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Assembly told most power cuts in NI are west of the Bann

The Stormont Assembly has been told that better planning is needed to deal with the effects of major storms. Fermanagh South Tyrone MLA Colm Gildernew told members that while Storm Éowyn was unprecedented, the power cuts, water outages and damage to infrastructure was not. He’s calling for generators to be placed at local community centres

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Royal Mail delivery failures in Derry prompt formal investigation call

A formal investigation into the Royal Mail’s persistent letter delivery failure has been called for by MLA Padraig Delargy. It’s after it has emerged that some letters are waiting up to 10 days to be delivered from Derry’s sorting office. MLA Delargy says that there is a growing backlog which is impacting on medical appointments,

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Gardai issue renewed appeal for information on the 20th anniversary of Shaun Duffy’s murder

Today marks the 20th anniversary of the murder of Shaun Duffy at Meenacross, just outside Dungloe, with gardai issuing a renewed appeal for information about the killing. The 36 year old bachelor worked as an undertaker and as a mechanic He had an interest and involvement in motor racing and horse sales. Shaun Duffy had

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List of emergency hubs in Donegal for those without power now available

143 emergency community hubs have been established across the country for those who remain without power. 27 have been established accross Donegal. Shower, phone charging and wifi facilities are included in what is available. Please see the list below to find you nearest hub and what is services can be availed of:

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Trial hears blood and hair from murder victim was found on rock recovered from Sliabh Liag

The jury in the trial of a man and woman accused of murdering a man in Co Donegal has heard his blood and hair was found on a rock recovered from Sliabh Ligh. Alan Vial, of Drumanoo, Killybegs, and Nikita Burns of Carrick, Co Donegal, are alleged to have beaten him with the rock before

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Omagh Inquiry underway at the Strule Arts Centre

The public inquiry into the Omagh bombing has started hearing evidence from bereaved families. 29 people – including a woman pregnant with twins – were killed in the Real IRA bomb attack in 1998. Counsel to the inquiry, Paul Greaney, says distressing evidence will be heard at the hearing……………. The dead included three schoolboys from

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Update – Eight An Post centres in Donegal closed or facing delays following Storm Éowyn

Four An Post centres in Donegal remain closed because of power outages following Storm Éowyn. They are Bruckless, Clonmany, Pettigo, and the Delivery Service Unit on Letterkenny’s Business Park Road. In the case of the first three centres, alternative locations are being sought for the collection of social welfare payments. An Post initially announced today

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Twice as many drug drivers arrested in Donegal compared to drink drivers

Twice as many motorists have been arrested in Donegal over the past week for drug driving compared to drink driving. 3 drivers were arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol, one of whom was already disqualified. Meanwhile, 6 people were caught drug driving. One of them was driving an artic lorry and was also

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Gardai continue to appeal for information after teenager seriously injured in fall from e-scooter in Buncrana

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses after a 13 year old boy was seriously injured following a suspected fall from an e-scooter in Buncrana yesterday. Emergency services were alerted shortly after 4:45pm, after the teenager was found unresponsive in the Linsfort area. He was treated at the scene before being transferred to Letterkenny University Hospital. The

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Letterkenny Chamber concerned at loss of Donegal representation at the cabinet table

Letterkenny Chamber has expressed concern at the loss of a cabinet seat in Donegal, saying at a time when significant investment is needed in the county and the region, this sends out a worrying message. Chamber President Claire McDonagh says the past ten years saw relatively little infrastructural development in Donegal, and without cabinet representation

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Man arrested in connection with reports of firearm being pointed at taxi driver in Tyrone

A man has been arrested following reports of a firearm being pointed at a taxi driver in Co Tyrone. The 48 year old man, was arrested on suspicion of possession of a firearm or imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence in connection with an incident yesterday morning in the Market Square area

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Derry Councillor resigns from SDLP after reference for Irish soldier convicted of rape

A Derry Councillor has been suspended from the SDLP after providing a court reference for an Irish soldier who was recently jailed for the rape of another member of the Defence Forces. Brian Tierney, a former mayor of Derry and Strabane, last week apologised for the reference he issued for 30 year old, Kielan Mooney

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DCC to write to HSE after ambulance not dispatched in aftermath of Falcarragh house fire

Donegal County Council has agreed to write to the HSE to seek clarity over the dispatching of ambulances. It’s after assistance from the National Ambulance Service was denied last week in response to a fire which completely destroyed a house in Falcarragh. Homeowner, Kathleen had a lucky escape when the blaze broke out on Thursday

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Generators to be deployed to North West in bid to restore water supplies

Generators will be moved from the south to the north west to help get water supplies back up and running after the recent storms. Uisce Eireann says 100 thousand people remained without access to water yesterday as it looks to bring supplies back on stream. Many water treatment plants remain out of action due to

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Emergency crews to arrive in Ireland today to help ESB in efforts to restore electricity

Emergency crews from the Netherlands, France, Austria and Finland are due to arrive from today to help the ESB restore electricity supply to homes and businesses across the country. As of last night there were still 180 thousand premises without power since storm Éowyn last Friday. A significant number of properties in Donegal are still

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€2 million approved to see Waterworld refurbished

Donegal County Council has approved €2 million for refurbishment works at Waterworld in Bundoran. The funding approved by members of Donegal County Council will part fund the major works. Plans include the refurbishment and expansion of the existing pool changing rooms as well as the development of a café, retail and commercial space. Works are

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Calls for DCSD Council to assist those telling Sister Clare Crockett’s story

Derry City and Strabane District Council are being urged to support Sister Clare Crockett’s story being told. Cllr Aisling Hutton says that following the declaration of the Derry woman as a Servant of God, the council should seek to assist those who continue to share her message and aim to see her legacy into Sainthood.

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Emergency departments under pressure with the aftermath of Storm Eowyn

The HSE is advising the public that services are under pressure following Storm Éowyn. Some community services, including primary care, public health, and disability day services, are currently unavailable. Hospital appointments are proceeding as planned, but Emergency Departments are experiencing high volumes and prioritizing patients based on medical urgency. Only attend the Emergency Department in

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5,000 premises remain without water in Donegal

Approximately 20,000 premises in Donegal have had their water restored following the impact of Storm Éowyn, with 5,000 customers still affected. This storm has had the most severe impact on Uisce Éireann’s network in Donegal to date. The majority of water treatment plants have resumed normal operations, although five plants still rely on backup generator

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Donegal Fire Service issue advice for those still without power and heat

Donegal County Council has advised residents experiencing power outages due to Storm Eowyn to prioritise safety when using alternative heating and lighting. If using generators, operate them outdoors in well-ventilated areas, away from building openings. Before using stoves or fireplaces after a period of inactivity, have chimneys inspected and swept. Maintain unobstructed ventilation in all

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Councillors seek meeting with new minister as the need for a storm response plan is highlighted

The Chair of Donegal County Council’s Defective Blocks Committee has joined calls for a long term plan to deal with future storms. While the action taken by the Council to offer emergency accommodation to defective block homeowners was welcomed at a council meeting this afternoon, the consensus was that not enough notice was given with

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DCC opens support helpline following Storm Éowyn

Donegal County Council has confirmed it has opened a support helpline following Storm Éowyn. The Community Response Support Helpline is available on 1800 832 015 from 9.00am to 4.30pm this week. The public can also reach us on our dedicated support email humanitarianassistance@donegalcoco.ie Donegal Public Services Centres located in Letterkenny, Milford, Donegal Town, Carndonagh and Dungloe,

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Uisce Eireann dealing with new issues in Inishowen and Letterkenny

Uisce Eireann says it continues to deal with supply issues across the county caused by power outages, and is also dealing with a number of new issues, including reports of supply disruptions in Clonmany, and the Killyclug area of Letterkenny. Meanwhile, they say repairs to a burst water main may cause supply disruptions to Lower

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Ward denied a meeting with the Taoiseach as he demands a long term plan to deal with storms

A Donegal TD says there needs to be more coordination between the government and Donegal County Council, with the expectation that there will be more Red storm warnings into the future. 100% Redress Deputy Charles Ward says the council offered emergency accommodation to some on Thursday night, but it was done at the last minute,

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