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Refinements works to be carried out on Polestar this Monday

Further works are planned to take place at the Polestar Roundabout to improve the phasing of lights and address issues that have been encountered since their introduction. Works are due to commence on Monday. It hoped that traffic flow will be optimised as well as having safe pedestrian and cyclist crossings implemented. It is possible […]

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Further progress in connecting Donegal with National Broadband Plan

2,906 Donegal homes, farms and businesses in the Carndonagh deployment area have recently completed engineering surveying works under the National Broadband Plan. This includes Culdaff, Dunaff, Malin and Glentogher and will lead to the next stage of the plan – the deploying fibre on poles and ducts. The work will involve the erection of poles,

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Motion to come before SF Ard Fheis calling on party to deliver 100% redress if in Government

A motion is to be brought before Sinn Féin’s Ard Fheis to call on the party to deliver 100% Redress for homeowners affected by the defective block crisis if in Government after the next election. The party’s Buncrana based cumann agreed the move ahead of the event next week. Councillor Jack Murray says he and

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New campaign launched to tackle dog fouling in Derry and Strabane

A new campaign to tackle dog fouling in the Derry City and Strabane District area has been launched. Councillor Lilian Seenoi Barr is calling on Derry City and Strabane District Council to collaborate with organisations such as; Dogs Trust NI to launch a comprehensive educational campaign as well as the adoption of a campaign in

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2023 potato harvest ‘rapidly turning into salvage operation’ – IFA

The Irish Farmers’ Association says this year’s potato harvest is the worst in recent memory, which is rapidly turning into a salvage operation. It says around 60 percent of this year’s crop remains to be harvested, and adds “sizeable losses have occurred already and are likely substantially increase.” IFA National Potato Committee Chair, Seán Ryan,

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HSE apologises over comments made about Donegal child with Down Syndrome

The HSE has issued an apology to a Donegal child who has Down Syndrome and their family after comments made by a healthcare professional. Donal, the child’s father speaking to the Nine til Noon Show earlier this week claimed he was told that ‘children with Down Syndrome learn differently and they can be quite lazy’.

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No non compliances for Donegal disability centre in HIQA inspection

A HIQA report has been published today surrounding an unannounced inspection of a centre for adults with disabilities in Donegal. The Riverside centre had four residence in attendance on the days of inspection in July of this year. No-non compliances were noted. Five substantial compliances were noted. This was in the areas of governance and

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Petition gaining traction to see Bonagee link bridge

A petition has been set up calling for the Bonagee Link in Letterkenny to finally get off the ground. Pauric Shevlin says the protracted wait for the Bonagee Link Bridge has had a substantial and detrimental impact on Letterkenny’s economic prospects, and the broader region of Donegal. There’s hopes the Bonagee Link could alleviate the

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It’s not about political football – MEP Markey responds to calls for government apology

MEP Luke Ming Flanagan has called out Fine Geal MEPs who failed to apologise to homeowners affected by defective blocks during a visit to the county from a European delegate. When speaking to Donal Kavanagh on this morning’s Nine ’til Noon show, the statement was put to MEP Colm Markey. In his response he said

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Luke ‘Ming’ Flanaghan calls for government apology

A Midlands-North West MEP has called for an apology to homeowners affected by defective blocks from his government party counter parts. It comes following a visit from European politicians to the county, to witness first hand the impact that defective blocks have had on such families. MEP Luke Ming Flanaghan said he feels people should

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Disappointment as foreshore licence delays Uisce Éireann works

The Cathoirleach of Glenties Municipal District left yesterdays meeting with Uisce Eireann feeling disappointed. Cllr. Micheal McClafferty says the lack of progress is was what annoyed him the most. When discussing the slow progress of work at the Falcarragh Treatment Plant, Cllr. McClafferty was told that the Foreshore Licence was the issue. He says he

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New conservation areas are a ‘slap in the face’ – KFO

The head of a large group representing fishermen says the lack of consultation over new conservation areas is a ‘slap in the face’. The Killybegs Fishermen’s Organisation has hit out at Minister of State Malcolm Noonan, accusing him of acting in an “autocratic fashion”. Three new proposed marine conservation areas off Ireland’s south and western

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Uisce Éireann criticised for lack of translation service at Glenties Councillors meeting

A Donegal County Councillor has hit out at Uisce Eireann after they were prohibited from raising local issues with the utility due to the absence of a translator. Councillor Micheal Choilm MacGiolla Easbuig was attending a meeting with Uisce Eireann yesterday. However, he was told that he should due to the lack of a translation

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Donegal businesses urged to show commitment to combat food waste

Businesses in Donegal can show their commitment to combat food waste with the Food Waste Charter. EPA figures show that almost two thirds of food waste comes from businesses. One third of all food produced for human consumption is wasted generating up to 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Reducing food waste is an important

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PSNI appeal for information following a robbery report in Derry

The PSNI are appealing for information regarding a robbery in Derry. Police received a report of a robbery involving a delivery van in the Lecky Road area of the city. The report was received just before 10.30am this morning. Detective Sergeant Ballentine said that the investigation is at an early stage. An update is expected

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Road gritting to take place tonight in Donegal

Donegal routes are to be gritted from 9pm tonight. The council asks that people assume no road is ice free. The following routes are to be gritted tonight. National Primary North, National Primary Central, National Primary South, Binswilly, Stranorlar North, Stranorlar East and West, Donegal West, Donegal North, Donegal South, Donegal National Secondary. Further information

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Gardaí investigate suspected criminal damage caused by fire incident in Donegal Town

Gardaí are investigating a suspected criminal damage by fire incident that occurred at a premises in Donegal town at approximately 8pm yesterday. The fire was extinguished by local fire services. The premises was unoccupied at the time. Extensive damage was caused to the interior of the building. The scene is being preserved for a technical

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Gardaí warn of multiple child deaths in Donegal following incident of underage tractor driving

Gardaí have warned of multiple deaths which occurred after children were driving tractors. This year alone, It emerged yesterday that children as young as 12 have been caught driving tractors during a local tractor run in West Donegal over the weekend. Garda Niall Maguire told Donal Kavanagh on this morning’s Nine ’til Noon Show of

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Supply disruptions affecting Buncrana and surrounding areas

Valve failure may cause supply disruptions to Sleadrin, Backhill, Buncrana and surrounding areas in Co. Donegal. A traffic management plan will be in place for the duration of the works. Works are scheduled to take place until 3pm today. The council recommends that you allow 2-3 hours after the estimated restoration time for your supply

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Acute bed pressure along western seaboard – IMNO

Irish hospitals could be in for a tough winter if something isn’t done to alleviate overcrowding. The Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation yesterday revealed 10-thousand 538 people, including 273 children, were admitted to hospital without a bed in October. It flagged “acute pressure along the western seaboard” and said its members are “not assured that

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Donegal Minister travelling to South Korea in trade mission

The Taoiseach and three Government Ministers are travelling to South Korea this week for a trade mission. Leo Varadkar, Simon Coveney, Charlie McConalogue and Simon Harris are heading east for talks with President Yoon Suk Yeol. The mission runs through Thursday and Friday with the aim of strengthening trade, investment and education links. Leo Varadkar

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Cathaoirleach calls for plan to tackle tourist accommodation shortages

The Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council says a plan needs to be put in place to deal with tourist accommodation shortages in the county. Over half of hotel rooms are currently occupied by Ukrainian refugees. Councillor Martin Harley says many of the small businesses in Donegal are being severely impacted by the lack of tourists

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Derry and Letterkenny Chambers to host cross-border energy conference

A cross-border conference will be held in Derry to discuss the future of Ireland’s energy. The aim of the conference is to discuss what local businesses in the North West can do to address the challenges of rising energy costs and opportunities for investment within the framework of a sustainable energy sector. The Derry and

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