Ministers are to hear an update on a number of immigration policies as the Cabinet meets this morning. Government will also be asked for approval to rollout an RSV vaccine for infants later this year and to hire therapists for schools on a permanent basis. The Justice Minister Helen McEntee will update Cabinet on the […]
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Donegal ETB says says a funding package for community education announced earlier this month will be used to promote creative learning and environmental and sustainability themes across Donegal. €218,000 was allocated to the scheme earlier this month, with projects in several areas, including Letterkenny, Falcarragh, Donegal Town, Moville and Manorcunningham. The ETB will coordinate projects
Donegal ETB says Reach programme will be a major boost for local communities Read More »
Derry City and Strabane District Council are seeking the public’s views on the Equality Impact Assessment of two new draft action plans. The feedback is being sought on the new Draft Equality and Draft Disability Action Plans for 2024/26, and the Audit of Inequalities document which helped inform the two draft plans. The Mayor of
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Detectives have recovered a suspected firearm and large quantity of suspected Class B drugs as part of an operation in which a number of searches were conducted in Derry and Antrim. The operation involved three searches at addresses in Derry, during which the drugs with an estimated street value of £17,000 were found, and one
Two arrested as suspected gun and drugs are seized during Antrim and Derry searches Read More »
News, Sport and Obituaries on Monday June 17th……………….
News, Sport and Obituaries on Monday June 17th Read More »
The Assembly at Stormont has been told that more attention must be given to the rise in cases of COPD across Northern Ireland. The issue was raised by West Tyrone MLA Daniel McCrossan, whose own mother has the condition, and was hospitalised last week after an urgent situation arose just over a week ago. Mr
Pilots in Aer Lingus have once again voted overwhelmingly for industrial action up to and including strike action in a dispute over pay. Members of the IALPA union voted 99 per cent in favour in a second ballot. The union says the result is an incredible re-affirmation of the mandate for industrial action. A second
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A new information booklet and YouTube video has been launched for gyms and sports clubs to provide information for all those seeking to put on muscle mass safely whilst working out. The booklet and video, which were launched in Bundoran at the weekend, were developed as a collaboration between BMS Gym and the Northwest Regional
The Environment Minister has described as “historic” a decision by the EU to approve the controversial Nature Restoration Law. It aims to put measures in place to restore at least 20 per cent of the EU’s land and sea areas by 2030. The regulation is designed to mitigate climate change and the effects of natural
Mixed reaction to the EU’s adoption of a new Nature Restoration Law Read More »
ATU Donegal has been announced as one of four locations to partner with private nursing homes to deliver a Postgraduate Gerontological Nursing Diploma. The €3.2 million package, announced last February, will support 205 registered nurses over two years and will fund places during the academic years of 2024/2025 and 2025/2026. The Royal College of Surgeons
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61 patients had to wait at least an hour for ambulances to arrive in Donegal in the second half of last year. That’s according to figures released by the National Ambulance Service yesterday. Questions have been raised as that number in neighbouring county Sligo is only four. Additional ambulances have been stationed in Stranorlar, Buncrana
Concerns raised over number of people waiting over an hour for ambulance in Donegal 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: In this hour we have reaction to significant horse abuse exposed at a key site by secret RTÉ filming, there’s details on a savage
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The EU Nature Restoration Law has been officially approved by member states. It will be enacted across the European Union after being passed by 20 countries – including Ireland – at the EU Environment Council this morning. The law requires all member states to introduce measures to restore nature on at least a fifth of
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There has been more efforts to bring Donegal Deputy Joe McHugh back into Fine Gael’s parliamentary party. The former Chief Whip resigned after he voted against legislation underpinning the Defective Block Redress Scheme. Deputy McHugh says as it stands there has not been any progress in terms of specific requests he made in relation to
Deputy Joe McHugh requesting meeting with Taoiseach on defective block crisis progress Read More »
Three dogs have been killed in fire at a home in Derry. Yesterdays blaze in the Meadow View Crescent area is being treated as arson. Police received the report shortly before 6:35pm and a 36 year old man has been arrested on suspicion of arson endangering life with intent and two counts of assault on
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A man in his 20s has been required to attend hospital to receive medical attention at after he was bitten by a dog in Muff yesterday. It’s understood to have been a Rottweiler. Gardaí say that investigations are ongoing. It follows an incident in which three pet lambs were killed in a dog attack last
Calls for on call dog warden as gardaí investigate dog attack in Muff Read More »
People in Northern Ireland are being urged to ensure they are registered to vote ahead of the UKs upcoming general election. The deadline closes tomorrow, with polling taking place on Thursday the 4th of July. Those who need to can register online on the gov.uk website. Alternatively registration can be complete at a local voter
Public urged to register to vote in council offices in Strabane and Derry Read More »
A Detective Chief Inspector who was shot in Omagh last year was among those who were recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours list over the weekend. DCI John Caldwell suffered ‘life changing’ injuries in the attack that happened in front of his son at a sports complex. The Belfast Telegraph reports that Caldwell has been
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We’ll know the result of the latest ballot by Aer Lingus pilots later today. They’ve been voting in a paper ballot over the weekend, after a digital one conducted last week was questioned by the airline. Members of the Irish Airline Pilots Association are looking for pay rises of over 20%, which Aer Lingus says
Aer Lingus paper ballot results to be released later today Read More »
Online news is becoming more popular than television news here. That’s the finding of a new report by Coimisiún na Meán, which also revealed over a quarter of 18 to 24 years are olds are paying for their news. It’s the first time online news has become more popular with consumers. Rónán Ó Domhnaill from
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Drivers are warned of lane closures between Manorcunningham and Letterkenny over the next two days. From 9:30am this morning, the inbound lane on the N13 dual carriageway between the Manorcunningham and Dry Arch roundabouts will be closed. While from 6:30 am tomorrow morning the outbound lane will be closed. It’s to facilitate essential maintenance works.
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Those living in housing estates are being encouraged to form a residents association in order to obtain funding from Donegal County Council for maintenance. Cllr Gary Doherty says that he has received questions on who the responsibility lies with, as in some cases residents pool together for the cutting of grass, while the local Tidy
Glenmaquin National School is to open the doors to its new extension tomorrow. The addition has been described as a testament to the strength of the small community. Following extensive lobbying by staff, board of management, parents and the wider community, a new state of the art classroom has been completed and will be
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The Letterkenny Roads Policing Unit have had a busy Sunday. They issued two Fixed Charge Penalty Notices this morning in Letterkenny after they detected vehicles illegally parked in disabled bays. They have warned that if you are detected stopped or parked in a disabled parking bay and you do not hold a valid permit to
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Homes in at least 16 counties have been affected by defective concrete blocks. New research has questioned the future of a European certification and safety standard for building materials. The Irish Independent report that UK-based minerals consultancy expert Petrolab have warned defective concrete blocks could appear in more areas of the country. There is early
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Donegal GAA are asking for the public’s assistance in reuniting a young fan with his signed Donegal bucket hat. The hat had been signed by a number of players, including Dara Ó Baoill, after the match against Clare in McHale Park, Castlebar. The owner is said to be heartbroken. If you find it, please call
Have you seen this signed Donegal bucket hat? Read More »
Supermarkets in Strabane are being criticised after their trollies ended up in a river. Local Independent Councillor Raymond Barr was alerted to the problem by a chairman of the Strabane and Lifford Angling Club, as 24 trollies were pulled out of the river last year. Cllr Barr says they pose a risk to anglers and
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Lane closures will be in place on the N13 Dual Carriageway between Manorcunningham Roundabout and the Dry Arch Roundabout tomorrow and Monday for essential maintenance works. Tomorrow, Inbound Lane Closures will be starting at 9.30am. On Tuesday, Outbound Lane Closures will be at Starting 6.30am.
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Roisin Hegarty of the Illies Golden Gloves BC won the National Girl Junior Cadet 60kg title at the National Stadium on Saturday as she had a 3-2 decision in her favour in the final against Olivia Farrell of the St. Bridget’s Club. Dunfanaghy’s Eddie McBride got through to the 52kg Boy’s Final but lost out
Boxing: Delight for Hegarty but no joy for McBride in National Cadet Finals Read More »
All plastic bottle caps will be ‘tethered’ from next month. The initiative has already irritated many consumers – but it’s here to stay. The new system is being extended to all plastic bottles from July, under an EU ‘single use plastics’ directive. A spokesperson for the Department of the Environment says caps account for about
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A parade is due to get underway in Derry this morning which could cause traffic delays in the Waterside area. The Apprentice Boys of Derry Walker Parent Club parade leaves from Rossdowney Park at 11 o’clock and will finish on Society Street at 12:15pm. Police say they will be on duty to assist. The
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Animal rescue volunteers in the Finn Valley area are in a ‘nightmare’, as the number of animals in need of help are on the rise. Doreen Russell of Twin Towns Lost and Found Dogs says as it stands there simply aren’t enough resources to cope. It’s taking a toll on volunteers who are trying to
Animal rescuers appealing for more volunteers as pressure mounts Read More »
Two men in Omagh have been found guilty in relation to the advertising and sale of four ‘clocked cars’. The case was heard before Newry Crown Court yesterday. In a case brought by the Department for the Economy’s Trading Standards Service, Mr Samuel McConnell (28) of Learden Road, Gortin, director of SMC Cars & Commercials
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Kate Middleton has revealed her cancer treatment is continuing and will last a few more months. Britain’s Princess of Wales has issued a statement, confirming she’ll attend King Charles’ birthday parade in London tomorrow. She admits as anyone going through chemotherapy will know, there are good and bad days. She says she’s “not out of
Kate Middleton is taking each day as it comes as chemotherapy to last a few more months Read More »
A body has been found by teams searching for a missing 55 year old man from county Derry. The remains were recovered in the Tobermore Road area of Magherafelt today. The team who made the discovery have been looking for Stephen Watterson, who was last seen in the Glenburn Park area of Magherafelt on June
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Main Evening News, Sport, An Nuacht and Obituaries – Friday, June 14th:
Main Evening News, Sport, An Nuacht and Obituaries – Friday, June 14th Read More »
23 primary schools in Donegal have been awarded the SFI Curious Minds Award 2024. The programme aims to increase interest in science, technology, engineering and maths among primary school students, parents, and teachers, nationwide in a fun, engaging way. Scoil Naomh Fiachra, Illistrin were presented with the Platinum Award, which is for schools that have
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There has been a marginal increase in waiting lists at Letterkenny University Hospital last month. Inpatients and day cases recorded an increase of 0.9% while outpatients seen a rise 0.7%. The number of people on the inpatient and day case waiting lists at Letterkenny University Hospital currently sits at 1,598, 18 of whom are children.
Marginal increase in waiting list numbers at Letterkenny University Hospital Read More »
Graffiti was sprayed on the walls and outdoor recreational facilities of the Oasis Plaza. In Omagh, police are asking the public for assistance. They believe it happened sometime between Sunday and Wednesday last. If you have any information, please contact police on 101.
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The number of adults who have spent more than six months in emergency accommodation has increased by more than 500% in the past decade. A report into homelessness found more than 55,000 people have been registered as homeless in Ireland since 2014. Almost 30,000 had exited emergency accommodation to either social housing or private rentals.
Three women were sentenced today for offences in connection with the death of Katie Simpson. Katie, who was aged 21, died days after an incident at an address in Gortnessy Meadows in Derry on August 3rd 2020. Jonathan Creswell, who was accused of Katie’s rape and murder, was found dead in April of this year,
Three women sentenced for offences connected with the death of Katie Simpson in Derry Read More »
The Nine Til Noon is broadcast live each weekday between 9am to 12noon. You can listen back to a podcast of the latest Friday edition below! Our Friday Panel is Seamus McDaid, Mary Coyle and Katy Tyrell McCafferty – they break down the local and European election results and debate what impact, if any, they
Podcast – Friday’s Nine Til Noon Show Read More »
The rise in popularity of sea swimming has seen 8 outdoor swimming projects in Donegal receive funding from Health Ireland. Junior Health Minister Colm Burke today announced the successful applicants. Culdaff, Ned’s Point, Dunfanaghy, Carrickfin beach, Mountcharles pier, Killybegs, Rossnowlagh and Bundoran outdoor pool are set to share €24,000 as part of the €500,000 funding
8 Donegal outdoor swimming projects to receive €24,000 in funding Read More »
Atlantic Technological University has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with a social enterprise that redistributes surplus food to establish a partnership that aims to enhance educational opportunities, reduce food waste, and support sustainable practices in food systems. Under the agreement, ATU will provide education and training at QQI Level 6 to personnel linked to
ATU signs MOU with Foodcloud in a bid to reduce food waste Read More »
A community campaigner in Donegal says more needs to be done to engage with young people and others to persuade them to vote. With turnout in some areas of Letterkenny below 40% last week, there have been calls for a review. On today’s Nine til Noon Show, Katy McCafferty said young people in schools and
Repairs to a burst water main may cause low pressure and supply disruptions to Rathmullan and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place until 3pm. Uisce Eireann recommend that those affected allow 3-4 hours after the estimated restoration time for supply to fully return.
Water supply disruptions in Rathmullan due to burst pipe Read More »
It’s understood that missing a Letterkenny teen has been located. Gardai issued an appeal for information earlier this week in a bid to locate the 15 year old, and last night, a family member posted on social media that they had been found safe and well.
Missing Letterkenny teen is found Read More »
The Taoiseach says he’s against changing the electoral system for the next European elections in five years time. The final seats for the European Parliament were filled in the early hours of this morning – almost a full week since voters went to the polls. There’s been criticism elsewhere in Europe this week about how
Our count system is transparent and shouldn’t change – Taoiseach Read More »
The threat of strike at Aer Lingus is looking more certain. Talks between the airline and the pilots union IALPA broke down without any agreement last night. Pilots have voted for industrial action – including possible work stoppages – in a bitter row over pay. The airline’s asked for 15 days notice if flights are
No resolution in sight as Aer Lingus pilots strike looms Read More »
The Tanaiste says there’s no guarantee that Fianna Fail would have won two seats in the Midlands Northwest with a two candidate strategy. Barry Cowen, Lisa Chambers and Niall Blaney all ran for the party in the fifteen county constituency. However Barry Cowen was the only Fianna Fail candidate who was elected, despite the party
No guarantee two candidate strategy would have secured another FF seat – Tanaiste Read More »
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