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The Taoiseach and the US President discussed the situation in Gaza, by phone last night. It was the first call between the two leaders, and started with Joe Biden congratulating Simon Harris on his new position. The pair discussed the need for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, the need for aid to flow freely, and

The number of learner drivers involved in fatal road crashes has trebled over four years. 11 learner drivers were involved in collisions in which someone died last year, compared to 3 in 2019. The figures are contained in a briefing document by the Road Safety Authority which has been seen by the Irish Independent. It’s

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

  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

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

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

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

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.  

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

  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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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,

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

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.

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.