Thousands are without power this morning after Storm Gerrit caused strong winds overnight. A status orange alert for counties in the south, southeast and west is now over, however a status yellow alert for wind and rain remains in place for other parts. Donegal, Leitrim, Sligo, Mayo, Galway, Clare and Kerry will see strong winds […]
Yellow wind warning in place in Donegal until 6am tomorrow Read More »
Flu vaccines will be offered for children at walk-in clinics across the country again today and tomorrow. 2 to 17 year-olds will be able to avail of the dose at 14 clinics in 13 counties today. In Donegal, vaccines are being offered at the Vestry in Letterkenny from 10am until 12 noon today (Thursday), with
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Donegal County Council expects to spend just over one billion and 22 million euro on capital projects between 2024 and 2026. Chief Executive John McLaughlin says while the 2025 and 2026 figures are projections, the 2024 figures have been agreed. When it comes to capital spending, Donegal County Council’s highest spending department in 2024 will
Council to spend over a billion euro on capital projects up to 2026 Read More »
Home Instead have launched their “Not Just a Carer,” campaign. It aims to dispel myths surrounding the care sector. In a statement Home Instead say that for far too long, caring has been undervalued, with dedicated family carers and skilled professional carers often described as “just a carer.” According to data from Family Carers Ireland,
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Records from the Irish Grant Committee set up in 1922 to aid Irish loyalist victims of the civil war reflects what life was like for people in Donegal during that tumultuous period. Loyalists and those associated with loyalism were targeted throughout the years and subjected to the burning of their homes, destruction of property and
Podcast: Donegal Claims and Compensation – The Irish Grant Committee Read More »
The Scottish Sun has released footage of the last known sighting of a Donegal Woman who was murdered in Rutherglen last week. Ann Coll, originally from Gweedore, was found dead just after midnight on Friday with serious injuries. She was pronounced dead at the scene. In the CCTV footage the 61 year old had walked
Donegal woman murdered in Scotland seen walking her dog days before Read More »
A 54 year old man has been extradited to Northern Ireland where is wanted in connection with a serious sexual assault. He’d been free on license from prison in the north, after being charged in connection with the attack in Belfast in February 2018. However he was arrested by Gardaí in October when his license
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Good work has been done with hopes to see more projects pushed over the line this coming year, that’s the thoughts of Lifford-Stranorlar Cathaoirleach Cllr. Liam Doherty. While speaking to Highland Radio news, reflecting on the last 12 months, Cllr Doherty commended progress made in terms in town regeneration, However he said he was disappointed
Cathaoirleach of Lifford-Stranorlar hopes to see more projects over the line in 2024 Read More »
Repairs to a burst water main may cause supply disruptions to Durnesh, Rossnowlagh and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place until 5pm this evening. It is recommend that you allow 2-3 hours after the estimated restoration time for your supply to fully return.
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Well known Letterkenny business man and landlord to Highland Radio, George Boal is being laid to rest this afternoon. In 2004, George, who owned the Pinehill Industrial Estate, was named Business Person of the Year by Letterkenny Chamber. George’s contribution to building the Mountain Top was honoured two years ago when the Calhame Roundabout was
George Boal laid to rest this afternoon Read More »
111 people are waiting for beds in hospitals around the country today. The latest INMO figures show 80 patients are waiting in emergency departments, while 31 are on wards. University Hospital Limerick is the worst affected by overcrowding, with 51 patients on trolleys. That’s followed by 12 at Letterkenny University Hospital.
12 waiting on bed at LUH today Read More »
Donegal is under a yellow rain and wind warning as Storm Gerrit continues. We are to expect heavy showers which may lead to localised flooding. It is to cease at midnight. Motorists are being asked to check conditions before making any journeys. The Road Safety Authority says don’t attempt to drive through flooded roads, and
Yellow rain and wind warning for Donegal as Storm Gerrit continues Read More »
Almost 1600 have been left without power in South Donegal. A power fault has left 1,582 residents and businesses in the dark in Killybegs. The fault was reported just after 9:30am this morning. There is a view to have electricity restored by 10:45am.
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Mary McAleese risked embarrassing the Queen, Gerry Adams admitted Sinn Fein needed to stop attracting ‘headbangers’, and Mother Theresa asked Aer Lingus to fly her to Ireland for free. They’re some of the revelations made in historical State papers released today. According to confidential files made public today, British government officials were worried Queen Elizabeth
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A woman was rescued yesterday after having a fall in Malin Head. Donegal Mountain Rescue Team were tasked by the National Ambulance Service at around 1:40pm yesterday afternoon. It’s understood she had injured her leg. The leg was wrapped and stabilized and the casualty was stretchered off the hill to an ambulance that was on
DMRT rescue injured woman at Malin Head Read More »
Cathaoirleach of Letterkenny-Milford Municipal District says he is delighted with progress that has been made in the town in the last 12 months, particularly in terms of road works. Letterkenny has seen the implementation of the four lanes project and traffic lights at the polestar roundabout. Cllr Kevin Bradley says he feels its been a
Mayor of Letterkenny ‘delighted’ with progress made in 2023 Read More »
The importance of the Donegal Local Enterprise Office has been stressed in Donegal County Council’s Revenue Budget for 2024, with just over €2 million set aside to run the LEO next year. The office is tasked with promoting enterprise and entrepreneurship in the County by providing direct supports to individuals and businesses. The council says
€2 million set aside to run Donegal Local Enterprise Office Read More »
Today, we at Highland Radio mourn George Boal, who died last night after an illness. He was 85. The owner of the Pinehill Industrial Estate, where our studios and offices are based, George was our landlord, but he was so much more. He was like a father figure to everyone in the building, emphasised
George Boal – An Appreciation Read More »
A Donegal Councillor has welcomed the approval for 6 kilometers of mains infrastructure to be upgraded in Bomany and New Mills. Works are set to replace and upgrade water mains in the area as existing water mains are reportedly undersized. Uisce Éireann have approved works to resolve the low pressure issues and water outages that
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Thousands of people have been on the move today , as they make their way home for Christmas. Public transport services will be ending earlier than normal this evening. Trains and buses have been busy today as people made journeys home across the country ahead of Christmas Day. Bus Eireann , Dublin Bus and Irish
Public transport services to end earlier than normal this evening Read More »
More than 2 in 5 adults will use alcohol to “relax and unwind” during the festive period. That’s according to Drinkaware’s 2023 Barometer, which measured the top motivations for people to drink this Christmas. Over 20 percent of those surveyed admitted they drink to fit in with their peers. Drinkaware’s Chris Ó Lorcáin says the
Drinkaware organisation advises public care when festive drinking Read More »
Gardaí have launched an investigation following an alleged sexual assault in Co Donegal in the early hours of this morning. The incident happened in the Bunbeg area of West Donegal at approximately 2am. It is believed that a woman was attacked on a public roadway near a local premises. A number of roads leading to
Investigations underway following alleged sexual assault in West Donegal Read More »
Donegal County Council are investigating reports of supply disruptions affecting Ramelton and surrounding areas in Co. Donegal. More information is to follow as it comes in.
Water supply disruptions in Ramelton today Read More »
More than 18 festive sea swims will take place across the country over the next week. Polar plunges over Christmas are a long standing tradition in Ireland, with some dating back to 1975. Christmas Day swims will take place all over the country, including the Polar Plunge at Ludden Beach in Buncrana, which kicks off
RNLI issues safety tips for those partaking in Polar Plunge Read More »
Donegal County Council are investigating a water outage in Kerrykeel. Water supply disruptions are affecting Kerrykeel and surrounding areas in Donegal. More information is to follow as it comes in.
Water outage in Kerrykeel Read More »
Derry City and Strabane District Council has been made aware that there are some problems with phone and broadband services in the Gortin area of Tyrone. Those with friends or family who may be affected are encouraged to report the fault to their provider or assist them to do so. The Council would also encourage
A Donegal councillor has called for improvements at a road junction in Gorta Choirce (Gortahork). Cllr Micheal Choilm Mac Giolla Easbuig says that there is a need for funding in this area following the decision not to carry out any works at the N56 / L-1093-1 Junction. He says that small changes could have a
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The Taoiseach says X, formerly known as Twitter, has become a bit of a “sewer.” The Tánaiste’s also accused the social media giant of allowing ‘hate’ online. Micheál Martin doesn’t believe X is up to scratch… and Leo Varadkar agrees.
Social media platform ‘X’ allows hate online – Tánaiste Micheál Martin Read More »
A French Bulldog was stolen from the Longland Road area of Donnemana yesterday. Police in Strabane are appealing to the public to assists them with regards to the theft. The theft occurred between the hours of 11am and 3.30pm. If anyone has any information on the dog’s whereabouts, they are encouraged to get in touch
Police in Strabane appeal for witnesses following theft of French Bulldog Read More »
Police in Derry are investigating the recent theft of machinery from commercial premises in the city. A yellow JCB telehandler 530 Model is believed to have been stolen yesterday sometime between 10am and 5.45pm from premises on the Buncrana Road. The machinery which also has reflective black and red branding stickers is of significant value.
JCB telehandler stolen from Buncrana Road Read More »
Olympic medallist Annelise Murphy is helping the RNLI remember a lifeboat crew, lost at sea on Christmas Eve, 1895. She’s taking part in a special ceremony at the East Pier in Dun Laoghaire, County Dublin, to give thanks to the 15-person crew, who went down in a storm, while assisting the SS Palmé of Finland.
RNLI reminds public to never forget lifeboat volunteers in remembrance ceremony Read More »
A Donegal woman has been found murdered in Scotland. 61-year-old Ann Coll, who was originally from Gaoth Dobhair (Gweedore) in West Donegal, was found with serious injuries at a flat in Rutherglen, near Glasgow, just after midnight on Friday morning. She was pronounced dead at the scene. Police say they are treating the death as
Donegal woman found murdered in Scotland Read More »
Donegal County Council is investigating reports of supply disruptions affecting Tullygay and surrounding areas in Co. Donegal. More information to follow as it comes in.
Water outage in Tullygay and surrounding areas Read More »
There’ll be no rail services on Christmas Day and St. Stephen’s Day. However, all services are operating this morning and for the rest of the day. On Christmas Eve services will finish a little earlier than usual. Iarnród Éireann spokesperson Jane Cregan has the outlook for the rest of the week:
Iarnród Éireann gives outlook on Christmas transport and rail times Read More »
408 cars have been detected speeding on the roads since yesterday’s National Slow Down Day, including two drivers in Donegal. A driver was caught driving at 149 kilometres an hour in a 120 k Zone on the M6 at An Carn Mór, Thiar Órán Mór, in Galway. Gardaí are appealing to drivers over the Christmas
Over 400 cars detected speeding on roads since yesterday’s National Slow Down Day Read More »
Donegal County Council is investigating reports of supply disruptions affecting Carrickboy, Ballyshannon and surrounding areas in Co. Donegal. More information to follow.
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A Letterkenny Councillor and Regional Health Forum Member is urging the HSE to seek a special derogation to allow it employ more Occupational Therapists. Cllr Gerry Mc Monagle is the latest councillor to call action to address a shortage locally which is leading to delays in processing Housing Adaptation Grants, bacaujse OTs cannot be secured
Elderly woman sleeping on sofa while awaiting OT assessment – McMonagle Read More »
The Derry based Chief Executive of one of Northern Ireland’s main industry representative bodies has told a Dail committee that the rules governing the Common Travel Area agreement between Ireland and the UK. Stephen Kelly of Manufacturing NI told a recent meeting of the Good Friday Implementation Committee the agreement was drawn up at a
Dail committee told Filipino priest based in Derry couldn’t go on bus trip to Donegal Read More »
News, Sport, Nuacht, and Obituaries on Friday December 22nd…….
News, Sport, Nuacht, and Obituaries on Friday December 22nd Read More »
In the North, bus and train services have all been suspended today because of strikes. Cross border services are affected too by the dispute over pay. This man arrived in Belfast from Wales earlier, hoping to get to Donegal…………..
Cross border travel impacted by by NI bus and rail strike Read More »
Credit and debit card spending increased by eight per cent in the first two weeks of December, compared to the same period last year. Data from Bank of Ireland shows shoppers in Cavan increased their spending by 11 per cent, with Donegal, Kildare and Longford coming in second place with 9% increases. Carlow had the
Card spending in Donegal rose by 9% earlier this month – BOI Read More »
Derry City and Strabane District Council have cancelled their Countdown to Christmas event in Guildhall Square today due to weather conditions. In a statement they apologise for any inconvenience caused but say that public safety is paramount. The windy conditions means that some of the infrastructure associated with the event can not be safely erected.
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Police in Strabane have renewed their appeal for missing man Patrick McColgan. The 33-year old was last seen around Altiskane at approximately 8.30pm on Sunday evening last. He is described as 5ft 11 inches tall, of medium build with short dark hair and was last seen wearing green tracksuit bottoms. PSNI is asking homeowners, local
PSNI renew appeal for missing Strabane man Read More »
The Nine Til Noon is broadcast live each weekday between 9am to 12noon. You can listen back to a podcast of the latest Friday edition below! Today’s Show is a mix of Music, Chat, Craic and all things Christmas!!!! We will see you in the New Year! Part one: Part Two: Part Three
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Two Donegal drivers have been caught speeding on ‘National Slow Down Day’. Buncrana Roads Policing Unit issues the fixed charge penalty notices in a speed zone of 100KPH. One was 24KPH over the speed limit and the other 28KPH over. These drivers will have to pay a fine of €160 and will each receive 3
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Voters should be allowed to have a say on immigration policy, according to the Rural Independents. The group has called for a referendum on the issue, and believe it should take place on March 8th alongside two other votes. However, it has stopped short of suggesting what any wording could look like. TD Mattie McGrath
Voters should have a say on immigration policy – Rural Independents Read More »
157 patients are waiting for a hospital bed today, only five of those are in Letterkenny University Hospital. The latest Trolley Watch numbers from the INMO show 110 of those patients are waiting in Emergency Departments, with 47 in wards or hospital corridors. The HSE has been aiming to discharge as many patients as possible
LUH trolley numbers down significantly Read More »
Locals are warned of a water outage due to a burst water at Guesthouse End, Meadow Hill Estate, Carnowen Road, Gort Glebe, Raphoe and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place until 1pm this afternoon It is recommended that an allowance of 2-3 hours after the estimated restoration time is made for your supplies
Burst mains cause water outage in East Donegal Read More »
Donegal Minister Charlie McConalogue and Minister Heather Humphries have urged dog owners to be responsible this Christmas. The government’s issued a new leaflet today to raise awareness about the responsibilities of dog ownership. The Agriculture Minister and the Minister for Rural and Community have joined forces to issue the Christmas message about the responsibilities involved
Charlie McConalogue urges dog owners to be responsible this Christmas Read More »
Christmas spending is in the rise for Donegal, according to Bank of Ireland who have released the spend trends for the first two weeks of December. Card spending increased by 8% in the first two weeks of this month when compared to last year. Donegal along with Kildare and Longford seen a rise of 9%.
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