Main Evening News, Sport & Obituaries – Wednesday August 17th
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Britain’s Foreign Secretary will press ahead with controversial protocol bill
Britain’s Foreign Secretary insists she will press ahead with the controversial protocol bill. Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak are in Northern Ireland, on the latest round of hustings for leadership of the Conservative Party. Ms Truss had this to say when asked if she was still talking to the EU in relation to the Protocol:
Around the Northwest | Chlöe Hart Hart of SIX
John is joined by Chlöe Hart, playing Catherine of Argon in the hit musical SIX. SIX follows the six wives of Henry VIII as they take to the mic to tell their own personal tales, remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an 80-minute celebration of 21st century girl power. Since its early days …
ATNW LIVE from The Irish Legends at Rosapenna
John Breslin is joined by Niall Quinn on Around the Northwest.
Three remain in custody after Letterkenny drugs raid
Three men remain in custody after Gardaí conducted a number of searches in the Letterkenny area yesterday. A number of residences were searched during the operation and a total of eight people were arrested. Three people remain in Garda custody, one has been released without charge with a file being prepared for the DPP, and …
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Call for honest conversation over housing crisis in Donegal
The Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council says there needs to be an honest conversation about the capacity of areas to support refugees, versus the local housing need in the area. Cllr Liam Blaney says the people of Donegal are welcoming and supportive, and that will not change. However, he said there needs to be consideration …
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Items seized by police investigating reports of shots fired in Derry
Detectives investigating a report of shots being fired in the vicinity of Meenan Square in the Bogside earlier this week conducted a search in the area this morning, Wednesday, 17th August. Shortly before 11.20pm on Monday night, 15th August, police received a report of shots being fired in the area where the bonfire was. Chief …
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Police investigating a sexual assault on teenage girl in Derry make specific witness appeal
Detectives investigating a sexual assault on a teenage girl in Derry have made a specific witness appeal. The assault is reported to have occurred in the Lisfannon Park area of the city at around 11.50pm on 15th August. Detective Inspector Harrison from Public Protection Branch said: “We’re keen to speak with three men who stopped …
81% would choose football over their partner if given an ultimatum
1 in 5 football fans have said they would turn in their favourite teams jersey if their partner issued an ultimatum – leaving the remaining 4 in 5 ditching their partners for the pitch. A poll of 2000 fans found 19% would abandon their favourite premier league team, if their partner threatened to ‘turn off …
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Rathmullan gearing up for on Saturday’s Inch Mile Wim Challenge
Over 100 swimmers are set to take part in the Inch Mile Swim Challenge at Rathmullan on Saturday. And while entries are closed for the main event, there is still a limited number of places available in the Kinnegar 500-metre swim aimed primarily at those who are relatively new to open-water swimming. Saturday’s swimming spectacle …
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‘Z’ graffitti appears in the vicinity of Milford
The letter “Z”, widely used as a pro Russia sign has been painted on a number of roads in Donegal close to where a large number of Ukrainian refugees have been housed. The graffiti appeared overnight around the general Milford area over night, along with the phrase ‘No Nato’. Donegal Deputy Thomas Pringle says while …
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Google creating robots to tend to its staff
Google is working on combining technology to create robots that can tend to its staff while they are working. The tech giant’s parent company, Alphabet Inc, is in the process of developing mechanical waiters that combine the eyes and arms of physical robots with the knowledge and conversation skills of virtual chatbots. Reuters reports the …
Second booster vaccines being offered to over 60s in Donegal Town and Letterkenny
Two pop up COVID-19 vaccination clinics are taking place in Donegal Town this week, with second booster vaccines being people aged 60 and over. The clinics are being held in Donegal Primary Care Centre, Donegal Town on Friday and Saturday, and are by appointment only. People are asked to register at hse.ie Meanwhile,the Letterkenny COVID-19 …
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Begley says A5 death highlights need for upgrade to progress
West Tyrone MP Órfhlaith Begley says the death of a lorry driver in his 20s on the A5 yesterday highlights the need for the long awaited upgrade project to proceed without delay. A public enquiry will reconvene in the autumn, with hopes that the improvement works can begin next year. Órfhlaith Begley says there’s still a …
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Lifeguards deployed on Culdaff Beach
A Culdaff councillor has confirmed that lifeguards have been deployed on Culdaff Beach after a number of recent incidents in which people had to be rescued. Cllr Johnny McGuinness says the criteria for hiring lifeguards were tightened this year, and that has led to delays in recruiting suitable people. He told Greg Hughes on today’s …
Update – Owners of Carrickfinn tents have spoken to Gardai
Gardaí in West Donegal have spoken to the owners of two tents which had been left erected at Carrickfinn Beach, and say their investigation in that regard has concluded. They had issued an appeal after they were alerted to the fact that the tents had been sitting empty for a period.
Support meetings return for bereaved parents following summer break
September does and feels like the start of a new year. Summer clothes are packed away, holidays have been taken, long evenings shorten and schoolbags reappear. For many, it is a new beginning – a new school term, the start of college, a new career to embark upon. But September can be a difficult month …
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Visitors to Marble Hill asked to be considerate when parking
Concerns have been raised about parking at Marble Hill Beach during the recent good weather. The area has recently been upgraded with parking improved however large crowds flocked to the beach last week and created traffic chaos. Cllr Michael McClafferty says the situation was so bad at Marble Hill beach that both sides of the …
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Early Childcare Providers step up campaign for more funding
Childcare providers around the country are taking their protest over funding to Dublin this morning. The Federation of Early Childhood Providers say they are not prepared to back down as the Early Learning and Care sector faces more closures with up 260 or more facing closure next year. The protest centres on the New Core …
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Frustration over lack of progress at dangerous Kilmacrennan junction
A Donegal councillor has been left frustrated over the lack of progress made in installing safety measures at a dangerous junction in Kilmacrennan. Cllr John O’Donnell has called for pedestrian safety measures at the four way junction in the village after a number of accidents in the area, including one where a woman was hit …
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Public Consultation on new Creative Ireland Culture andCreativity Strategy for Donegal
A Public Consultation has been launched on the new Creative Ireland Culture and Creativity Strategy for Donegal. Donegal County Council is undertaking a review of its County Donegal Culture & Creativity Strategy 2018-2022 with a view to developing a new strategy for the years 2023 – 2027. The Creative Ireland Programme is a five year …
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Eight people arrested and drugs seized in major garda operation
Gardaí conducted a number of searches in the Letterkenny area today, 16th August 2022 A number of residences were searched during the operation. A total of 8 persons were arrested and are currently detained at a number of Garda Stations in the region. A quantity of drugs was also seized. No further information is available …
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Main Evening News, Sport & Obituaries – Tuesday August 16th
Main Evening News, Sport & Obituaries – Tuesday August 16th….
Rose of Tralee represents strong and confident young Irish women – Donegal Rose
33 women are en route to Kerry, for the return of the Rose of Tralee. The Kerry Sports Academy is the new home of the annual festival, which will see Roses from all corners of the globe take to the stage. Donegal Rose Katie McAteer says the Festival represents strong and confident young Irish women.
Donegal woman dies following Mayo road collision
It’s emerged that a woman in her 90s who died following a crash in County Mayo yesterday was from Donegal. Katie Doherty from Laghey was a passenger in one of two cars that collided on the N17 close to the Kilkelly turnoff at 5.50pm. Three women and two children were taken to Mayo University Hospital …
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Car set on fire in Castlederg
UPDATE- The 26-year-old man arrested on suspicion of arson following a car fire on Hospital Road in Castlederg during the early hours of Tuesday, 16th August has been released on police bail, pending further enquiries. —————————– Police in Strabane are investigating a vehicle fire on Hospital Road in Castlederg during the early hours of today, …
Buncranna dance academy hailed world champions
Elite Dance Academy of Buncranna have been crowned world champions at the UDO World Hiphop Championships in Blackpool. The victors were celebrated with a homecoming beginning in Letterkenny yesterday evening which saw the dance troop to their hometown of Buncranna.
Petrol bombs discovered in Bready
Two petrol bombs have been discovered in Bready. At around 9.30am yesterday morning, it was reported that a petrol bomb had been located outside a property on Bluebell Avenue while, a short time later, a second was discovered outside another property in the area. Neither of them had been lit. Police say enquiries are ongoing …
Inishowen Co-Op Shortlisted for Chambers Ireland Sustainable Business Impact Award 2022
Collaboration between business and community has always been part of life throughout Ireland and never more so than within the Inishowen peninsula in County Donegal. Inishowen Co-Op have recently been recognised for their great community support by being shortlisted for a Chambers Ireland Sustainable Business Impact Award 2022. Shortlisted in the “Partnership with Charity – Large …
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Mother appeals for witnesses after her daughter was assaulted
A mother has spoken out after her daughter was allegedly attacked by a group of girls outside the McDonalds premises in Letterkenny at 9 o’clock on Sunday night. Celeste, a native of South Africa, says she brought her children here for a better life, and did not expect such incidents to happen in Letterkenny. Speaking …
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Machinery stolen in Derrybeg
A number of items of machinery have been stolen in West Donegal. A shed beside a residence in the Sheskinbeg area of Derrybeg was broken into between 8am on Friday last and 4pm on Saturday. Machinery including a quad bike, generator and welder were stolen during the burglary. Gardai are appealing to anyone with information …
Windows damaged in criminal damage incident in Letterkenny
Gardai are investigating a criminal damage incident in Letterkenny in the early hours of Saturday morning. Between 2am and 8am, stones were thrown through the front window of a property in the Windmill View Estate. Three separate panes of glass were damaged along with the rear window of a vehicle parked in the driveway. Gardai …
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Gardai hunt youths in connection with fire in Buncrana
Gardai are seeking to identify a number of youths observed in Buncrana around the time of a fire which completely destroyed a portable cabin office. Between 8:30pm and 9pm on Thursday last, the fire was started on a site adjacent to the Parc Mor housing estate. Significant damage was also caused to three lorries. Garda …
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Derry PSNI investigating potential hate crimes at Bogside bonfire
Police in Derry say they have received a number of reports in relation to material placed on a bonfire in Meenan Square in the Bogside area of Derry. They say these reports are being treated as hate crimes, and they are seeking to identify those responsible. In a statement this morning, Derry City and Strabane …
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Police investigating report of shots in Derry
Police are investigating a report of shots being fired in the Bogside area of Derry last night. Shortly before 11.20pm they received a report of a number of loud bangs being heard in the area. At around the same time, a third-party report was received about possible shots being heard in the area. Police say …
Water outages in Malin Head and East Donegal
Repairs to burst water mains are being carried out in Malin Head and East Donegal. Supplies disruptions in Keenagh, Lower Bree, Malin Head, Mullanboy, Tievebrack, Gortnamuck, Alt Lower, Castlefin and surrounding areas are being experienced. All works are due to be completed by 4pm this afternoon.
Goalposts destroyed at Convoy Arsenal FC
Goalposts have been destroyed at Convoy Arsenal FC over the weekend. In a statement, the club says it is not just destruction of property but an attack on younger club members. They say it is very disappointing for everyone involved in the club who work very hard to provide football to under 6s up to …
A5 outside Omagh closed following serious crash
A section of the A5 is closed this morning following a serious crash. The Beltany Road outside Omagh has been closed in both directions between the Mellon Road and Mountjoy Avenue. Police are asking motorists to avoid the area. Local diversions are in place.
Council CEO praises Paul McGinley for vision to make county golfing destination
The CEO of Donegal County Council has praised Paul McGinley for his vision to make the county a golfing destination. The second Irish Legends Golf Tour, presented by the McGinley Foundation gets underway today at the Rosapenna Hotel, Downings and will see thousands flock to the area. A Festival of Golf is taking place this …
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Car seized in South Donegal
A car has been seized in South Donegal. A checkpoint was being carried out by Gardai in the Ballyshannon area yesterday morning when they observed a vehicle turning away from them. The vehicle was subsequently stopped and it was established that the driver did not have a driving licence and the car was not taxed, …
Broken glass bottles and cans found strewn across Buncrana football pitch
A Buncrana football club has issued an appeal to those responsible for a recent incident of anti-social behaviour to stop immediately. On Sunday morning, ahead of an Under 11s match, coaches at Buncrana Hearts FC discovered broken glass, bottles and beer cans strewn across the bottom pitch in Castle Park. In a social media post, …
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‘No plans to develop motorway link-up in Donegal disappointing’ – Mac Giolla Easbuig
Transport Infrastructure Ireland has confirmed that there are no plans to develop a motorway link-up in the North West. Councillor Micheal Choilm Mac Giolla Easbuig proposed a route that would link Derry to Sligo, incorporating Letterkenny and Donegal Town be developed. However, in response to a parliamentary question from Donegal Deputy Thomas Pringle on behalf …
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Housing Minister urged to make public An Bord Pleanala report
The Housing Minister says its now up to the DPP to decide if a report into practices at An Bord Pleanala should be made public. The report examined alleged conflicts of interest and relevant disclosures by the then Deputy Chairperson of the planning authority, Paul Hyde, who has since resigned. Minister Darragh O’Brien confirmed last …
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Ongoing delays to Strabane Public Realm Scheme criticised
A West Tyrone MLA has hit out over a lack of progress on a multi million pound project to redevelop Strabane town centre. It’s emerged a budget has yet to be signed off on for the Strabane Public Realm Scheme which would see the town centre transformed to make it more attractive for residents, businesses …
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Paul McGinley believes spotlight needs to be shone on Donegal
Golfer Paul McGinley believes further investment in Donegal from Government and Tourism Ireland would greatly benefit the county. He says Donegal has so much to offer and a spotlight needs to be shone on it. Yesterday, the sports star was awarded the Freedom of Donegal in recognition of his golf achievements and for his enormous …
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DL Debate The Championship – 15/08/22
On this week’s DL Debate, Brendan Devenney is joined by Donegal News GAA correspondent Frank Craig and St Eunan’s Chairman John Haran to recap and review the weekend’s action as the Donegal Senior Football Championship got underway. Also Michael McMullan from Gaelic Life joins Brendan to discuss the action from the Derry Senior Football Championship …
‘Humbled and honoured’ – Paul McGinley
Paul McGinley says he is ‘humbled and honoured’ to have received the Freedom of Donegal. The golfer was awarded the prestigious accolade at a Civic Reception at the Rosapenna Hotel in Downings today. It comes as the Irish Legends Golf Tour, hosted by the McGinley Foundation gets underway tomorrow. He says it was a heartwarming …
Placing of images and flags on Bogside bonfire condemned
There’s condemnation in Derry over the placing of images and flags on a bonfire in the Bogside area. It’s believed an image of the Queen along with flags and emblems has been placed on the structure which is due to be lit tonight. It comes as a Police investigation is underway into the alleged selling …
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Main Evening News, Sport & Obituaries – Monday August 15th
Main Evening News, Sport & Obituaries – Monday August 15th:
Mona McSharry finishes seventh in 200m breaststroke European final
Sligo swimmer Mona McSharry has finished seventh in the finals of the 200m breaststroke at the European Swimming Championships. She posted a time of 2:26.96 in a highly competitive final. The graduate of the Marlins Swimming Club in Ballyshannon also posted a fifth placed finish in the 100m breaststroke on Saturday.
