Met Eireann has issued two Yellow low temperature Weather Warnings for Donegal. The first warning of hazardous conditions due to freezing temperatures is valid from 9 o’clock this evening until 9 o’clock tomorrow morning, with the possibility of icy stretches on roads and footpaths. The second will commence on Thursday morning from 6AM and …
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Gardaí are reiterating their appeal to motorists to adhere to the reduced speed limit in place on the Four Lane project in Letterkenny. It comes as a number of drivers were caught travelling at double the 50 km/h temporary speed limit in recent days. Garda Claire Rafferty is urging motorists on the route to slow …
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The Nine Til Noon Show with Greg Hughes is broadcast, live Weekdays from 9am to 12noon – the podcast is below. In Part one we see what’s making the front pages and then we hear calls for better access to Donegal’s historical sites and there is an update on Cervical Check figures which paint a …
The Irish Patients Association is welcoming plans to scrap hospital inpatient charges. The new rules will come into effect next month. It means people accessing public care won’t be charged – removing the current 80 euro a day fee. Stephen Mc Mahon is spokesman for the IPA……………..
Met Eireann has issued a Yellow low temperature Weather Warning for Donegal. The warning of hazardous conditions due to freezing temperatures is valid from 9 o’clock this evening until 9 o’clock tomorrow morning, with the possibility of icy stretches on roads and footpaths. The warning affects Donegal, Cavan, Monaghan, and parts of Connacht and Leinster. …
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The Consular section of the U.S. Embassy in Ireland is to visit Donegal in the coming weeks. Officials will be in the county on March 21st and will be accepting Passport and Consular Report of Birth Abroad applications as well as completing notary services on documents for use in the United States. To schedule an …
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Donegal Action for Cancer Care says the interpretation of 2022 Cervical Check statistics published yesterday masked what was a very positive story. Last year in Donegal, 7,331 women in Donegal availed of Cervical Check, just over 20% fewer than in 2021. However, DACC say after assessing the figures further, the reason for the drop is the …
DACC says Cervical Check is very much on track in Donegal Read More »
Gardai are appealing for information after a car window was smashed in Bundoran over the weekend. On Sunday, a man had parked his car on Church Road between 12pm and 1pm. Upon returning to the vehicle, the man discovered a window had been smashed. Gardai are urging anyone who was travelling in the area at …
Three students have been injured in an unprovoked attack as they walked from school in Stranorlar. Between 4pm and 4:15pm last Tuesday afternoon, the group of male students were attacked by a group of male youths as they turned onto a laneway, making their way towards their school bus. Gardai have confirmed that they are …
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Gardai are investigating a series of criminal damage incidents in the Creeslough area. A sign for St Columba’s Church, Creeslough was first damaged in September last year. More recently, a sign for the Church in Carrigart was destroyed on February 10th. Gardai are appealing to anyone with information to contact them in Milford.
UPDATE: The Strabane Road has reopened following an earlier collision. *************************** Part of the A5 outside Strabane is closed following a crash this morning. Police are currently at the scene of the two vehicle collision on the Strabane Road between Victoria Bridge and Newtownstewart. To allow emergency services deal with the incident, drivers are advised …
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A Donegal man who sexually assaulted his partner as she slept has been given a suspended sentence. The woman told the court in her victim impact statement that the offence had shattered her life and trust. She described feeling shock, sadness and anger in the aftermath of the offence. The 31-year-old man, pleaded guilty to …
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The Irish Patients Association is welcoming plans to scrap hospital inpatient charges. The new rules will come into effect next month. It means people accessing public care won’t be charged – removing the current 80 euro a day fee. Stephen Mc Mahon is spokesman for the IPA:
The Road Safety Authority is warning motorists to slow down as icy conditions are affecting many roads this morning. It’s also advising drivers to avoid over steering, harsh braking and acceleration. There is some disruption in Donegal as temperatures are as low as -3 degrees this morning. Alan O’Reilly from Carlow Weather says the cold …
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The winter eviction ban won’t be extended beyond the end of this month. That’s the proposal being brought to Cabinet this morning by the Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien. Coalition leaders have agreed to end the eviction ban as planned on the 31st of March. There won’t be any extension and evictions will return on a …
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Applications for the Communities Support Fund are closing this week. The fund is designed for Community groups in disadvantaged areas to assist with running costs and capital expenditure. Donegal County Council and the Donegal Local Community Development Committee are inviting community groups to apply for the community support fund before 3.30pm this coming Thursday. The …
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ALDI Ireland contributed €12million to the local economy in Donegal in 2022. It was revealed in the annual ALDI Economic Impact Report. The figure is the result of sourcing locally produced goods. The firm has seven partnerships with Donegal producers including Donegal Rapeseed Co. and P Mulrine and Sons. 2 million customer visits were welcomed …
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The British-Irish Parliamentary Assembly have unanimously adopted a motion on the contribution of the Good Friday Agreement. It comes with the recognition that more needs to be done to address the impact of the Troubles in Northern Ireland. The motion was agreed ahead of the 25th anniversary of the signing of the deal. The interparliamentary …
Victims of crimes in the North-west are being invited to take part in research that will improve victims’ supports around the country. The Irish Council for Civil Liberties is carrying out the research to understand the experiences of victims of crime in Ireland. Findings from the Garda Public Attitudes Survey found that just over one-third …
Two-thirds of victims were not offered support in 2021 Read More »
The new primary school curriculum is expected to reduce the amount of time spent on religion. It’s thought the new framework will also move the focus away from traditional subjects. Foreign languages will be introduced, as well as a greater emphasis on covering wellbeing, music and drama. Details of a new curriculum are due to …
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As of the first of this month, there were 1,258 Ukrainian students enrolled in schools in Donegal, 818 of them in Primary Schools and 440 in Secondary Schools. That represents 8.4% of the 14,931 Ukrainian students in schools across the country.
Donegal county council have issued a gritting notice for all Donegal Winter Maintenance designated gritting routes. Gritting will begin at 7PM this evening. Drivers are urged to assume no road is ice free. Donegal gritting route index is as follows: 01: National Primary North 02: National Primary Central 03: National Primary South 04: Inishowen …
Minister Charlie McConalogue, says the Office of Public Works has confirmed to him that a new premises has been leased for Ramelton Garda station at Castle Street. The leased premises will need renovation before it can be used as a Garda station. The OPW and An Garda Siochana will work together to complete the design …
Repairs to a burst water main may cause supply disruptions Ardeskin, Tully and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place until 3pm this afternoon. It is recommended that you allow 2-3 hours after the estimated restoration time for your supply to fully return.
The legacy of the European Trail Gazers project, which was led by Donegal County Council, will be considered at a special event at An Grianan Hotel in Burt on Wednesday as part of Enterprise Week. The Inch Levels Wildfowl Reserve Project was the Donegal trail included in the initiative, which also took in trails in …
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The Nine ’til Noon Show with Greg Hughes – Weekday’s 9am to 12noon Magazine type mid morning chat show providing a forum for listeners to express their concerns on the issues of the day. Listen back to Monday’s show… We start with a look at what’s making the front pages and then Deputy Pearse …
Enquiries are continuing following a security alert in Derry. Police received a report of ‘a device’ in the Oeghill Hill Park area of Drumahoe shortly after 10pm last night. Extensive searches have been conducted, however, nothing untoward has been located at this time. Police are appealing to the public to be vigilant and to not …
The National Ambulance Service says that initiatives are being introduced in Donegal to improve the service and reduce the amount of time ambulances are waiting outside Letterkenny University Hospital. A new system which treats people in their own homes rather than bring them to hospital is also being introduced. In response to Regional Health Forum …
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Donegal County Council has renewed its appeal for properties to house Ukrainian people. To date, 152 homes in the county have been made available. The call is part of a Government initiative to make use of unoccupied houses, apartments or holiday homes to house those fleeing the war in Ukraine. A tax-free recognition payment of …
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Over 180 businesses, organisations, and institutions in the North West have signed an open letter in support of the proposed upgrades to the A5. Jointly organised by the Londonderry and Letterkenny Chambers of Commerce, the open letter is signed by business across Derry, Donegal, Strabane, Omagh and the wider North West. It’s been submitted to …
Over 180 North West businesses sign open letter supporting A5 upgrade Read More »
A Donegal Deputy says the Government can and must intervene to cut energy costs. Sinn Fein will bring forward a motion to the Dail tomorrow to urge the Government to provide support as people struggle with sky-high bills. Deputy Pearse Doherty says a sensible measure has been adopted in Europe which the Irish Government has …
‘Government can and must intervene to cut energy costs’ – Deputy Doherty Read More »
The Rural Independent Group of TDs believe businesses not accepting cash is a “flagrant violation of people’s rights.” It has put forward a motion urging the Government to recognise the importance of cash as a means of payment. The group says notes and coins are “crucial to prevent the exclusion of vulnerable groups, such as …
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The last chance for people to have their say on the Town Centre First Plan for Milford is this week. The plan will be regeneration and renewal focused with a view to strengthening the role, image, vibrancy, vitality and resilience of Milford town centre. The Town Centre First Plan for Milford is being developed in …
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An engagement and eternity ring has been stolen from a vehicle in Derry. A white gold, pear shaped ring and a white gold wishbone shaped ring were stolen in the Macneice Close area of Ballymagroarty sometime between 4:30pm on Friday last and 10:30am on Saturday morning. Police are urging anyone with information which could assist …
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A woman has been arrested in Derry and is assisting police with a drug supply investigation. Multiple suspected Class B and Class C controlled drugs were seized by the Ballyarnett Neighbourhood Team following a search of the woman in the city on Saturday. Police also seized deal bags, a set of scales and two mobile …
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Gardai in Donegal are reminding people to ensure their cars are road worthy and relevant safety checks have been carried out ahead of a weather warning coming into force this evening. A status yellow ice warning is set to come into effect from six o’clock this evening. Icy stretches are forecast nationwide, with hazardous conditions …
The three coalition leaders meet this evening to decide whether to end or continue the ban on rental evictions. Its due to lapse at the end of this month, but there have been calls to retain it to ensure more people don’t end up in homelessness. Latest figures published by the Department of Housing revealed …
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Efforts are being made to reduce domestic, sexual and gender-based violence. The Justice Minister Simon Harris says a dedicated State Agency will oversee the dramatic increase in refuge accommodation for victims. The new Domestic, Sexual and Gender Based Violence body will be set up by the start of January next year. Minister Simon Harris says …
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Gardai in Donegal are urging motorists to continue to adhere to the temporary speed limit in place on one of the main arteries into Letterkenny. Due to ongoing road works on the Four Lane route the speed limit has been reduced to 50 km/h. Yesterday, while conducting speed checks on the road, the Letterkenny Roads …
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News came this week that Loganair are to restore their service from Donegal to Glasgow. Flights will operate twice weekly on Saturdays and Sundays from July 1st to September 24th. This announcement comes just under a year since Cllr. Micheal Choilm Mac Giolla Easbuig put a motion to the Glenties MD meeting asking for engagement …
There has been a call for TikTok to be banned on all Government devices. Irish MEP Colm Markey believes the Chinese-owned app poses security risks. The US and Canada have recently banned the use of TikTok for politicians and political staff, while Denmark has urged the same. Mr. Markey says for the moment, we …
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City of Derry recorded a 25 point victory over Carrickfergus in the Ulster Junior Cup on Saturday afternoon. 36-11 was how it finished. In the All Ireland League 2C, Sunday’s Well ran out 49-15 winners over Omagh Academical. The host secured the bonus point in the 34 point victory.
Institute and Dergview shared the points in an entertaining 2-2 draw in the NIFL Championship on Saturday afternoon. Jamie McCormick had Stute ahead on 54 minutes but just three minutes later Jamie Browne levelled up the tie. Sean McCarron then fired Institute 2-1 up with 10 minutes remaining before Mikhail Kennedy insured a share of …
Institute and Dergview share the spoils in NIFL Championship Read More »
Both Donegal’s under 20’s and minor footballers enjoyed victories on Saturday afternoon. The under 20’s went away to Mayo and recorded a 1-13 to 1-11 victory. Meanwhile Donegal minors made it two wins from two, getting the better of Fermanagh 3-14 to 0-02. Goals coming from Danny Brown, Sean Carroll and Donnachadh Ó Baoighill giving …
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Five men have been charged following the discovery of a cannabis farm in County Tyrone. The men – aged between 28 and 50 – were arrested on Thursday after the operation was uncovered in the Tulnacross Road area of Cookstown. They’ve since been charged with a number of offences – including cultivating cannabis …
Police in Northern Ireland have been given more time to question two men, arrested over the shooting of senior detective John Caldwell in Omagh in County Tyrone. The officer was shot several times at a sports centre ten days ago, and is still critically ill in hospital. A 33-year-old and a 57-year-old remain in custody. …
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Donegal Town is one of six towns nationally to partake in the Green Hub pilot which was launched on Tuesday last. Over 30 businesses and organisations were represented at the launch in Donegal town. It’s hoped the initiative will lead to a more circular economy through-out the country. It was found 70% of waste found …
Donegal Town Green Hub pilot launches for success Read More »
A meeting was held yesterday morning in relation to the location of a new pontoon at the pier in Bunbeg. It comes with an investment into the west of the county which Cllr. Michael Choilm Mac Giolla Easbuig says is welcomed. He says its important that the pontoon does not disrupt fishing activities at the …
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Repairs to a burst water main may cause supply disruptions to Glen, Dunmore, Carrigart and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place until 2pm today It is recommend that you allow 2-3 hours after the estimated restoration time for your supply to fully return.
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