Businesses have been evacuated at Scally Place, Letterkenny due to an ongoing incident on the Justice Walsh Road. It is believed there is an ongoing bomb scare and alarm was raised in the past half hour. Scally McDaid Roarty Medical Practice staff and patients have confirmed they have been evacuated. A spokesperson for An Garda …
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Grocery inflation in Ireland has hit 7.7 per cent – the highest level in 14 years. That’s according to market researcher Kantar. Take-home grocery sales fell by over 3 per cent in the 12 weeks leading up to mid-July. Consumers are attempting to cut costs by turning to generic brands, and reducing the frequency of …
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In the North, the SDLP’s promising to deliver a “new kind of politics” – after announcing plans to form an official opposition. It comes ahead of tomorrow’s Assembly recall – in which another attempt will be made to nominate a Stormont Assembly speaker. The devolved institutions still aren’t functioning properly because of a DUP protest …
Being unable to participate in college life is detrimental to students wellbeing, according to the Union of Students in Ireland. It’s after the Trinity College provost told the MacGill Summer School at the weekend that university life is being ‘eroded’ as a result of the housing crisis. Many students are facing a battle to secure …
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Strabane and Derry was hit badly by flooding on Saturday night. Many homes and businesses were flooded in Strabane town centre while in Derry a number of roads were impassable with six people having to be rescued across the city and district. Hayley Devine’s father’s home was destroyed by flooding last August in the Ballycolman …
Pensioners home devastated by flooding once again in Strabane Read More »
Donegal will host a major European Youth Conference at the end of next month. The event at the ATU Donegal Campus in Letterkenny will bring together over 100 young people, politicians and civil activists to discuss how to shape a more democratic and sustainable Europe. The Assembly of European Regions Summer Academy will take place …
Approval has been granted by Donegal County Council to progress the Lifford to Castlefinn Greenway. The development is part of the North West Greenway initiative. Three crossings will be included on the route at Lifford, Ballylast School and Castlefinn. Cathaoirleach of the Lifford Stranorlar Municipal District, Councillor Patrick McGowan says the Greenway facilitates welcomed direct …
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Works that were to have been carried out on the High Road in Letterkenny have been postponed. Following a meeting between Irish Water and the Letterkenny Chamber it was confirmed that the works will now be carried out in January. A number of local businesses had expressed grave concern at the short notice that had …
HELPLINE NUMBER – 0818 607 080 Clean-up operations are continuing across the North West today after flash flooding at the weekend caused significant damage. Roads and bridges in East Inishowen were worst affected in Donegal, while in Derry and Strabane, six people had to be rescued with many areas affected by flooding. Cllr Martin Farren …
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The PRO of the Mica Action Group believes the President has missed an opportunity to exercise his power and make a difference for Mica homeowners. The Defective Concrete Blocks Bill was officially signed into law by President Michael D Higgins over the weekend. Michael Doherty says the lack of action from the President is disappointing:
Funding has been approved for a new gteic digital hub on Tory Island. Údarás na Gaeltachta approved the monies at it’s monthly board meeting for the development adjacent to the island’s Community Centre. The project is being developed by the island’s Community Co-operative and will offer shared workspace available also as a community space and …
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Brendan Boyce produced a season’s best performance to finish in 25th in the 35-kilometre walk final at the World Athletic Championships. The Finn Valley man clocked a time of two hours, 33 minutes and 31 seconds. Brendan, who was competing in his 5th straight world championships, dropped down from the 50k to the shorter distance …
The public are being asked on World Drowning Prevention Day today, to heed water safety advice. Junior Minister for Transport Hildegarde Naughton says too many people have suffered from the personal tragedy of lives lost from drowning accidents. She’s teamed up with the Irish Coastguard in asking people to stay safe on the water – …
A group of Fine Gael TDs and Senators say farmers cannot continue to be blamed for the country’s carbon emissions. TDs John Paul Phelan, David Stanton, Charlie Flanagan and Paul Kehoe, and Senators John Cummins and Garret Ahearn, have issued a statement as government continues talks on carbon emission reductions this week. They say ‘finger …
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Irish hauliers are calling on the French and Irish Governments to help get our produce through to EU markets. It’s after 30 Irish trucks were caught up in a costly gridlock at Britain’s Port of Dover at the weekend. President of the Irish Road Haulage Association Eugene Drennan says delays like that cost time, money …
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Parts of the North West are still recovering from flash flooding which hit on Saturday night. In Inishowen, damage was caused to roads and bridges while a bridge parapet also collapsed. A number of people had to be rescued from their homes in Derry due to the high water levels while many parts of Strabane …
A status yellow thunderstorm warning is in place this evening for seven counties, including County Donegal. The warning is in place here, as well as in Monaghan, Leitrim, Sligo, Louth and Meath. It’s expected to lead to heavy rainfall which may cause spot flooding. The alert is in place until 8 o’clock tonight. Meanwhile in …
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The Termon Senior Ladies lifted the Division 1 Leaue title on Sunday afternoon at a rain soaked O’Donnell Park in Letterkenny. Tom Comack reports on their 1-1 to 1-3 victory over Glenfin:
A yellow weather warning for rain has been issued for Northern Ireland this afternoon, after flash flooding impacted several parts of Derry and Strabane last night. The Met Office say that there will be heavy showers and longer spells of rain today, with some thunderstorms. They advise that it’s likely to cause additional travel disruption …
A second Covid-19 booster vaccine will be rolled out this Autumn for 50 to 64 year-olds and healthcare workers. NIAC’s also recommended a second booster for pregnant women and 12 to 49 year-olds with an underlying medical condition. There’ll be a first booster jab for 5-11 year olds who are immunocompromised, and those aged 65 …
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Police in Derry say that a fifteenth man has been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation following a parade in the city on Monday the 18th of April. A 28 year-old man was arrested under the Terrorism Act yesterday. He has since been released pending a report to the Public Prosecution Service. Of the …
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Police in Strabane say they have charged a 46-year-old woman, after it’s alleged she tried to drunkenly drive off in an ambulance. The incident occurred in the Bridge Terrace area of Strabane yesterday. Police have charged her with being in charge with excess alcohol in breath, and taking a motor vehicle without authority. She is …
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The Minister for Agriculture has described talks around carbon reduction targets as ‘productive’. Negotiations between Minister Charlie McConalogue, and the Environment Minister, Eamon Ryan, are ongoing as the government tries to finalise its emission targets. The Climate Action Plan sets out targets of between 22 and 30 percent for the agriculture sector. Minister Ryan, wants …
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The revised mica redress scheme has been signed into law by the President. President Higgins signed off on the Remediation of Dwellings Damaged by the Use of Defective Concrete Blocks Bill 2022 yesterday evening. The updated scheme offers an increased cost cap – but has faced harsh criticism from homeowners, with foundations as well as …
At least six people have been rescued following flooding in the North West last night. The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service says one person was rescued from a vehicle, while five others were rescued from flooded properties. The service received a total of 106 calls relating to bad weather, while 49 incidents were responded …
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Motorists are being advised to take extreme caution when travelling in the Derry and Strabane areas today due to heavy flooding in parts. In a statement, Police say that there are a number of roads flooded and currently impassable, and they have urged road users to please follow road signs, slow down and think about …
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Heavy rain has caused significant disruption in the North West this evening. Damage has been caused to roads and bridges in East Inishowen. There is significant debris on the main Muff to Moville road as a result of the rain. The parapet at the bridge north of the Red Castle Hotel has collapsed and temporary …
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Naomh Muire Lower Rosses won the Division 3 League play-off in Dungloe by overcoming Na Rossa by 0-16 to 2-6. They led by 0-8 to 1-1 at half time. Elsewhere, in the Division 3B Reserve Final it finished all square between Burt and Naomh Muire Lower Rosses, 4-5 to 3-8. Earlier today, Naomh Conaill won …
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Donegal are through to the Buncrana Cup Final. In the semi-final of this under-16 competition, they defeated Monaghan in Clones on a scoreline of 2-13 to 3-7. Daniel Browne and Jack Hegarty scored the goals for Donegal.
The World Athletics Championship draw to a close this weekend in Oregan in the United States. Highland’s athletics’ correspondent Patsy McGonagle has been reflecting on the performances of Donegal’s Mark English (pictured), and the continued progression of John Kelly as well as talking about the challenges facing Brendan Boyce as he adapts to the new …
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Glenswilly have been relegated from the Brian McCormick Division 1 of the All-County League. In their relegation play-off against Killybegs at Davy Brennan Memorial Park in Glenties, they were beaten narrowly beaten 0-10 to 0-9. This results means that Killybegs retain their top flight status.
New laws to help prosecute illegal dumping are due to come into force in the autumn. The new rules will allow local authorities to use CCTV footage as evidence to convict someone of illegal dumping. A new code of practice is being put together, under the Circular Economy Act which was signed into law by …
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Motorists are being urged to book their NCT early, as demand pushes wait times into next year. An Irish Independent survey found the earliest some people can book an appointment is January 2023. Figures revealed Dublin, Cavan, Kildare and Louth were among some of the longest wait times in the country. In Donegal the earliest …
The Donegal Mountain Rescue Team says an operation this week highlighted the importance of planning ahead when setting off hiking. The rescue service was tasked on Tuesday after two walkers who had began their pursuit at Glenveagh failed to return at a designated time. On Tuesday, DMRT were tasked at 8:42pm by Gardai in Galway …
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A motorist was taken to hospital last evening following a crash outside Letterkenny. Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of the two vehicle collision at Listillon shortly before 5pm. One of the drivers was taken to Letterkenny University Hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries.
Concerns have been raised among farming communities as TB herd incidence rate has reached the highest level since 2019. The number of affected cattle removed in the last 12 months in the North now sits at 14632. This is an increase of 1425 in the same period last year. Ulster Farmers Union Animal Health and …
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A South Donegal Deputy says common sense has prevailed with AIB reversing its decision to make 70 branches cashless, including six in Donegal. The bank announced yesterday that all branches would now retain cash and cheque services. Deputy Marc McSharry says it was vital AIB changed its mind on moving to cashless branches:
An organisation which supports elderly people has called on the government to increase benefits or some pensioners will go hungry this winter. ALONE is urging the Government to implement changes for older people in Budget 2023, primarily a minimum €20 increase of €20 to the State Pension for this year and 2024. They have also …
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Lough Swilly RNLI are warning people to be careful where you park this weekend while visiting Buncrana pier and Ned’s Point. The popular attractions are also the lifeboats launching area and it is essential that the RNLI can access the area quickly in the case of an emergency. The public are being urged to be …
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The Loughs Agency says these migratory species of salmon, also known as ‘humpback’ salmon, are native to river systems in the northern Pacific Ocean, but populations appearing in Europe are believed to have originated from stocking programmes in Russia in the latter stages of the 20th century. In 2019, the species was spotted in the …
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AIB’s decision to scrap plans to make 70 branches cashless, six of them in Donegal has been branded as a real victory for people power. The bank announced the u-turn earlier today following public backlash over the move, which was widely condemned. In a statement, the bank says it recognises ‘the customer and public unease …
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Hoteliers have insisted they are not the long term solution for housing refugees. It comes as the government has made an appeal for hotel owners to take in more Ukrainian refugees amid an influx of arrivals. The Irish Hotels Federation estimates around 8 per cent of beds nationally are contracted to the government. Hotel …
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The ‘Derelict in Donegal and Beyond’ conference, being run by Letterkenny Tidy Towns and the Letterkenny Cathedral Quarter Group is now underway. Events are also taking place to mark the Church Lane’s success in the Historic Towns Initiative. Gerard McCormick of Letterkenny Tidy Towns and Donnan Harvey of the Cathedral Quarter Group have been speaking …
AIB has scrapped its plans to make 70 branches cashless. The announcement earlier this week included the the removal of cash and cheque services from branches in Ballybofey, Ballyshannon, Buncrana, Carndonagh, Dungloe and Killybegs. In a statement, the bank says it recognises ‘the customer and public unease that this has caused’. It says it will …
The Junior Housing Minister has pledged that the terms of the new Defective Blocks Scheme will be changed if the technical evidence suggests that needs to happen. Speaking in Letterkenny this morning, Minister Peter Burke said the government’s priority is to get the scheme up and running. Once that happens, he said, issues such as …
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A urgent meeting is being sought with the Health Minister to discuss a serious lack of resources for type 1 diabetics in Donegal. Currently, there is no endocrinologist in the North West to care for patients – over 150 of whom in Donegal are children. Paul Gillespie, PRO of the Donegal Diabetes Association is calling …
Health Minister urged to address lack of diabetic care in NW Read More »
Gardai in Donegal are appealing to motorists to avoid parking in disabled parking bays unless authorised to do so. Disabled parking bays they say are limited and if occupied by motorists without a valid permit are denying those most in need. Drivers detected in a disabled parking pay without a valid permit will be liable …
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A senior executive at TSC in Letterkenny says the company wants to establish itself as one of the top IT companies in the country. Speaking on Highland Radio’s ‘Business Matters’ podcast, Strategic Initiatives Director Gerard Grant said the Donegal operation will be a key element of that process. He was one of the team of …
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Almost one in three front line workers have yet to receive the €1,000 pandemic bonus. By July 8th, figures show over 68,000 had received their payment. Health Minister Stephen Donnelly, said last month the delay was down to prolonged discussions between parties. Fianna Fáil TD Éamon Ó Cuív, says workers deserve to have their payment …
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