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The need for a by-pass of Ballykelly is being stressed by an East Derry MLA in the wake of persistent traffic delays. In the Assembly this week, Cara Hunter said last weekend, it was taking up to half an hour to get from Greysteel to Ballykelly, and asked when a bypass promised almost 20 years

Donegal County Council has confirmed it is seeking funding for a second pedestrian crossing on Milford’s Main Street to connect pedestrians to the Health Centre. Attempts are being made through the National Transport Authority and other sources to obtain the necessary funding. The issue was raised by Cllr Liam Blaney, who is asking to council

      The Northern Ireland Assembly has been told that the North West has the capacity to become a leading centre for the generation of renewable energy. Moving a motion calling for a renewable energy grant scheme to be introduced, Foyle MLA Sinead McLaughlin stressed that as well as the environmental benefits, renewable energy

The Sinn Fein leader has called on the Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy to resign. Addressing the Dail during Leaders Questions this afternoon, Mary Lou McDonald said the independence of the chair is vital for the Dail to function, and the Ceann Comhairle’s actions in the Dail yesterday showed she was clearly facilitating the government in

The Western Development Commission says rural towns in Donegal continue to make strides in sustainable transport. The commission has published its Sustainable Mobility index, which examines issues such as access to public transport, connectivity, and active travel infrastructure. Eight small to medium sized towns from the county are included in the survey ; Ballybofey-Stranorlar, Ballyshannon,

More disruption is expected in the Dail later with both sides at an impasse over speaking rights. A government motion on the issue was passed yesterday, with the opposition claiming Verona Murphy effectively facilitated the government. It adjourned yesterday amid chaotic scenes which included Independent TD Michael Lowry being caught on camera making a gesture

A clarification received by a councillor on the Regional Health Forum West Committee has revealed that waiting lists for occupational therapy in Donegal are twice as long as previously stated. Last month, Cllr Declan Meehan was informed that 476 people were awaiting appointments. However, a clarification issued on Monday shows the actual figure to be

The planning system is being abused. That’s according to Councillor Denis McGee who says as it stands, it’s too easy for people to object to a planning application. Currently, it costs €20 to object which Councillor McGee says is a minimal amount when compared to the significant impact it can have on people’s lives. He

There’s calls for works to be carried out to improve access to Mullaghderg Beach in West Donegal. It’s after a recent collision in which a caravan overturned with a child narrowly escaping injury. Councillor Micheal Choilm MacGiolla Easbuig says it’s vital that measures are implemented to ensure the safety of all beach goers:

Confirmation yesterday of a proposed surgical hub development in Sligo has been described as a ‘kick in the teeth’ for the people of Donegal by Councillor Gerry McMonagle, a member of the regional health forum. There were hopes that Letterkenny would be considered as a location for such a facility, which have now been dashed.

The Dáil has been suspended this afternoon after intense exchanges between opposition and Government over the row on speaking rights. In a chaotic afternoon in the chamber, the combined opposition repeatedly questioned and shouted down Taoiseach Micheál Martin. Mary Lou McDonald said the Taoiseach’s word means nothing, as the coalition prepares to vote through a

Frustration is growing over the stalled construction of a new school building for Scoil Mhuire, Milford. Last week, Tánaiste Simon Harris pledged to Deputy Padraig MacLochlainn that he would raise the issue with the Education Minister. Donal Cullen, representing the parents’ association, says that a site assessment and pre-election promises from candidates had raised hopes

Funding, pledged for children with disabilities before the local elections, has been released. Local children, set to benefit, were invited to the Letterkenny announcement. This follows concerns raised by Denise McGahern, mother of nine-year-old Jack, who has cerebral palsy. Working with Donegal Deputy Pearse Doherty, she felt her son was used as a “prop” for

The Tanaiste says he will raise the case of the murder of Private Sean Rooney when he visits Lebanon later today. Simon Harris says it’s unacceptable there have been ongoing delays to the trial of those accused of his killing. Private Sean Rooney from Donegal was shot and killed when his convoy came under fire

Gardaí have renewed their appeal for information about a single vehicle fatal road traffic collision in Baltoney, Gortahork at approximately 9.30 on the night of Friday February 28th. Two young men lost their lives in the crash. On today’s Nine til Noon Show, Garda Claire Rafferty made this appeal…………

Gardai have re-issued an appeal in relation to an assault incident that occurred in Burnfoot on Tuesday evening the 11th of March, two weeks ago today. On today’s Nine til Noon Show, Garda Claire Rafferty said more details have come to light…………….

People in Ballybofey and Stranorlar are being asked to fill out Expressions of Interest forms if they require transportation to day services which were previously offered in St Joseph’s Hospital. While in-patient services remain, out-patient and day services were removed from St Joseph’s pending upgrade works, but the Save our St Joseph’s Hospital Committee now

Uisce Eireann say repairs to a burst water main may cause supply disruptions to Ardsbeg and surrounding areas today. The issue arose last night, with works scheduled to take place until 3o’clock this afternoon. Local Councillor Michael McClafferty is again urging Uisce Eireann to engage with local councillors in a meaningful way. He also says

The average house price in Donegal is now €230,000, according to the latest Daft.ie report. This figure represents a 54% increase compared to the start of the pandemic, as shown by the first quarter’s data for this year. Furthermore, prices rose by 8% in the first quarter of this year compared to the same period

The Northern Ireland Assembly has been told that no decision has been taken on improvements to the main artery between Derry and Donegal. There’s been a proposal to upgrade the Buncrana Road from the city to the border at Coshquin for some time, but Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins told the Assembly this week that the

A research project investigating climate change impacts on the Irish coast has received a €9.6m investment from PEACEPLUS. The Coastal Monitoring and Adaptation Planning (CMAP) project, conducted by Ulster University researchers over four years, will examine 15 coastal sites, including those in Donegal, Sligo, Derry, Antrim, Down, and Louth. CMAP aims to improve coastal resilience