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Planning approved for Acorn Farm at Ebrington Barracks, Derry
Planning has been approved to change a former helicopter pad at Ebrington barracks, Derry into an Acorn Farm. The proposals will transform the derelict site previously occupied by the Ministry of Defence into an £6.2m urban farm where people can learn how to grow their own plants and food. Derry City and Strabane District Council’s …
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Call for plan to tackle illegal parking of camper vans in Donegal Town
A local Councillor has called for a plan to be put in place to combat the illegal parking of camper vans in Donegal Town. During the summer months, it has been claimed there has been an increased number of camper vans illegally parking at the pier taking up two or three car parking spaces and …
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Donegal hotels urged to apply for support fund
Donegal-based hotels can now apply to the Hotel Investment Fund (HIF) for finance for support as they emerge from the Covid-19 pandemic disruption and move into an energy crisis. Pembroke Hospitality and ISIF announced a €50m commitment to investing in hotels across the country where trading has been negatively impacted by the pandemic or to …
Almost 630,000 patients waiting for a first hospital outpatient consultation
Around 629 and half thousand patients are waiting for a first hospital outpatient consultation. New National Treatment Purchase Fund hospital waiting list figures are out. They show 79,280 people were waiting for an appointment for their inpatient or day case treatment. 28 and half thousand patients have been given a date for their Inpatient / …
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Main Evening News, Sport, Nuacht and Obituaries – Friday September 9
Main Evening News, Sport, Nuacht and Obituaries – Friday September 9…..
Google may begin tracking our coughs and snoring
Google may soon know everything. The company is looking into new Android features that will detect how often you cough or snore. Reports suggest it’ll be part of a new Physical Wellbeing rollout on Android phones. Android 9 is a leader in digital wellbeing with introducing features like Do Not Disturb mode. A Health Studies …
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Venice installs water fountains every 100m
Taking a trip to Venice? Don’t forget to pack your reusable water bottle! The local council have installed water fountains every 100m in an effort to remove plastic bottles. The plea is going out to tourists who account for almost 40% of the city’s waste. The campaign will include a map of all drinkable fountains …
The Irish Blood Transfusion Service Donegal clinics this week
The Irish Blood Tranfusion Service has the below donation clinics in Donegal this week. Mon 12/09/2022 Ballyshannon, Co.Donegal, Colaiste Cholmcille Mercy Hall, College Street 06:30pm – 09:30pm Tue 13/09/2022 Donegal Town, Co.Donegal, Abbey Hotel Donegal Town 03:00pm – 05:00pm, 07:00pm – 09:30pm Wed 14/09/2022 Donegal Town, Co.Donegal, Abbey Hotel Donegal Town 03:00pm – 05:00pm, 07:00pm …
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Safety measures welcomed at new one way system
New safety measures have been installed at the Cathedral one-way system in Letterkenny. The residents of College Row and Convent Road had previously raised concerns about overgrown hedging in the area making it dangerous for pedestrians and motorists. Hedging has now been removed and a safety handrail is to be installed in the coming days …
Local Donegal EUROSPAR supermarkets launch new campaign to support local Communities
Customers to nominate their local “heroes” Four local Donegal EUROSPAR Supermarkets have come together this year with EUROSPAR supermarkets all over Ireland to say thank you to those who go above and beyond to help the people of their local communities. McClafferty’s EUROSPAR Gortahork, Kee’s EUROPSAR Laghey, Kernan’s EUROSPAR Newtowncunningham and Whoriskey’s EUROSPAR Ramelton are …
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Lettermacaward Boil Water Notice likely to remain in place throughout September
The Lettermacaward Public Water Supply Boil Water Notice is likely to remain in place during September. The notice, arising out of operational difficulties at the Lettermacaward Water Treatment Plant, is in place to protect the health of approximately 2,200 customers in the Lettermacaward, Portnoo, Rossbeg, Cleangort, Doochary, Meenacross, Dooey, Glenties Road, Maghery and Falmore areas. …
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164 new dwellings granted planning permission in Donegal
164 dwellings were granted planning permission in Donegal in the second quarter of the year. Between April and June, 161 houses were given the go ahead along with 3 apartments. According to figures released by CSO, a total of 348 building projects were granted planning permission during April to June of 2022. In Donegal, 160 …
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Police in Derry investigating theft of 30 pieces of equipment from Maydown area
Police in Derry/Londonderry are investigating the theft of equipment that was reported stolen from the Maydown area this week. Thirty pieces of the equipment, each of which are roughly one metre tall, are believed to have been taken sometime between 6pm on Monday, 5th September and 10am on Wednesday, 7th September. Inspector Fell said: “Due …
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Three vehicles set on fire in Derry
An investigation has been launched after three vehicles were set on fire in the early hours of yesterday morning in Derry. Police say they are treating the incidents which ocurred between 2:35am and 6:40am in the Prehen Road/ Victoria Road area as arson. They believe all three fires may be linked. Equiries are continuing and …
Book of condolence to Queen Elizabeth to open in Derry and Strabane
A Book of Condolence to Queen Elizabeth II will open this afternoon at Derry’s Guildhall and the Alley Theatre in Strabane. The Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council says it will allow the many people, especially people from the unionist tradition and the people of Britain, who will feel her loss deeply, to …
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Significant decrease in suicide deaths in border region
There’s been a significant decrease in the number of people dying by suicide in the border region. CSO figures show 524 people died by suicide in Ireland in 2019, 16 fewer than the previous year. Since 2015 there has been an increase of 5.4 per cent in the number of suicides nationally. However in the …
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Warning for heavy rainfall in coming days
Met Eireann is warning of the potential for spot flooding in the coming days. A status yellow rainfall warning has been issued for the entire country. It will come into force at 2am on Sunday and remain in place until 12am Monday. The forecaster is warning of high amounts of rainfall which may cause some …
Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder in Derry released
A man arrested on suspicion of attempted number in Derry on Wednesday has been released. The man was arrested in relation to a stabbing in the Great James Street area of the city in the early hours of Wednesday morning. Police say he was been released on police bail pending further enquiries.
Boxes of lost belongings from Electric Picnic
Electric Picnic wrapped up last week, that doesn’t mean everything made it home. Thankfully for festival goers, a collection of lost items has been gathered. A post has been shared of boxes of passports, bank cards, phones and keys that were found at the festival. A further image of more distinct items was also posted …
‘Queen showed there was a better way’ – Bishop of Derry and Raphoe
The Bishop of Derry and Raphoe says Queen Elizabeth was exemplary in showing that there is a better way. Bishop Andrew Forster says she demonstrated how being a neighbour and a friend led people to live a nobler way of life. He told today’s Nine til Noon Show that not only was the Queen an …
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Cllr hits out as healthcare workers still await pandemic bonus
A Donegal County Councillor has hit out as many healthcare workers still await their €1,000 pandemic bonus. It’s now seven months on from the Government announcing the payment as recognition for frontline workers during the pandemic. It’s now emerged that a tender process has commenced for a third party contractor to assist with the payment …
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Burst water main causing supply disruptions on outskirts of Letterkenny
A burst water main is impacting supplies outside Letterkenny. Supply disruptions are being experienced in Barrack, Killymasney, Glenswilly and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place until midday.
Donegal anglers called on to become citizen scientists
Anglers in Donegal are being urged to become citizen scientists. Esri Ireland, and Inland Fisheries Ireland has issued the call as a way of helping to conserve fish stocks in Ireland. Through an easy-to-use web-based app, anglers can gather and upload information from any device about the fish they catch and release along Donegal’s coastline. …
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Renewed calls for planning services to be returned to Carndongh
There’s renewed calls for the planning service to be reinstated at Carndonagh Public Services Centre. The planning section was centralised to Lifford in recent years. The Inishowen Municipal District continually receives the highest number of planning applications in Donegal. Something local Councillor Martin Farren believes warrants a full-time planning service to be based in the …
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Families of Reuven Simon and Joseph Sebastian release statement
The families of the two teenagers who died after getting into difficulty at Enagh Lough in Co Derry have expressed their appreciation for the kindness, love, support and prayers received during this difficult time. 16 year olds Reuven Simon and Joseph Sebastian passed away on Monday August 29th and were laid to rest at a …
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Donegal artists receive grants through pilot scheme
A number of artists in Donegal have been awarded grants through the once-in-a-generation Basic Income for the Arts Pilot Scheme. 2,000 artists and creative arts workers were awarded grants across the country, 56 in Donegal, as part of a three year pilot scheme. Recipients will receive €325 per week, paid on a monthly basis, as …
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Man arrested in Strabane in connection with INLA linked offences
A man has been arrested in Strabane as part of an investigation into offences linked to the INLA. Officers from the Paramilitary Crime Task Force arrested the 64 year old yesterday under the Terrorism Act in connection with a suspected show of strength following circulation of a video on social media in April this year. …
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Funeral of tragic Tallaght siblings taking place today
The three siblings who died in horrific circumstances in Dublin are being laid to rest today. 18-year-old Lisa Cash was killed alongside her younger brother and sister, eight-year-old twins Christy and Chelsea Cawley, when they were attacked at their family home in Brookfield in the early hours of Sunday morning. Their funeral will get underway …
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ECB interest rate rise ‘hammer blow to mortgage-holders’
The European Central Bank’s interest rate rise is ‘a hammer blow to mortgage-holders’, according to Sinn Féin. The three main Irish banks say they won’t pass on the 0.75 per cent increase to variable and fixed rate mortgage holders, for now. But it will be passed on to tracker mortgage holders. Sinn Féin’s finance spokesperson, …
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Taoiseach pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth II
The tricolour over government Buildings in Dublin is flying at half mast this morning, as a mark of respect following the death of Queen Elizabeth. The Taoiseach has paid tribute to the monarch, saying she’ll be remembered for her sense of duty and for taking symbolic steps to mend relations between Ireland and the UK. …
Donegal Deputy calls for energy relief to be paid only to most in need
Government energy relief plans must target people who need it most. That’s the warning from Donegal Deputy Thomas Pringle who doesn’t believe energy credits should be given to everyone, only those who are most in need. It comes after Environment Minister Eamon Ryan this week confirmed an energy credit will be issued before Christmas. Deputy …
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‘Everyone has a role to play in preventing flooding’ – Cllr Doherty
A Donegal County Councillor believes the local authority should be working with residents and farmers to ensure waterways are clear. It comes after much damage was caused in parts of the county by flash flooding last weekend. Councillor Albert Doherty says everyone has a role to play to help mitigate against flooding:
BREAKING: Queen Elizabeth II has died aged 96
Britain’s Queen Elizabeth the Second has died at the age of 96. She sat on the throne for 70 years having succeeded her father King George the Sixth in 1952 aged just 25. Queen Elizabeth was the longest serving British Monarch and has passed away peacefully at Balmoral. Her reign spanned 15 British Prime Ministers …
Donegal priest dies following crash
A Donegal priest has died following a crash. The Franciscan Friary, Rossnowlagh confirmed the passing of Fr Florian today. The fatal collision is believed to have taken place yesterday afternoon. Funeral arrangements are yet to be announced.
Main Evening News, Sport, Farming News and Obituaries – Thursday September 8th
Main Evening News, Sport, Farming News and Obituaries – Thursday September 8th:
Met Eireann warns of further thunderstorms in Donegal
Another thunderstorm warning has been issued for Donegal. The status yellow alert is in place until 9pm tonight and covers the counties of Cavan, Leitrim, Sligo and Longford also. Met Eireann is warning of local thunderstorms and lightning strikes resulting in poor driving conditions.
Fishing bodies present case to Tanaiste
The main fishing bodies have this week presented their case to the Tanaiste. The meeting has been described as the first step in a process aimed at ongoing engagement on the developmental needs of the seafood sector. The need for an all Government approach to help the declining sector was also high on the agenda. …
European Central Bank increase interest rates by 0.75%
The European Central Bank is increasing interest rates by a record of 0.7%, in a major blow to mortgage-holders. The changes will take effect from next Wednesday – and follow a 0.5% increase in July. Irish people on tracker mortgages will automatically see their payments increase. 220,000 customers on variable mortgages are also likely to …
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Today marks 200th anniversary of Coast Guard
Today marks the 200th anniversary of the Irish Coast Guard. The search and rescue service, established in 1822, responds to 2 thousand 600 call-outs a year, and comprises of 80 full-time staff and one thousand volunteers. This afternoon Peter Larkin from Greenore Coast Guard was presented with a medal to acknowledge 40 years of service. …
Significant funding available for coastal communities
Coastal communities in Donegal are set to benefit from significant funding for capital projects under the Brexit Blue Economy Scheme. Up to €200,000 is available for capital projects. The scheme aims to stimulate growth in rural coastal communities post-Brexit, with funding allocated to businesses operating within 10 kilometers of the coastline and involved in the …
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Doctors ‘concerned’ for Queen’s health
Britain’s Queen Elizabeth’s doctors are concerned for her health. Buckingham Palace says it has recommended she remains under supervision. They say she remains comfortable. She is at her residence in Scotland.
Church Lane to be closed for a month to facilitate water works
Works to reduce drinking water lost by leakage continues in Letterkenny this Autumn, as Irish Water crews return to the town to undertake mains replacement along Church Lane. The works will involve the replacement of approximately 200 metres of old water mains along Church Lane, which will significantly reduce bursts and give locals a more …
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Letterkenny mother forced to pay over €1,000 for private school bus
A Letterkenny mother whose son was turned down for a bus ticket is now paying €1,100 for private school transport. Amanda explained that she applied for a bus ticket in March and her child was approved for the bus, but was then turned down just five days before starting school. She now has to pay …
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Defectives investigating shot fired at Derry bonfire renew appeal
Detectives investigating a report that shots were fired during a bonfire in the Bogside in Derry last month have renewed their appeal for information. The incident is reported to have occurred in the area of Meenan Square on 15th August, at around 11.20pm. Detective Inspector Clara Heaton said: “We know there was a significant number …
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Ferris Lane in Buncrana reopened to traffic
Ferris Lane in Buncrana has reopened to traffic this morning after being closed for over three years. The road has been closed since February 2019 when a major fire broke out and damaged a number of businesses close to the road. Cllr Jack Murray says the reopening of the road will be widely welcomed by …
What is Ireland’s favourite hymn?
The National People Ploughing Championships are kicking off on the 20th of September. Bishop Denis Nulty is on a mission to find Ireland’s favourite hymn. The three day event is taking place at the Diocese of Kildare and Leighlin includes Ratheniska, and attenders can make their vote among the festivities. This follows the 2019 poll …
Today is Love Donegal Day
Today is Love Donegal Day, with people urged to use the hashtags lovedonegal or dunnangallabu on Twitter and Instagram, in a bid to have the county trending on those platforms. The initiative is a precursor to Donegal Connect, which returns later this month with the Tipp O’Neill Diaspora Awards and a major event in Buncrana’s …
Man arrested in Derry as part of investigation into offences linked to INLA activities
Officers from the Paramilitary Crime Task Force (PCTF), investigating offences linked to the INLA, made an arrest yesterday, Wednesday, in Derry. One man, aged 44 years old has been arrested under the Terrorism Act and is currently in custody. This investigation relates to a suspected show of strength following circulation of video on social media …
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First round CAO offers out today
Thousands of Leaving Cert students are set to receive their first- round CAO offers today. Despite meeting the requirement, there’s concern some students will miss out on a place, due to a random selection lottery system. At 2 o’clock this afternoon, over 80 thousand people will find out if they’ve received their first-choice college course, …
