Best Breast Unit Podcasts (2025)

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Breast Check Mobile unit returning to Sligo 2:03

1d 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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Concern for safety of Sligo retail workers 2:45

9h 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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Public consultations to be set up for SLNCR Greenway 2:18

9h 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

9h 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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Government accused of dragging their heels over commitment to Mica homeowners 2:06

9h 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

20h 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

23h 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

23h 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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Support in Leitrim for paid climate leave 2:09

1d 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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Clarity for Sligo passengers on new fare calculator 2:27

1d 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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Local authorities get funding to improve electoral register data 0:22

1d 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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Crime rates for Sligo 'not surprising' 2:28

1d 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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Taoiseach defends approach to housing targets 0:16

1d 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

2d 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

2d 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

2d 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

3d 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

3d 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

4d 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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Sligo parents warned over final day to apply to school transport scheme 0:53

4d 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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Two Donegal sites included in latest EPAs 2024 National Priority list 0:14

4d 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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Donegal Priest reflects on personal friendship with Pope Francis 12:34

4d 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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Emergency Aeromedical Service respond to 64 critical incidents across north west in 2024 2:27

4d 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

4d 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

4d ago2:57

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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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Mullooly calls for unity over farming sector 2:28

5d ago2:28

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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

5d 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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Leitrim will not be left in the dark again - Calleary 2:29

5d ago2:29

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The Rural and Community Development Minister has conceded that North West communities cannot be left without power for weeks on end after any future storm. Minster Dara Callearys comments come as part of a visit to Leitrim today which was arguably the County worst hit by Storm Eowyn. The Minister will be visiting projects and performing official op…

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No reopening date yet for Waterworld 2:18

5d ago2:18

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There's still no reopening date for Waterworld in Bundoran. Major refurbishment works at the facility are ongoing, with approximately €2.2 million being invested into the overall upgrade. The works include the addition of a new reception and viewing area, the extension and a total revamp of the changing area An upgrade to disabled access through th…

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North West farmers urged to reject lower price for beef 0:36

5d ago0:36

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Farmers across the region are being urged to reject lower price offers for their beef stock. The IFA say factories are trying to get back control of the market as steer prices have risen by over 18 cent per kilo since the start of the month. While demand is high, supplies remain low, Bord Bia is predicting a reduction of 87 thousand cattle in the b…

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Relay for Life Sligo official launch this weekend 2:42

5d ago2:42

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Relay for Life Sligo is being officially launched at the City Hall tomorrow 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 locally and nationally. …

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Minister outlines proposals to teacher's permanent contracts 1:27

6d ago1:27

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Newly qualified teachers may become eligible for a permanent contract after just one year in a post, in a new measure announced by the Minister for Education. The change is designed to reduce precarity and casualisation in the profession and to boost teacher supply by encouraging more qualified teachers to stay and work in Ireland. Many newly quali…

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North west CAMHS staff numbers continue to fall 2:15

6d ago2:15

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It’s emerged that the north west has seen a decrease in the number of staff working in child and adolescent mental health teams. Figures released to Wicklow-Wexford Deputy Malcolm Byrne show that staff numbers at CHO 1 fell from 90 at the end of 2023 to 84 last December. Nationally, waiting lists continue to rise with over 3,700 children in the que…

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Mixed emotions in Rome, says Leitrim Priest 0:49

6d ago0:49

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There's mixed emotions in Rome, according to a Leitrim Priest who's there. Tens of thousands of people have gathered at the Vatican, as mourners file past Pope Francis's open coffin to pay their last respects. The 88-year-old died on Monday, after suffering a stroke. The late Pontiff is now lying-in-state in Saint Peter's Basilica. Speaking to Ocea…

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Flames which engulfed Donegal Church reached 'heights of heaven' 3:55

6d ago3:55

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The flames which engulfed a west Donegal Church reached the heights of heaven. That's according to Parish Priest Father Brian O'Fearraigh who at the scene of the fire at St. Mary's chapel in Derrybeg on Easter Monday morning. The Church has been completely gutted but fundraising efforts are already underway with almost €40,000 raised so far to rebu…

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Donegal GP's term as IMO president to come to an end 2:17

6d ago2:17

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The Health Minister has come under fire as she is unable to attending the annual Irish Medical Organisation AGM this week. The conference is usually addressed by whoever is in the ministerial role, but Jennifer Carroll MacNeill has opted out. A spokeswoman said she had “a long-standing personal commitment that predated her appointment as minister f…

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Frustration grows over delays in Sligo NCT dates 2:21

6d ago2:21

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Frustration continues to be expressed over the current NCT system. A number of motorists, particularly in Sligo are experiencing delays at getting appropriate date. According to the NCT website, the next available date at the Sligo centre is June 28th. While some other centres in the north west have a backlog of up to a month and a half for an appo…

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Concern over lack of funding for local playground insurance 2:55

6d ago2:55

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The lack of insurance being provided by the Government for local playgrounds has been branded a major setback for Tidy Town groups. It comes committees across Sligo, Leitrim and south Donegal are set to benefit from a new insurance premium which will ultimately reduce costs significantly. However, some groups still need to fundraise to get the like…

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Major issue with respite in south Donegal 1:24

6d ago1:24

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It's claimed that there's a major issue with respite in south Donegal. There's said to be several families impacted in the area, and despite applying for respite hours, there's not enough beds in community hospitals to facilitate them. Fine Gael Senator Manus Boyle believes that every effort needs to be made to ensure these people get the break tha…

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Towns in North West to benefit from new insurance agreement 1:40

6d ago1:40

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Many tidy town committees across Sligo, Leitrim and south Donegal are set to benefit from a new insurance premium. A typical insurance premium is around €1,500 which rises to almost €7,000 for larger towns which is said to be a significant drain on the finances of local groups. All tidy towns groups are now 'pooled together' to avail of a master po…

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Mass to mark passing of Pope Francis to take place 1:12

7d ago1:12

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A number of masses will take place locally to mark the passing of Pope Francis. His funeral will be held on Saturday morning. The Vatican has confirmed it will take place in the square in front of St Peter's Basilica at 9am Irish time. His coffin will then be taken inside the church and from there brought to the Rome basilica of Santa Maria Maggior…

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Pope Francis brought the church "to a better place" 2:19

7d ago2:19

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Pope Francis has been remembered locally for bringing the church “to a better place”, following his passing. A local parish priest has commended the late pontiff's term after passed away on Monday at the age of 88 following his battle with pneumonia and "complex" health conditions. Millions have paid tribute to the late Pope Francis since the news …

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Pilgrims mourn Pope Francis' death 1:58

7d ago1:58

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The death of Pope Francis continues to be marked at Knock Shrine. Pilgrims have gathered over the last 24 hours or so to pay their respects. Hundreds gathered on Monday morning to honour the late pontiff following his passing. Many were in attendance in August 2018, when Pope Francis himself visited to the International Marian Shrine at Knock. Ocea…

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Local Parish Priest reminisces Pope Francis' visit to Knock 3:35

7d ago3:35

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Father Richard Gibbons, Parish Priest in Knock has been reminiscing on Pope Francis’ visit in 2018. He made a notable visit, an occasion many will fondly remember after attending the World Meeting of Families in Dublin. While almost three years on from his visit, Pope Francis officially recognised Knock as both a Eucharistic and Marian Shrine. Spea…

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Pope Francis' arrival to Ireland West Airport remembered 2:25

7d ago2:25

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As part of his historic visit to the Marian shrine at Knock, Pope Francis arrived into Ireland West Airport. He arrived by chartered Aer Lingus flight from Dublin on Sunday morning, August 26th from Dublin and travelled by motorcade the 20-kilometre route along the N17 to Knock shrine. It was following the first ever Papal visit to Ireland in 1979,…

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Bishop Doran pays tribute to Pope Francis 3:11

8d ago3:11

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The Bishop of Elphin and Achonry has paid tribute to the late Pope Francis, describing him as a listening pope who also encouraged others to listen. The pontiff passed away yesterday morning at the age of 88. Arrangements are now underway for his funeral - which will be stripped-down, as per his wishes. Bishop Kevin Doran has also been reflecting o…

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Fundraising efforts to rebuild West Donegal Church begin 2:20

8d ago2:20

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An investigation is continuing into a major fire at a Church in West Donegal. The blaze broke out at St. Mary's Chapel in Derrybeg in the early hours of this morning. Despite the best efforts from the emergency services, the building has been extensively damaged. Speaking to Ocean FM news, Donegal Sinn Fein TD Pearse Doherty says attentions are alr…

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Treatment De-escalation for Favorable Risk Breast Cancer 29:30

8d ago29:30

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Dr. Chino talks with Dr. Atif Khan and Dr. Lola Fayanju about the shift in breast cancer management from reducing locoregional recurrence and improving breast cancer mortality to deintensification, shared decision making, and improved quality of life. This discussion will be based off a JCO OP editorial published in late 2024 called “Contextual Fra…

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Sligo County Council to host clinics on Enhanced Defective Concrete Blocks Grant Scheme 0:24

9d ago0:24

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Sligo County Council are to host three clinics to advise those applying for the Enhanced Defective Concrete Blocks Grant Scheme on the Online Application process. Following a report by the housing agency, Sligo was included in the scheme after a significant number of effected properties were found in the county. The clinics will be by appointment o…

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Leitrim Priest gives update from Rome following death of Pope Francis 3:53

9d ago3:53

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Crowds are already gathering at St. Peters Square in Rome following the news of the death of Pope Francis who has died at the age of 88. The Vatican says the Pontiff passed away at 25 to 8 this morning, local time. He was admitted to hospital in February and spent five-weeks undergoing respiratory treatment. The President, Taoiseach and Tánaiste ar…

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