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Only 9% of people believe the standard of healthcare here meets their expectations. A report by healthcare company MSD Ireland also found over a third of people in their 20s have used TikTok for health information. While over half of people say they cannot afford the costs linked with their health, according to the ‘My

The Frosses to Glenties Road is closed from today until Friday to see resurfacing works complete. The closure will be in place from 8am until 6pm daily, with traffic diverted to the Ardaghey – Ardara Road. However, larger HGV traffic is advised to use the N56 Ardara-Killybegs road instead.

RNLI crews in Donegal have responded to three call outs over the weekend. The lifeboat team in Bundoran assisted a man who fell over board, while the the Arranmore crew assisted in two medical evacuations. Bundoran RNLI was called to assist in a water rescue in which a person fell overboard. The call was made

An increase in immigration checks near the border is being welcomed, after 50 adults were sent back to the UK during the week, after being stopped without proper documents. They were detected during traffic checks on the main Belfast to Dublin Road under ‘Operation Sonnet’ which is a joint policing initiative between the Gardaí and

A woman and two children have been hospitalised following an incident in Dungloe yesterday. It happened on the Carnmore Road at around 4:20pm when a van collided with a number of pedestrians. Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene. A woman in her 50s, a child and infant were taken to Letterkenny University Hospital to

12 people have been injured after turbulence on a flight inbound to Dublin Airport from Doha in Qatar. Emergency services met the 6 passengers and 6 staff concerned, when the flight landed just before 1pm today. The injuries happened when the Qatar Airways flight experienced turbulence while airborne over Turkey. In a statement, Dublin Airport

Bundoran RNLI was called to assist in a water rescue in which a person fell overboard. The call was made at around 10.30am yesterday morning in Mullaghmore. The Bundoran team responded within four minutes and headed to the scene which was around six miles away. On arrival, the victim had been assisted out of the

Repairs to a burst water main may cause supply disruptions to Killybegs and surrounding areas in Co. Donegal. Works are scheduled to take place until 3pm today It is recommended that those affected allow 3-4 hours after the estimated restoration time for your supply to fully return.

Plans have been revealed for the Diamond in Castlederg. Images have been revealed on what the area will look like when complete as part of the Derg Active scheme. The £6.5 million project looks to create a high-quality public realm space in the town centre, as well as add a new play provision and lighting

New Frontiers ATU Donegal is now recruiting for its six-month Phase 2 programme which starts in September. The programme offers co-working space at Letterkenny’s Co-Lab, 1-to-1 mentoring, masterclasses and up to €22,500 in financial support to accelerate the business start-up. Programme Manager Geraldine Beirne said New Frontiers is perfect for individuals who are early-stage entrepreneurs

Two lives have been lost on Northern Irish roads in 24 hours. A man in his 60’s has died in a road traffic collision in County Armagh. Meanwhile, 17 year old Jack Morrow has passed away following a crash in County Down. PSNI say the roads remain closed at the scene of both collisions and

Essential works may cause low pressure and supply disruptions to Mondooey Upper, Manorcunningham and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place until 10:30pm tonight. It is recommended that those affected allow 3-4 hours after the estimated restoration time for the supply to fully return.

More than half of the public want to see the TV license fee scrapped and replaced with State funding. A poll conducted by Amarach Research for the Daily Mail found 53% of people surveyed want the fee scrapped while just 29% want to maintain it. Sales of the license have dropped by €22 million since

Repairs to a burst water main may cause supply disruptions to Cappagh, Teelin and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place until 6pm today. It is recommended that those affected allow 3-4 hours after the estimated restoration time for the supply to fully return.

The Minister for Agriculture Charlie McConalogue has confirmed that over 17,000 sheep farmers applied for the National Sheep Welfare Scheme. The scheme, funded under Ireland’s CAP Strategic Plan, has a budget of €15 million. Participants are required to complete two actions to receive the full payment of up to €8 per ewe. Donegal was recorded

Drivers are reminded that there may be traffic disruption this evening as the Donegal v Tyrone GAA Senior Football Championship match will take place in Ballybofey. Throw-in is at 7:15pm with gates opening at 5:15pm. Travel delays are expected before and after the match. Parking will be available in several car parks around Ballybofey which

Donegal Africa Day celebrations will take place today at 1 o’clock at An Grianán Theatre Plaza in Letterkenny. The event is part of the Black and Minority Ethnic Inclusion Strategy for Donegal and aims to bring together communities from all backgrounds to celebrate cultural diversity. There will be activities such as music performances, traditional cultural

A digital system for identifying drivers with no insurance has been officially launched today to coincide with National Insurance Enforcement Day. Gardaí can now check the insurance, NCT and tax status of a vehicle with a handheld device by scanning its license plate. An unaccompanied learner driver was caught today without insurance in Letterkenny using

The R250 in Tullygay has reopened following a crash this afternoon. Two cars were involved in the collision that happened at 1:30pm. It is unknown if any injuries were reported.  

A woman has been charged to court following an assault in Letterkenny last night. It happened at around 10:30pm on Paddy Harte Road. The woman in her 30s was arrested and is due to appear before Letterkenny District Court at a later date. Gardaí say investigations are ongoing.

A two car collision in Tullygay, Letterkenny has seen the R250 closed. The crash happened at 1:30pm this afternoon. Gardaí say that no further information is available at this time. Updates are to follow as they come in.

The HSE confirmed to Highland Radio that the Dental Clinic in Moville is not in operation. In a statement they re-iterated that patients will be treated in the recently opened Buncrana Primary Care Centre. The HSE confirmed to Highland Radio that the Dental Clinic in Moville is not in operation. In a statement they re-iterated

Road users in Buncrana are warned that Cockhill Road will be closed this weekend to see essential Buncrana Sewer Scheme works carried out by Uisce Eireann. Locals are assured that local and emergency access will be maintained at all times. The works hope to reduce the risk of sewer flooding and address non-compliant sewer overflows

Just under €200,000 has been allocated to Letterkenny under THRIVE, the Town Centre First Heritage Revival Scheme. It’s a joint initiative of the Southern Regional Assembly and Northern and Western Regional Assembly, with funding coming from the European Regional Development Fund. The scheme is designed to allow councils and local people revitalise town centres though

Bord Iascaigh Mhara and Ireland’s Seafood Development Agency will today launch a new 15-metre sea survival training pool at the National Fisheries College in Greencastle. The pool will include a wave machine, water spray and fans to simulate extreme weather conditions and will add to the extensive training infrastructure already in place at the college. 

The necessary remediation works have been carried out and a HIQA visit completed at Ard Aoibhinn respite unit in Carndonagh, all that remains is approval from the health body to see the facility re-opened. Local Cllr Albert Doherty has welcomed the news, highlighting the need for such a facility in Inishowen. Earlier in the week

Two men arrested earlier in the week in Derry in relation to the seizure of a gun are to appear before Londonderry Magistrates’ Court tomorrow. Both men, aged 56 and 59 years old, are charged with possession of a firearm, magazine and ammunition with intent to endanger life or cause serious damage to property or

There were almost 1,800 complaints about public services for children last year, 27 of those were in Donegal. Most of complaints to the Ombudsman for Children were around schools and education. The office’s annual report for 2023, found 40% related to education, while 23% related to health services for children.

The Health Service has issued an alert about possible exposure to Measles on a flight between London and Dublin. Ryanair flight FR123 took off from Gatwick Airport on Thursday May 16th at 8:10pm. The HSE alert relates to passengers and crew, who are asked to be particularly vigilant for symptoms of the disease until June