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Inishowen RFC 50th anniversary celebrations – reaction from club and Ulster presidents

It’s been a week of celebration for Inishowen Rugby Football Club which is celebrating its 50th anniversary. As part of the celebrations, their Moss Road ground in Carndonagh was the venue for a junior men’s interprovincial game between Ulster and Munster on Saturday afternoon. Ulster won the game by 27 – 10. Highland Radio’s rugby …

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FT Report & Reaction as Donegal Minors beaten by Monaghan

Donegal Minors suffered their second successive defeat in this years Ulster Championship. Luke Barrett’s side went down 0-14 to 0-11 to Monaghan. Donegal will now have a quarter final away to Cavan next weekend. Brendan Devennney has the full time report…. Donegal minor coach Brendan Kilcoyne told Brendan Devenney they need to get back on …

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National figures from the May Bank Holiday show over 2,000 drivers caught speeding

Figures have been released from the May Bank Holiday Weekend Road Safety Campaign The Gardaí operation was in place between Thursday, April 27th until Tuesday morning, May 2nd There was one fatal collision during this period and 10 serious collisions that resulted in 11 serious and life-threatening injuries. To date this year, *59 persons have …

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Coronation Day commences

Central London is warming up for the Coronation of Britain’s King Charles and his Consort, Camilla. More than 5-thousand armed forces personnel are arriving at Waterloo station by train to take part in the processions later – with more than 11-thousand officers on duty for today’s massive security and policing operation. The doors to Westminster …

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One way system in operation in Stranorlar for next 6 weeks

Gardaí in Donegal are reminding people of the one way system that is operating in Stranorlar for the next 5-6 weeks. North bound traffic (coming from Donegal Town direction) will continue to travel along Stranorlar Main Street during but south-bound traffic, coming from both Letterkenny and Lifford directions, will be diverted via Mill Brae and …

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Award-winning actor, Barry Keoghan encourages Donegal non-profits to apply for Coca Cola Thank You Fund

Returning from his Met Gala debut and ahead of Sunday night’s IFTAs, BAFTA-winning Irish actor Barry Keoghan has launched the 2023 Coca Cola thank you fund. The BAFTA-winning actor is encouraging non profit community groups in Donegal to apply for funding which has this year doubled in size to €200,000 in grants available. The funding …

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Possible traffic disruptions in Derry and Strabane across the weekend

A number of parades across Derry and Strabane may cause minor traffic disruption in places over the weekend On Saturday 6th May, parades are taking place in Sion Mills between 9am and noon; in Donemana between 1pm and 5pm, with possible disruption on Lisnaragh Road, and in Claudy, between 2.15pm and 4.15pm, where diversions will …

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Camera crews to follow adventurer Hannah Shiels at trail running event across Sliabh Liag cliffs this weekend

Adventurer Hannah Shields will be among trail runners and hikers taking to Sliabh Liag this weekend. The south Donegal tourist attraction will host the Excel Sports Trail Running and Hiking Races over the weekend. Hannah Shields will be joining the event participating in a race and sharing her experiences. Shields was the first Northern Irish …

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Security alert underway in Derry

A security alert is underway in the Richill Park area of the Derry’s Waterside. The PSNI says officers are in attendance and cordons are in place. Richill Park is closed, and the local primary school has been evacuated with plans in place to move pupils and staff to safety.

CSO figures show earnings in Donegal are still the lowest in the country

There was an increase of 2.4 per cent in median weekly earnings in 2021, compared to the previous year. CSO figures show nationally,  median incomes went up from €629 in 2020, to €644  the following year. Median weekly earnings for Dublin were €708. This was 10% higher than the national figure, and almost 37% higher …

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Opinions divided on need whether farmers need a new political party

Opinions are divided in Donegal as to whether or not there’s a need for a new political party representing farmers. The issue’s been raised by Independent TD Michael Fitzmaurice, who says the voices of the farming community are being lost in national debates. That’s a view that’s shared by Donegal Town Mart Manager Emer McGuinness………..   …

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David Keaney with President Michael D Higgins

Presidential Placement – Dream Work Experience for Young Donegal Town Native

  David Keaney a young man from Donegal Town achieved an incredible opportunity at the young age of 21 when he was selected to do a 15-week placement at the official residence of our President, Áras an Uachtaráin. As a household assistant, Keaney gained invaluable experience and insights into the workings of one of Ireland’s …

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Motorcyclist killed in Co Derry collision named as 43 year old Aidy Clarkin

  Police in County Derry have confirmed the motorcyclist who died following a collision in Tobermore last evening was 43-year-old Aidy Clarkin from the Draperstown area. Police say Aidy was involved in a single vehicle collision on the Lisnamuck Road shortly after 5pm. The investigation is ongoing, and police are appealing to anyone who witnessed …

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Man detained after drug seizures in Derry released pending further enquiries

A 20-year-old man arrested in Derry on Wednesday following the seizure of suspected Class B and C drugs has been released on police bail to allow for further enquiries. The man had been initially arrested on suspicion of driving without a licence or insurance, and suspected drugs, drug paraphernalia and a quantity of cash were …

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Varadkar says government will follow through on commitment to support UU’s Magee Campus

  The Taoiseach has said the government remains committed to supporting the Ulster University campus at Magee College in Derry. The issue was raised in the Dail this week by People before Profit TD Richard Boyd Barrett, who said the issue was raised with him by a number of people while he was canvassing in …

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DCC launches public consultation as Fort Dunree plans near completion

Donegal County Council is urging people to engage with them as plans for the €12.5 million Fort Dunree project near completion. The council says it wants to hear from those who use the site about their current usage, and how that can be facilitated into the future. Grant funding of over €9.2 million has been …

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Pringle tells Dail that more than two years after Meenbog bogslide, answers are needed

The Dail has been told it’s not acceptable that more than two years after a major bogslide close to a windfarm at Meenbog, no conclusions on what happened have been forthcoming, despite an immediate multi-agency enquiry. The issue was raised by Donegal Deputy Thomas Pringle, who said despite the delay in determining what happened, there …

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Government urged to support Derry Dublin air service service

Junior Transport Minister Jack Chambers has launched a public consultation to inform a Mid-term Review of the Regional Airports Programme 2021-2025. This Programme supports Ireland’s smallest airports, and among its initiatives is the Public Service Obligation air services between Donegal and Dublin. Meanwhile, the government is being urged to support the resumption of an air …

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By-laws needed at newly designated EU entry piers and harbours- McGuinness

Donegal County Council has been told that by laws need to be introduced at piers and harbours in Inishowen which are set to become much busier on foot of changes introduced a week ago by Marine Minister Charlie McConalogue. He announced that Bungee, Glengad and Malin were being designated as EU entry ports for Northern …

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LUH ED nurse says strike action may be inevitable

Nurses say they might have to strike later this year, as they cannot face another winter of overcrowding. A motion on safe staffing passed unanimously at the INMO’s annual conference in Kerry earlier. If significant improvements aren’t made, all members of the nurses’ union will be balloted this coming September. Sarah Maher, an ED nurse …

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RTE right to broadcast coronation on Saturday – Cunningham

RTE’s decision to broadcast the Coronation of Britain’s King Charles’ has provoked a mixed reaction. People Before Profit TD Paul Murphy claims the event is a ‘very obvious attempt’ to rehabilitate the monarchy. He believes the broadcaster shouldn’t provide four hours of coverage on Saturday. However, Donegal Commentator and Harvey’s Point Hotel Ambassador Noel Cunningham, …

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Saolta urge people with non-urgent issues not to attend Emergency Department at LUH

Saolta says the Emergency Department (ED) at Letterkenny University Hospital has been extremely busy over the past few days with high numbers of people attending. Yesterday saw 195 attendances at the Emergency Department with 186 attending on Tuesday, May 2nd. These high attendances are continuing. As of 3pm today Thursday May 4th there have been …

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Donegal based senator tells Seanad a taxi driver refused to drop her home

A Donegal based senator says a taxi driver refused to drop her home because she lived in a halting site. Eileen Flynn was raising issues on racism in Ireland and is the only member of the travelling community represented in the Oireachtas. Senator Flynn said she called the Gardaí saying the driver was committing a …

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ECB confirms a .25% interest rate rise with more increases predicted

The European Central Bank is increasing interest rates by a quarter of one per cent. It’s the seventh increase in a year and will impact tracker mortgages immediately. Announcing the move, the ECB says inflation has remained too high for too long. President of the ECB, Christine Lagarde, has indicated there could be further interest …

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HSE boss promises new system for dealing with ED problems

The HSE will move away from the ‘winter plan’ format and create a new system to deal with year-round problems facing emergency departments. Its Chief Executive says a new strategy will take effect from June, which aims to ‘consistently’ respond to issues with urgent care. 447 people were waiting for a bed in the country’s …

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INMO will ballot members on strike action if staff shortages aren’t resolved

Nurses may go on strike later this year, if action isn’t taken to address unsafe staffing. An emergency motion on the matter passed unanimously at the INMO conference in Kerry this afternoon. It called for all members of the nursing union to be balloted this coming September, unless significant progress is made before then. Members …

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Government turning their backs on those facing mortage rate hikes – Doherty

It’s expected interest rates will be raised by a quarter of one percent this afternoon. The European Central Bank is to announce the measure as it continues to battle with high inflation. Anyone on a tracker mortgage will see an immediate increase in their rates, while some variable rate holders could be impacted later in …

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Donegal pharmacist says discussions on Codeine are worrying for those prescribed it

A Donegal pharmacist doesn’t agree with concerns being raised over the use of codeine. Margaret O’Doherty of Raphoe Pharmacy says while it is an addictive medication, not everyone who takes it is an addict. There are ongoing discussions which could see codeine banned. Ms O’Doherty says it is very worrying for people who have been …

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60 nurses needed in medical, surgical and emergency departments at LUH – INMO

The INMO’s Industrial Relations Officer for the North West, Neal Donohoe says while there has been an increase in recruitment at Letterkenny University Hospital, staff are still struggling to deal with the high attendances at the hospital. He says 60 additional nurses are required in the medical, surgical and emergency departments currently. Mr Donohoe says …

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Zero pesticide exceedances identified in public drinking water supplies in Donegal in 2022

Zero pesticide exceedances were identified in public drinking water supplies in Donegal last year. It marks a significant reduction in the number of exceedances for pesticides in public drinking water supplies in the county. In 2021 Uisce Eireann detected 3 exceedances for MCPA and Bentazone. The utility however, is urging people to continue to consider …

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Cllr McClafferty believes footage of illegal dumpers should be posted to social media as a deterrent

A West Donegal Councillor believes footage of illegal dumpers should be posted on social media as a deterrent. It’s after rubbish including a chair, a strimmer and a children’s push trike were discovered discarded close to Muckish Grotto. Councillor Michael McClafferty previously called for CCTV cameras to be installed at fly tipping hot spots. He …

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It’s claimed people with disabilities have been locked-down in their home for last 10 years

It’s claimed people with disabilities have been locked-down in their homes for the last 10 years. The Regional Group of TDs is bringing forward a Dáil motion today, calling on the government to improve disability transport schemes. They say a number of supports and grants have been withdrawn or closed to new applicants since 2013. …

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Over 850 new nursing posts to be created

Over 850 new nursing posts are being created. The Health Minister has announced a 25 million euro investment to boost staffing levels in the country’s acute hospitals. It comes on day two of the Irish Nurses’ and Midwives’ Organisation’s annual conference – which Stephen Donnelly is due to address tomorrow. Labour’s Health Spokesperson, Duncan Smith …

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MacLochlainn stresses need to ensure quarries are closely monitored under new law

The Dail has been told that a decade after evidence began to emerge of defective blocks in Donegal, it’s unbelievable that some quarries still haven’t been audited and inspected. Deputy Padraig MacLochlainn was speaking during a debate on the second stage of the Construction Safety Licencing Bill, which concludes provision for inspection of quarries and training …

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Meeting in Killygordon tomorrow to discuss local priorities

  A public meeting will take place in Killygordon tomorrow evening to discuss the future development of the area. The event will at the Oaktree Community Centre will include the provision of feedback on the various grants and funding obtained to date and how they will benefit the community directly. There will also be an …

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