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Research commissioned by Holywell Trust has found that labour market integration probems, poor public transport and weak infrastructure are among the significant challenges facing the North West economy. The study compared the North West’s economy with those of a number of other cities and regions around the world that straddle national boundaries. At an event […]

Police in Derry seized suspected Class B drugs and made an arrest in the Waterside area today. The suspected drugs, along with a number of other items, were seized during a search of a property by local police, supported by Tactical Support Group members. A 36-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of possessing and being

Uisce Eireann says repairs to a burst water main may cause supply disruptions to MÍn an Iolair, DoirÍ Beaga and surrounding areas in West Donegal. Works are scheduled to take place until 8pm this evening.

Atlantic Technological University has secured planning permission for the development of Letterkenny Regional Sports and Activity Hub at ATU Donegal. The new facility will be located in Knocknamona, approximately 1.8 kilometers from the Port Road campus, on the N56 adjacent to the IDA business park. The 42-acre, multi-pitch regional sports complex will feature a wide

A man in his 60s has died in a drowning tragedy in West Donegal. Emergency services responded to an incident in Marmaeelan shortly after 8pm last night. The man had gotten into difficulty in the water and was taken to shore. He was later pronounced dead. Arranmore Lifeboat attended the scene, but the casualty had

The past month was wetter than normal, with Donegal recording the wettest August on record. Figures from Met Eireann show there was 114% the usual amount of rainfall for the month. Malin Head Weather station had the highest amount of rain days at 29. The station also seen 181.3 mm of rain, the largest amount

Donegal Animals in Need have shared another incident of animal cruelty to their social media. This case seen a kitten thrown from a car window resulting in a broken leg. Only last week six other kittens were found in a sealed bag in Letterkenny, all of which are reportedly doing well now. Meanwhile seven weeks

A man has been injured after he was reportedly assaulted by a number of people. Gardaí are now investigating the incident which has happened at Market Square in Buncrana between 1.45am and 2.45am on Sunday morning. The victim was treated for his injuries, which are believed to be non-life threatening. Dashcam footage and witness accounts

Efforts are underway to identify a man who smashed a glass panel of a door in a take away in Letterkenny, in the early hours of Sunday morning. The man, who was wearing a cream and yellow shirt, was leaning the premises and the port road at 3am when he kicked the door, causing the

Gardaí were recently alerted to the fact that the leisure centre at the Shore Front in Buncrana has been burgled over the course of the summer months. The gym area was ransacked and the treadmill was damaged. Its believed to have occurred between May 1st and August 27th when building was not in use. Gardaí

A shed was broken into at an address at Glencar Irish in Letterkenny. The lock was broken and entry was gained between 9pm on Saturday last and 7pm yesterday evening. Its understood a road bike which was black in colour with a blue stripe was stolen along a number of hand tools and power tools.

Cash was stolen from the till of a Letterkenny business. It happened on the Neil T Blaney Road between 8pm on Friday last and 6:45am the following morning. Entry was gained by smashing a window. Gardaí are now investigating and are asking those who observed any suspicious activity or who may have relevant information to

A man has died in a single vehicle collision in Co. Derry. The 35 year old was the driver and sole occupant of a blue Vauxhall Astra which collided with a tree after it left the Agivey Road in Kilrea at around 8.40pm last night. The road was closed for a time but has since

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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