New addition to the family! The Deadpool family, for clarity. Which is just like a real family except with less swearing… Welcome, Emma Corrin! ⚔️❤️⚔️ pic.twitter.com/LSobi4AqO9 — Ryan Reynolds (@VancityReynolds) February 14, 2023 Ryan Reynolds has welcomed The Crown star Emma Corrin to the “Deadpool family”. The actor’s tweeted to confirm they will join him …
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) Lady Gaga’s shared a first look at her appearance in the new Joker film. She’s posted a picture on Instagram, showing herself with co-star Joaquin Phoenix, who’s set to reprise his role from 2019. His face is painted in the Joker’s …
The Social Protection Minister, Heather Humphreys, says Deputy Pearse Doherty’s Dáil motion on a Spring bonus and cost-of-living supports was nothing more than a political stunt. It was tabled by the Sinn Fein Finance Spokesperson amid claims the Coalition is out of touch, and has failed to tackle the crisis. Minister Humphreys says no political party or …
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The Minister for the OPW has agreed to meet with Councillors in Inishowen to discuss a way forward in terms of a flood relief scheme for Burnfoot. Five years ago, the area was devastated by unprecedented flooding. As a result, eight families were put out of their homes for safety reasons. The Minister in a …
OPW minister to discuss Burnfoot flooding with Inishowen councillors Read More »
Members of Letterkenny Milford Municipal District are to hold a workshop to discuss what can be done to secure and repurpose derelict buildings in the town and district. Members agreed that in the first instance, potentially dangerous buildings need to be made safe, and then decisions can be made in terms of what buildings the …
Workshop to be held to discuss repurposing of derelict buildings in Letterkenny MD Read More »
The cost of putting on local shows in An Grianan Theatre could lead to the loss of the annual pantomime in Letterkenny. The issue was raised this week at municipal district level by Cllr Kevin Bradley, who said there hasn’t been a pantomime in the theatre since 2018, and the issue of cost must be …
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Campaign group, Into The West has released a video today to mark the shutting down of Donegal rail on this day 58 years ago. On February 14th, 1965, Donegal lost the last of its railways and its direct rail link with Dublin. Up until then, the railway line ran through the border with stops at …
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Main Evening News, Sport and Obituaries – Tuesday February 14th:
A further bid to restore Stormont today has failed. It means an organ donation law cannot be enacted. The father of a young boy, who’s story has spearheaded the proposed law in Northern Ireland, is vowing to take their battle to get it enacted to Westminster. In Belfast, the former Health Minister Robin Swann said …
Transport Minister Eamon Ryan is being urged to engage with Emerald Airlines to ensure the cancellation of flights from Donegal Airport ceases. The service to Dublin did not go ahead on 12 occasions within 12 days. Donegal Deputy Pearse Doherty said the cancellations are causing significant disruption, particularly for cancer patients who instead had to …
Deputy Doherty calls on Transport Minister to act on cancelled Donegal flights Read More »
Books of Condolences for victims of the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria have opened in Donegal. The Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council, Cllr. Liam Blaney has opened Books of Condolences at the County House in Lifford and the Public Services Centre in Letterkenny. Councillor Blaney says “Our thoughts and prayers are with those who have …
Books of Condolences open for victims of Turkey and Syria earthquake Read More »
Members of Fórsa trade union at Donegal County Council are calling on the national Local Government Management Agency to “Love Local Government,”. Union members gathered at Donegal County Council offices for a photo opportunity to highlight the need for an immediate job evaluation scheme, in order to establish the extent to which people …
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Extra Garda patrols are to be carried out in Letterkenny in a bid to alleviate concerns over anti-social behaviour in the town. There have been reports of groups of young people causing issues in various parts of Letterkenny. Garda Sean Sweeney is urging anyone who encounters anti-social behaviour to come forward:
St. Michael’s AFC are set to travel to Inishowen to take on Buncrana Hearts in the FAI Junior Cup quarter-finals. Buncrana Hearts, who beat Salthill Devon in the sixth round, will host the Tipperary and Southern District League outfit in the last eight with an away tie for winners in the semi-final. Wexford’s Gorey Rangers …
Buncrana Hearts welcome St. Michael’s in Junior Cup Read More »
Lidl has announced the creation of new jobs in Donegal. 16 new roles are to be created in the county as well as an investment of €392,000 in pay increases in Donegal. All Lidl employees in the county will benefit from an average pay increase of 7.5% from March 1st.
In the early hours of Wednesday last, a resident in the area of St Judes Court, Lifford woke up at approx. 12.45am to discover a fire outside their house. Their car had been parked in their driveway and had been set alight. The car was completely destroyed by the fire, and extensive damage was also caused to …
Gardai investigate car fires in Lifford and Killygordon Read More »
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 Tuesday’s show… In Part one we see what’s making the front pages, then we discuss illegal dumping in …
A spotlight on the border was one of the few positives of Brexit. This is according to to the Head of ATU Letterkenny, Paul Hannigan. Speaking as a panelist on the Donegal People’s Assembly yesterday evening, he says it was an informative evening which brought important issues to light for how Ireland may look in …
Donegal People’s Assembly talks the future of Ireland Read More »
Letterkenny and Milford have been the locations of burglary this week. On February 8th a C Scope CLX 4 Cable was stolen from a digger meanwhile an attempted theft occurred on Friday past in the Glenview Business park. Garda Sean Wallace appealed for information for both incidents on this Mornings Nine ’til Noon Show:
Donegal will receive almost €38m under the 2023 investment programme for regional and local roads. Of the monies allocated today, €19.3 million will go towards restoration and improvement works, €5 can be spent at the council’s discretion and €2.3 million has been set aside for maintenance. Two projects are being funded under the Strategic …
€37.7 million allocated to local and regional roads in Donegal for 2023 Read More »
Contracts for the design and development of the Letterkenny 2040 Strategic Urban Regeneration Site have been signed. This major regeneration project will see the development of an Innovation Centre & business centre close to the Letterkenny council offices. Read the full press release below: Contracts for the design and development of the Letterkenny …
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Unhealthy and abusive behaviour in intimate relationships has become ‘normalised’ for Irish young people. That’s according to Women’s Aid which has revealed shocking results from an online quiz involving 20 thousand young people. 93% say their partner has threatened to post explicit pictures or videos of them online during a fight. 83% reported their partner …
Concern at level of abusive behaviour in young people’s intimate relationships Read More »
County councils across Ireland could bring in more EU cash if they hired an expert. That’s according to Midlands North West MEP Colm Markey, who says every council area should recruit an EU funding officer. He has raised it with the new local government minister who is said to be interested in the idea. Colm …
County Councils should hire EU Funding Officers – Markey Read More »
Sinn Féin is today putting forward a motion in the Dáil which calls for the introduction of a spring bonus. It would be for those relying on working age social welfare payments including pensioners, people with disabilities, carers and lone parents. Sinn Féin has accused the Government of choosing not to fully protect people on …
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Another attempt will be made today to restore Northern Ireland’s devolved government, more than a year since the DUP withdrew from the executive over the Northern Ireland protocol. Sinn Fein initiated today’s recall in an attempt to progress stalled opt-out organ donation laws. The DUP is expected to continue its boycott – and is calling …
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McSwyne’s castle in Donegal may only have 40 years left if it remains unmaintained. Concerns over the future of the structure have been raised after a detailed survey was carried out to establish ways to preserve it. Architect Duncan McLaren who was involved in the study says the castle may fall into the sea if …
People are being reminded to have their say on Irish Water’s draft Regional Water Resources Plan for the North West. The plan sets out options for providing a more secure, reliable and sustainable water supply for approximately 732,700 customers in the region over the next 25 years. Four separate regional water resource plans are being …
People urged to have their say on IW plan for North West Read More »
Rates are set to rise in Derry and Strabane. Derry City and Strabane District Council has agreed an almost 8% increase in rates. The rates increase struck by Derry City and Strabane District Council at a special meeting will see an average rates bill increasing by £40.74 per annum or 78p per week. The regional …
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Finn Harps have confirmed the signing of Shane McMonagle for the 2023 season. Previously of Aileach FC, McMonagle has impressed during preseason as he makes the step up to senior football. His older brother, Thomas previously played for the club and was a massive part of the promotion winning side from 2015. Speaking to club …
Emerald Airlines has confirmed that a number of its Aer Lingus Regional services, from Donegal to Dublin have been cancelled due to a technical difficulty with the designated aircraft. This has led to serious concerns over those using the service regularly, particularly cancer patients travelling for treatment. In a statement, Emerald Airlines says since its …
Emerald Airlines confirms ‘technical difficulty’ led to cancellation of Donegal flights Read More »
Serious concerns are being raised over the cancellation of flights from Donegal Airport. In recent days flights have not gone ahead due to alleged ‘technical issues’. As recently as today, passengers have been left stranded, particularly those travelling for cancer treatment. Councillor Micheal Choilm MacGiolla Easbuig says it is totally unacceptable:
The President has been briefed on plans to build a new centre of excellence for addiction treatment in Derry. Michael D Higgins visited the Northlands Addiction Treatment Centre during his visit to the city and Donegal on Friday. Northlands Board member Denis Bradley said it was an honour for the charity to host the President. …
President briefed on plans for new addiction treatment centre of excellence in Derry Read More »
Police in Derry are appealing for witnesses to a security alert in the city on Friday night. A suspicious object was found in the middle of the Lone Moor Road, outside the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium. A public safety operation was implemented and shortly after 2am, it was established as being a hoax device. Both …
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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 look at the front pages, there’s positive news on the development of the community …
The potential of the western seaboard was discussed at a recent Blue Cluster meeting in Killybegs last week involving Industry, Enterprise Ireland and the Atlantic Technological University. Members of the Cluster shared views on the opportunities for collaboration through unlocking the true potential of Ireland’s blue economy, with an emphasis on both sustainable proteins …
Potential of Western seaboard highlighted at Killybegs meeting Read More »
Councillor Pauric McGarvey has been officially co-opted onto Donegal County Council. He replaces his uncle Ian McGarvey who was Ireland’s oldest serving councillor. Councillor Kevin Bradley proposed the appointment of Cllr McGarvey which was seconded by Councillor Nicholas Crossan. Councillor McGarvey looks forward to his new role…………..
The price to rent in Donegal was above national average for the final quarter of 2022. The county seen a price increase of 18.2% on the previous year, 5% higher that the corresponding national figure. In the latest rental report by daft.ie it seems the average price for renters in Donegal is €960. This is …
Road users of the Illistrin to Coolboy road have been reporting chipped windshields due to poor road conditions. Cllr. Michael McBride is to put forward the issue in an MD meeting tomorrow. He said on this mornings Nine til’ Noon Show the recent bouts of cold and wet weather has ate away at the road …
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The HSE says the new 80 bed Ballyshannon Community Hospital is nearing completion, with finishing touches now being added ahead of an expected opening date in March and April. 52 of the beds will be dedicated to long term care, with 28 short term beds., Eight of the short term beds will be used for …
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The island communities of Donegal have been awarded a total of €100,000 under the Local Improvement Scheme. The funding is to be used for upgrades works on roads and laneways to improve access for islands. Find press released attached. ***** Our Rural Future: Minister Heather Humphreys announces over €12.5 million for upgrade works on rural …
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The line-up for Sea Sessions festival has been announced. The annual beachside party is one of Ireland largest musical festivals and welcomes tourists from all over to Donegal. Included in the line up is Kasbian, Becky Hill and The Coronas. Find the full press release attached. ********* Sea Sessions, Ireland’s number 1 surf and music …
Government is being called on to increase Core Social Welfare rates. The demand comes from Social Justice Ireland, which says an additional eight euro a week is essential to help people struggling to pay bills. The organisation says a further universal energy credit will not address the cost of living crisis. Susanne …
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Donegal County Council’s newest member will be co-opted today. Pauric McGarvey joins as an Independent member, replacing his uncle Ian, who stood down last month. The council will also discuss work in Rathmullan as part of a local regeneration programme.
The rural independent group says an EPA proposal to cull cattle by a third is a ‘vicious strike against the heart of rural Ireland’. They’re calling on Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue to scrap the report, saying it will destroy the livelihoods of Irish beef, dairy and sheep farmers. Deputy Mattie McGrath …
Rural Independent Group demands scrapping of EPA cattle cull proposal Read More »
A 16 year old boy who had been reported missing in Donegal has been located safe and well. Gardai have thanked the public for their help.
Donegal’s Brid McGinty was named the Noel O’Reilly Coach of the Year during the FAI Female Coaching Conference at Raddison Blu Hotel in Letterkenny. The UEFA A Licence graduate was recognised for her profound impact on coaching in her native county with current Republic of Ireland Women’s National Team players Amber Barrett and Ciara Grant …
Brid McGinty reflects on winning Noel O’Reilly Coach of the Year Read More »
Donegal hurlers made it two wins from two in the National Hurling League Division 2B, Mickey McCann’s side were 1-18 to 2-13 winners over London in Ruislip. Ronan McDermott’s goal in the first half had Donegal 1-10 to 0-08 up at half time. London hit a purple patch midway through the second half and drew …
Donegal beat London to make it two wins from two in National Hurling League Read More »
2 drug drivers have been arrested in Ballybofey and Buncrana. Last night Gardaí at a Mandatory Intoxicant Testing Checkpoint in the Ballbofey area noticed a vehicle turning away from them. Subsequently the vehicle was stopped and it was found that the driver was an unaccompanied learner driver with no insurance. The motorist went on to …
Drug driving arrests made in Ballybofey and Buncrana Read More »
A late Lee McColgan penalty helped Cockhill Celtic draw level on points with Bonagee United at the top of the Ulster Senior League after they beat Finn Harps U21’s 2-1. Corey McBride gave Cockhill the lead on 34 minutes he was played through on goal by James Bradley. Sean O’Kane levelled the game on 90 …
Late Lee McColgan penalty draw Cockhill Celtic level with Bonage at top of USL Read More »
In what was another busy weekend for Donegal athletics, there was plenty of action across the weekend. Mark English was in action in New York on Saturday night where he finished sixth in a time of one minute 48.76 seconds in the 800 metres. At the National Master Cross Country Championships, Kay Byrne and Martin …
Athletics Wrap: Another busy weekend for Donegal athletes Read More »
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