that the area is unsuitable for the endeavour due to its lack of accessibility. Sligo Sinn Féin Cllr Arthur Gibbons highlighted that he tries to back any proposal that attempts to tackle …
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Please enjoy this short musical interlude Selene - A Narrated Supernatural Mystery https://www.patreon.com/Cleverthan A Clever > Than Production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Calls for memorial garden to be built on the site of Creeslough tragedy
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There is a call build a memorial garden on the site of the Cresslough tragedy. Families of the 10 victims who lost their lives in the explosion in Donegal have expressed their disappointment over plans to rebuild a petrol station and shop on the site. They feel they haven't been listened to in relation to the development. Donna Harper's daughter Le…
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It's been claimed that Manorhamilton Garda Station isn't open on a full time basis. On several occasions, it's reported that a notice has appeared on the front door of the station advising people to make contact with Carrick-on- Shannon Garda Station with their issues. Local Fine Gael Cllr Sean McDermott says Manorhamilton Garda Station is a very i…
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Massive funding announced for North West through Local Improvement Scheme
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A record amount of funding has been announced today for the Local Improvement Scheme. Up to 40m has been allocated nationwide by the Department of Rural and Community Development. The North West will be huge beneficiaries of today's announcement, with 4.7m euro heading for the region. Donegal will receive the biggest share, with just over 2.58m. Th…
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