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A North Inishowen councillor is calling on Donegal County Council to increase the number of Electric Vehicle charging points in the area. Cllr Ali Farren says there’s a need to ensure the peninsula is catered for when it comes to the availability of chargers. If not, he says owners will not come to the area,

Portaleen Pier in Glengad has officially re-opened today following a €1.3m investment to make it safer and more modern. The opening was carried out by Fisheries Minister Timmy Dooley, accompanied by Sports Minister Charlie McConalogue and the  Cathaoirleach of the Inishowen MD, Cllr Martin McDermott. During the opening Minister Dooley paid tribute to the local

The Chair of Donegal County Council’s Defective Concrete Block committee says the government won’t even answer their emails. Cllr Thomas Sean Devine was speaking on today’s Greg Hughes Show about claims made in the council chamber earlier this week that the 100% Redress Party of which he is a member are willing the current government

The Northern Ireland Secretary is reiterating his pledge to progress the UK government’s legacy bill early in the next Parliament. Hilary Benn was at Hillsborough Castle for the latest session of the British-Irish Intergovernmental Conference, against the backdrop of recent attacks on police stations and Troubles legislation. Dublin and London agreed a joint framework on

It’s emerged that Donegal ETB has been sent a request for further information in respect of the planning application for the Three School Campus in Buncrana. Donegal County Council has outlined seven areas in which they require further information. The further information must be submitted to Donegal County Council by October 30th, after which point

Emergency access to the beach on Arranmore Island has been raised at a meeting of Donegal County Council’s Island Committee. With maintenance work being completed, access to the beach was blocked creating difficulty for emergency services trying to access the beach. The issue was raised by Arranmore delegate John McCaffrey. Cllr Brian Carr, who has

The government is being urged to embark on a comprehensive programme to replace radiotherapy machines. The issue was raised in the Dail by Donegal Deputy Pearse Doherty, who told Tanaiste Simon Harris a recent report pointed out that 80% of the 23 radiotherapy machines in the state break down regularly and are in need of

The Defective Concrete Block Scheme has been extended to two more local authority areas – Fingal and Wexford. The move was ratified last night, with no changes to the terms of the scheme itself. Speaking during the debate, Donegal TD Padraig Mac Lochlainn said what is effectively happening is that people on the East Coast

A key Strategic Policy Committee on Donegal County Council says there needs to be a reset of Uisce Eireann’s priorities to ensure that necessary water and waste water infrastructure is provided in rural areas. The Planning SPC discussed concerns about the lack of progress in many areas of the county which are on to development.

A Midlands-North-West MEP says the European Parliament must be prepared to reject the next EU budget if it fails to properly protect food security, farm funding and rural communities. Speaking in the parliament during a debate on the budget, Ciaran Mullooly said the next seven-year budget is crucial to give stability to citizens, to farmers,

A Donegal TD has told the Dail it’s vital that that the Government clarify the situation regarding side by side rebuilding under the defective concrete blocks scheme. It’s an arrangement under which a new house can be built beside an existing home, allowing a seamless move from one to the other. Deputy Charles Ward told

  Taoiseach Michael Martin is being urged to meet with the family of Sinn Fein Cllr Eddie Fullerton, who was shot dead in his Buncrana home 35 years ago next month. In the Dail this afternoon, Deputy Padraig MacLochlainn said the family have been let down by the gardai and the state, claiming that gardai

A Donegal councillor is urging Donegal Youth Council to spearhead a return to the Public Service Adverts that were commonplace on television in the 1970s, 80s and 90s. The short films covered topics such as road safety, often including practical information such as how to drive on roundabouts, and the meanings of various road signs.

The Dail has been told that coastal communities have been routinely failed by successive governments, and there is a need for a reset of the culture in the Department of Agriculture and the Marine to ensure that the needs of those in coastal areas are being recognised and met. Speaking during statements on the ‘Our

In a statement today, the HSE has provided clarity over the number of beds that will be at Buncrana Community Hospital following the refurbishment works. During a meeting last week, representatives of the Executive confirmed that 41 beds will be available at the facility; however, this was found to be inaccurate. 36 beds will be

The Tánaiste isn’t ruling out once-off measures to help homes with rising fuel and energy costs this year. It comes as Government today signs off on the final details of a fuel support package for the haulage and agriculture sectors. It follows nationwide protests in recent weeks from those working in the industries, and comes

Two Donegal TDs will this evening move a Dáil motion to strengthen workers’ rights and address the deepening cost-of-living crisis. Deputies Pádraig Mac Lochlainn and Pearse Doherty say they devised the motion in close cooperation with the Irish Congress of Trade Unions as part of Sinn Féin’s broader campaign to support workers and expand collective

Planned refurbishment works at Buncrana Community Hospital are set to see the number of beds reduced. The work, which was due to begin in June 2025, is now set to begin later this year and last 18 months. At a meeting last week, the HSE assured local representatives and concerned parties that bed numbers would

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses after a fatal road traffic collision which occurred on the R252 at Cloghan on Saturday. The collision involved a car and a motorcycle and occurred at approximately 4.30pm. Garda Shaun Sweeney made the appeal on today’s Greg Hughes Show:

Gardaí are investigating an alleged assault that occurred on the Ramelton Road, Letterkenny on Thursday the 23rd of April between approx. 6pm and 6.10pm. A woman reported that she was waiting on a taxi at that location when a man who was known to her assaulted her. Those with information are encouraged to contact Letterkenny

Donegal County Council has held a special meeting  to consider the Chief Executive’s Report on the Public Consultation in respect of proposed variations to the County Development Plan 2024 – 2030. Detailed discussions took place in respect of each municipal district, with a number of proposals put forward and accepted. Cathaoirleach Cllr Paul Canning says

A West Tyrone MLA has questioned whether Sinn Fein has the ability to deliver the long awaited A5 upgrade. Daniel McCrossan told the Assembly that over the course of the Sinn Fein Ard Fheis at the weekend, everyone from the First Minister to local representatives from the area came to the podium to restate their

Donegal County Council has launched its Culture Division Annual Review for 2025. According to the council, the document showcases a year of vibrant activity, record community participation and continued investment in the county’s rich cultural life. Acting Director of Service Eamonn Browne says the Review reflects the vital role culture plays in strengthening communities across

The Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council has refused to take a motion of no confidence in the government. This afternoon, a special plenary meeting was convened to discuss the fuel crisis and cost of living crisis, and consider a motion to government. The nature of that motion was not outlined in the agenda, but 100%