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The Shore Road in Kerrykeel has reopened following a fatal crash. A man in his 60s died in the single-car collision at around 3:30pm on Shore Road. The road was closed to facilitate a technical examination of the scene but has since reopened.

Detectives investigating a sexual assault in the Lecky Road area on Sunday have made a second arrest. The woman, aged 36, was arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender. She has subsequently been released pending a report to the PPS. A man, aged in his 30s, was previously charged, and appeared before Derry Magistrates Court

Detectives investigating a report of a sexual assault which occurred in the Bank Place area of Derry on Saturday morning last have arrested a man. The 24 year old was arrested on suspicion of rape, and remains in police custody at this time. Police continue to appeal for information in relation to this incident and

Mains repair works in Raphoe today may cause supply disruptions to Craigs Road, William Street, McBride Street, Castle Road, Lifford Road, Derry Road and surrounding areas over the coming hours. Works are scheduled to take place until 3pm this afternoon. Uisce Eireann says it may take 3-4 hours after the estimated restoration time for supplies

The R246 Shore Road at Kerrykeel remains closed this morning after a man in his 60’s was killed in a single-car collision. Diversions are in place via Harry Blaney Bridge. The collision happened at around 3.30pm yesterday afternoon. Gardaí are appealing to witnesses to come forward, and in particular, they’re asking that any road users

  A  number of families of those who died or were injured in the Creeslough tragedy will meet the Justice Minister Helen McEntee in Dublin this afternoon. It’s expected that the Creeslough Family Support Group, a group representing an estimated 40 people who have been directly affected by the explosion, will tell Minister McEntee that

Police in Derry have said they will be visible in communities, with an increased presence ahead of Halloween tomorrow, in particular during the night-time economy. They are working with the hospitality sector, and will have plain clothed and uniformed officers on patrol to identify people who are displaying predatory behaviours. They have urged to call

141 homes, farms and businesses have been affected by a power outage in Rossgeir. ESB says they are currently working to repair the fault. Power is expected to return at 7.30pm.

Due to a road traffic collision, the R246 (Kerrykeel to Portsalon road) is closed from Kerrykeel to Carlan. The local side road is also closed. Motorists travelling to Portsalon are asked to travel via Rathmullen or Glenvar and motorists travelling to Fanad are asked to use Mulroy Bridge. The road will remain closed overnight.

There are no major injuries reported after a rocket attack on a UNIFIL headquarters in southern Lebanon. The attack was carried out at the base in Naqoura this afternoon, with UNIFIL saying some peacekeepers suffered minor injuries after a vehicle workshop burst into flames. The group has opened an investigation into the incident and say

Detectives investigating a sexual assault on a woman in Derry have issued an appeal for information and witnesses. The assault occurred during the early hours of Saturday morning at approximately 1.30am in Bank Place in the city centre. The suspect is described as a white male, believed to be 5 foot 10 in height, of

The Carlin Upper road in Kerrykeel is closed due to a serious road traffic collision. Local diversions are in place. Gardaí say the expect the road to be closed for some time.

Tata Consultancy Services which is based in Donegal has signed a 15-year contract with the Department of Social Protection to implement the new Auto Enrolment Retirement Savings Scheme, “My Future Fund.” This scheme will provide 800,000 workers with a digital, user-friendly platform to enrol in and manage their retirement savings seamlessly. The company says with

Gardai in Buncrana are investigating an incident during which a van was covered in paint in Burnfoot. The criminal incident occurred at Lios Na Greine between 10pm on Friday night last and 2:50am on Saturday morning. Gardai are appealing to residents in the area to make contact with them if they observed or heard anything

Gardaí in Buncrana are investigating a weekend criminal damage incident. The wing mirrors of a car parked at Upper Main Street were damaged between 5pm on Friday evening and 11am the following morning. Anyone who witnessed the incident or who has any information is urged to come froward.

A coffee trailer has been targeted in a criminal damage incident in Letterkenny. Entry was not gained however damage was caused to the door and lock of the trailer between 12:30am and 2am on Saturday last. Gardai in Letterkenny are appealing to anyone who may have been in the area with a dash-cam to make

Gardaí in Donegal are urging people who may be offered a silver Mtec trailer for sale to contact them. A white transit van with no registration plates was involved in the theft of the trailer from the Dromore area of Letterkenny shortly before 1am on Saturday. The 10 x 5 trailer has led lights, mesh

A number of cars have been damaged in Ballybofey during a spate of criminal damage incidents. Between 7pm on Wednesday evening last and 9:30am on Thursday morning, the wipers were pulled off six cars in Navenny Carpark. Wiper brackets were bent and broken also while one of the cars was scraped along the passenger door.

It’s believed a van fire in Porthall over the weekend was started maliciously. Gardai and the fire service were tasked to the scene after the Ford Transit van was set on fire at a yard in Glenfad between 11pm and 11:15pm on Saturday night. Gardai are appealing to anyone who observed any suspicious activity or

Green glass chippings have been stolen from a grave in Carndonagh. The chippings were laid on the grave, located in the adjoining graveyard of the Sacred Heart Church in July. It’s understood the entire quantity of chippings were removed at some stage between July 17th and October 17th. Gardai are appealing to anyone with information

Investigations are continuing into a crash involving an ambulance earlier this month in Letterkenny. Shortly before 6:10pm on Saturday evening, October 5th a minor collision occurred between an ambulance while responding to an emergency and a white jeep at the Polestar roundabout. The wing mirrors of both vehicles collided. The driver of the ambulance was not in

A pedestrian has been seriously injured in an overnight crash in South Donegal. At around 4:30am this morning, the man was injured on Main Street, Mountcharles. He has been taken to Letterkenny University Hospital for treatment to his injuries. Gardai remain at the scene of the collision. The Main Street is closed and diversions are

Donegal County Council is urging people to ‘Stay Bright. Stay Safe and Be Seen’ when out on the roads. Whether out for a walk or travelling to work, the Council is advising people to wear clothing that combines fluorescent and reflective materials. All pedestrians and cyclists are urged to wear bright clothing or carry a

A special meeting of Derry City and Strabane District Council is being held today at 2pm to hear from Freeze the Cuts campaign, Unite the Union and Age NI representatives calling for the  reinstatement of the winter fuel payment. A protest organised by Freeze the Cuts and backed by UCU, NUJ, Derry Trades Union Council,

A post mortem examination has been carried out on the body of a man found in Wexford. 27 year old Stephen Ring was reported missing on the 15th of October, and his remains were found near Shelmalier Commons yesterday. A man in his 40s and a woman in her 30s are being questioned by Gardaí.