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A mini earthquake was recorded in North Donegal in the early hours of yesterday morning. At 02:18am the seismic activity was detected off Culdaff Bay. The quake had a magnitude of 0.9. It is unlikely it would have been felt by the public.  

Derry police are investigating a hit-and-run involving a pedestrian and his dog. A man and his dog were struck by a vehicle on John Street, Derry, near Mother Cluckers chip shop, around 5:30 PM on Monday evening. Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to contact them.

Babies born from this month are now going to be offered the chickenpox vaccine for free. The children will be able to receive the jab once they turn 12 months old following advice from the National Immunisation Advisory Committee. Chickenpox is very contagious and mainly affects children under the age of 10.

502 homes, businesses, and farms are without power in Dungloe this morning. A power outage was first reported at 2:57 AM. Power is expected to be restored by 12:45 PM.

Police in Strabane have charged a man to court following a seizure of suspected Class A drugs yesterday. Charges include possession of Class A controlled drugs with intent to supply and possession of Class A controlled drugs, alongside a range of driving offences. The 26 year old will appear before Dungannon Magistrates’ Court today. Meanwhile

Irish nurses and midwives say HSE recruitment ‘caps’ are continuing to have a devastating impact on tens of thousands of health staff across the country. The INMO is today addressing an Oireachtas Health Committee on what it claims are unsafe staffing levels for its members. It says the HSE is focused on the cost-saving aspect

A public meeting is being held today as part of a campaign to save a 90 year old Oak tree in Letterkenny. The proposed cycling lane and Greenway development as part of the Letterkenny Active Travel Project threatens the existence of the beloved tree in Ballyraine. Locals and members of An Taisce Donegal fear the

The Loughs Agency is imposing restrictions on oyster fishing in Lough Foyle. The agency’s Chief Executive says it is necessary and expedient for the conservation and protection of native oysters. The Loughs Agency has announced the suspension of the Native Oyster Fishery in the Foyle area for periods commencing October 8th. The decision has been

Waterworld in Bundoran is to undergo a major refurbishment. Donegal County Council has given the green light to proceed with works which include expansion plans. In its submission, the popular attraction says due to the growing popularity and increasing visitor numbers, works are required. The plans include the refurbishment and expansion of the existing pool

The old Garda Station in Malin Town is to be redeveloped into a social housing development. Donegal County Council yesterday, granted approval to carry out the works. The development will see the former 2 storey Garda barracks and adjoining Garda accommodation turned into two three-bedroom, two storey dwellings. The plans, approved by the Council include

Finance Minister Jack Chambers has unveiled the details of Budget 2025 in the Dail this afternoon. The budget will include €8.3 billion of new money, a 6.9% growth on last year. Key Points: €3 billion infrastructure fund €1 billion to Irish Water €1.25 billion to the LDA €750 million to Eirgrid Main tax credits will

Gardaí in Milford are appealing for the assistance of the public in their attempts to locate a DJI Mavic 3 Pro drone that was reported as missing from Crohy Head, Dungloe, close to Crohy Head Sea Arch, on September 18th. The drone was in a grey carry case along with the controller and batteries. Gardai

Detectives from the PSNI’s Terrorism Investigation Unit have been conducting two planned searches in Derry today in relation to an ongoing investigation into dissident republican activity. The searches are part of an investigation into a series of hoax bomb calls which targeted railway stations in England in April of this year. Release in full –

Gardai have renewed their appeal for information in relation to two burglaries that occurred in the area of Drumconnor, Mountcharles in the early hours of Monday the 12th of August. The two businesses in question, a garage and a car breakers are located in close proximity to one another. A large amount of ‘Snap On’

Gardaí are investigating  damage to a number of silage bales in the area of Glenagivney, Moville. Between approximately 6 o’clock  on Wednesday last, September 25th, and 6pm the following evening, the wrapping on twelve silage bales stacked along a roadside was slashed. If anybody observed any suspicious activity in the area between those dates or

Gardaí in Buncrana  are investigating damage to six windows at a house in Benduff, Carndonagh between 10 o’clock on Friday September 20th , and 9 o’clock the following morning. No entry was gained to the house, and gardai are urging anyone who may have observed any suspicious activity or vehicles in that area between those

Gardaí are appealing for information in relation to an incident of criminal damage at The Diamond, Carndonagh between 6pm on Tuesday evening last the 24th of September,  and  9am on the Wednesday. A rear window of a business premises was smashed, but no entry was gained to the building. We appeal to anybody who may

Uisce Eireann say repairs to a burst water main may cause supply disruptions to Glaise ChÚ and surrounding areas in Co. Donegal. Works are scheduled to take place until 3pm this afternoon.

Revised opening hours have been announced for the garda station in Ballybofey. Following queries from Cllr Patrick McGowan at a recent JPC meeting, it’s been confirmed that the Garda Station will be open on Monday to Friday from 10am to 1pm, and from 2pm to 4pm. It will open on Saturday and Sunday from 10

A social welfare package of 2.7 billion euro will highlight one of the biggest Budgets in the history of the State. Over 70s will be allowed to bring a friend on public transport for free under last minute plans. Coalition party leaders signed off on the measures late last night ahead of a Cabinet meeting

Mains repair works may cause supply disruptions in Manorcunningham tomorrow. Works are scheduled to take place from 9am until 5pm on tomorrow, October 2nd. Uisce Eireann says during this time, homes and businesses in Manorcunningham Village, Errity and surrounding areas may be impacted by reduced water pressure or supply interruptions. It is recommended that those

Major night time roadworks are taking place on Buncana’s Cockhill Road for the next two weeks. The project start tonight, and will run until Friday October 11th from 7pm until 7am. Due to the nature of the works, parking will not be available on the Cockhill Road from the mini roundabout at the West End

Artist Ann Quinn will open her mid-career retrospective exhibition ‘Northern Light’ at the Regional Cultural Centre in Letterkenny this Saturday. This exhibition, curated by Daniel Nelis, showcases 15 years of Quinn’s artistic practice, offering an intimate exploration of her deep connection with the landscapes and communities she cherishes. Raised on a dairy farm in East

There’s been heated discussions at today’s meeting of Donegal County Council which has so far been dominated by Local Property Tax. The Council’s Director of Finance, Richard Gibson has proposed LPT remain at 15% above the baseline as was agreed in 2019. Members are also being asked to agree on retaining the rate for the

There were 313 admitted patients awaiting beds at Letterkenny University Hospital during the month of September, a 46% reduction on the September 2023 figure of 580. It marks the fourth year of reductions. In 2021, the figure was 821, in 2022 it was 666. Nationally, over 9,600 patients were awaiting beds this month. The INMO’s

Derry City and Strabane District Council has confirmed that four of its 11 Recycling Centres will revert to winter opening hours from today. Eglinton, Park and Plumbridge Recycling Centres will open from 10am to 5pm on Mondays, 9.30am to 5pm from Tuesday to Friday and will remain closed on Saturday and Sundays. Newtownstewart Recycling Centre

Proposed increases in the Housing Adaptation Grant limits and income thresholds have been described as lifelines for many families in Donegal by Agriculture and Marine Minister, Charlie McConalogue. Grant limits will rise by over 30% and income thresholds by 25%, with the new rates set to be in place in early 2025. At the weekend,

Due to essential road maintenance, the R-247 Rathmullan to Ramelton Road will close for three weeks from today until Friday 18th Oct from 8am to 6pm. Diversions will be in place via the L-1392-1/2 Moss Road to the R-245 Milford/Ramelton Road. Local access will still be available for access to residents and schools.

The latest rental survey conducted by daft.ie shows that house prices in Donegal rose 3% in the third quarter of this year. Prices in Q3 of 2024 were 12% higher than a year previously, compared to a rise of 8% seen a year ago. The average price of a home is now €239,000, 65% above