New research on “long Covid” shows one in five people suffer from moderate or severe depression after contracting the virus. The Mater Hospital in Dublin, along with North Dublin GPs, studied the long-term effects the virus had on 155 people over 14 months. The study also found 25 percent were still suffering from notable symptoms …
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Bus Eireann has cancelled a number of its scheduled routes between Donegal and Dublin today, without providing explanation. In a statement on social media the bus company announced that three of the planned routes would be cancelled between today and tomorrow. The 8am bus this morning leaving from Dublin to Donegal was cancelled, as was …
Number of Bus Eireann Donegal Town to Dublin routes cancelled today Read More »
Gardai are working to locate a missing 6 year old boy, who may have travelled to the border region in recent days. Michael O’Connell has been missing from Mullingar in County Westmeath since Friday. He’s believed to be with adult relatives, and may currently be in Northern Ireland or the border area. Michael is …
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Passenger queues appear to be running well at Dublin Airport again today. The Dublin Airport Authority says that waiting numbers have stabilised, and the longest queue reported today was 43 minutes in Terminal One. Over 100,000 people are expected to travel through the airport this bank holiday weekend. Meanwhile, a Sunday Independent opinion poll out …
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A new report in today’s Sunday Independent claims that residents and family representatives of those who were impacted by what was uncovered in the Brandon Report are intending to pursue legal action against the HSE. The Independent also claims that staff members at the Ard Greine Court Complex in Stranorlar are also looking to pursue …
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A new opinion poll shows the country is deeply concerned over the ‘cost of living’. A ‘Sunday Independent / Ireland Thinks’ opinion poll shows a large majority of Irish people believe there’s a financial crash coming in the next 12 months – with 70 percent expecting a recession in that time. Ireland Thinks’ Director Kevin …
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The first pride parade in Donegal is taking place today in Buncrana. The parade is being organised by Inishowen Pride, with groups and walkers that are joining in the parade being asked to meet at Scoil Mhuire at 2pm, before the parade begins at 3pm heading to Buncrana Main Street. One of those involved in …
Donegal’s first pride parade gets underway in Buncrana today Read More »
Gardaí in Buncrana say that at least six sheep were killed in a dog attack in Inishowen earlier this week. They say they received a report of an attack on sheep that occurred at Carnagarve, Moville at some stage between Thursday night and Friday morning. At least six sheep were killed and more may have …
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As many as 50,000 passengers are expected to travel through Dublin Airport today. The Dublin Airport Authority does not expect any significant delays for passengers after extra staff were drafted in to deal with the increased number of passengers over the bank holiday weekend. So far passengers at Terminal 1 and 2 have passed through …
No major delays reported as 50,000 set to travel through Dublin Airport today Read More »
Prominent Mica campaigner Paddy Diver says that he and other Mica homeowners are ready to take to the streets again if the revised Mica redress scheme does not meet their demands. Speaking in a video posted to Twitter last night, Diver returned to the social media platform after taking a break from campaigning in March, …
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Donegal County Council has unveiled a plaque to acknowledge the role of the former Letterkenny Town Council in the development of the town. The plaque is located at the Letterkenny Public Services Centre. The Town Council, previously known as the Urban District was the main body for Local Government in the town for over 100 …
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The Dail has been told that the Atlantic Technological University campus in Killybegs has the potential to make a major contribution. but it will require investment. Speaking during a Dail debate on Higher Education, Deputy Thomas Pringle said the Killybegs campus has already made a major contribution to the economy of the region, and that …
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Rory Farrell is back to Saturday mornings, his show ‘Rewind’ will now have a segment with Collie MacPhaidin, reviewing all the recent cinema releases! Sarah Maybin got caught up in the madness and Donal Kavanagh couldn’t believe his eyes! Watch the video here.
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Prominent politicians in Northern Ireland have condemned the viral video mocking Michaela McAreavey. Sinn Fein vice president Michelle O’Neill and DUP leader, Jeffrey Donaldson, have spoken out against the song. Speaking at a Jubilee party in Portadown, DUP MLA Jonathan Buckley says his thoughts are with Michaela’s family today…………….
Bord Iascaigh Mhara has today confirmed the Brexit Blue Economy Enterprise Development Scheme is officially open for applications. The €25 million scheme offers grants to enable coastal communities to restructure, reconfigure, retrain, and diversify post-Brexit, with companies and communities within 10km of the coastline qualifying. Marine Minister Charlie McConalogue says the scheme will help strengthen …
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It’s emerged that the government will not now be publishing the wording of the new Defective Blocks Bill until Tuesday week next, June 21st. It had originally been hoped it would happen on May 31st, and then it was suggested that June 14th would be the date as the Dail does not sit next week. …
New Defective Blocks Bill won’t be published until June 21st Read More »
ISPCC is delighted to announce that it is now expanding Smart Moves the in classroom resilience building programme. Smart Moves for sixth-class students is designed to give young people making the transition between primary and secondary schools the skills to increase their overall resilience. For many children, the move from primary school to second level …
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20 new jobs are being created in Donegal. Bon Appetit by Dudie’s Street Food, based in Killygordan has announced the creation of the posts which include full and part time positions for chefs, food production operatives, delivery drivers, cleaners and admin staff. The food production company supplies over 60 retailers across the Northwest.
The Housing Minister has announced an increase in the discretion rate for all HAP tenancies. Darragh O’Brien says the increase from 20 to 35% will secure and expand more tenancies and prevent new entries to homelessness. He’s also signalled that future applications from single people will be eligible for the couples rate of the Housing …
Donegal County Council has opened a second call for the Caravan, Camping, Campervan and Motorhome grant scheme. This round will specifically target voluntary or community-based groups. The grant scheme will be open until the end of June, and will focus on supporting new and additional overnight facilities in locations currently underserved in the county, including …
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A video which mocks the death of Michaela McAreavey in Mauritius has been met with shock and anger. Police in the North have confirmed they’re examining the video to determine if any offences may have been committed. The video, which is alleged to have been filmed during centenary celebrations in the north has been met …
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Gardai in Donegal are warning that they will be out in force this Bank Holiday weekend. High visibility checkpoints and speed checks will be carried out across the county. Gardai say their focus will be the detection of key lifesaver offences including speeding, drink/drug driving and the non-wearing of seat-belts. During National Slow Down Day …
Work is finally commencing today to replace problematic water mains in Inch Island The area has been subjected to numerous bursts over the years with residents without water for a number of days last month. The works were previously delayed by a month. But Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council Councillor Jack Murray says the community …
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A new tourist information kiosk in Newtowncunningham will open tomorrow ahead of a busy summer season. An official opening is being held at the tourist kiosk located at Kernans Eurospar tomorrow between 2pm – 5pm. Funding for the facility was awarded through the town and villages renewal scheme. Karen Callaghan of Newtowncunningham Focus Group says …
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Parks, beaches and other swimming spots are likely to be busy this weekend – with temperatures set to reach 21 degrees. There will be some heavy downpours in places this afternoon and evening. However the sun will return tomorrow, over most of the country. Cathal Nolan, from Ireland’s Weather Channel, says Monday will be the …
A woman missing from Dublin who was known to frequent Donegal has been found. Gardai say she has been located safe and well.
The HSE has committed to deliver a new community hospital in Lifford. The future of Lifford Hospital for many a year has been in jeopardy but following a meeting yesterday, it’s been confirmed that a new facility will be built on a greenfield site. The Chair of the Friends of Lifford Hospital, John Quinn says …
Over 64,000 ambulances spent over an hour at a hospital last year, before offloading a patient and getting back on the road. It’s nearly one in every four ambulances that arrived at hospitals. According to freedom of information figures, the ‘turn-around time’ was over five hours in 165 cases. David Hall, the chief executive of …
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Dublin Airport has closed its departure drop-off road at Terminal One to install coverings for passengers who may have to queue outside. Drop offs will now be directed to the Atrium Road near the bus drop zones. The DAA says the change will remain for the coming weeks, and covered queuing outside will be facilitated …
Dublin Airport installing coverings in case of more outside queuing Read More »
The Irish Hospital Consultants Association says around a third of posts at Letterkenny University Hospital remain unfilled, and that’s an issue that must be addressed. The hospitals in Letterkenny and Sligo have over 45,000 people on waiting lists for assessment or treatment by a Hospital Consultant, that’s up 37% since 2015, while the numbers awaiting …
IHCA says capacity at LUH and SUH must be increased urgently Read More »
A new support service to assist people dealing with harmful gambling is now available at Finn Valley Family Resource Centre, and The Forge Family Resource Centre, Pettigo. The National Problem Gambling Support Service was officially launched in Donegal this week by Gambling Awareness Trust, and will provide professional and confidential counselling services to those experiencing …
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Donegal County Council says additional staff have been approved by government to assist with the delivery of housing, both in terms of construction and acquisition. All targets are subject to the Council undertaking due diligence on concrete blocks, including professional testing and geologist reports on blocks utilised on each construction and turnkey scheme. Officials were …
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374 drivers have been detected breaking the speed limit so far on National Slow Down Day. 78,911 cars have been checked during the first nine hours of the operation. A car was detected travelling at 85km/h in a 50km/h Zone on the R265 Porthall Ballindrait Road, while another was caught doing 101km/h in a 80km/h …
Gardai highlight three Donegal detections as National Slowdown Day continues Read More »
The PSNI say Toni Ann Shea, who had been missing from Derry has been located. Gardai and Police are continuing to appeal for information on two other missing people. The PSNI are liaising with Gardai in a bid to locate a woman missing from Derry, while Gardai say they are very concerned for missing woman …
The jury at the inquest into the deaths of four Irish coast guard crew on Rescue 116 has returned verdicts of accidental deaths. The aircraft crashed in very poor visibility off county Mayo on March 14th, 2017 during a search and rescue mission. Captain Dara Fitzpatrick was pulled from the sea hours after the crash, …
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Calling all thrill-seekers to take part in the ISPCC Unique Ascent Challenge on Saturday, July 9th, 2022. It includes three exciting activities; abseiling, rock-climbing and a sea Tyrolean traverse on the beautiful Donegal coastline. This adrenaline-induced challenge is the ultimate corporate day out, or challenge to complete with your friends. The funds raised by taking …
As the June bank holiday approaches, the Coast Guard, RNLI and Water Safety Ireland have issued a joint water safety appeal. Many people are expected to take advantage of the break and visit the coast and inland waters. The organisations are asking people to check that they have the correct equipment they need to enjoy …
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Past and present “ChangeMakers” are encouraged to come together at an Grianan Hotel in Burt next Thursday as the popular Donegal community action group are celebrating their 10th Anniversary. ChangeMakers, an initiative led by Inishowen Developmemt Partnership but partnered with Self Help Africa and Donegal ETB, was established to raise awareness of global issues, such …
People waiting the longest for hospital appointments will be prioritised, according to the Health Minister. It comes as new figures show around 87 thousand people over the age of 75 are on waiting lists around the country. Nearly 26 thousand have been waiting over a year for inpatient or outpatient appointments – just under 18 …
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Donegal TD, Pádraig Mac Lochlainn has given the news that angiography services will continue at Letterkenny University Hospital a guarded welcome as he believes the overall cardiac services at the hospital are still under threat. Deputy MacLochlainn says the decision to reinstate the angiography services is only a temporary decision and stated that this is …
Cardiac services at LUH still under threat – Deputy Mac Lochlainn Read More »
46 groups in Donegal are to share €22,650 in funding from Age & Opportunity. The grants are being allocated to groups to promote physical activity in older people. The grants scheme, a combined initiative from Age & Opportunity and Sport Ireland, will distribute €514,120 to 995 groups nationwide. The successful Donegal groups are: Ardara Care …
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A public consultation has been launched for the Rathmullan Heritage Led Regeneration Project. A public information event is being held today from 3pm to 8pm at the St. Vincent de Paul Centre, Rathmullan and the consultation will run until Thursday 16th June 2022.. The project aims to restore the town’s heritage, town centre renewal and rural …
Public consultation launched on the regeneration of Rathmullan Read More »
National Slow Down Day is in effect until 7am tomorrow as Gardai call on drivers to reduce their speed for the weekend. New research from the Road Safety Authority has found three quarters of drivers speed on roads with posted limits of 50 kilometres. The Junior Minister for Transport has called the study ‘concerning’ as …
The PSNI and Gardaí are in communication about missing person Georgina Hamilton. Georgina has been missing from the Lisnagelvin area in the Waterside since Tuesday last, May 31 2022. If you have seen or have any information about Georgina, please call 101 and quote reference number 1029 of 01/06/22.
Two COVID-19 pop-up vaccination clinics will be held in Buncrana this weekend. The clinics will be held in Buncrana at the Exchange Inishowen, Castle Avenue, Buncrana on Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th June from 11am to 5.45pm for those aged 12 years and over for Dose 1, Dose 2 and booster vaccines. Those 65 years and over …
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The angiogram service is to be retained at Letterkenny University Hospital. Concern has been growing over the past number of weeks as the service was to be withdrawn at the end of this month. A meeting between the Saolta Health Care Group and members of the Regional Health Forum and Oireachtas members was told that …
BREAKING: Angiogram service to be retained at LUH Read More »
A 20 year old man has been charged with attempted murder in Derry. It follows a stabbing in the Drumard Park area of the city on Tuesday. The man is to appear at a special sitting at Dungannon Magistrates this morning. As is usual procedure the charges will be reviewed by the PPS.
Nearly 44,000 fewer women were screened for breast cancer last year than in 2019. Just over 127,000 were screened by BreastCheck in 2021 – compared to nearly 171,000 two years earlier. Almost 23,500 women were screened this January and February – about 5,000 below the two-month average in 2019. Chair of Donegal Action for Cancer …
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The Housing Minister has failed to agree to pre-legislative scrutiny of the Defective Concrete Blocks Bill. When asked in the Dail by Donegal Deputy Pearse Doherty if there would be pre-legislative scrutiny, Minister Darragh O’Brien didn’t offer a direct answer but instead said they are proceeding with the scheme in consultation with homeowners. The Mica …
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