Petrol and diesel prices seem to be levelling off in what will be welcome news to motorists. That’s according to the latest AA Ireland price survey, it’s found petrol at just over 2 euro a litre and diesel at 2 euros and 1 cent. Prices were sent on an upwards spiral when Russia invaded Ukraine …
Focus Ireland says the shortage in social and affordable housing is driving up homelessness. It says most emergency homeless accommodation is now full, leading to a rise in ‘hidden homelessness’ which isn’t reflected in the latest figures. 10,500 people accessed emergency accommodation in June, the second highest figure on record. Focus Ireland spokesperson Conor Culkin …
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A Donegal Deputy has appealed to energy providers to stop exploiting the increasing costs crisis to make super-profits. It comes as prices from Electric Ireland are set to increase on Monday by 11 percent for electricity and 29 percent for gas while Panda also announced price increases. Bord Gais’ profits have also reportedly increased by …
There’s calls for Donegal County Council to install lighting at the junction with Clady Bridge. Road safety concerns have been raised by local residents and users of the busy route due to the lack of lighting in the area. Councillor Gary Doherty says its important action is taken to address fears there:
Out of control trees in the Diamond Area of Lifford are blocking windows and obstructing natural light in the homes within the area. That’s according to Cllr Gerry Crawford, who has called on the council to act immediately to rectify the situation and have the area tidied up. He says the trees are so overgrown …
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The Agriculture Minister’s confirmed Ireland’s CAP Strategic Plan 2023-2027 has been formally resubmitted to the European Commission for approval. Minister Charlie McConalogue says the updated plan takes account of the observations received from the European Commission in March. He says it reflects the outcome of extensive discussions with the European Commission at official and Ministerial …
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Detectives have charged a man following the report of a stabbing in Crawford Square, Derry/Londonderry during the early hours of today, Friday, 29th July. The 31-year-old male has been charged with possession of an offensive weapon with intent to commit an indictable offence and wounding with intent. He is due to appear before Londonderry Magistrates’ …
A charity that supports older people at home is acknowledging the importance of volunteers, and urging more people in Donegal to get involved. Tomorrow is International Friendship Day, and the charity ALONE says for many older people, a visit from a befriending volunteer can be a highlight of their week. ALONE says since the COVID-19 …
The Irish Legends event returns to Rosapenna Golf Club in Downings next month and organisers are seeking volunteers for the week. Those who help out will have a front row position to watch this spectacular event which is part of the European Legends Tour and will have some of the big names from the sport …
Volunteers being sought for Irish Legends golf event in Rossepenna Read More »
Shakira could be facing an eight year jail term if she is convicted of tax fraud. Prosecutors in Spain are alleging the singer has failed to pay the Spanish government more than 14.5 million euro. This week she rejected a settlement deal and opted to go on trial, claiming she’s innocent and has always …
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Following a very successful charity event in Culdaff last month, the organisers have joined forces with McCleans and Malin RNLI Fundraising Branch to raise some money for the RNLI. The event will be held today, Friday 29th July, 8pm at McCleans in Malin and will feature the cream of local talent. Performing on the …
UPDATE – The owner of the tent pitched at Port Pier, North of Glencolmbkille has been found. Earlier today, a tent which was discovered pitched close to the water attracted the attention of the coastguard who were worried about the safety of the occupants. However, the person has been in contact with the Coastguard and …
The exhibition is open daily 10.30am to 4.30pm An opening event will take place on Saturday 30th July at 2pm – All Welcome The artist is encouraged through the process of art making to reach the highest point of perspective, allowing the process to take them on a journey, carrying them to the the most …
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Awaken your senses with the 2022 Savour the Flavour food festival in Donegal Town this august. Featuring a great line up of activities taking place mostly on the Diamond and a few other locations throughout the town. A spokesperson said ‘We are very excited about our Unique 8 course dining experience taking place in …
The Personal Injuries Assessment Board says a reduction in awards and their value should make insurance premiums cheaper for consumers and businesses. Compensation paid out by the board fell by almost a quarter last year, while the Courts Service reports that personal injury actions were down 12 per cent. Sinn Fein says serious questions will …
Insurance payouts fall, but premiums are still too high – Doherty Read More »
A Donegal TD is urging Agriculture and Marine Minister Charlie Mc Conalogue to abandon the fishing vessel decommissioning scheme announced by the EU yesterday as a response to Brexit. Deputy Padraig Mac Lochlainn, Sinn Fein’s Marine Spokesperson, says the €80 million scheme to reduce the size of the Irish fishing fleet by another 60 vessels …
Fishing decommissioning scheme is a ‘mortal sin’ – MacLochlainn Read More »
A motion calling on the British government to replace £90m in local community funding has been passed by Derry City and Strabane District Council. Last night, Sinn Fein Cllr John McGowan tabled a motion at the Council’s monthly meeting calling for the replacement of vital European funding lost as a result of Brexit. He told …
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The Agriculture Minister says he sees the national herd remaining ‘stable’ over the coming years. A major talking point in carbon emissions cuts was whether there would need to be a reduction in the total number of cattle in the State. The government agreed a cut of 25 percent reduction in emissions for the agriculture …
Agriculture Minister expects national herd to remain ‘stable’ Read More »
A man has been arrested in Derry on suspicion of attempted murder. Police received a report just before 5:30am this morning that a man in his 40s had been stabbed in the Crawford Square area. A 31-year-old man remains in police custody after he was arrested in connection with the incident. Police are appealing to …
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There’s urgent calls for Irish Water to upgrade infrastructure in North Inishowen. Some works have already been carried out on the line from the Eddie Fullerton Dam. However, Councillor Martin McDermott says not enough has been done as homes and businesses in the area are still being subjected to supply outages and low reservoir levels. …
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Donegal’s Shane Blaney was the toast of Sligo after he helped the Bit o’ Red to a memorable 2-0 defeat of Scottish Premier Division side Motherwell at a packed Showgrounds on Thursday evening. The Letterkenny man blasted home a tremendous long-range free to give Sligo Rovers a fourth minute lead in their Europa Conference League …
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The new faster, flatter course for the 2022 Donegal Half Marathon has been finalised. The event has been fixed for Sunday, August 28th in Letterkenny and will start at 9.20 am. The two main changes see the removal of the climb up Letterkenny’s Port Road and the large loop of the course being done the opposite way. The …
Detailed map of faster, flatter Donegal Half Marathon route finalised Read More »
A motorcyclist is in a critical condition following a serious crash on the Letterkenny to Ramelton road yesterday evening. The two vehicle collision involving a car and the motorcyclist occurred shortly before 7pm at Cashelshanaghan. The man in his 20s was transferred to Letterkenny University Hospital where he remains at this time. No other injuries …
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The HSE’s calling on people to consider all care options before attending Emergency Departments. There’ve been record numbers of patients presenting at EDs this year for care and treatment. It includes those who are then discharged without needing hospital admission, when they could have gone to other healthcare services. National Ambulance Service Clinical Director, Professor …
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The residential vacancy rate in Donegal is over double the national average. According to figures contained in the latest GeoDirectory Residential Buildings Report, almost 10% of residential properties in the county are vacant. Donegal has recorded a notably high residential vacancy rate of 9.7% as of June. The county has the lowest occupancy rate in …
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A missing Donegal woman has been found. 49 year old Andrea McCollum, from Dunfanaghy had been missing from Nurney, Co Kildare for over a week. Gardai have confirmed that she has been found safe and well.
The Ramelton to Letterkenny road remains closed this morning following a serious crash. The collision occurred yesterday evening at Cashelshanaghan, between the Silver Tassie Hotel and Aughnagaddy. Gardai say the road will remain closed for a period. Diversions are in place.
A motion calling for the British government to replace European funding which has been lost due to Brexit and is worth £90m has been passed in Strabane and Derry District Council. Last night, Sinn Fein Cllr John McGowan tabled a motion at the Council’s monthly meeting calling for the replacement of vital European funding lost …
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A senior official in the President’s office has said it is open to any individual citizen to challenge the new Defective Blocks Bill which he signed into law last Saturday. The observation is contained in a reply to an email sent to President Higgins by a member of the Mica Action Group. In his reply, …
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Concerns have been raised in Convoy, after residents noticed work being done on a new development which appears to be a quarry, on the outskirts of the town. Donegal County Council has confirmed it’s received a complaint regarding the activity, and an officer has been assigned to the case, with a site inspection due to …
Donegal County Council to investigate “quarry development” near Convoy Read More »
It’s emerged that IVT injections are no longer being administered at Letterkenny University Hospital, because the area where they were given is no longer available. Cllr Albert Doherty raised the issue on behalf of a constituent in Carndonagh who now has to travel to Sligo to avail of the vital eye treatment, a round trip …
It’s been an incredible night for Sligo Rovers in Europe with the Bit O’Red through to the third qualifying round of the Conference League. A superb free kick from Letterkenny man Shane Blaney gave them the lead at home to Motherwell,Max Mata made it 2-nil in injury time, and Sligo go through 3-nil on aggregate. …
Blaney magic helps Sligo to next round in Europe Read More »
The European Commission’s approved an eighty million euro decommissioning scheme to support the Irish fishery sector affected by Brexit. The scheme will run until the end of next year. Aid will be granted to Irish-registered vessel owners in the form of a direct grant to compensate them for ceasing their fishing work. It will …
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News, Sport, Farm News and Obituaries on Thursday July 28th………..
Farmers will be asked to cut their emissions by 25 per cent under plans approved by Government leaders this evening. The agriculture sector will have to eliminate a quarter of its emissions output over the next eight years. Tense negotiations over the last few days had been at an impasse. Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue saying …
The government has given the green light for the completion of the Donegal Community Stadium in Stranorlar. Earlier this month, Donegal County Council confirmed €500,000 in match funding for the completion of the facility, which will be home to Finn Harps Football Club. Similar amounts have been confirmed by the club and the FAI. That …
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Police in Derry/Londonderry, investigating a serious assault on a man in the city, are appealing for witnesses. The incident was reported to police on Tuesday afternoon, 26th July, but occurred during the early hours of Sunday, 24th July on Waterloo Street, sometime between 1.30am and 3am. The victim, who is aged in his thirties, is reported …
A man who raped, assaulted and coercively controlled a Killybegs woman in the course of a six week relationship has been jailed for 17 years. On various occasions, 36 year old Dean Ward sprayed Mace into the woman’s face, tied her up, choked her and then raped her, threatened her with a hammer and punched …
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A West Donegal councillor has hit out at Irish Water following another disruption to supplies in Magheraroarty and Meenlaragh. The utility confirmed this afternoon it is investigating the reports. Cllr Michael Cholm McGiollasbuig says this is an all too frequent occurrence, especially as there are over 100 young people using the local community hall for …
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Investigations are ongoing following an early morning attack in Ballyshannon. A man in his 30s was assaulted in the area at around 1:30am this morning. He was taken to Sligo University Hospital for treatment to his injuries. No arrests have yet been made. Gardai say investigations are ongoing.
A Letterkenny accountant is warning people after a client was almost scammed out of £6,000. The person was communicating with a supplier in Northern Ireland via email and agreed to transfer the funds. In a follow-up email, it was requested that the money be transferred to a different account. It subsequently transpired that the supplier’s …
New listenership figures have cemented Highland Radio’s position as Donegal’s most listened to radio station. Today’s JNLR figures show that in the year up to the end of June, 78% of people in the county tuned into Highland Radio each week, with 55% tuning in every day. Highland’s market share sits at 63%, the highest …
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A Donegal County Councillor has described a fine issued to the developer of the Meenbog wind farm as scandalously low. A court order was made against the developer in recent days and a €1,500 fine issued as well as notice to cover mitigation works costs. The Meenbog landslide caused much destruction to local land and …
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The Health Minister’s acceptation of NIAC’s recommendations to extend the Covid vaccination programme is being welcomed. Second boosters are set to be offered to a cohort of people including those aged 50-64, people who have an underlying medical condition and healthcare workers. Noel Cullen, Deputy Operational Site Manager for the Letterkenny Vaccination Centre says work …
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The Chair of the Green Party in Donegal believes cuts to carbon emissions in the agriculture sector will not impact farmers in the county. Talks have resumed today on cutting emissions in the agriculture sector by between 30% and 22%. The Green Party wants it cut by 30%. Michael White says the style of farming …
‘Emission cuts won’t impact farmers in Donegal’ – Michael White Read More »
A transatlantic jet had to perform an emergency landing at Shannon Airport after making a mayday call off the coast of Donegal yesterday afternoon. The United Airlines flight left Edinburgh before issuing the emergency call. It’s understood the Boeing plane suffered pressure problems and came to land at Shannon just after 12 midday. Emergency services …
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South Inishowen has the lowest uptake of additional covid vaccines in the country. According to latest figures from the CSO up to June 30th, 36% of people in the LEA have received an additional dose. The highest uptake in an additional dose of the Covid vaccine in Donegal was in the Glenties LEA with 61% …
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The Donegal Masters gaelic footballers suffered their first defeat in the group stage of the competition on Wednesday night, they lost 0-13 to 0-11 to Tyrone in Convoy at the Donegal GAA Centre. With six wins from six games, Tyrone go straight to the All-Ireland semi-finals while Donegal will be involved in a draw later …
Sligo Rovers are on the brink of making history in Europe, the Bit O’Red hold a 1-nil lead over Motherwell ahead of Thursday’s second leg of their Conference League qualifier at the Showgrounds. Ahead of this huge tie for the club, Rovers confirmed the signing of Fabrice Hartmann on loan from German Bundesliga side RB …
Boyle-Carr & Hartmann are the latest recruits at Sligo Read More »
A mother and daughter missing from Derry who were believed to have travelled to the Republic have been found. Police have confirmed that the pair who were missing from the Shantallow area of Derry since Sunday afternoon have been located.
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