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The unemployment rate in Ireland remains at a record low at almost 3.8% in June. CSO figures show it was unchanged when compared to results in May. In June 2022, the rate was 4.2%. Over 105,000 people were unemployed in June, according to seasonally adjusted figures.

The Minister of State for Heritage and Electoral Reform Malcolm Noonan announced today that more than €290,000 in funding will be granted to 24 local community groups, including one in Donegal. The funding will offer support to a variety of local projects under the Peatlands Community Engagement Scheme 2023. Projects approved this year include more

Three men have been arrested after a number of public order incidents and assault in Sligo. Three other men in their 20s were taken to Sligo University Hospital to be treated for non-life threatening injuries. It happened at a licensed premises near the Garavogue Weir on Monday morning. The three arrested this morning, all aged

Police in the Derry are investigating what they’re treating as a sectarian hate crime in the city. It’s after wreaths were taken from the Diamond War Memorial in the city in the early hours of this morning. The memorial is dedicated to those who died while in military service during World War One. The theft,

The Sperrins Sculpture Trail consists of a trio of giants made from European Oak and natural preservatives. Located at Cranagh, Mullaghcarn and Davagh Forest, the aim of the project is to drive local tourism and to promote the popular area. The trail was designed and constructed by Copenhagen based artist Thomas Dambo. The project will

A burst water main may cause supply disruptions to Muslack, Rosapenna, Downings and surrounding areas today. Uisce Eireann expects the works to last until 3pm this afternoon, with householders and businesses being advised to allow another two to three hours after that to allow supplies return to normal.

RTÉ officials will appear before the Oireachtas Media Committee this afternoon in the wake of fresh revelations at the broadcaster about barter accounts. A review unearthed a number of additional accounts at RTÉ which had been used to pay for around 1.6 million euro in hospitality over the last decade. Last week RTÉ’s Chief Financial

Three men are due in court this morning charged in connection with the attempted murder of Detective Chief Inspector John Caldwell in February. The men, aged 45, 47 and 58, were charged with preparatory acts of terrorism. The 45-year-old man and the 58-year-old man have been further charged with possession of articles for use in

Budget 2024 will see €6.4 billion in additional spending and tax cuts. The Summer Economic Statement has been published revealing the Government will spend an extra €5.2 billion, with €1.1 billion allocated for tax cuts. Of that, €3.2 billion is already allocated – meaning there will be a €2 billion pot for new spending measures.

Gardai are continuing to investigate all the circumstances surrounding an alleged assault in the Sliabh Liag and Killybegs areas on the weekend on June 24th and 25th. In an update issued today, it’s been confirmed that a post-mortem on a body recovered by Gardai and the Coast Guard yesterday morning in the area has been

Gardaí have confirmed that enquiries are ongoing into a weekend public order incident in Castlefin. It’s reported a man was stabbed on Sunday evening. Gardai say no further information is available at this time.

Repairs to a burst water main are ongoing in Letterkenny. Donegal County Council is advising as a result of the works, supply disruptions may be experienced in Calhame, Letterkenny and surrounding areas. A traffic management plan will be in place for the duration of the works which are scheduled to take place until 3pm this

Gardaí have issued an appeal for information in relation to an incident of criminal damage that occurred shortly before 3am on Sunday morning, last weekend. A male entered the driveway of a house in the area at Windmill View, Letterkenny. The man proceeded to smash the back windscreen of a car there with a bottle.

  An electric scooter has been stolen from the area of Tooban, Burnfoot on Tuesday last between the hours of 10am and 7pm. Gardaí are appealing for information in relation to the scooter which was taken from an unlocked shed. The scooter in question is black in colour with the word ‘Velocifero’ and has a

‘Feel Good Fortnight’ involves an award-winning community festival organised by local volunteer-run suicide prevention charity Insight Inishowen. Each year, artwork is erected for the ‘Feel Good Fortnight’ yarn bombing around the town of Buncrana. The event is a much-loved occasion within the community of Buncrana Town. As part of the event, a piece of artwork

Details of the 2023 Tipp O’Neill Diaspora Awards have been announced , with three people to be honoured this year. The award, presented by Donegal County Council, seeks to recognise those who have excelled in their chosen field whilst honouring their contribution to Ireland and its Diaspora. The first of this year’s honourees is Ramelton

Last week, Gardaí issued an appeal in relation to the theft of a vehicle from Mc Mahon Villas, Letterkenny between 1am and 5am on Tuesday the 27th of June. The car in question is a white Nissan March registration number ‘162-D-28892’. This vehicle was then located in the area of the College Farm Road, Letterkenny

A blue Volkswagen van has been stolen from Meentalla, Ballymagan and was located at Ned’s Point in Buncrana. The theft occurred between 11pm on Monday the 26th of June and 6.30am the next day. ’06-DL-80′ is the van’s partial registration. The van was discovered abandoned on the slipway with the lights on. Damage was caused

Three men have been arrested in connection with the attempted murder of a PSNI officer in Co. Tyrone earlier this year. Detective Chief Inspector John Caldwell was shot multiple times at a sports centre in Omagh on February 22nd. The PSNI says three men ages 45, 47 and 58 were arrested in the Newtownabbey, Coalisland

Minister O’ Brien has announced the commencement of the enhanced Defective Concrete Blocks Grant Scheme. The scheme is said to provide grants of up to €420,000 for affected homeowners in counties Donegal, Mayo, Limerick and Clare. The Scheme is now open to new applications. Transitional arrangements for the transfer of applicants from the current scheme

The combined value of trade between Ireland and Northern Ireland amounted to €8.2 billion in 2021. According to figures from the ESRI 2.6 billion euro worth of goods moved north across the border while €5.6 billion worth of goods were traded with the south. The level of cross-border trade has increased since Brexit, and Research

Terms of reference for a review of the governance and culture at RTÉ will be brought to Cabinet this morning. Media Minister Catherine Martin will also seek permission to appoint someone to examine the accounts of RTÉ going back a number of years. Last night the coalition party leaders discussed the external review of governance

Passengers travelling from Donegal Airport to Glasgow will soon benefit from Loganair’s multi-million investment in its fleet. The airline has invested heavily in upgrading and futureproofing its fleet. Loganair has announced the introduction of its first ATR aircraft to Glasgow Airport. The larger plane will operate on services linking Glasgow with Donegal from July and

The Health and Safety team in Letterkenny University Hospital has been recognised for their work on an internal audit. A huge amount of work has been carried out at Letterkenny University Hospital by its health and safety team since the commencement of an internal audit in 2021, reviewing 39 departments for compliance with health and

A road in County Derry has been re-opened after closure this morning due to a gas leak. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has confirmed that the Greystone Road in Limavady is no longer closed and diversions have been put in place.

  The number of new car registrations for Donegal has increased by almost 4% with a 76% increase in new electric vehicles registered in the county. According to the Society of the Irish Motor Industry’s latest 231 vehicle registration figures, 1,604 new vehicles were registered in Donegal between January and June, that’s up from 1,543

  Police in County Derry say a gas leak has led to a number of diversions and road closures. Motorists are advised to avoid the Greystone Road in Limavady. The PSNI is urging anyone in the area to seek an alternative route.    

An extended public consultation has been announced for the Letterkenny Southern Network Project. The initiative is designed to develop the transport network around the South of Letterkenny town, providing connectivity from Letterkenny to West Donegal, reducing traffic congestion, and supporting compact growth. Donegal County Council with the support of the Department of Transport invite the

Gardaí have confirmed that earlier this morning, they and the Coast Guard recovered a body from the water at Slieve League. The body has since been removed from the scene and taken to Letterkenny University Hospital. The State Pathologist has been notified and a post-mortem will take place in due course. An incident room has