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The 100% Redress Party and five of Donegal County Council’s nine independents have formed a working group which will cooperate during the coming five year term. Cllr Michael McBride says the names of the participants will not be released for the moment, as the door is open to other independents to become involved. He believes […]

Uisce Eireann says valve repair works may cause supply disruptions to Rathmullan and surrounding areas today. Works are scheduled to take place until 3pm this afternoon, with Uisce Eireann saying it could take up to four hours after the estimated restoration time for supplies to fully return.

SDLP Leader Colum Eastwood says the treatment of Bloody Sunday families seeking justice for the murder of their loved ones has been disgraceful. It comes after the family of William McKinney confirmed that the PPS has failed to challenge anonymity for ‘Soldier F’ who is charged with the murder of two people in Derry as

Plans have been unveiled for a new leisure centre in Strabane. The development is an integral component of Derry City and Strabane District Council’s wider vision for the strategic development and regeneration of Strabane town centre. Derry City and Strabane District Council is investing significantly in the development of a new leisure centre for Strabane

Fianna Fail Senator Niall Blaney has been eliminated after the fifteenth count in the Midlands Northwest European election count. It follows the elimination last night of the other Donegal based candidate, Independent Peter Casey. Independent Luke Ming Flanagan still leads the way, and is now 10,000 votes off the quota. Fine Gael’s Nina Carberry and

People are being asked to have their say on the future of Ebrington in Derry. The North’s First Minister Michelle O’Neill says realising the full potential of Ebrington will deliver a wide range of economic, social and cultural benefits for local communities, and showcase the city across the island and to the world. A series

Aer Lingus pilots have voted to strike. They’re seeking wage hikes of over 20 percent after rejecting a pay rise of 9 percent brokered at the Labour Court. Irish Airline Pilots’ Association (IALPA) say 97.7% of the ballots returned were in favour of industrial action, up to and including strike’. If a strike does go

Dr Anne McCloskey who ran in last week’s local election in Donegal has been jailed for refusing to pay a fine. The 67 year old of Chapel Road, Derry appeared before Derry Magistrates Court today in connection with an unpaid Covid fine of £255 for a breach of Covid regulations in 2022. She received 150

The ISPCA have launched a nationwide appeal for urgent foster homes for 24 ponies, donkeys, and horses, currently in their care. The organisation has limited isolation units and can’t keep up with the number of animals needing their care. They’re calling on anyone with spare stables or suitable field shelter who could take one in

Police are currently at the scene of a crash on the Strabane Road. The road between Castlederg and Erganagh is closed following the collision which occurred a short time ago. Motorists are being advised to seek an alternative route.

Donegal County Council have announced that there is currently a Half Price Bulky Goods Two Week Promotion at the Council’s Recycling Centres, in association with Bryson Recycling. These will take place on the following dates and at the following centres: 10th June – 22nd June @ Stranorlar / Laghey/ Dungloe Recycling Centres 24th June –

    Detectives from the Terrorism Investigation Unit have made an arrest in Strabane as part of an investigation into dissident republican activity. A 48-year-old man was arrested under the Terrorism Act yesterday evening, and taken to Musgrave Serious Crime Suite where he is being questioned. A vehicle was also seized as part of this

Two people have been arrested in Meath and Donegal in connection with the murder of a police officer in the north, and the attempted murder of a second in the 1970’s. RUC Constable Robert John McPherson was killed after being called to reports of suspicious activity at a post office in Dungiven in Co. Derry

The counting of votes will continue again today in the European elections for the Ireland South and Midlands Northwest constituencies. Its after Dublin’s four MEP’s were elected last night. Fine Gael’s Regina Doherty ended up topping the poll ahead of Fianna Fail’s Barry Andrews, Sinn Fein’s Lynn Boylan and Aodhan O’Riordain of Labour.

The public have been left shocked after learning that three kittens were put into a closed bag and abandoned in Letterkenny. They were found behind a bar on Friday last. The three black kittens, who are all male, are believed to be 10 weeks old. They’re now in the care of charity Animals in Need

It’s feared five mummified remains have been destroyed at one of Dublin’s oldest churches. A man’s been arrested after a fire was lit at St Michan’s Church, which has been described as a dark day for the area. Dublin Fire Brigade rushed to the scene of the fire at St Michan’s Church of Ireland yesterday

An investigation has been launched following a burglary in Castlederg. It’s reported to have occurred in Killeter between 1pm and 3pm on Monday last. PSNI are appealing to those who believed they witnessed anything suspicious to get in touch.

There’s been no improvement in Ireland’s water quality. The latest report from the EPA shows some improvements were found in our rivers, lakes, waterways and coasts in 2023. However they were offset by declines elsewhere. Pollution from agriculture and waste water is largely to blame. Sinead O’Brien CEO Sustainable Water Network says the report is

Aer Lingus flights could be grounded within weeks as pilots look set to strike. Talks between both sides in the dispute broke down yesterday without agreement. The result of a strike ballot is due later. The Irish Airline Pilots’ Association began balloting members in the airline last week. That vote will conclude at midday with

A woman has died following a fatal road crash in County Derry over the weekend. 26 year old Louisa Jane Crawford died when the car she was driving collided with a lorry on the Glenkeen Road in Aghadowey in the early hours of Saturday morning. The PSNI are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash and

Police have renewed their appeal for information on the whereabouts of a missing 55-year-old from Co Derry. Stephen Watterson was last seen in the Glenburn Park area of Magherafelt on Monday, June 3rd. There have been unconfirmed sightings of him in the Rainey Street area of the town on Tuesday, June 4th. Stephen is described

Hopes that the dental clinic at Lifford Hospital would be reopened yesterday have been dashed and fears are growing locally that it may not come back The service closed at the start of May on a tempory basis as necessary maintenance works are underway. In the meantime, all patients are asked to attend the dental

Residents have been heavily consulted in the future service of the Supervised Residential Unit in Carndonagh. The service is moving from a residential service at Radharc na Sleibhte to a Community Mental Health Service. A substantial programme of improvements is to be implemented to bring the unit up to HIQA standards before being re-opened. Damien

The windscreen of a jeep was smashed in the Diamond, Raphoe. It happened when the vehicle was parked there over night, between 10:30pm on Friday the 30th of May and 12 noon the following day. Those who believe they have information is asked to get in touch.

A brown Louis Vuitton handbag has stolen from an unlocked car on Wednesday last. The vehicle was located in the carpark on the Kilmacrennan Road. Those who see such a handbag for sale on a second hand basis is asked to contact gardaí. They’re also reminding the public to not leave valuables in the car

Fuel was stolen from a tractor that was parked in a farmyard in the area of Kimmid, in Pettigo. It happened between 6pm on Tuesday last and 9.30am the following morning. Gardaí are asking residents who observed any suspicious activity or vehicles to make it known to them and for other farmers in the area

Gardaí in Letterkenny are investigating the theft of an e-scooter. It was stolen when the owner parked it outside a takeaway on Lower MainStreet on Saturday last at 1:15am. The grey MAN e-scooter is believed to be taken by a man who left the take away, and then proceeded to travel down the street. Gardaí

A man who previously served seven years for the manslaughter of Garda Gerry McLoughlin has decided to not appeal a new jail term for speeding towards a garda at a checkpoint in Manorcunningham. The Irish Daily Star reports that on the 14th of April in 2020, 39 year old Martin McDermott of Abbey Park, Manorcunningham

A motorbike has been stolen in Derry, police are appealing for information on its whereabouts. The Yamaha MT 125 motorcycle is believed to have been taken from the Fergleen Park area on Thursday last. It is black in colour with blue accenting. PSNI are asking those who have been offered a bike for sale matching