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Window smashed during weekend criminal damage incident in Letterkenny

Gardaí are appealing for information in relation to a criminal damage incident in Letterkenny over the weekend. In the early hours of Saturday morning, at around 4am, the rear kitchen window of a property in Foxhills was smashed. No entry was gained to the house. Anyone who noticed any suspicious activity in the area at …

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Workshop to discuss plans for new civic burial ground in Letterkenny

A workshop is to be held to discuss the progress of plans for a new civic burial ground in Letterkenny. With Leck and Conwal graveyards nearing capacity, Councillor Ciaran Brogan says it’s important there is a continued focus to see the project come to fruition. The Council is to spend €670,000 over the next three …

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Council’s beach access programme wins award

Donegal County Council has won an award for creating age-friendly and inclusive beaches. Donegal County Council, in collaboration with local community groups, has been honoured with the prestigious All Ireland ‘Age Friendly Environment Award’ at a ceremony in Dublin attended by Chief Executive John G. McLaughlin. The award recognises the efforts in Donegal to improve …

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Two hospitalised after crash in Ballyshannon

Two people have been hospitalised following a crash in South Donegal this morning. Gardaí attended the scene of the two-car collision at Parkhill, Ballyshannon at around 8.45am. The injured pair were taken by ambulance to Sligo University Hospital for treatment to what Gardai have described as non-life-threatening injuries.

West Tyrone MLA appeals to A5 objectors to ‘back off’

A West Tyrone MLA has appealed to objectors to the A5 road upgrade to back off. The much-needed project was finally given the green light last month after a series of legal challenges. It’s now been confirmed that a fresh legal challenge has been received in ‘pre-action correspondence’. An application for a judicial review is …

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Sinn Fein and Social Democrats to launch manifestos today

Sinn Féin and the Social Democrats will launch manifestos today. While the other main parties have further policy launches. Sinn Féin launches its document called ‘A Choice for Change’ this morning with housing, childcare and the cost of living set to feature prominently The Social Democrats will also launch their document which will include five …

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Donegeal teachers to engage in nationwide protest today

30,000 second-level teachers will be taking part in nationwide lunchtime protests today over a decision to accelerate Senior Cycle redevelopment plans. Teachers say they are gravely concerned that aspects of the plans pose a threat to education standards, fairness and quality for Leaving Cert students. Secondary level teachers in Donegal will gather outside Coláiste Eoghain, …

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Second Carrigans to Lifford Greenway public consultation taking place

A second public consultation on the Carrigans to Lifford Greenway Project is taking place next week. Residents, members of the public and other interested parties are invited to participate in the second non-statutory public consultation for the Carrigans to Lifford Greenway Project. The project is currently at Phase 2: Options Selection. People will be updated …

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Calls for survey of disabled parking bays in Letterkenny to be revisited

There’s calls for a survey of disabled parking bays in Letterkenny to be revisited. A survey was carried out in 2020 and reviewed 67 disabled parking bays in the town. It’s estimated the cost of implementing measures recommended in the report is over €31,000. The Council says the report is currently being reviewed and updated. …

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Low temperature warning issued

A status yellow low temperature warning has been issued for the country for tomorrow night. It will start at 8pm on Tuesday, and run until 10am on Wednesday. Met Eireann is warning it will be very cold with widespread frost and ice.

Man hospitalised following workplace incident in Letterkenny

A man has been hospitalised following a workplace incident in Letterkenny this morning. Gardaí and Emergency Services were called to the scene of the incident at a property between Windyhall and Killylastin at around 8am. The man is being treated at Letterkenny University Hospital for what Gardai have described as non-life-threatening injuries.

100% Redress Party launches election manifesto with a firm belief they can succeed

The 100% Redress Party has launched its election manifesto, with candidate Charles Ward stressing that while securing 100% redress for homeowners impacted by defective concrete is a key principle, the party focus goes beyond that, with the desire to secure key investment in Donegal and its communitie Mr Ward stressed that the party developed from …

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Green candidate says there is an alternative to mass postering

The Green Party in Donegal has confirmed it will be running a poster-free General Election campaign. Candidate, Dr Nuala Carr, says postering is wasteful, polluting and a hazard to the public. She’s suggesting that Ireland adopts a French model under which mass postering is banned, but candidates get equal access to a designated billboard. Dr …

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Bundoran Lifeboat launched at weekend as part of successful mission to locate missing kitesurfer

The Bundoran Lifeboat volunteer crew launched their inshore boat at 6.26pm on Saturday evening following reports of a missing kite surfer who had not returned from sea after attempting to retrieve their kite. Helm Elliot Kearns, accompanied by crew members Finn Mullen, Fergal Muller, and Mark Vaughan, quickly responded to the call at Streedagh Beach. …

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Third consultation taking place on Letterkenny Southern Network Project

Donegal County Council, backed by the Department of Transport, is inviting local residents and other interested parties to participate in the third non-statutory public consultation for the Letterkenny Southern Network Project. The project is intended to develop the transport network around the South of Letterkenny town with a road development to provide connectivity from Letterkenny …

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Emergency services at the scene of a workplace incident in Letterkenny

Gardaí and Emergency Services are at the scene of a workplace incident that occurred at a property in Letterkenny this morning at approximately 8am. The incident took place in an area between Windyhall and Killylastin. Gardai say no further information is available at this time, and their investigations are ongoing. The extent of injuries, if …

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Met Eireann issues snow and ice warning for Donegal

A Status Yellow Snow-Ice warning has been issued for Donegal, Cavan and Leitrim. Met Éireann say snowfall accumulations are possible this evening and overnight, with the potential for poor visibility and difficult travelling conditions. The alert comes into effect from 7 o’clock this evening until 8 o’clock tomorrow morning.

Town Team can deliver positive benefits to Glenties – Carr

A Glenties Councillor says he’s very optimistic that the recently formed Town Team will play a significant role in bringing much needed investment and development to the town. Cllr Brian Carr says a preliminary meeting earlier this month was very positive. The Glenties Town Team was formed earlier this year, with similar initiatives in Creeslough, …

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NBI says National broadband Plan will be deloivered on time and on budget

Over 420 thousand premises will have high-speed fibre broadband by the end of 2025. NBI says the National Broadband Plan has already been delivered to over 55 per cent of all homes, farms and businesses in rural areas, and the rollout of the plan is on track and on budget. National Broadband Ireland spokesperson Tara …

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20 candidates to contest GE2024 in Donegal as campaign enters its second full week

20 candidates will contest five seats in the Donegal constituency when the General Election takes place on Friday week, November 29th, seven more than contested the ast election in February 2020. Nominations closed on Saturday, and the list of candidates has been published. Nationally, the political parties continue their campaign trails this morning as the …

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National Leakage Reduction Programme to cause disruptions in Donegal

As part of the National Leakage Reduction Programme, essential works may cause low pressure and supply disruption to O’Donnell Park, Ballymacool, Letterkenny and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place today from 10am until 1pm. Meanwhile, leak detection works may cause supply disruptions to Kinnalargy and surrounding areas. And these works are scheduled to …

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Calls for traffic calming measures to be put in place in Glen Village

There’s calls for traffic calming measures to be put in place in Glen village. Donegal County Council has agreed to carry out a speed survey to establish the speed of traffic travelling through the village. A national speed limit reduction plan would see the speed limit in the village reduced. Councillor Declan Meehan however, believes …

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Donegal County Council to report back after meetings to discuss bridging loans for those restoring derelict properties

Donegal County Council is to report back to members following a meeting with lending institutions to discuss bridging loans for people restoring derelict properties. The council sought the meeting after a number of members, including Cllr Donal Mandy Kelly reported that people who had been offered grants under various derelict property schemes were unable to …

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Sinn Féin announces plans to reverse increases to tax on petrol and diesel

Sinn Féin says it will reverse the two most recent increases to tax on petrol and diesel, if elected to government. As part of its cost of living measures, the party is also promising to cancel all planned hikes to excise duty on fuel. Ireland has the highest taxes on petrol and diesel in Europe. …

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Pre-election debate taking place with Irish Natura and Hill Farmers Association

The Donegal County Executive of the Irish Natura and Hill Farmers Association is holding a pre-General Election debate with candidates in The Sports Hall at Glenswilly GAA Club tomorrow Monday 18th Nov at 8 pm. All are welcome to attend. This is an opportunity for the public to ask questions to the candidates and hear …

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Road offences detected by Buncrana Roads Policing Unit and the RSA

A number of road offences have been detected by an Garda Síochána over the weekend. Buncrana Roads Policing Unit have been conducting checkpoints with the RSA this weekend in the Inishowen area. They have warned road users to Slow down Never drive while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Wear your seatbelt Do not …

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Sinn Féin leader says Taoiseach must answer questions over support of John McGahon

The Sinn Féin leader says Simon Harris has questions to answer over his support for Senator John McGahon. It’s after photos in today’s Sunday Times show evidence of injuries sustained by Breen White following an assault by Senator McGahon in 2018. The 33 year old senator – who’s a Fine Gael candidate for Louth in …

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Record number of female candidates running in General Election

Women belong in the house – LEINSTER House. That’s the motto of ‘Women for Election’ as this year marks the largest number of female candidates contesting election. A 53 per cent increase since 2020, now sees 248 women running. Ireland is 104th in the world for the number of women in parliament and it’s asking …

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Aontú candidates officially launched today

Aontú is aiming to take 10 seats in the upcoming election. The party’s candidates were officially launched today, with one running in each of the 43 constituencies. Aontú currently has one sitting TD – its founder and leader, Peadar Tóibín. He says he’s looking forward to being joined by party colleagues in the Dáil.