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Minister for Agriculture debunks speculation that he will not be running for election in favour of EU Commissioner position

The Minister for Agriculture Charlie McConalogue has debunked speculation claims that he will not contest in the upcoming elections. There was growing speculation throughout the week that the Minister would favour an EU commissioner position. However, speaking to Highland Radio News, Minister Charlie McConalogue has rejected these claims. He says its purely speculation and that

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Children evacuated from Milford National School following discovery of wires during construction works

Children from Milford National School have been evacuated for safety reasons. Gardaí received a report of exposed wires at a construction site on Convent Road, Milford, at approximately 1:50pm this afternoon. A cordon has been established and the services of the Army Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit have been requested. No further information is available at

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PSNI launch annual Christmas operation for public safety

The PSNI has launched its annual Christmas operation which aims to keep people safe in the run-up to Christmas. As part of Operation Season’s Greetings, there will be increased patrols in key areas across Northern Ireland in an effort to prevent crime and reassure both shoppers and business owners. In particular, officers will be focusing

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Counter motion passed on Gaza after lengthy council debate

Donegal County Council has passed a motion condemning the violence in Gaza, as well as calling for a permanent ceasefire and the commencement of peace talks.  However, the motion as passed calls on the Irish government not to expel the Israeli ambassador. Earlier, the meeting adjourned for a lengthy period after Cllr Gary Doherty proposed

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Ireland one of first countries to introduce new domestic violence measure

Victims of domestic violence can now avail of five days paid leave from work. Ireland is one of the first countries in Europe to introduce the measure, which starts from today. Workers are entitled to take the time off with full pay, and don’t have to provide evidence. Linda O’Sullivan, a domestic abuse survivor and

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New laws fill the blanks in sexual offences legislation in the North

The PSNI says new laws which come into force in Northern Ireland today fill the blanks in sexual offences legislation. New laws aim to specifically tackle cyber flashing, up-skirting, and down-blousing. It means anyone who takes or sends an unwanted intimate picture or video could face up to two years in prison, and being put

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Facial recognition technology is not the way forward – Pringle

A Donegal Deputy says facial recognition technology is not the way forward. Deputy Thomas Pringle opposes Minister for Justice’s proposal of the technology for Garda use in response to the riots in Dublin last week. He say’s the technology puts people of colour at a pre-disposed disadvantage and earlier action should have been taken by

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Speculation Minister McConalogue to move to European Commission

There is growing speculation that Minister for Agriculture will not contest the upcoming elections in favour of a EU commissioner position. The European role is highly sought after, given its 5 year minimum job security and sizeable pay packet. John Lee is the Executive Editor of the Irish Daily Mail Group in Ireland. He says

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National Women’s Council says second level education is key to eliminating violence against women

Today, the National Women’s Council brings together key stakeholders, this includes representatives of parents and students and experts from the curriculum redevelopment and violence against women fields. The discussion will explore the implementation for the Junior Cycle SPHE curriculum and the ongoing redevelopment for the Senior Cycle. Today, the National Women’s Council brings together key

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XL Donegal presented with Bronze medal at ShelfLife National C-Store Awards 2023

A Donegal store was presented with an award this week. XL Donegal was presented with a bronze medal this week in the Convenience Store of the Year category of the ShelfLife National C-Store Awards 2023. Now in their 23rd year, the C-Store Awards are recognised as amongst the most prestigious business accolades for the convenience

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Donegal Cllr Terry Crossan welcomes proposed development of crash barrier on the R238 near Quigley’s Point

A Donegal councillor has welcomed the proposed development of a Vehicle Restraint System (VRS), otherwise known as a crash barrier, on the R238 near Quigley’s Point. There are hopes that there will be 1,600m of barrier in total. Plans and particulars of the proposed development will be available for inspection online, at County House Lifford

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Nine-year old Emily Hand released after being held captive by Hamas for 50 days

The Minister for Public Expenditure says Emily Hand’s release shows the need for international co-operation between leaders. The 9 year old was reunited with her family after being held captive by Hamas for 50 days. Meanwhile, Leo Varadkar has come under fire from Israel for a tweet where he said ‘an innocent child who was

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Gardaí in Buncrana detect 11 motorists driving over speed limit this weekend

Gardaí from the Roads Policing Unit in Buncrana detected 9 motorists who were driving in excess of the speed limit on Friday (24th Nov 2023). The drivers were issued with Fixed Charge Penalty Notices which occurred during the 25-minute lunchtime period. Today, Gardaí from Buncrana Roads Policing Unit are back out conducting speed checks on

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Update: Road traffic collision in Derry reported as hit-and-run

Police in Derry are appealing for witnesses and information following a suspected hit-and-run road traffic collision in the city. Officers received a report just after 8.30am this morning that a man, aged in his 60s, had been taken to hospital shortly before 5.15am with significant injuries. It is believed the man was potentially hit by

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Theft of car transporter in Ballyshannon – Gardaí are appealing for information

Gardaí are appealing for information in relation to a theft in Ballyshannon. An ‘Indespension’ triaxel/tilt bed car transporter was stolen from a yard on the N15 (Laghey area) between 4pm on Thursday the 23rd of November and 10am on Saturday the 25th of November. If anybody has any relevant information in relation to the theft

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Low uptake on Rent Tax Credit applications may be linked to tenant fear – Threshold

Threshold isn’t surprised not many tenants are applying for the Rent Tax Credit. It says one reason is renters may be afraid to claim for it. Fewer than 65,000 people have claimed it out of a total 400,000 who are eligible, that’s according to reports by thejournal.ie. Threshold CEO John Mark McCafferty says tenants may

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48 people arrested by Gardaí in Dublin since Thursday’s events

This week’s events in Dublin have been described as “a perfect storm” of far-right hate groups organising online and rogue gangs of local youths. Gardaí have arrested 48 people in the city since Thursday on theft and public order related charges. Oxford University lecturer, Dr Jennifer Cassidy – who’s in Dublin – claims a WhatsApp

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Three people charged in Omagh in relation to burglary investigations

Detectives investigating a burglary in the Omagh area on Friday, have charged three people. Two men aged 21 and 27 and a teenage boy aged 17 have been charged with going equipped for theft and are due to appear before Enniskillen Magistrates’ Court tomorrow. The 27-year-old man has also been charged with possession of a

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Donegal community encouraged to attend upcoming N15 Corcam Bends public consultation

The second public consultation for the N15 Corcam Bends Road Scheme takes place next month in Donegal. The consultation will take place in Kee’s Hotel in Stranorlar on Thursday the 7th of December between the hours of 2pm and 7pm. County Council staff and design consultants will be present to listen to public opinion and

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Police appeal for information following series of arson incidents in Ballymoney this morning

Detectives are appealing for information following a series of arson incidents in the Ballymoney area in early hours of this morning. It was reported to police that a number of vehicles parked in the Union Street, Seymore Street and Knock Road areas had been set on fire. A total of nine vehicles have been damaged

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Donegal Gardaí in support of #16daysofactivism campaign

Donegal Gardaí have shared that they will be reaching out to communities in support of the 16 Days of Activism campaign. Gardaí will be reaching out to various places across Ireland offering support, reassurance and protection to victims of domestic, sexual and gender-based violence. If you need help or are in immediate danger, Gardaí can

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Donegal County Council invites tenders for Roundabout Sponsorship in Letterkenny

  Donegal County Council has invited tenders for Roundabout Sponsorship in Letterkenny for the February 2024 to January 2025 period. The closing date for receiving those tenders is 4pm on Thursday the 14th of December next month. Sponsorship is for the entire roundabout. Signs cannot contain any directional information and must be of various sizes

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Calls for State action to tackle racism following riots in Dublin City Centre

A call has been made for collective action by the State, and civil society, to tackle racism and to prevent further polarisation of our society. The call from the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission comes in the wake of the knife attack outside a school on Parnell Square, and the subsequent rioting by far

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McMonagle says new Community Hospital has a crucial role to play in the future

A former Chair of the HSE’s Regional Health Forum says the turning of the first sod at the site of the new Community Hospital in Letterkenny will add much needed bed capacity, and take pressure off Letterkenny University Hospital. Cllr Gerry McMonagle says the facility will provide residential care, respite services and act as a

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Over 29,000 people benefited from Donegal ETB education and training courses last year

Donegal Education and Training Board has published its 2022 Annual Report, outlining the wide range of services and activities it delivered throughout last year. The report says despite the ongoing pandemic restrictions that continued into part of the year, over 29,200 students availed of its post-primary, further education, outdoor education and music education courses. Over

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