Bob Geldof is considering running for President, as the race begins to gain speed. He’s considering seeking the support of local councils to run as an independent. Former Dublin football manager Jim Gavin is the preferred Fianna Fáil candidate for the Áras. It was only during a phone call with party leader Micheal Martin that […]
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A multi agency group meeting is taking place in Belfast this morning aiming to find a solution to attacks and intimidation on Catholic and ethnic minority families. Police are continuing to investigate a spate of attacks in areas in north Belfast and the seaside town of Donaghadee which have resulted in families moving out of
Uisce Eireann says valve installation works in Letterkenny may cause supply disruptions in Ballymacool and surrounding areas today. Works are scheduled to take place from 9am until 2pm.
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Tourism Ireland is launching a new campaign to attract overseas visitors. Thousands of potential holidaymakers have been surveyed, to find out what they want and expect from an Irish holiday. Participants from eight different countries took part. Head of Tourism Ireland Alice Manseragh says they’ve learnt a lot about peoples’ tastes and needs……..
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The Trade Union Forsa says parents, school-staff, students and communities are rallying behind caretakers and secretaries, as they continue strike action for a 4th day. Yesterday, striking members gathered outside schools across the country. Today they will be holding pickets outside a number of local TD’s constituency offices from 11am, including one outside the office
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Malin Bridge will be closed today and tomorrow to facilitate essential road maintenance. The R242 is closed from 7am until 6pm on both days. Motorists are advised that local diversions will be in place via the R243 and R238.
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Main Evening News, Sport and Obituaries – Monday, September 1st:
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Sean Kelly has withdrawn his name from the race to be the Fine Gael Presidential candidate. The move means Heather Humphreys will contest the election for the party. Sean Kelly had said he believed a contest for the Presidential nomination within Fine Gael would be good for the party, after coronations for Simon Harris and
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Donegal has been ranked as the 5th best county in Ireland to start a business. New research carried out by business utility consultants Procure.ie analysed property availability, job vacancies, salaries, and disposable income. The study showed Donegal performing particularly well in terms of high availability of commercial properties to buy, suggesting that Donegal provides strong
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Injury has been escaped following a two vehicle collision this morning between Stranorlar and Kilross. It happened at around 11:40 am in Tyrcallen, involving a truck and a van. Local reports say that traffic has been slow-moving as a result.
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Sinn Féin is “nearly there” in deciding who to back for the presidential election. It comes as Fianna Fáil considers backing Jim Gavin – with Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan the latest Cabinet minister to endorse the former GAA manager. Sinn Fein leader Mary-Lou McDonald declined to comment on Mr Gavin’s prospects, saying “it’s a matter
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The Nine ’til Noon Show – Weekday’s 9am to 12noon Magazine type mid morning chat show which aims to inform and entertain listeners and to platform their views and issues: WE are live to the picket line in Malin as secretaries and caretakers continue their action in pursuit of public service pensions and entitlements
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The UK Government is reminding people that the Emergency Alert system will be tested this Sunday at 3pm. It means that compatible devices will vibrate and make a loud siren-like sound, even if it’s set on silent. It will then read the alert aloud and include a link to the gov.uk website for more information.
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A public meeting is to take place on Wednesday evening following severe traffic delays in Letterkenny with students returning to school last week. Mary T Sweeney of Aontú says Donegal County Council must listen and adopt a better planning approach. The community meeting gets underway at 7:30 pm beside the Hideout Bar on Oldtown Road.
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A Donegal driver has been caught as part of an Garda Siochana’s National Slow Down Day. A motorist in Bundoran was clocked travelling at 79km/h in a 60 km/h zone. 79km/h in a 60km/h Zone on the R267 in Bundoran. The operation will target dangerous driving, reminding motorists that speeding endangers lives and increases the
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A number of off-road bikes and a quad have been reported as stolen in a burglary at commercial premises on Melmount Road in Sion Mills. While the incident was reported to police just before 6pm yesterday, it’s believed the theft occurred sometime over the weekend, possibly during Saturday evening into yesterday morning. In total, five
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Uisce Eireann says hydrant repair works in Killygordon today may cause supply disruptions to Dromore Park and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place until 4 o’clock this afternoon. Works are scheduled to take place until 4 o’clock this afternoon. Meanwhile, mains repair works in Carndonagh may cause supply disruptions at Tulnaree and surrounding
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School secretaries and caretakers will continue their strike action for a third day today, with pickets outside several schools in Donegal. Forsa says it’s due to the failure of the Government to engage over the weekend in the dispute over pensions. The union says there is no Workplace Relations Commission process and no
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Foyle MP Colum Eastwood has ruled himself out of the race for the Áras. The BBC reports that the former SDLP Leader had considered entering his name in the ring, but ultimately has not, concluding it is not the right time for him. Earlier in the summer, the MP said he had concerns that Irish
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A 38-year-old man, arrested in Strabane yesterday, has been charged to court for assault on police. He was arrested in the Railway Street area and is also facing charges of disorderly behaviour. He is expected to appear before Strabane Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, 25th September. Meanwhile, the 25-year-old man who was arrested by detectives in
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Police searching for a 15-year-old missing from Derry say they are concerned. Whitney McDonagh was last seen in the Culmore area of the city at approximately 9:30 pm on Saturday. It is believed she was going into the city centre. Whitney was last seen wearing a royal blue jumper, light bleached jeans, and high-top Converse
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Gardaí and the RSA, are launching a nationwide 24-hour speed enforcement plan today. It marks National Slow Down Day, with gardaí out in force until midnight tonight. The operation aims to curb speed-related collisions and raise awareness of road safety as schools reopen across the country. Gardaí, will target dangerous driving, reminding motorists that speeding
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School secretaries and caretakers are to strike outside schools across the country again today, a number of them in Donegal. They’re disappointed over a lack of Government engagement over the weekend as they continue their action for a third day. Their union wants them to get equal treatment and pension inclusion in schools. Fórsa Head
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Met Éireann has released its storm names for the upcoming storm season. The Irish storms have been named as Bram, Fionnuala, Gerard, Kasia, Marty, Patrick and Tadhg. More than 10,000 names were received by Met Éireann from members of the public following a social media campaign. Meteorologist with Met Éireann, Aoife Kealy, says over 4,000
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The argument that the UK cannot withdraw from the European Convention on Human Rights because of its commitments under the Good Friday Agreement is being dismissed as entirely groundless. That’s according to the authors of a paper from the Policy Exchange. In a speech last week to launch Reform UK’s plans to tackle illegal migration,
A garda investigation has been launched into a threat made against the Tánaiste Simon Harris and his family. The threat was made on social media. The investigation is being led by Gardaí from Wicklow and specialist units, including the National Cyber Crime Bureau and the Special Detective Unit. Gardaí say they are treating the threat
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The funeral of former Finn Harps manager Ollie Horgan will be taking place this afternoon in Galway. Ollie passed away on Thursday at the age of 57 after an illness. His Requiem Mass will take place at the Church of Christ the King, Salthill at 12 noon. He will be laid to rest in Rahoon
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Mains repair works may cause supply disruptions to Lower Main Street, Letterkenny and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place from 9am until 1pm today. Uisce Eireann recommends that those affected allow 3-4 hours after the estimated restoration time for supply to fully return.
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Buncrana Tidy Towns say they are halting their street cleaning operations in protest at the reduction of sweeps for the Main Street. They lost access to their street sweeper after an increase in costs from a private company left them unable to afford it. In a statement on social media, Buncrana Tidy Towns says they
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A man in his 40s has died following a two vehicle crash in Drogheda in County Louth on Friday. The collision at John Street happened shortly before 7.10 on Friday morning. The motorcyclist was taken to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital suffering from critical injuries, where he passed away today.
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There were a number of flight diversions at Dublin Airport this afternoon. Strong cross winds meant some could not land, with nine diverted to Shannon and Birmingham. A spokesperson says they are now returning to Dublin, as winds begin to ease this evening. Passengers are being urged to check with their airlines for any possible
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Over 600 homes, farms and businesses have been left without power in Kilmacrenan this afternoon. Power is expected to return at 8pm this evening. ESB say they apologise for the loss of supply and are working to repair the fault as quickly as possible.
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The FAI says it refutes allegations made in a legal case by former women’s manager Eileen Gleeson, insisting it has invested heavily in women’s and girls’ football. Gleeson claims the women’s team was consistently underfunded compared with the men. It’s alleged she had to step in to provide security for players after repeated safety concerns
Police in Strabane are appealing for witnesses after three police vehicles were damaged in the early hours of this morning. An officer was also assaulted during the incident. Officers were in attendance at an altercation between several men in the Railway Street area at around 2 a.m this morning. While attempting to break up the
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Detectives are appealing for information and witnesses following a report of an aggravated burglary in which two people were assaulted in Derry this morning. It was reported that at approximately 1:55am, two men armed with knives forced entry to a house in the London Street area. The two occupants were assaulted and significant criminal damage
The Ambassador of Ireland to Germany has raised concerns with authorities over footage of an Irish person being hit in the face by police. Kitty O’Brien was attending a Palestine Solidarity rally in Berlin when the incident occurred on Thursday. The Department of Foreign Affairs says it’s aware of the incident, has conveyed concerns and
A man has been hospitalised following a road traffic collision in Ballybofey yesterday. The two-vehicle crash occurred in Drumboe at approximately 5.30pm. Emergency services attended the scene and a man in his 50s was taken to hospital to be treated for non-life-threatening injuries. Gardaí say enquiries are ongoing.
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Jim Gavin looks like he has the backing of Fianna Fáil party HQ in a bid to make him Ireland’s next President. The former Dublin football manager has been endorsed by Higher Education Minister James Lawless, and Public Expenditure Minister Jack Chambers. MEP Billy Kelleher has also confirmed his intention to seek a nomination and
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Figures published by the Central Statistics Office show that birth rates fell and death rates rose slightly in Donegal during the first quarter of 2025. There were 40 more boys than girls born between January and the end March, while 45 more men than women died. In the first three months of this year, there
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A new countywide STEAM training initiative aimed at empowering young people through cross-community learning and digital innovation has been launched in Donegal. TRASNACH, is being run by Spraoi agus Spórt, in partnership with Donegal County Council, and focuses on developing skills in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics while fostering inclusion, diversity, and cross-cultural understanding.
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A protest is to get underway in Ramelton today after a closure notice was issued by Donegal County Council to a local food van. Johnny’s Ranch was served an order to close last week, which outlined that the business had three weeks to wrap up service. The decision has been met with widespread backlash from
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Main Evening News, Sport, Nuacht and Obituaries – Friday, August 29th:
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Uisce Eireann says repairs to a burst water main may cause supply disruptions in Buncrana and surrounding areas this evening. Works are scheduled to take place until 8:15 tonight.
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School secretaries and caretakers say it’s time to look after themselves, as they participate in indefinite strike action. Forsa members are calling for the same pension and entitlements as teachers and SNAs. A number of protests have been taking place across the country, including one in Sligo, attended by a number of striking workers from
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There’s been a 15% increase in the number of people homeless in Donegal. Latest figures from the Department of Housing show the number of children without a home in the North West is also up. In July, 16,058 people were registered as homeless across the country, 188 of them were in the North West. That
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Donegal County Council has paid tribute to the late Ollie Horgan. The former Finn Harps and Fanad United manager passed away yesterday at the age of 57. The Council on behalf of Elected Members and staff, has extended its deepest sympathies to Ollie’s family, friends, colleagues, and to all of his players and fans throughout
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Police in Omagh are appealing for information following the theft of livestock this week in the vicinity of Camlough Road, Sixmilecross. Sometime between Monday and today, a number of bullocks, including Angus, Friesian and Charolais breeds estimated to be worth approximately £20,000 to £30,000, were stolen from a property. Police believe it would have taken
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Our Friday Panel is Thomas Pringle, Kathy Donaghey and Fionán Bradley – topics include the race for President, Irish troops being pull from the Lebanon and wider issues in the Middle East. We also ask if we are becoming a less caring and respectful people: After your comments, we pay tribute to Ollie Horgan who
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Labour Cllr Martin Farren says he believes his party should not have backed Catherine Connolly in her presidential bid. It comes after former Labour leader Alan Kelly revealed he won’t be supporting the independent Deputy. The Inishowen Cllr says the decision was rushed and lacked consultation with party members. Ultimately, Cllr Farren says he is
Midlands Northwest MEP Ciaran Mullooly has submitted a list of questions to the European Commission in relation to the infringement procedure against Ireland relating to defective concrete block crisis. MEP Mullooly visited a number of affected homes in Donegal this week on the invitation of 100% Redress councillors Ali Farren and Joy Beard. In a
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