Gardaí have renewed an appeal for information after a woman in her 80’s was struck by a lorry in St. Johnston Friday afternoon. The victim has been named locally as Patricia McBrearty. She passed away at the scene a short time later. Sergeant Garda Sharleen Anderson made this appeal for information:
Gardaí renew appeal for information into fatal collision in St Johnston Read More »
A full review of the bike shelter controversy at Leinster House is going to be carried out. A shelter for 18 bikes was constructed at a cost of €336,000. The Minister for the OPW has requested a review be carried out into why it cost so much money. Taoiseach Simon Harris is welcoming this, saying
Review to be launched into €330K bike shed at Leinster House Read More »
Six kittens who were found dumped in a sealed bad are said to be improving. The felines were discovered inside a carrier bag which had been tied closed. They were transferred to the care of Animals in Need Donegal. The incident happened less that two months later after eleven puppies were dumped in a bag
Six kittens dumped in sealed bag said to be improving Read More »
National Slow Down Day has officially come to an end at 7 o’clock this morning. Letterkenny Roads Policing Unit say a number of motorists were detected speeding in a 100km/h zone. Some of the speeds recorded were 130km/h, 136km/h and 141km/h. They say fixed charge penalty notice will be issued to each of the drivers.
National Slow Down day sees speeds of 141kmh in Donegal Read More »
Uisce Eireann are warning of potential supply interruptions in North Inishowen as a result of works taking place outside Greencastle under the National Leakage Reduction Programme. They say mains repair works may cause supply disruptions to Carrowhugh and surrounding areas from 9am until 5pm today, with people advised to allow up to four hours for
Water leak reduction works taking place outside Greencastle Read More »
Donegal Deputy Thomas Pringle says the government needs to give more resources to local authorities to build houses as part of a comprehensive rethink on its housing policy. However, the Independent TD has questioned whether there is an appetite within government to take the measures necessary to effect real change. He says Focus Ireland has
Government reliance on the market to address housing issues will not work – Pringle Read More »
School leavers and adults who wish to go to college but didn’t get the offers they wanted, or didn’t apply to the CAO, are being invited to apply for ‘Available Places’ across the Atlantic Technological University. Places are available on a number of courses, including a Level 6 Pharmacy Technician course in Letterkenny, Level 7
People being invited to apply for ATU ‘Available Places’ Read More »
Donegal continues to have the lowest average earnings in the state, according to the CSO. 2023 figures which have just been published show that while Donegal had one of the highest percentage increases in median income last year, the figure is still 23% lower than the national average. Median weekly earnings were highest in Dublin
Donegal continues to have the lowest income in the state Read More »
Uisce Eireann says repairs to a burst main will potentially cause water supply issues in Crievesmith, Crieve, Rockhill, Bomany, Ballyconnelly, Conwal, Tullygay, Foxhall and surrounding areas this evening, with works are scheduled to take place until 9pm. Meanwhile, essential maintenance works are taking place in the vicinity of Lismonaghan, they’re set to last until midnight
Uisce Eireann working on issues in two areas of Letterkenny this evening Read More »
An archaeological dig gets underway this week on the grassy bank at the foot of Derry’s Walls close to the Bogside. The work is being carried out by a team from Queen’s University, with locals being invited to come and help. Artifacts will go on display later this month at the Verbal Arts Centre. It’s
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News, Sport and Obituary Notices for Monday September 2nd……………
News, Sport and Obituary Notices for Monday September 2nd Read More »
A report has found a lack of joined up vision in Stormont for tackling Northern Ireland’s problems. The paper by independent think tank Pivotal looked at the performance of the Executive in the seven months since its restoration. The report’s authors say ministers’ tendency to blame a lack of funding is not appropriate. Director of
Report finds a lack of joined up thinking at Stormont Read More »
United Against Racism North West has condemned anti-immigrant graffiti on a housing development in Derry. They’re now calling on the DUP to step up to tackle the issue as a whole. The word’s ‘No migrants, no scum’ and ‘enter at your own risk’ was spray painted in black on the empty houses in the Church
Racist graffiti condemned in Derry Read More »
Last month seen 226 new car registrations in Donegal, a 16% rise on August of last year. Over 2,605 new cars have been bought in the county this year so far, which is up 8% for the same time period of 2023. Toyota, Kia, Skoda, Volkswagen and Hyundai are the five most popular car brands
New car registrations on the rise in Donegal Read More »
Residents of the twin towns are being reminded that it is illegal to dump household waste in to public litter bins. A notice has been placed on one bin by the Bank of Ireland in Ballybofey warning of a €150 of fine for those caught doing so. It also says CCTV is in operation in
Twin Towns residents warn of fines for illegal dumping Read More »
Claire Hanna looks set to become the new leader of the SDLP – after confirming her bid for the job. She’s already got the backing of outgoing leader Colum Eastwood – as well as the party’s Stormont leader Matthew O’Toole. The current Deputy Leader outlined her vision for the party:
Claire Hannah looks set to become SDLP leader Read More »
Eoghán Dawson has been laid to rest on what would have been his 21st birthday. The young man and his cousin, Kian Dawson-Kirk, passed away following a single vehicle collision in Quigley’s point, travelling back from Malin Head where the pair enjoyed visiting to watch the sea. The Requiem Mass heard that through organ donation,
Young man killed in Inishowen crash buried on what would have been his 21st birthday Read More »
A founding Chairperson of the New York St. Patrick’s Day Foundation is hoping to be elected to the Seanad to represent the global Irish citizen. If elected, he would be the first person to represent Irish people who moved abroad. Hilary Beirne says not enough is being done to engage with people who have emigrated
Man bid to create new role in the Seanad to represent global Irish citzens Read More »
The Nine ’til Noon Show – Weekday’s 9am to 12noon Magazine type mid morning chat show which aims to inform and entertain listeners and to platform their views and issues : It’s a special show today, with Donal in studio and Greg and the team in Ards Forest Park on today’s leg of the
Podcast Monday’s Nine Til Noon Show Read More »
Liquids over 100ml will no longer be permitted within cabin baggage at Donegal Airport It’s a temporary change by the EU – following the introduction of new scanning machines. At Carrickfinn, liquids under 100ml can remain in cabin luggage while passing through C3 Scanners and do not have to stored in a clear plastic bag.
Change in liquid rules at Donegal Airport Read More »
Selection conventions for the Sligo-Leitrim constituency has taken place for Fianna Fail and Fianna Gael. Those successful in securing a seat will also represent people living in South Donegal. Cllr Edel McSharry will contest on behalf of Fianna Fail, while Deputy Frank Feighan was chosen to represent Fine Gael at last nights selection convention.
FF and FG hold Sligo-Leitrim selection conventions Read More »
Drivers are being urged to travel with care as a number oil spills have occurred this morning. Donegal County Council say they are working to clear the roads affected. Extra caution should be taken while driving on the R236 Ballyleckey Crossroads, through the N13 from Kilross to Stranorlar and on the N15 from Stranorlar to
Update: Donegal County Council deal with multiple oil spills Read More »
Drivers using the R236 between Convoy and Raphoe are being urged to travel with care as an oil spill has occurred. Donegal County Council say they are working to clear the road. Signs have been put in place to warn motorists as they approach the spill.
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A major power outage affecting Lifford has been largely resolved this morning. Over 4,000 homes and businesses were without electricity in Rossgeir. That number now stands at 102, which ESB says is planned to be stored by 10:30am
Update: Major power cut largely resolved in Lifford Read More »
New legislation has been put in place to prevent stalking and protect victims. Justice Minister Helen McEntee has announced the new provisions allow all victims to apply to the District Court for a civil order. Before now, the legislation only applied when the perpetrator was a current or former partner. Co-founder of stalking.ie, Una Ring
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A man in his 60s has been charged to appear before court in Derry later this month. The offences include carrying an imitation firearm and driving when unfit. He is due to appear before Derry Magistrates’ Court on September 25th.
Man to appear in court in Derry for imitation firearm Read More »
Parents are encouraged to teach their kids about road safety as the new school year begins. New data from the Road Safety Authority shows a third of children killed or seriously injured on the roads over the last five year were cyclists or pedestrians. The report found 34 children were killed and another 592 were
RSA issue back to school safety advice Read More »
Over 4,000 homes and business have been left in the dark this morning as a major power outage affects those in the Rossgeir area. The fault was reported at 6:42 this morning with a view to being resolved at 7:45am According to the ESB power check website, electricity is yet to be restored as crews
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Donegal is among the counties most likely to have oversized primary school classrooms, according to a report published in today’s Irish Independent. It found that almost 15% of classrooms here contain 30 or more students. While just over 23% are in a class of 20 or less. The average classroom size is 21.8 pupils in
Donegal primary school classes among most overcrowded in Ireland Read More »
A new campaign is being launched to tackle safety on farms. The Health and Safety Authority will carry out inspections over the next two weeks, focusing on working at height in agricultural settings. Over the last 10 years, 98 people have died as a result of falls in workplaces here – 20 were on farms.
Farm safety campaign launched Read More »
There’s a call to expand the Free School Books scheme at second-level. The Children’s Rights Alliance wants it extended to senior cycle students as part of Budget 2025, as End Child Poverty Week gets underway. It says families fork out a huge amount for their teens to head back to school, with a fifth year
Further calls to expand Free School Books scheme Read More »
A National Slow Down Day is being held today, aimed at reducing road deaths caused by speeding. A joint campaign by Gardaí and the Road Safety Authority aims to tackle bad driver behaviour, with over 70,000 people caught breaking the limit in the year to July. The initiative hopes to curb rising road deaths, which
National Slow Down Day underway Read More »
The funeral takes place today in Derry of a 20 year old man, who died as the result of a crash in Inishowen just over a week ago. Eoghan’s funeral Mass will take place at 12:30 in St. Patrick’s Church in Pennyburn. He was one of four people to die as a result of incidents
Funeral takes place in Pennyburn of second person to die following Quigley’s Point crash Read More »
An Inishowen councillor is calling for the development of a facility on the peninsula to test commercial vehicles. On foot of representations from Cllr Albert Doherty, Donegal County Council is liaising with the Road Safety Authority to identify how more operators and centres can be identified to carry out Commercial Vehicle Roadworthiness Tests. Cllr Doherty
Uisce Eireann says mains repair works may cause supply disruptions to Trentagh, Drumcavany and surrounding areas between Churchill and Kilmacrennan this morning. Works are scheduled to take place from 10am until 1pm today.
Uisce Eireann carrying out repair works today in Trentagh and Drumcavany Read More »
Donegal County Council says due to essential maintenance works, the L-1192-7 Lough Salt Road at Goldrum will be blocked from 7am to 7pm today (Mon) and tomorrow. Diversions will be in place via the N-56 and L-5542-1
Roadworks taking place on Lough Salt Road Read More »
The N56 has re-opened at Inver after a collision earlier today in which a motorcyclist was injured. The motorcyclist was rushed to hospital following a crash involving his bike and two care shortly before 12 noon today. We understand his injuries are serious, but not life threatening. The road was closed for a number of
N56 reopens at Inver following crash in which motorcyclist was injured Read More »
In the last year, Ireland has seen the largest increase in population since 2008. The population rose by 98 thousand 700, to 5.38 million overall. Immigration also grew to over 149 thousand in the 12 months to April 2024. European Migration Network Policy Officer with the ESRI, Keire Murphy says migrants coming in often have
CSO stats show the extent of Ireland’s population growth Read More »
Uisce Eireann say they are investigating reports of water supply disruptions affecting Driminaught, Dooen and surrounding areas outside Letterkenny. Yesterday, part of the area was affected by a burst water main, which the utility spent much of the day repairing.
Uisce Eireann investigating reports of more water supply issues outside Letterkenny Read More »
A Bernese Mountain Dog which disappeared more then two weeks ago has been found safe and well. Mali, who has been visiting Ireland with her German owners was feared dead after it was thought she ran off a cliff on Arranmore lsland. However, a local fisherman spotted the dog on the side of a cliff
Missing dog found on Arranmore Read More »
Support for Sinn Fein has fallen again. Party leader Mary Lou McDonald has also seen a drop in her popularity in a new poll. The latest Sunday Independent/Ireland Thinks poll shows Sinn Fein is down 1 to 18 per cent support. The party was polling at 37 percent in October 2022, but this backing has
66% favour another FF/FG coalition after the next general election – Poll Read More »
An attempt has been launched to bring together the biggest choir ever assembled in the county, as part of Donegal Town’s 550th anniversary. The Sing 550 event takes place three weeks from today, on Sunday September 22th in St Agatha’s Church, Clar, with people over 18 being invited to register and take part.
550 choristers sought to mark Donegal Town’s 550th anniversary Read More »
Palliative Care week takes place in two weeks time, and the theme this year this year is ‘You, Me and Palliative Care’. One of the centrepieces of the week in Donegal will be a collaboration between Donegal Hospice and Coláiste Ailigh in Letterkenny. Art students will paint a series of pictures exploring the theme, and
Unique art exhibition to mark Palliative Care week in Donegal Read More »
The woman killed in a road tragedy in St Johnston yesterday has been named locally as Patricia McBrearty from Church Street in the village. She was in her 80s. Ms McBrearty was pronounced dead at the scene after she was steuck by a lorry close to her home at around 2 0’clock. She was the
Woman killed in St Johnston tragedy named locally as Patricia McBrearty Read More »
Letterkenny were beaten 38-22 by Carrickfergus in their Ulster Championship 2 clash. Elsewhere, City of Derry defeated Randalstown by 14 points to 5 in Championship 1. In Ulster Rugby Premiership 2, Omagh had an impressive 36-29 away win over Belfast Harlequins.
Rugby: Letterkenny lose, but wins for City of Derry and Omagh. Read More »
The first round of games in the Voodoo Cup were played on Saturday afternoon. Results Arranmore United 1, Gweedore Celtic 4 Castlefin Celtic 2, Lagan Harps 1 Copany Rovers 3, Cappry Rovers 0 Donegal Town 5, Erne Wanderers FC 6 Drumbar FC 2, St Catherines FC 0 Drumkeen United 2, Ballybofey United 4 Drumoghill 1,
Goals galore: Voodoo Venue Cup full-time scores Read More »
Institute are still winless in this season’s NIFL Championship with four games played. Draws in the first two matches have been followed by two defeats in the space of 5 days as ‘stute went down 2-1 away to Annagh United this afternoon. It was 1-1 after only 4 minutes as Jamie Browne equalised for Institute
NIFL: Two defeats on the bounce for Institute Read More »
Uisce Eireann crews are carrying out repairs to two burst water mains in the county today with the potential for supply disruptions. Works on a pipe serving Newmills, Dooen and surrounding areas outside Letterkenny are scheduled to take place until 5pm this evening, while repairs to a burst main serving Buncrana and surrounding areas are
Burst water main repairs causing supply disruptions at Newmills and Buncrana Read More »
The experiences of people in nursing homes and care-settings during Covid are being made public today. A group representing survivors, and bereaved families, say they’re finally ‘breaking the silence’. Every 20 minutes today – they’ll be sharing someone’s story on social media. Majella Beattie from Care Champions says they’ve lost confidence in Government plans to
Care Champions leading the ‘people’s inquiry’ into government Covid 19 response Read More »
Police in County Derry re appealing for information following the report of shots being fired at a property in the Dungiven area last night. It was reported at around 10:50 pm that a number of shots had been fired at a house in the Bleach Green area of the town, causing damage to a door
PSNI investigate firing of shots in Dungiven Read More »
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