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Minister for Justice Helen McEntee says its a “great honour” to be appointed the new Deputy Leader of Fine Gael. The change in leadership follows Minister Heather Humphreys’ shock announcement last night that she will not be contesting the next General Election. In a statement, Minister McEntee says she will give her all to the […]

The latest Opinion Poll for the Sunday Times shows Independents and Labour have gained slightly while support for Sinn Féin and Fianna Fáil has dropped. Fine Gael remains the most popular party, with an unchanged 24 percent support, Sinn Féin has dropped by 2 percent while Independents have gained 2 percent. Fianna Fáil has lost

Two drivers were clocked in doing over 70KPH and 40KPH over the speed limit this morning. Gardaí from the Letterkenny Roads Policing Unit were conducting speed checks when a driver was detected travelling at 141KPH in a 100KPH zone and a Fixed Charge Penalty Notice was issued. A second driver was arrested and charged to

Repairs to a burst water main may cause supply disruptions to Meendorna Inishowen West and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place until 6pm this evening. It is recommended that those affected allow 3-4 hours after the estimated restoration time for supply to fully return.

The confirmation that public service obligation flights will be exempt from any potential passenger caps at Dublin Airport, has been welcomed by the CEO of Emerald Airlines. In a statement, Keith Butler, says he is happy to hear that Minister of State for Transport, James Lawless confirmed that services provided by the Donegal Cancer Flights

A severe Orange wind warning has been issued for Donegal, Clare, Mayo and Galway. The alert begins at 12 o’clock tomorrow afternoon and is valid until 9 o’clock. Uisce Eireann says the county can expect strong and gusty south to south west winds with high spring tides. This may cause coastal flooding, large coastal waves,

Police in Strabane and Derry have been taking part in activities for Safer Business Action Week which was launched on Monday last. The campaign seeks to equip businesses and staff to reduce business crime with the Safe Shop initiative. Derry City & Strabane Chief Inspector Yvonne McManus says the impact of business crime is significant.

A 28-year-old man arrested for driving-related offenses on Thursday afternoon is due to appear before Derry Magistrates Court today. He faces charges of dangerous driving, aggravated vehicle taking causing damage to another vehicle, failing to stop for police, failing to provide a specimen when driving unfit, using a motor vehicle without insurance, and driving without

Minister Roderick O’Gorman says he wants a General Election on the 29th of November. The leader of the Green Party says he will meet with fellow coalition leaders on Monday. He says now is the time for clarity for the Irish public.

Donegal County Council has received €50,000 in funding to support Christmas events and initiatives across the county. The funding allocation will go towards enhancing the festive atmosphere in rural towns and villages in a bid to encourage people to shop local and support their town centres in the run up to Christmas. The Council has

Atlantic Technological University is to offer a new pharmacy programme. €130 million is being made available as part of a major increase in healthcare places at universities throughout the country with the creation of six new programmes. The new pharmacy programme will see an additional 150 pharmacy graduates per year across the ATU, South East

Enquiries are continuing after a crash in Killybegs last evening. Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of the two car collision shortly after 7pm. A woman in her 80s, a passenger was assessed at the scene as a precaution by medical personnel. No injuries were reported at the time.

A second person is due in court this morning charged in connection with a stabbing in Ballybofey. A man in his 30s was injured in the attack on Navenny Street on Wednesday night at around 9pm. A woman, aged in her 20s appeared before Letterkenny District Court last evening charged in connection with the incident.

Uisce Eireann has confirmed that a green substance which has appeared in Donegal Bay in recent days is a harmless dye. Concern was raised after the green liquid was observed flowing into the water. The utility says it is part of a storm water pipe survey taking place in Donegal Town. Uisce Eireann are assisting

European leaders have asked the EU Commission to bring forward new laws to speed up illegal migrant returns from the European Union. It follows a lengthy discussion on migration during the EU Council summit in Brussels. The EU Council Summit ended in Brussels last night with leaders agreeing migration is a European challenge requiring a

Police in Derry have arrested a man after multiple reports of a car being driven dangerously in the city this afternoon. It was seen speeding in a number of areas including Creggan Heights, Westway and Central Drive from around a 1:45pm. Two police cars were damaged after being rammed by the Lexus and two officers

The Donegal Cancer Flights and Services Committee has requested a meeting with Transport Minister Eamonn Ryan and Donegal TDs to express concerns about the future of Public Service Obligation flights between Donegal and Dublin. The organisation provides essential transportation for cancer patients and children with long-term illnesses who require treatment in Dublin. A spokesperson for

**Content warning – depicting child abuse, some readers my find upsetting** Three people charged in connection with the death of a toddler in County Tyrone have appeared in court. Tavia Da Costa was found dead at a house in the Windmill Court area of Dungannon last Sunday. Today the court heard how 23 month old

Met Eireann is warning of high tides in Donegal over the coming days. As a weather system heads for Ireland, an advisory for high supermoon spring tides resulting in coastal flooding has been issued. The alert is in place until 12am on Saturday. Met Eireann expects further wind warnings to be issued for Saturday night

€34.6 million is being invested in four cross border health and social care projects. The PEACEPLUS funding aims to develop new and enhanced health and social care services by CAWT for border regions. The €34.6 million in PEACEPLUS funding from the Special EU Programmes body will go towards projects focusing on children/young people’s mental health,

Donegal County Council has received €10,900 to encourage the participation of women and diverse groups in local government. Minister of State for Planning and Local Government Alan Dillon has allocated almost €193,000 to local authorities across the country. Minister Dillion hopes the funding will capitalise on the increase in the number of female and migrant

Donegal County Council is seeking further clarification from the proposed developer of the site of the Creeslough explosion. The Council says the current planning application does not comply with what it is seeking. Meanwhile, Transport Infrastructure Ireland has raised a number of issues with the proposed redevelopment. Vivo Shell Ltd has proposed the demolition of

There’s growing speculation the General Election will be held before Christmas. The Dail has passed two major pieces of legislation to pave the way for an election. The Taoiseach has also cancelled a planned trade mission to Poland at the end of the month. While the Tanaiste’s told the Irish Times it’s reasonable to assume

A man and woman have been arrested following what is understood to be a stabbing incident in Ballybofey last night. A man, aged in his 30s was taken to Letterkenny University Hospital for treatment following the attack at around 9pm last night. The man and woman both in their 20s are currently detained at a

The Public Accounts Committee is meeting for the first time this morning following the resignation of Brian Stanley from Sinn Fein. The Laois/Offaly TD was the chair of the PAC and the party has nominated Mairead Farrell to replace him, but this is expected to be met with opposition. It’s unclear if Brian Stanley will

The Middle East, Ukraine and migration are high on the agenda at an EU leaders summit in Brussels today. Taoiseach Simon Harris will re-iterate Ireland’s call for a review on the EU – Israel association agreement. Once again conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine will dominate proceedings at a meeting of EU leaders in

Three people have been charged in connection with the death of a toddler in Co Tyrone. 23 month old Tavia De Costa’s body was found in a house in the Windmill Court area of Dungannon on Sunday last. A 29 year old man has been charged with the murder of the child while a 21