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The search for a missing man in County Kerry has resumed. 56 year old Michael Gaine – who also goes by Mike – has been missing from his home near Kenmare since Thursday morning. Hundreds of people have been helping with a search operation, as well as local agencies like Kerry Mountain Rescue.

A reservoir interruption may cause supply disruptions to Clonmany and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place until 3pm this afternoon. Uisce Eireann recommend that those affected allow 3-4 hours after the estimated restoration time for supply to fully return.

The No Barriers Foundation has welcomed recent discussions regarding the Children’s Disability Service Fund. Donegal Deputy Pearse Doherty in the Dail yesterday, spoke of how a Donegal mother felt her son was used as a prop by Government ahead of last year’s local elections. In June last year, Denise McGahern’s 9 year old son, Jack

All London flights from the City of Derry Airport have been cancelled as a result of a huge fire which has closed Heathrow Airport. The UK’s counter terror police are investigating what caused the blaze at an electricity substation. It triggered power cuts across west London, and has left travellers stranded all over Europe. Downing

The Donegal Branch of the Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign is holding a protest march and rally in Letterkenny next week. The group is calling on all elected public representatives to come out and support their calls for an end to the war in Gaza and for the Government to pass the Occupied Territories Bill. The

Five community groups in Donegal have received funding of over €38,000 from Community Foundation Ireland, in partnership with the National Parks and Wildlife Service, to protect and promote local wildlife. Spraoi agus Sport Family Centre in Carndonagh received the largest grant at €12,000, followed by the Barrack Hill Town Park Steering Committee with €10,000. The

Fuel prices held steady this month. After a series of hikes in the price of both petrol and diesel since late last year, the price of a litre remained largely unchanged in March. The latest price survey by the AA found the average cost at the pumps was €1.80 a litre for petrol and €1.77

All flights at Donegal Airport are scheduled to run as planned today. This comes as Heathrow Airport in London faces widespread disruption, having been forced to close due to a power outage caused by a fire at a nearby substation. However, a spokesperson for Donegal Airport has confirmed to Highland Radio that the Heathrow closure

Almost half of people who reported domestic abuse to the Gardaí were dissatisfied with how it was dealt with. The figure increased to 54% when it came to people who reported in-person at a garda station. That’s according to a report into the handling by the gardaí of domestic abuse. The inspectorate found that the

Emergency services are currently at the scene of a crash on the four lane in Letterkenny. The collision occurred a short time ago on the exit route from the town between the Dry Arch and Polestar Roundabouts. There are reports of long traffic delays as a result. No further information is available at this time.

Commencement notices were issued for almost 90 new homes in Donegal last month. That’s the second highest figure in the country. The Department of Housing says there was a 79% increase in the number of commencements issued between March 2024 and February 2025. Commencement notices were issued to nearly 1,000 homes across the country last

Over €10,000 has been approved for a swim shelter at Gola Island pier. The funding has been approved by Minister Dara Calleary today as part of the Clar measure 3 programme. The swim shelter will be used by both swimmers and those awaiting the ferry as well as the many who walk Shlí Ghabhla which

Fountain Hill in Derry is closed at the moment due fo a HGV vehicle becoming stuck. As a result, traffic is slow moving on Spencer Road and delays are expected. Drivers are advised to avoid the area at this time.

Homes, farms, and businesses in the Rossnowlagh, Coolmore, and Ballyshannon areas may experience water outages today due to a burst water main. Repair work is scheduled to be completed by 4:30pm this afternoon. Residents are advised to allow 3-4 hours after the estimated restoration time for their water supply to fully return.

Households are being urged to switch service providers now to avoid a raft of price hikes for broadband, mobile and TV services. Several companies including Eir, Three and Sky are increasing prices in April. Price comparison website Bonkers.ie says its the third April in a row that firms have hiked prices. Bonkers is questioning the