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DCC looking to improve public toilet provision in the county

Donegal County Council is currently conducting a review public toilets across the county, with the aim of developing a prioritised list of potential upgrades and improvements. The council is also seeking additional staff to assist with the provision of and maintenance of public conveniences in the county. Responding to a motion from Cllr Declan Meehan, officials

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Uisce Eireann carrying out works in Ballybofey and Dooen

Uisce Eireann says essential works in Ballybofey may cause water supply disruption and discolouration at Glenfin Road and surrounding areas from 9:30 tonight until 1:45 tomorrow morning. Meanwhile, as part of the National Leakage Reduction Programme, essential maintenance works close to Newmills outside Letterkenny may may cause supply disruptions to Dooen and surrounding areas from

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Police remain on the scene in Dungannon after ‘sustained violence and disorder’ yesterday

The PSNI in South Tyrone say there will be an increased police presence in Dungannon following what’s been described as sustained violence and disorder in the town yesterday afternoon. Five people were arrested, and a number of people have been injured, including a woman who was stabbed in the head with a screwdriver. Police say

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Two arrested in connection with human trafficking in Donegal released without charge

Two men arrested as part of investigations into human trafficking and money laundering in Donegal have been released without charge. The men aged in their 50s and 40s were arrested on Friday in Co Louth and Co Roscommon. Gardai say investigations are ongoing and a file is to be prepared for the Director of Public

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Letterkenny business owner calls for greater awareness of e-scooter use

A Letterkenny business owner is calling for more awareness of the dangers of e-scooter use. Last year, a woman was hospitalised after being knocked down by an oncoming cyclist as she exited Catriona’s Hair Salon. Since then, salon owner, Catriona O’Donnell says there has been an increase of e-scooters and bicycles on footpaths. She says

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Former Lifford Hospital building being refurbished for use by Donegal CDNT – Cope

A Donegal TD says the former Lifford Community Hospital building is being refurbished for use by the Children’s Disability Network Team in East Donegal. Deputy Pat The Cope Gallagher told Highland Radio News today that he made contact with the HSE on foot of concerns within sections of the local community that the old hospital

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Man accused of leading intimidation campaign suspected of being involved in serious attack in Lifford

A Court has heard that a man accused of leading a pub crawl of intimidation to issue warnings about drugs in Dungiven, is suspected to have been involved an attack in Lifford earlier this year. Charles Dooher who is in his 20s was left with life-threatening injuries after being attacked at his home on Coneyburrow

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Victor Fisher remembered as a man who was hugely passionate about all he did

Former Letterkenny Councillor Victor Fisher has been remembered as a man who was hugely passionate about all he did. He was first elected as a Fianna Fail member of Letterkenny Urban District Council in 1985, and successfully contested four more elections, including the final town council election in 2009, before it was abolished five years

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Letterkenny Cathedral downplays incident during morning mass

St Eunan’s Cathedral in Letterkenny has played down an incident at mass yesterday. There are reports that a man had to be escorted from the Cathedral during 8am mass as he approached the altar while Communion was being prepared. However, in a statement issued on social media, St Eunan’s Cathedral claims reports are exaggerated. They

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Conor McGregor withdraws from presidential election race

Conor McGregor has withdrawn from the presidential election campaign. He posted on X this morning, announcing he’ll no longer be seeking a nomination to appear on next month’s ballot. The former MMA fighter claims the country is constrained by the “straitjacket of an outdated Constitution”, preventing him from running. He was due to address councils

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Fianna Fáil Think-In to discuss protection of economy and creation of jobs

Fianna Fáil aims to protect the economy and create jobs. The party is to discuss the topic at its two-day Think-In in Cork starting today. It will also focus on overcoming challenges in housing and enhanced support for the most vulnerable. Mental Health Junior Minister Mary Butler says steps will be taken to help firms

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Buncrana Night-Time Economy Action Plan 2025/2026 officially launched

The Buncrana Night-Time Economy Action Plan 2025/2026 has been officially launched. This marks a major milestone in enhancing the town’s after-dark culture, community and economy. Developed by Donegal County Council in line with the national Night-Time Economy Taskforce Report, the Action Plan sets out a framework across five key pillars: Governance & Sustainability, Transport &

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83 people from Donegal expected to receive Irish Citizenship today and tomorrow

83 people from Donegal will be granted Irish Citizenship at the Convention Centre over today and tomorrow. Six ceremonies will be held over the two days, and Minister of State with responsibility for Migration, Colm Brophy, will be joined by Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe, and Ministers of State Robert Troy and Neale Richmond. In

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Councillor says if Drumboe Woods walkway isn’t reopened, he will get an angle grinder and open it himself

A local councillor has said if a walkway at Drumboe Woods in Stranorlar isn’t reopened, he’ll get an angle grinder and open it himself. The scenic path has been closed to the public for 13 years now, and councillors were told last year that it should be reopened once works at Finn Valley College were

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Data shows 1 in 5 children in Ireland are living with obesity

Highly processed foods account for one quarter of children’s diets, according to the HSE National Clinical Lead for Obesity. It comes as a new UNICEF report shows one in 10 children worldwide are living with obesity. This figure is one in five in Ireland, according to data from the Childhood Obesity Surveillance Initiative. Consultant Endocrinologist

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Driver caught speeding arrested after testing positive for cocaine

A motorist caught travelling 37km/h over the speed limit in Letterkenny has been arrested after testing positive for cocaine. Letterkenny Roads Policing Unit detected the vehicle going at 137km/hr in a 100km speed zone in poor weather conditions yesterday. A drugs test came back as positive for cocaine and an arrest was made. Court proceeding

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Police in Strabane urging businesses to be aware of counterfeit £20 notes

Police in Strabane are keen to urge business owners to be vigilant when handling cash. This follows several incidents in recent days of counterfeit £20 notes circulating. A police spokesperson says there are a number of questions shop owners and employees should be asking. They include: Does the main printing feel raised? Can you see

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Heather Humphreys promises to bring Áras an Úachtaráin “closer to the people” as she launches bid to become next President

Former minister Heather Humphreys has officially launched her bid to become the next president. The Fine Gael candidate addressed a packed campaign rally at the Peace Campus in her home of Monaghan. Tánaiste Simon Harris was also in attendance, warning of growing hostility towards politicians and vowing not to back down against those who seek

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Man arrested in connection with Creeslough tragedy released without charge

A man in his 40s, arrested by Gardaí investigating the Creeslough disaster, has been released without charge. He was detained yesterday for alleged offences contrary to the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act and questioned at a Garda station in Dublin. A file will now be prepared for the DPP and Gardaí say the investigation

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Rent increases in Donegal are unsustainable – MacLochlainn

A Donegal TD says the trend of rising rents is not sustainable, after recent Residential Tenancy Board figures showed  a year on year increase for new tenancies in Donegal of almost 15%, the highest increase in the country. Deputy Pádraig Mac Lochlainn says rents have doubled in recent years in Donegal, and that is definitely

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DCC trying to develop canopy over new performance space at Letterkenny Park

Donegal County Council has confirmed it is seeking funding to erect a canopy at the Arts and Performance area which is currently being developed at the Bernard Mc Glinchey Town Park in Letterkenny. The issue was raised by Cllr Jimmy Kavanagh, who is anxious to have the facility ready for summer of next year. Cllr

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DCC attempting to minimise disruption as plans are confirmed for Dual Carriageway works next week

Donegal County Council will be undertaking essential maintenance works on the N13 Dual Carriageway between the Dry Arch Roundabout and the Manorcunningham Roundabout between Tuesday 16th of September and Thursday 18th of September. The works are planned to start on Tuesday morning after 9.00am. Council officials say they have added two extra phases to the

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Buncrana’s Night-Time Economy Plan has been formally launched

The Buncrana Night-Time Economy Action Plan has been officially launched, with Donegal County Council describing it as a major milestone in enhancing Buncrana’s after-dark culture, community, and economy. The plan is intended to strengthen local business, improve safety, enhance public spaces, and expand cultural and recreational opportunities for residents and visitors after 6pm. Speaking at

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Closure of Ballybofey autism service highlights poor communication within the HSE- Nic Mheanmin

A Lifford-Stranorlar councillor says reports that autism service based at the Glenside Business centre on the Glenfinn Road will close from tomorrow are distressing for service users and their parents. The parents are now being referred to the CDNT, which Cllr Dakota NicMheanmin says is under severe pressure already because of staff shortages and long

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Presidential election candidate Catherine Connolly, says she is in ‘listening mode’ as she visits Donegal

Presidential election candidate Catherine Connolly, who is visiting Donegal, says she is in ‘listening mode’ as she continues her campaign. Her trip to the county includes visits to Arranmore Island, Gaoth Dobhair, Milford, Buncrana, Malin Head, Letterkenny, Ballybofey, the Glenties Harvest Fair, Ardara, and Donegal town. Earlier today, she travelled to see first-hand the effects

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Donegal receives almost €130,000 in CLÁR funding

Donegal is to receive almost €130,000 in CLÁR funding. Two-volunteer-led organisations are to benefit from the funding announced by Minister Dara Calleary today. Drimarone Development CLG has been allocated just under €45,000 to purchase a wheelchair-accessible Mobility Transport/ Cancer Care vehicle while €83,700 will go to the Donegal Mountain Rescue Team to strengthen first-responder capability

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Senator Blaney backing FF Presidential election candidate Gavin despite voting in support of Kelleher

Donegal Fianna Fail Senator Niall Blaney says he is fully behind his party’s presidential election candidate Jim Gavin. That’s despite him voting in favour of MEP Billy Kelleher during a parliamentary party vote. Senator Blaney previously declared his support for former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern, who failed to receive the backing of the Fianna Fail leadership

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21% increase in applications to Derry’s Ulster University

There’s been a 21% increase in applications to Ulster University’s Derry campus for the current academic year. The North’s Economy Minister, Caoimhe Archibald, says the increase in applications demonstrates the city’s ability to attract more students and reach the 10,000 student target. A programme of work is already underway to build additional teaching blocks to

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Progress on SEED project, Ballybofey needed – Cllr McGowan

The Cathaoirleach of the Lifford Stranorlar Municipal District says there needs to be progress on the SEED project in Ballybofey. The project involves the restoration of the front façade of the former Ritz Cinema, with the building to be refurbished as an enterprise building, while a new two storey car park will be developed, allowing

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