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The “Donegal – It’s Ours/It’s Yours” has been launched. The initiative positions Donegal as one of Ireland’s best-kept secrets – and playfully highlights the locals’ attempts to keep this stunning county under wraps. The face of the campaign is social media star Eric Roberts. Spanning digital, PR, social, and VOD channels, the campaign is set

23-year-old Yousef Palani, of Markievicz Heights in Sligo, has received two life sentences for the murders of Aidan Moffitt and Michael Snee in Sligo last year. He also received a separate 20-year sentence for causing serious harm to Anthony Burke. The court heard Mr. Palani used dating apps to target gay men living alone in

Investigations are continuing in West Donegal into an alleged assault. Two men, both aged in their 30s received medical treatment following the incident in the Loughanure area last night at around 9:15pm. No arrests have been made but Gardai say investigations are ongoing.

House rebuilding costs have increased by an average of 12% in the North West region over the past 12 months, that’s according to the latest Chartered Surveyors Ireland House Rebuilding Guide. They say the increase in rebuild costs continues to be driven by a shortage of labour and high demand for builders. In counties Donegal,

Sky has asked the Government to set up a dedicated unit in An Garda Síochána to crack down on dodgy boxes. Many people across the country are using devices to access free, pirated TV and movie streams. According to the Sunday Indendent, Sky TV met with Enterprise Minister Simon Coveney in May. The Department of

PSNI in Tyrone are appealing for witnesses and information following the smashing of two windows at a house on Laghel Road, Killen. The incident happened on Thursday last between 6.25pm and 7.45pm. Those who believe they can assist police enquiries are asked to call 101.

On Friday last a multi-agency ‘Day Of Action’ took place in the Inishowen area. Gardaí from Buncrana Roads Policing Unit were assisted by RSA Enforcement officers & Customs officers in conducting checkpoints. A number of Fixed Charge Penalty Notices were issued in respect of life saver offences and one driver was arrested on suspicion of

Ukrainian refugees may have to find their own accommodation after three months, under new plans being considered by the government. According to the Irish Examiner, the change being examined by the Department of Integration and the Taoiseach, will form part of a new policy for people fleeing the war. The paper reports state accommodation would

Thousands of Irish motorists have been left at risk of a major data breach. According to the Irish Independent it involves those whose vehicles have been towed on behalf of Gardaí. More than half a million documents with details of insurance investigations, vehicle registration certs and card payment details were exposed. The paper reports the

Three people were arrested over the weekend by the PSNI investigating offences linked to a funeral in Derry. The three men, aged in their 20s and 50s, who were arrested under the Terrorism Act have since been released on bail. Two vehicles were also seized, along with a number of other items, including a wooden

A puppy has been found in Donegal Town. The dog was found around the Tullyearl roundabout this morning and is now at Donegal Town Garda Station. Gardaí have asked for the owner to contact them on 074-9740190 with proof of name.

Donegal Gardaí will participate in a Careers Fair which will take place at ATU Donegal in Letterkenny this Monday between 12pm and 3pm. Gardaí have invited people who are considering a career with An Garda Siochana to attend the fair in order to get more information.

Donegal County Council has issued a reminder that you can recycle anything that has a plug or battery for free at your local recycling centre. The council recommends that you do not place batteries or anything electrical or electronic in you household bin. There are six Recycling Centres ‌in Donegal located at Carndonagh, Letterkenny, Milford,

Over 400 illegal fireworks were seized yesterday following the stop and search of a vehicle in the area of Carnhill in Derry. The fireworks were seized by Ballyarnett Neighbourhood Team. One male was interviewed and will be reported to the Public Prosecution Service for possessing fireworks without a licence.

Derry City and Strabane District are to manage a process that could see up to 5 major events at Ebrington for next year. The matter was discussed  at a Special meeting of the Committee held on yesterday afternoon. The meeting followed a motion passed by Council in September for officials to meet with The Executive

An Irish celebrity has been found not guilty of the defilement of a child. The man, who is now in his 40s, had denied the allegations. The celebrity took deep breaths as the twelve jurors filed out just after 2 o’clock this afternoon to deliver their verdict. He then closed his eyes as not guilty

Police have confirmed that the body found in Maghera, Derry is that of missing person Lee Johnston following a post mortem examination. In a statement Superintendent Michael O’ Loan, District Commander for Mid Ulster said at this time his death is not being treated as suspicious. Superintendent O’ Loan also offered his condolences to Lee’s

A woman has been left with a facial injuries after having an object thrown at her while out walking her dog earlier this month. On Sunday the 8th of October at around 11:30pm, what have been described as a red estate passed the woman and threw the object out of the window. There was an

The PSNI in Derry are advising motorists to expect delays in at the Glenshane Road area of Maghera this afternoon. It follows a report of a road traffic collision at the junction at the Derganagh Road. Update: The road has now been re-opened.  

Two organisations in Donegal are to share in €78,000 in funding to assist with energy costs. €4,675.00 has been awarded to Crossroads and Killygordan Enterprise Centre and Comhairle Paroiste Ghlean Cholm Cille under the sixth tranche of funding. The scheme was launched in response to the rising cost of energy and the impact it is

A number of Gaeltacht Planning Areas in Donegal are to benefit from a 20% increase in funding for the implementation of language plans. 26 Language Planning Areas, 8 Gaeltacht Service Towns and 3 Irish Language Networks will benefit from the €900,000 increase announced today by Minister of State for the Gaeltacht, Patrick O’Donovan. In Donegal,

A group of Donegal GPs who requested an urgent meeting with the Health Minister to raise concerns over patient safety in the Emergency Department at Letterkenny University Hospital have deferred a meeting next week. Minister Stephen Donnelly proposed to meet with the doctors next week. The doctors have told the Minister that with every passing

A rare monkey has been born at Wild Ireland in Donegal. The Barbary Macaque was born in recent weeks to Barbary Macaques residing in the wildlife sanctuary. The breed are part of the only species of monkey native to Europe. Wild Ireland says the birth is an event of international importance in the fight against

A man arrested in Derry yesterday by detectives investigating criminality linked to a freedom of information data breach has been released. The investigation into the data breach on 8th of August continues. The 44 year-old has been released following questioning.

Almost 50,000 fewer children are living in consistent poverty than was the case ten years ago. However last year, poverty rates increased for the first time due to the sharp increase in the cost of living. Speaking at the Inaugural meeting of the Cross-Government Network on Child Poverty and Well-being the Taoiseach said by establishing

The emergency services of Northern Ireland are furthering their camping to ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable Halloween this year. They say this time of year is a busy one and there is usually an increase in calls regarding a range of concerns. In a statement PSNI are urging the public to be responsible