It’s a trip to Dalymount Park for the Candystripes this evening (Friday), ahead of their European journey which gets under way against FC Riga at the Brandywell next Thursday night. Manager Ruaidhri Higgins will be keen to build on last Friday’s win at UCD and is well aware that the Foylesiders have a more than …
Finn Harps play host to SSE Airtricity League leader Shamrock Rovers at Finn Park this evening. Kick-off is 8.00 pm. Ollie Horgan knows his side will have a battle on its hands, but they will be spurred on by their fightback against Drogheda United last week when they came from 2-0 down to draw 2-2. …
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It’s been revealed that one in every 13 patients walked away from an emergency department in May, without completing their treatment. Throughout the country, over 9,700 people didn’t wait to finish their treatment in EDs in May. Sinn Féin’s health spokesman, David Cullinane, says many people abandon their visits because of long delays…
Athletics Ireland has confirmed the selection of 11 individual athletes, and the Mixed 4x400m Relay Team for the upcoming World Athletics Championships to be held in Eugene, Oregon from the 15th to the 24th July. The team includes Mark English of Finn Valley AC who will compete in the men’s 800 metres, while his fellow …
Mark English and Brendan Boyce selected for World Championships in Oregan Read More »
From today, parents can avail of seven weeks paid Parents Leave and Benefit, as part of steps introduced by Social Protection Minister Heather Humphreys and Children’s Minister Roderic O’Gorman. The measures will see the number of weeks parents can take time off work with financial support from the State increase from five weeks to seven. …
Paid Parents Leave and Benefit extended to seven weeks Read More »
Some Fianna Fáil TDs will call for significant increases in social welfare payments at a crunch meeting this morning. The parliamentary party is holding a special meeting in Dublin about the cost-of-living crisis. They’ll finalise their priorities for the Budget, which Junior Minister Niall Collins believes will take place in October, as usual. He’s promising …
Fianna Fail TDs to discuss welfare increases at party meeting this morning Read More »
Top public servants earning over 150,000 euro a year will get pay rises of up to 15 per cent today. It affects 4,000 people, including judges and hospital consultants. It’s the last phase of the reversal of pay cuts from the economic crash. Sinn Féin’s public expenditure spokesperson, Mairead Farrell, says it comes during a …
15 percent pay rise for public servants earning over €150,000 goes ahead Read More »
Dr Tony Holohan will retire from his role as Chief Medical Officer today. He was due to begin a secondment at Trinity College Dublin, but that was scrapped after a controversy over the payment arrangement. Instead he’ll completely step down today as CMO, which has a salary of 187,000 euro a year. Junior Health Minister, …
Lisa McGee is officially to become the first woman to receive the Freedom of the City of Derry. Derry and Strabane District councillors have unanimously voted to make the ‘Derry Girls’ creator the first woman to receive the honour. Councillors voted in favour of the move at a meeting of Derry City and Strabane District …
“Derry Girls” creator to be first woman given freedom of Derry City Read More »
A Fine Gael deputy has admitted his Government colleagues got it wrong when the sliding scale was introduced to the mica redress scheme last year. Donegal Deputy Joe McHugh was speaking in a debate about the revised defective blocks bill yesterday, where he had pointed criticism for the previous scheme, calling it “plain and simply …
Previous redress scheme was “plain and simply wrong” – McHugh Read More »
A Donegal Deputy has pleaded with the Government to get the defective blocks scheme right this time. Sinn Fein’s Padraig MacLochlainn called on the Housing Minister to address a number of issues with the new redress bill, such as foundations not being included, as well as there being no capacity in the scheme to increase …
The main evening news, sport, farming news and obituary notices on Thursday, June 30th….
These distinctive blue and yellow GAA shorts featured in the series launched a thousand fan memes, had Gucci designing imitation pairs for sale, and profiled the sport of gaelic football to Hollywood and beyond. The shorts are also, of course, in the blue and yellow colours of Roscommon, Clare, Tipperary and Ukraine. Normal People …
Normal People Connell’s GAA Shorts Under The Hammer For Ukranian Filmmakers Read More »
John was joined by writer-performer Michelle Read about her latest work ‘On a House Like Fire’ A lyrical mother-daughter story set to a gently immersive score and told through glimpses of memorabilia and fragments of memory. In this nostalgic, funny and moving show writer-performer Michelle Read has collaborated with composer Brian Keegan to create a …
Around the Northwest with John Breslin | Michelle Read ‘On a House Like a Fire’ Read More »
The CEO of the Mental Health Commission says that patients in areas such as Donegal are being deprived of the best mental health care. This follows the Commission’s annual report that was published today, that show patients are often given a better standard of care in private facilities compared to public ones. Speaking on today’s …
Donegal suffering due to lack of private mental health beds – Commission CEO Read More »
Saolta say that some visiting restrictions are in place at Letterkenny University Hospital, as the Covid outbreak there continues. In a statement, they said the hospital continues to be severely impacted by Covid-19, and that 40 patients on wards currently have the virus. As a result, some visiting restrictions have been reimposed at LUH, with …
40 Covid cases at LUH as visiting restrictions reimposed Read More »
The Minister for Housing has defended the Government’s response to the mica crisis. Minister Darragh O’Brien addressed the Dail this afternoon as the Government’s revised defective blocks bill entered the second stage. In a joint statement, homeowners in Donegal as well as Sligo, Mayo, Clare and Limerick say the Government has “…broken all parliamentary process …
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Donegal’s very own Michelin TV chef, Kwanghi Chan has recently announced his role as campaign ambassador for the first year of Bord Bia’s three year EU and industry funded campaign, Life is Better with Fruit & Vegetables. The campaign is largely focused on encouraging millennials to prepare healthy meals and live a healthier lifestyle, …
It seems a number of Glastonbury festival goers have gotten more than the bargained from the weekend. A fair number have shared their positive COVID test on social media platforms after the event. 200,000 people were in Somerset to watch Billie Eilish, Sir Paul McCartney and Kendrick Lamar.
The Government’s revised Mica and defective blocks redress bill is set to be debated in the Dail this afternoon. The bill is in its second stage, with representations to be made by Government and opposition. In a joint statement before the Dail debate today, homeowners in Donegal, Sligo, Mayo, Clare and Limerick claimed the government …
Revised Mica bill to be debated in Dail this afternoon Read More »
A child’s education should be a cherished right. That’s according to Donegal Deputy Pearse Doherty who told the Tanaiste that for many parents, the price of education is a cause of concern and anxiety. He says that back to school costs are only adding to the pressure families are facing – mentioning one mother who …
Further calls for emergency budget as back-to-school costs reach €1,500 Read More »
The Cathaoirleach of Letterkenny Municipal District Donal Mandy Kelly says the two month delay to major roadworks in the town is worrying but out of council’s control. The completion of roadworks at the four lanes road between the polestar and Dry Arch roundabouts have been delayed by eight to ten weeks, until November. The roadworks …
Two people have been rescued after their boat suffered mechanical issues off Malin Head in the early hours of this morning. Lough Swilly RNLI were tasked at 5.41am by the Malin Head Coast Guard to assist a fishing vessel 3 nautical miles off Malin Head. The boat with 2 people onboard had developed mechanical issues. …
Two people rescued after boat suffered mechanical issues off Malin Head Read More »
Composed and performed by the incredibly talented spoken word poet @felispeaks.‘Rainbow Blood’ will hold the attention of the country for 60 seconds. Supported by the Independent Broadcasters, her important words will be heard across practically every single Irish radio station.
A man with Down Syndrome who had to remain in hospital under delayed discharge due to a lack of funding for adequate care has moved to his new home. The man in his 50s had been offered a place in a nursing home under the Fair Deal Scheme but was unable to avail of the …
New home for man forced to live in hospital due to lack of supported accommodation Read More »
A shortage of teachers correcting Leaving and Junior Cert exams is going to put the State Examinations Commission in a difficult position, according to an education expert. The SEC has faced shortages of correctors this year, which has been cited as one of the reasons for the delay in this year’s Leaving Cert results being …
Shortage of exam correctors causing problems for SEC Read More »
The Taoiseach met US President Joe Biden in Madrid last night. Micheál Martin and President Biden agreed to speak again soon with the US leader expressing his fondness for Irish poets. The Taoiseach also spoke with Boris Johnson, Emmanuel Macron, Mario Draghi and other international leaders at the EuroAtlantic dinner.
A railway campaigner believes a cross border railway would be a massive gamechanger for the county. Consultant Richard Logue believes the rail network in Donegal could be easily reintroduced with a line from Letterkenny, to Derry and leading to Dublin. Speaking on today’s nine to noon show, he says the railway line would link Donegal …
36 percent of Domestic Waste Water Treatment Systems inspected in Donegal in 2021 failed inspections. They, which released it’s annual report today, revealed that 121 septic tanks were inspected by Donegal County Council in 2021. The failure rate shows that there are many systems that are a risk to people’s health and the environment. …
36% of inspected septic tanks in Donegal failed inspections Read More »
A Swiss technology company with a development centre in Letterkenny is creating around 30 new jobs. Travizory Border Security SA plans to add 30 staff in Letterkenny by 2024 to support their growing business. Travizory has opened an office in CoLab within the Atlantic Technological University campus, Letterkenny. Recruitment is already underway and a core …
30 new jobs announced at Letterkenny based technology company Read More »
Sinn Féin’s proposal for an emergency budget was defeated in the Dáil last night. The party called for urgent action on the cost-of-living crisis, but the government opposed the motion. The government won a counter-motion by 69 votes to 59, which said there’ll be a comprehensive package in October’s Budget. Sinn Féin TD Darren O’Rourke …
The government may build modular homes in the future to deal with our housing crisis. It was confirmed today that two thousand Ukrainian refugees are to be accommodated in newly built accommodation. The five hundred homes will be located in twenty different locations around the country. Minister O’Gorman says it will be decided at a …
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The focus of this year’s ‘Your Council Day’ will put the spotlight on climate action. Tomorrow, across social media, #YourCouncilDay will showcase the work of local authority employees who are working to make a difference to the lives of the people in the community. The vital work of Donegal County Council’s employees and the role …
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An Inishowen Councillor has called for a ‘redoubling of efforts’ to secure a premises for day care services in Carndonagh. The day hospital at Carndonagh Community Hospital remains closed as it is no longer suitable for the provision of day hospital services. The HSE says a premises has recently been found and a technical inspection …
Call for ‘redoubling of efforts’ to secure day care centre in Carndonagh Read More »
The non-jury Special Criminal Court will exist for at least another year, after a Dáil vote last night. It’s mainly used in gangland cases, and needs the annual approval of TDs to continue. Sinn Féin abstained in last night’s vote, after dropping its outright opposition to it last year. Donegal Deputy Thomas Pringle last night …
Main Evening News, Sport and Obituaries Wednesday June 29th:
Gardaí have confirmed that they responded to a report of an incident at Donegal County Council Buildings in Lifford earlier today. An incident is believed to have taken place this morning ahead of the scheduled Lifford Stranorlar Municipal District meeting. The sitting was subsequently adjourned. No arrests were made and Gardai say enquiries are ongoing.
From World War Two to COVID, Arnold’s Hotel in Dunfannaghy is celebrating 100 years in business. Now in it’s fourth generation, owner Aisling Arnold joins John Breslin on Around the Northwest to tell him about the hotel’s journey.
People will be put off coming to the country if businesses keep charging high prices, according to the Finance Minister. Paschal Donohue says those involved in price gouging will damage the tourism industry. It comes as hotel prices in the capital are almost 30 percent above the European average. Paul Brady from Donegal is …
High hotel prices will put people off coming to the country – Pascal Donohue Read More »
Details of a winter covid vaccine campaign is expected to emerge soon. 776 people are in hospital with the virus today, an increase of 25 on yesterday. There are 31 people being treated for the disease in ICU, up 3. Immunologist Professor Luke O Neill says studies have shown there’s a greater risk of re-infection …
Details of winter Covid-19 vaccine campaign expected to emerge soon Read More »
Detectives from the Terrorism Investigation Unit have arrested two 34 year old men under the Terrorism Act in the Shantallow and Galliagh areas of Derry this morning following searches of two residential properties. The men have been taken to the Serious Crime Suite at Musgrave Police Station in Belfast for interview. Detective Inspector Keith Wilson …
A 14 year old autistic child waited over 4 hours to be seen at Letterkenny University Hospital’s Emergency Department from the moment he took an epileptic seizure at home last night. After contacting emergency services, it took over an hour for an ambulance to arrive at Jack’s home. The family were told that delays of …
14 year old autistic child who suffered seizure waits over 1 hour for ambulance Read More »
Work is ongoing at Letterkenny University Hospital to increase capacity and staff working hours at the Oncology Day Unit. The HSE National Cancer Control Programme say they are aware of capacity issues within the unit at LUH after patient treatment targets were not met due to numerous factors, including capacity issues. A Business Case has …
Work ongoing to increase capacity at LUH Oncology Day Unit Read More »
Thirty-one cases of romance fraud, costing victims more than 800 thousand euro, were reported in Ireland in the first 5 months of the year. Gardaí are warning the public of romance fraud, particularly those who meet their partners on dating apps and social media. All cases bar one happened online, and the majority of victims …
Further public meetings are being hosted this week by the Defective Blocks Ireland group and Coleman Legal following an increase in homeowners coming forward. Over 700 affected homeowners have now joined the High Court action being represented by Coleman Legal. The meetings are being held on Friday at 7pm at the Mount Errigal Hotel, Letterkenny …
Coleman Legal holding further public meetings this week Read More »
The Manager of the Donegal Domestic Violence Service says legislation governing domestic abuse isn’t the issue but rather the implementation of it. Yesterday Justice Minister Helen McEntee announced that sentences for domestic abusers is set to double to 10 years as part of a €360m plan to tackle domestic, sexual and gender-based violence. Dr Marie …
Domestic abuse legislation isn’t issue but rather implementation – Dr Hainsworth Read More »
While it may come as no surprise to those living there, Dublin has been dubbed in the top 50 most expensive cities in which to live and work. It was ranked 49th in the Mercer Cost of Living Survey, ahead of other European cities such as Luxembourg and Rome. The most expensive city to live …
Dublin ranked in top 50 most expensive cities to live in Read More »
The GAA’s Central Competitions Control Committee will meet again on Thursday before deciding upon any punishments arising from the Galway-Armagh All Ireland senior football quarter-final. The C-C-C-C met yesterday to go through referee David Coldrick’s match report. They’ve written to the Meath official seeking clarification around the red cards shown to Galway captain Sean …
CCCC to meet again on Thursday before making decision Read More »
The funeral of a six-year-old girl who died following an incident at a swimming pool in Spain is to take place in Donegal this week. Emergency services were called to a hotel in Mallorca last Monday. Grace Mary Sweeney of Dunfanaghy was treated at the scene and transferred to a nearby hospital where she later …
Funeral taking place in Donegal of girl who died in Spanish pool incident Read More »
It’s emerged a man arrested with smuggling drugs to the man on trial for the murder of Danielle McLaughlin in Goa in 2017 is a prison officer. On Wednesday, Suraj Gawade was arrested for allegedly supplying contraband to Vikat Bhagat. A second man, Yogesh Pagi was arrested in recent days in connection with the smuggling …
Prison officer accused of smuggling drugs to Danielle McLaughlin murder suspect Read More »
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