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  Close to half the energy provided by EirGrid came from enewable sources during September. The majority of that came from windfarms. Figures for renewables including wind, solar and hydropower provided 40.4 per cent of electricity in September. Gas generation accounted for 44% with just under 16% being imported via interconnection, 5.5% coming from coal,

Police in Derry are appealing for infromation after dealing with public disorder at a football match last night. Before kick-off at the Lone Mooor Road area, a number of flares were set off by both sets of fans. As the game finished, violent scenes took place inside the stadium which were followed by further disorder

Repairs to a burst water main may cause supply disruptions to Ballyliffin, Cardonagh, Clonmany and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place until 5pm this evening. It is recommended that those affected allow 2-3 hours after the estimated restoration time for supply to fully return.

The Agriculture Minister has warned of an increasing risk of Bird Flu affecting animals in Ireland. There have been a number of outbreaks of avian influenza in poultry flocks across Europe in recent weeks. Poultry farmers are being warned of an increased risk of bird flu. Outbreaks of avian influenza in poultry flocks across Europe

139 new cars were registered in Donegal last month. There’s been a 7% increase in the number of new cars bought in the county during October compared to the same period in 2023. Over 2,740 new cars have been registered in Donegal so far this year. Meanwhile, there’s been a 33% decrease in the number

Update: The road has reopened The Carnamuff Road in Ballykelly near Limavady is currently closed following a crash. Police are advising motorists to seek an alternative route.

A man who died in a house fire in Kilmacrennan has been named locally. Philip McGettigan from Casheleenan who was in his 80s passed away following the blaze yesterday. A post mortem was carried out today. Mr McGettigan will be laid to rest following requiem mass at St. Columba’s Church, Kilmacrennan on Sunday.

The PSNI’s enquiry office at Strand Road in Derry will temporarily close on Monday, 4th November, for approximately five weeks for maintenance work. Anyone required to attend Strand Road for pre-planned and scheduled appointments, should attend as normal. To speak with an officer or make a report, or for any matter that is not scheduled,

There were 279 admitted patients awaiting beds at Letterkenny University Hospital in October. The figure was 20% down on last year’s total of 349, 55% down on the 2022 total of 617, and 70% down on 2021’s October high of 943. Sligo’s total last month was 663, the fifth highest figure in the country. Nationally,

The broadcast moratorium imposed on radio and TV stations during elections has been scrapped. Coimisiún na Meán announced this morning the reporting restrictions would be lifted in time for the upcoming general election. Typically, the moratorium took effect from 2pm the day before polling and meant radio stations couldn’t talk about election issues until the

Uisce Eireann say repairs to a burst water main in Milford may cause supply disruptions to Drumacloghan, Cairn High, Glentidaly and surrounding areas today, with works set to take place until 4pm this afternoon. Meanwhile, in South Donegal, repairs to a burst water main may interrupt supply to Knader, Ballyshannon and surrounding areas, with works

A post mortem examination is taking place today on the body of a man in his eighties who died in a house fire in Termon. The man’s body was removed from the house and brought to the hospital. Gardai  attended the scene along with the Donegal Fire Service. It’s understood the man lived alone.

Over €46 million of PEACEPLUS funding has been awarded to improve equal access to inclusive and quality services in education, training and lifelong learning in Northern Ireland and the border counties of Ireland. The Green Accelerator Skills Programme (GRASP) Action Plan, which is co-led by Donegal ETB and ATU, is one of the projects that

Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald is to meet with the family members of those who lost their lives and those that were injured in the Creeslough tragedy this afternoon. She will meet them at 16.45pm at the Creeslough Community Centre. It comes as the families of those who died in the Creeslough explosion say

142 homes, farms and businesses have been left without power this evening. ESB says it is currently working to fix the fault. Power is expected to be restored at 7.45pm this evening.

Former RTÉ broadcaster and journalist David Davin Power has died at the age of 72. He first joined the station in the 1980s and was a presenter on ‘Morning Ireland’. After leaving the station for Century Radio in 1989, he returned to RTÉ and was appointed Northern Editor. He was then a senior political correspondent

A reservoir interruption may cause supply disruptions to Hall Demesne, Mountcharles and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place until 11pm this evening. It is recommended that those affected allow 3-4 hours after the estimated restoration time for supply to fully return.

The Green Party has confirmed Dr Nuala Carr as their Donegal candidate for the General Election. Michael White, Chairperson of the Donegal Green party, says her candidacy supports the party’s national drive for gender balance among candidates and representatives. In a statment, Dr. Carr says “it would be a privilege to represent the people of

A large quantity of drugs, cash and illegal fireworks were seized by police in Derry yesterday. Police were conducting a search in the Eglington area when quantities of suspected cocaine, cannabis, diazepam and pregabalin along with a sum of cash and illegal fireworks were found. The total street value for the seized drugs is estimated

Former Sinn Féin TD Brian Stanley has confirmed he will run as an independent in the upcoming general election. He claims he’s already received commitments of support from others who have resigned from the party. The Laois-Offaly TD said he was subjected to a ‘seriously flawed’ internal complaints process, when he left Sinn Féin earlier

Retiring TDs are set to cost the taxpayer at least 3.9 million euro in exit payments and pension costs in the 12 months after the Dáil is dissolved. The figures come from a report by The Journal Investigates, which looked at what each of the 29 current deputies who will not stand in the next

A male pedestrian in his 30s was injured last night when he was struck by a hit and run driver on the Madamsbank Road in Derry. Police say at around 10.15 last night, they received reports that the man had been struck by a red Astra. The pedestrian was treated at the scene by the

Detectives are appealing for information after a reported shooting incident in South Tyrone. They say shortly after 7pm last night, they received a report that a man aged in his 40s had attended hospital with a suspected gunshot wound. He stated that while sitting in a vehicle in Coalisland, he was approached by two men

A garda appeal for information after a man entered the sea in North Inishowen earlier this month has been withdrawn following the discovery of a body off the coast of Scotland a week ago. The man, who was in his seventies, was seen entering the water at Lagacurry Beach, Isle of Doagh, Clonmany on Saturday

Police in Derry have arrested a man and seized suspected class A,B and C drugs following a search at a property in Ballygroll Road yesterday. Police say the search was conducted by members of the District Support Team, assisted by local Neighbourhood officers, detectives from Crime Branch and a Dog Unit. Quantities of suspected cocaine,cannabis,

Police in Derry say the road between the Madamsbank and Glengalliagh roundabouts has been reopened. They are investigating a collision involving a red car yesterday, which left a man with serious injuries. Anyone in the area at the time who may have witnessed the incident, or who would have dash cam footage is urged to

People have until tomorrow to have their say on the preferred route option of N56 Falcarragh to Gortahork Road Scheme. The upgrade works will reduce social exclusion, enhance the accessibility of a low-income rural area, and provide an improved, safer means of transport to and between communities. Works are to be carried out to improve

A man arrested in connection with a sexual assault in the Bank Place area of Derry on Saturday morning has been released on police bail pending further enquiries. Police are continuing to appeal for information. They are asking anyone who can assist with their enquiries, to contact detectives on 101.

In a joint statement this evening, Ministers Helen McEntee, Eamon Ryan and Charlie McConalogue say it is important that Government heard first-hand the experiences of the Creeslough community. The Ministers say they listened to the personal stories of the families who have lost loved ones, and others affected by the Creeslough tragedy during a meeting