There’s outrage in West Donegal after a mural was vandalised. In a social media post, the Doochary Development Group described the defacing of the mural as a ‘despicable act’. They believe the vandalism of the mural of local man Joey Ward was carried out at night. The group says they are shocked and saddened and …
Ireland’s oldest Councillor is set to retire in January. At yesterday’s plenary meeting of Donegal County Council, Councillor Ian McGarvey received a standing ovation from fellow members and received a presentation from the Council. Councillor McGarvey’s nephew, Pauric McGarvey will take over the role. Councillor McGarvey who was first elected onto Donegal County Council in …
The Agriculture Minister says there needs to be a cultural change in farming to promote women. Charlie McConalogue was speaking at the launch of the National Conference on Women in Farming. Cabinet also signed off on a new Agri Food Regulator to cut down on unfair trading practices in the sector. The Minister said Government …
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Gardai believe the theft of three vehicles in Letterkenny may be linked. A ‘white Toyota Wish was stolen from the Lower Main Street area on Wednesday last at around 5pm. It was later discovered on fire on the Iona Road. On the same night, a ‘Silver Toyota Vitz’ was stolen from Glendale Manor between 8.05pm …
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Renowned singer Tommy Fleming joined Greg Hughes in studio for a chat and some live music ahead of his show in the the Millennium Forum in Derry.
Donegal County Council and its partners scooped two national awards for its Historic Towns Initiatives at two award ceremonies in Dublin last Thursday evening. The Ballyshannon Historic Towns Initiative won the Community & Heritage Award at the KPMG – Irish Independent Property Industry Excellence Awards in The Convention Centre in Dublin while the Ramelton Historic …
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In July 2020, Tracey found herself made redundant and separated from her partner with no where to live. She took on an epic hike in aid of the RNLI around the UK & Irish Coastline with her tent ‘Aggie’. Tracey is currently in Donegal and intends to course down the Wild Atlantic Way after leaving …
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MEMBERS of the Mica Action Group and representatives who are leading the scientific research into defective blocks will speak at a ‘mica information night’ in Buncrana this week. On Thursday night Inishowen Development Partnership in collaboration with Inishowen Family Action Network MICA Subgroup, are hosting a free ‘mica information night’ in the Inishowen Gateway Hotel …
A dog expert believes owners need to be more aware of the dangers of leaving a dog with children. It comes as a nine year old boy suffered severe injuries in an attack by a Pitbull which happened when he was playing football with friends close to his home in Enniscorthy on Sunday. Speaking on …
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An appeal has been launched after a mass-goer had their car damaged during mass. Milford Gardaí are investigating a road traffic collision that happened on the Tank Road, Ramelton on Wednesday November 23 between 7pm and 7.30pm. A white Kia Sportage was parked at that location outside St. Mary’s Church while the owner attended Mass. …
Gardaí investigating a burglary at a business premises on the Port Road are seeking youths to come forward. The burglary occurred on the Port Road on Tuesday November 22 at approx. 6.50pm. Damage was caused to the gate and rear window of the property in order to gain access. CCTV has been viewed and it …
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Gardaí in Letterkenny are investigating an assault and subsequent criminal damage incident that happened on Saturday November 26 at approx. 00.45am. A man was chatting to a couple of his friends outside a house in Glenard Park, Longlane when they were approached by a number of males. The man was then assaulted by one of …
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atu The ATU senior ladies gaelic footballers won the HEC LGFA League Division 3 title on Monday night beating St Mary’s of Belfast by one point at the Tyrone Centre in Garvaghey. Termon’s Ciara McGarvey kicked four points for the Letterkenny side including the last decisive scored which won ATU the game on a 0-9 …
Cllr Martin McDermott has told Donegal County Council that it’s vital the council write immediately to senior officials in the Department of Housing demanding immediate action to help people who must leave their homes. Cllr McDermott said people affected by the Defective Block Crisis must be given some hope over Christmas that they are being …
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Three RNLI lifeboat crews have received an award for rescuing a fishing crew off Fanad Head. The lives of five people onboard a fishing vessel were saved during the callout in 2019. Lifeboat crews from Lough Swilly and Arranmore along with Portrush in county Antrim, have been recognised for their efforts in rescuing five …
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New legislation will see an opt-out system introduced for organ donation. Under plans being brought to Cabinet by Health Minister Stephen Donnelly consent for organ donation will be assumed unless someone has opted out while alive. But next of kin will still be consulted and will be able to object to the removal of an …
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Gardaí are appealing to the public for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of a teenager who is missing from the Rathmullan area. 17-year-old Aaron Donnelly was last seen last Wednesday, November 23rd. Aaron is described as being 5’ 9” in height, of slim build with short brown hair and brown eyes. Anyone with information on …
The draft Letterkenny Town Plan is going out to pubic consultation, with members of Donegal County Council saying the plan needs to go out in its entirety – warts and all. Officials had sought to remove some areas on the basis that there is a flood risk, but Cllr Gerry McMonagle said he believes the …
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On foot of a demand for action on corruption claims made at last year’s Budget Meeting, the Acting Chief Executive of Donegal County Council told members this week that further information has been sought from the member who made the comments. Liam Ward said when that has been responded to, then the council will brief …
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Main Evening News, Sport and Obituaries – Monday November 28th:
A Letterkenny teenager who had been missing has been found safe and well. The 16 year old had been missing since Wednesday last. Gardaí have thanked the public and the media for their assistance.
Another fast-food player is entering in the Irish market. Popular American franchise Wendy’s is coming to Ireland. The hamburger chain is best known for its made-to-order square hamburgers and has over 7,000 outlets across the globe including 25 locations in the United Kingdom. A timeframe of when this is to happen is yet to be …
Donegal County Council has passed its three-Year Capital Programme for the period from 2023 – 2025, with over €937 million expected to be spent on capital projects such as housing, roads, and major tourism projects. Head of Finance Richard Gibson told today’s meeting that while these figures are based on estimates, it’s anticipated that Donegal …
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The gritter is to be deployed on all Donegal routes tonight. Temperatures are foretasted to drop to between zero and 3 degrees tonight. The gritter will be out in force tomorrow morning from 6am also.
A new health plan, aimed at Travellers, hopes to reduce the 13-year gap in life expectancy rates between Travellers and the general population. The 1.3 million euro plan aims to standardise funding for this group and address inequalities facing them within the health sector. HSE figures show Traveller suicide rates and child mortality rates are …
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Concerns have been raised in regards the protection of residents at a designated centre for adults with disabilities in Donegal. At the Dunwiley Centre, Stranorlar, it was found that an incident of alleged suspected abuse had not been suspected as a safeguarding concern. HIQA carried out the follow up inspection to review actions required as …
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The Letterkenny Music and Drama Group are delighted to be staging the fabulous award-winning musical Calendar Girls The Musical. The musical is based on the 2003 film and play Calendar Girls, which is in turn based on a true story. Director, Pluincead O Fearraigh joins John to tell him all about it!
Night-time temperatures could hit as low as minus five degrees in parts of the country over the next week. Winds will come from the east over Ireland and bring more settled weather, but it will be cooler. Alan O’Reilly from Carlow Weather says it won’t be like 2018 when easterly winds hit the country:
A scheme to allow people return their used bottles and cans for up to 25 cents each has been launched. The Deposit Return scheme will start in February 2024, but a portal has been opened today to allow producers and retailers sign up. Customers will be charged 15 cents more for smaller bottles and cans, …
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Kim Kardashian has broken her silence on what soical media has dubbed ‘Balenciaga gate’. The reality TV star took to Twitter to express her opinion on the matter. I have been quiet for the past few days, not because I haven’t been disgusted and outraged by the recent Balenciaga campaigns, but because I wanted an …
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A 24 year old man has been arrested as part of an investigation into the theft of a vehicle in Strabane. Police received a report of an abandoned vehicle in the Bridge Street area of the town shortly before 11.30pm on Saturday last. The vehicle, a black Vauxhall Astra, appeared to have been involved in …
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Police say they are becoming increasingly concerned for the welfare of a missing Tyrone man who has links to Donegal. 55 year old Ciaran Coyle was last seen in Dungannon, County Tyrone at around 10am this morning. He is described as 5’6″ or 5’7″ in height with a stocky build and a shaved head and …
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December is a notoriously expensive month in Ireland with the celebration of Christmas, but do you know just how much extra comes out of your pocket? It has been found that the average household will have an additional expenditure of €980 in December in comparison to the other eleven months of the year. That is …
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Damp Expert with RBBA Ltd. Building Surveyors Richard Brown talk to Greg about an upcoming meeting hosted by the Northwest Property Meet for landlords regarding domestic dampness. The event takes place in the Everglades Hotel, Derry on Thursday the 1st of December. It comes after the sad passing of a two year old boy …
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Letterkenny University Hospital is postponing elective procedures given the pressure on the site and patients have been contacted directly. The high number of people attending who need to be admitted for ongoing treatment means that there is pressure on bed availability. Saolta says this is resulting in significant delays being experienced by patients in the …
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An Inishowen non profit organisation has lost thousands of euro after being targeted by online hackers. Carndonagh Traders Association lost a substantial amount of money while trying to pay an invoice for the recent Halloween Carnival in the town. Hackers were able to intercept the payment which means the organisation was left without the money …
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Donegal County Council’s meeting has been adjourned following a defective block demonstration outside the Council office. Campaigners Paddy Diver, Lisa Hone and three homeowners have addressed the chamber. Paddy Diver has demanded the immediate release of the promised €15,000 for those who need to move out of their homes, saying that “If our demands aren’t …
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It is believed that Defective Block campaigner Paddy Diver will address councillors in the Chamber shortly. A demonstration is underway outside the offices of Donegal County Council as defective block homeowners demand action on the crisis. The gathering comes as long waits and pauses on applications for grants have driven affected homeowners to the streets …
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A Donegal man has been killed after being struck by a vehicle in a collision in Galway. Mark McDaid from Carndonagh was struck by a car while out for a walk early yesterday morning around 12.30am on the N83 at Cahervoley, Cummer near Tuam. It is believed Mr McDaid had driven to Galway to visit …
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Letterkenny University Hospital is once again the most crowded hospital in the country. There are currently 83 people waiting on beds in LUH, the highest figure in the country. LUH is followed by University Hospital Limerick (74), Cork University Hospital (70), Tallaght University Hospital (44) and University Hospital Galway (43). 625 admitted patients are waiting for …
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A demonstration is underway outside the offices of Donegal County Council as defective block homeowners demand action on the crisis. The gathering comes as long waits and pauses on applications for grants have driven affected homeowners to the streets once again. The demonstration got underway outside the Council Offices in Lifford to coincide with the …
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Half a million euro has been awarded for the long awaited Carrigart Downings Pathway. Funding has today been approved for the construction of a combined 2.6 kilometre footpath and cycleway adjacent to the R248 on the Carrigart to Downings regional road. Construction on the project is expected to begin in 2023. Donegal TD McHugh has …
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Detectives in Derry are investigating a report of a shot fired at a house in Culduff Gardens in the city last night. Sometime around 9pm, it’s believed a number of masked men entered the house, one of whom was said to have been carrying a firearm, and fired a shot at the front door before …
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A Donegal Garda representative does not believe there is an appetite among members for Gardaí to be armed. Following a number of incidents where Gardaí were injured, Tanaiste Leo Varadkar said he would support arming them if the Garda Commissioner asked him. Garda Representative Association (GRA) president Brendan O’Connor says it would be massive step …
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The Chair of the Regional Health Forum West has raised concerns over a possible shortage of GPs in Donegal. A number of GPs in the county are set to retire in the coming years. This has led to questions being raised by Councillor Gerry McMonagle as to what steps are being taken to fill the …
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Following on from last December’s very successful Light It Up Letterkenny Tour in which over €4,000 was raised for the Donegal Hospice on a misty Sunday during lock down the Light it Up Christmas Run returns for 2022. Bernard Gallagher from CBM Signs & Craig Alcorn from Tropical World are planning another Christmas Light Tour of …
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A 58-year-old man, arrested by detectives from the Terrorism Investigation Unit in the Strabane area on 26 November, has been released following questioning. The investigation into the attempted murder of two police officers on 17 November continues and police are appealing to anyone with information to contact them on 101. Additionally, information and media can be provided to …
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The number of people planning on visiting Ireland next year is predicted to be the lowest since 2019. That’s according to the Irish Hotels Federation, which is very concerned with bookings for 2023. 60 per cent of hoteliers have reported reduced bookings from the UK, while 47 per cent said they had less bookings from …
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Arming rank and file gardai would be ‘a step too far’. That’s the view of the Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors after the Tanaiste Leo Varadkar suggested the move. He said he would support arming them if the Garda Commissioner asked him, according to the Irish Mail on Sunday. AGSI General Secretary, Antoinette Cunningham …
A significant capacity deficit at the Haematology Oncology Day Unit at Letterkenny University Hospital has been acknowledged. The COO of the Saolta University Health Care Group says capacity issues are a result of Covid protocols and an increase in patients requiring IV Chemotherapy on a day case basis. It’s been confirmed that work is ongoing …
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