Repairs to a burst water main may cause supply disruptions to Drumenny and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place until 8pm this evening. It is recommended that those affected allow 3-4 hours after the estimated restoration time for supply to fully return.
A man in his 70s has died following a collision between a Porsche and a lorry, at Ballynure in County Antrim last night. The man was pronounced dead at the scene, and a woman was taken to hospital with injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening. The Belfast Road was closed – but has …
Two people have been hospitalised following a crash in Fintown this morning. The two-vehicle collision took place on the Letterkenny side of the village at around 8.30am. Gardaí and emergency services were dispatched to the scene and two people were taken to Letterkenny University Hospital for treatment. The road has since reopened.
A moderate snow and ice warning will come into effect for Donegal at 10pm tonight. It will remain in place until 9am tomorrow morning. Met Éireann say there is the possibility of wintry showers of hail, sleet and snow tonight and for a time tomorrow morning. Motorists are being urged to be aware of poor …
Moderate snow and ice warning to come into effect tonight for Donegal Read More »
Homeowners are being reminded to put fire safety precautions in place during the holiday season. The National Directorate for Fire and Emergency Management says overloading sockets due to Christmas lights is a potential hazard and is recommending the use of properly rated sockets. December has the highest number of fire fatalities, due to the increase …
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A reminder’s going out that people can still get vaccinated against covid 19 and flu. The HSE says the jab protects older people from getting a severe reaction to the diseases. High levels of respiratory viruses are circulating ahead of Christmas including flu, COVID-19 and RSV. Dr Emer Ahern, HSE National Clinical Advisor says vulnerable …
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A man has died following a single-vehicle road traffic collision in Dungannon, Co. Tyrone yesterday evening. Police received a report, shortly after 6.30pm, that a pedestrian had collided with a vehicle on John Street and officers and emergency services attended the scene. The pedestrian later died from their injuries in hospital. The road is still …
Letterkenny Roads Policing Unit arrested a motorist who was driving in excess of a 100kph speed limit. The driver was travelling at 138kph and then tested postitive at the roadside for cannabis. The motorist was subsequently arrested. Gardaí in Donegal and across the country have been checking driver’s speed as part of their National Slow …
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A Status Yellow wind warning has been issued for eight counties in the north and west. A wind alert, affecting Donegal, Galway, Leitrim, Mayo and Sligo has been in effect since 3 o’clock this morning, and will remain in place until 2 o clock on Sunday. A yellow wind warning is also in place for …
UPDATE: Local media’s reporting five people have died, with more than 200 others injured. At least two people, including a young child have been killed and 70 injured after a car drove into crowds at a Christmas market in the German city of Magdeburg. Police have arrested the suspect – a 50-year-old doctor from Saudi …
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Clúid, an Approved Housing Body says it regrets that 14 households have been unable to move into their homes in Letterkenny, and says they are updating them as the situation progresses. The AHB says it is working in partnership with Donegal County Council and the developer of the homes to try to find a …
The Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council is calling for changes to the regulations governing the construction and provision of affordable homes. Donegal County Council has been surveying people on the demand for affordable homes, as the county wasn’t included in the first scheme implemented by the previous government. Members have been told however that the …
A man’s been arrested following an incident at the Post Office in Dungloe at lunchtime today. We understand that at 1.15 this afternoon, a man in his 20s became agitated, and threatened staff. Gardai were called, and a man was subsequently detained. Video footage of the incident is currently circulating online. The post office closed …
Dungloe Post Office closes following ‘security incident’ Read More »
News, Sport, Nuacht and Obitiuaries on Friday December 20th…………..
Donegal County Council has refuted claims there has been a lack of communication from them in efforts to secure a number of properties in the Ballymacool area of Letterkenny. Last week, Phil Boyle of Twin Estates expressed frustration over what he said was a lack of urgency and communication from the Council regarding the potential …
Council refutes ‘lack of communication’ claims over Ballymacool houses Read More »
More than 61 thousand contacts related to domestic violence have been reported to Gardaí so far this year. It’s an increase of 9 per cent compared to last year, according to the Garda National Protective Services Bureau, with multiple reports from every county in the state. There has also been an increase in prosecutions under …
Gardai have received more than 61,000 reports of domestic violence incidents this year Read More »
Singer Daniel O’Donnell is again warning fans not to click on links offering a meet-and-greet with him on Facebook. The 63-year-old says a fake account pretending to be him is replying to comments made by fans on his official page. Daniel says he would never make personal contact with fans online, and is urging people …
“I will never contact people on Social Media” – Daniel O’Donnell Read More »
The Nine Til Noon is broadcast live each weekday between 9am to 12noon. You can listen back to a podcast of the latest Friday edition below! We are live from the Villa Rose Hotel in Ballybofey for our big ‘home for Christmas’ reveal, live music and great chat! Our Friday Panel is Barry Sweeney, …
Gardaí and the RSA are appealing to drivers to keep the roads safe this Christmas. The final National Slow Down Day is underway until 7am tomorrow. 19 drivers were caught speeding in the first two hours of slow down day. One driver was caught travelling at 131 kilometres per hour in a 100 kilometre zone …
Donegal driver among notable speed detections so far on National Slow Down Day Read More »
There was a drop of almost 9% in the number of tourists visiting Ireland from abroad last month. The Central Statistics Office found some 407,700 foreign visitors took a trip to Ireland last month, and spent just under €316 million on their trips – excluding fares. That’s down over 5% in spending, compared to the …
If you are unwell, you must not visit patients in hospitals or nursing homes. That is the advice from the HSE. It comes as pressure is mounting on health services in Donegal. The emergency department in Letterkenny had 185 attendances yesterday, 50 of which resulted in admissions. Health Manager for Donegal, Dermott Monaghan says it …
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Works to improve water supply in Stroove have been completed. 4.5km of new water mains has been installed in the area following an extensive review of the network. Uisce Éireann says the improvement works will result in a reduction in the number of bursts and water outages.
A 56 year old man has died following a crash in Co Tyrone. The single vehicle collision occurred at around 2:15pm yesterday afternoon on the Fyfin Road, Victoria Bridge. Police say enquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances around the collision. They’re appealing to anyone who witnessed a red Audi A5 in the area around …
Derry City and Strabane District Council is appealing to people to refrain from damaging Christmas decorations around the city. It’s not the first time damage has been caused to a number of the large decorations placed across Derry. The Council says the damage comes at a cost to everyone and also poses a serious risk …
DCSDC appeal to people to refrain from damaging city’s Christmas decorations Read More »
The onus has to be on drivers to improve road safety. That’s the view of Councillor Martin Scanlon who believes greater Garda presence on the roads along with increased fines are also needed. 18 people have died on Donegal roads so far this year. Councillor Scanlon on today’s Nine til Noon Show, appealed to motorists …
‘The onus has to be on drivers to improve road safety’ – Cllr Scanlon Read More »
The Fyfin Road in Victoria Bridge has reopened after a serious crash yesterday. The road was closed at its junction with the Tievenny Road following the single vehicle collision yesterday afternoon. No further details are known at this time.
The President is paying tribute to Defence Forces’ members who’ll be overseas this Christmas, particularly in Lebanon. In his 2024 Christmas Message released today he is also highlighting the plight of people who are homeless. He’s expressing concern over the 25 million people in Sudan, where over half the population are facing acute hunger this …
President Michael D Higgins issues final presidential Christmas message Read More »
A bus caught fire last night on the N13 in Drumkeen. Emergency services tended the scene and brought the blaze undercontrol. No injuries were reported.
A yellow wind warning will take effect in Donegal and five other west coast counties at 3 am tonight and is due to stay in place until 6 o’clock on Sunday evening. Potential risks include wave overtopping and/or spray, difficult travelling conditions especially near the coast and some fallen trees. The UK Met Office have …
Today marks the final National Slow Down Day of the year as thousands of people take to roads this weekend to make the journey home for Christmas. 475 motorists have been hit every day so far this year with fixed penalty notices for speeding. Gardaí are warning motorists the faster the speed the more severe …
Gardaí are again urging the public to remain sober when behind the wheel this Christmas. On Wednesday night two drivers were arrested after failing sobriety tests. Gardaí from Letterkenny Roads Policing Unit arrested a driver on suspicion of drink driving following a road traffic collision on Wednesday night in the Letterkenny area. The driver then …
Buncrana has been selected as one of nine pilot towns and cities in Ireland to take part in a national initiative aimed at revitalising and expanding the country’s night-time economy. The campaign focuses on boosting the social, cultural, and economic activities that take place after 6pm, helping communities to thrive after dark. One of the …
Buncrana selected as pilot town for national night-time economy campaign Read More »
The founder and CEO of FinTrU has received an Honorary Doctorate from Ulster University. Darragh McCarthy has been honoured for his highly impactful leadership in the financial services industry. FinTrU, a global financial services firm was established in 2013 and now employs over 1,500 people across offices in Belfast, Derry, Letterkenny, London, New York and …
FinTru founder and CEO awarded honorary doctorate from Ulster University Read More »
The man suspected of shooting the CEO of Letterkenny based company, Optum in the US will return to New York to face murder charges, after agreeing to be extradited. Luigi Mangione made the decision during a court appearance in Pennsylvania, where he was arrested last week. Brian Thompson died earlier this month as he walked …
Man suspected of shooting dead Optum CEO to be extraditied to New York Read More »
A status yellow wind warning has been issued for Donegal over the weekend. The alert which begins in the early hours of Saturday also affects Clare, Galway, Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim. Met Éireann says the main impact will be felt in coastal areas with wave overtopping and spray. It says difficult travelling conditions can be …
Gardaí are renewing an appeal for information in the case of the disappearance and presumed murder of Kyran Durnin. The boy, who would now be eight, was reported missing in August, but Gardaí believe he died in 2022. So far two people have been arrested on suspicion of murder and released without charge, while searches …
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The Labour party is withdrawing from government formation discussions. Leader Ivana Bacik says, following talks with Fianna Fail and Fine Gael in recent days, it’s become clear it wouldn’t be possible to implement the policies they want through programme for government negotiations. In a statement this afternoon, Deputy Bacik insists Labour will be a “significant …
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A motorist was issued a Community Resolution Notice, after cocaine was found in his car yesterday afternoon. Police from the Fermanagh and Omagh District Support Team carried out high visibility patrols in Enniskillen Town as part of Operation Seasons Greetings. The team carried out a stop and search of a vehicle on Queen Elizabeth Road …
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Motorists are being advised to avoid the Fyfin Road, Victoria Bridge in Tyrone due to a single vehicle road traffic collision. The road is currently closed at its junction with the Tievenny Road. The PSNI is asking road users to please seek an alternative route for your journey.
Repairs to a burst water main may cause supply disruptions to Belleek Road, Ballyshannon, Cloghore and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place until 4pm this afternoon. It is recommended that those affected allow 3-4 hours after the estimated restoration time for supply to fully return.
The Court of appeal has concluded the development of the Meenbog Wind Farm is unauthorised on the basis that a number of planning deviations were made. The developers of the wind farm, Planree Limited and Mid-Cork Electrical Limited appealed a High Court decision prohibiting the carrying out of the further development of the site. The …
Court of Appeal rules Meenbog Wind Farm ‘unauthorised’ Read More »
Singer Daniel O’Donnell says he gets stressed out by scammers who pretend to be him online. The 63-year-old says the fraudsters are so convincing – they even managed to trick one of his friends out of cash. He’s begging fans not to believe any profile claiming to be him which asks people to message privately.
Oil has been detected in sewer drains in Rathmullan. Donegal County Council are urging the public to check their tanks in the Rathmullan area.
This hour could save your life or the life of a loved one. The Head of the Donegal Traffic Corp Inspector Seamus McGonagle and John Joe McGowan from the Ambulance Service join Greg with a Christmas Road Safety message. Later we hear from heartbroken mum Michelle McKenna. Michelle lost her son Jimmy in an road …
Podcast: A Christmas road safety message for everyone. Read More »
Dr Joe Kelly joins Greg to chat about the very first Christmas. Who was actually there? How accurate is the bible’s depiction? These are just some of the questions Dr Joe offers answers too! LISTEN HERE:
The Nine Til Noon is broadcast live weekdays from 9am to 12noon. Here you can listen back to a Podcast of Thursday’s show: The Head of the Donegal Traffic Corp Inspector Seamus McGonagle and John Joe McGowan from the Ambulance Service join Greg with a Christmas Road Safety message: We cross to Sinead and the …
Tomorrow Gardaí in Donegal and across Ireland will conduct the final National Slow Down Day in 2024. It marks the end of a three-week speed reduction operation. Tomorrow will also see a third static speed camera go live on the N13. The static speed camera will go live tomorrow on the N13 at Killyverry, near …
Motorists are being urged to be particularly cautious during the Christmas period. It’s as 167 people have lost their lives on Irish roads this year, 18 in Donegal. Garda Inspector Seamus McGonagle has this appeal for road users. John Joe McGowan, Chief Ambulance Officer with the HSE says nobody should be grieving a loved one …
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A man has been left with facial injuries following a day light assault in Strabane. PSNI are now looking for witnesses to come forward. The incident happened at around 2:10pm yesterday afternoon on Castle Street. It understood a number of people may have seen the events.
A lorry that was blocking the main Letterkenny to Lifford route has been removed. It’s understood the vehicle broke down on the road, leading to traffic obstructions. Gardaí say that the road is now clear and passable.
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