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Glenveagh accreditation should boost visitor numbers from Donegal – McClafferty

The Cathaoirleach of Glenties Municipal District says improvements at Glenveagh Castle should lead to an increase in the number of visitors from within the county, as well as visitors from outside. Glenveagh has been awarded interim accreditation under the Heritage Council’s Museum Standards Programme, and as part of that process, it will be launching new […]

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Rents charged for apartments ‘extraordinary’ – Taoiseach

The Taoiseach has said the rents being charged for apartments in Ireland are “extraordinary”. Leo Varadkar says he believes the way to address the rental trap is to provide more supply and increase home ownership rates. Ireland has one of the biggest age divides when it comes to home ownership of any country in Europe,

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New Defective Blocks Scheme is for purpose – McConalogue

Minister Charlie McConalogue says he believes Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien will visit Donegal shortly for discussions on the revised Defective Concrete Block scheme. He was speaking after he met with officials for discussions on how applicants are being transitioned into the new scheme. Minister McConalogue told Highland Radio News he believes the revised scheme is

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Further appeals for man who was hospitalised following weekend Ardara assault

Gardaí are making a further appeal following a serious assault on man in Ardara on Saturday night last. It happened on Main Street around 10 o’clock. The victim, a man in his 20’s, was taken to Letterkenny University Hospital for treatment for non life threatening injuries. Anyone who has camera footage, including dash-cam footage and

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Water outage notices in North and South of the county

Residents and business are warned of repair works that may cause water supply disruptions. Works are to take place until 3pm this afternoon impacting Portnablagh, Woodhill, Sessiagh, Sandhill and surrounding areas. Meanwhile in South Donegal a burst watermain may cause outages in Killybegs, Bruckless and surrounding areas. Those works are taking place until 7pm this

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8,344 people in Donegal served by ‘at risk’ water supplies in 2022

Efforts to remove lead from Ireland’s drinking water supply network are far too slow – according to the EPA. Three of Donegal’s water systems remain on the remedial action list, meaning they are among Ireland’s ‘at risk supplies’ The EPA’s latest report shows the quality of drinking water is extremely high, but almost half a

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MAG writing to Donegal’s TDs asking if they believe the new DCB scheme will work

The Mica Action Group has written to all of Donegal’s TDs, senators and councillors asking each of them to state unequivocally whether or not they believe the enhanced defective concrete block scheme will meet the needs of homeowners. Last week, the group wrote to Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien asking him to come to Donegal to

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Youth groups urged to apply for PEACEPLUS funding

Youth groups and other bodies in the North West are being urged to apply for funding under the PEACEPLUS Youth Programme. Over €47 million is available for projects across five schemes, with Thursday week, August 10th, the deadline for the Youth Programme. It is particularly designed to encourage young people to form positive relationships with

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LUH joins research programme designed to enhance the role of nurses

It’s hoped that an initiative at Letterkenny University Hospital will lead to the retention of more nurses. The hospital is participating in the ‘Magnet4Europe’ programme, a research project which aims to create a more positive work environment for nurses, by getting them involved in decision making at the hospital. In a statement, Saolta says there

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Concern grows in Inishowen after algae is detected at Magilligan Point

The Cathaoirleach of Inishowen Municipal District is asking Donegal County Council for daily updates on its monitoring of water around North Inishowen for the presence of Blue-Green Algae. A warning was issued along the North coast in Northern Ireland after the potentially toxic algae was detected at Portstewart and Castlerock beaches in recent weeks, and

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Over 2,260 residents affected by a boil water notice in Lettermacaward

2,266 consumers connected supplied by the Lettermacaward Public Water Supply are subject to a boil water notice as of this afternoon. Uisce Eireann says the notice, arising out of operational difficulties at the Lettermacaward Water Treatment Plant, has been put in place to protect the health of customers in the Lettermacaward, Portnoo, Rossbeg, Cleangort, Doochary,

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Industrial action for Emerald Airlines pilots suspended as talks underway

Current and planned industrial action by pilots at Emerald Airlines has been suspended. The airline operates a Dublin-Donegal route, often used for those travelling to avail of cancer treatment plans. There are growing fears among patients with Donegal Cancer Flights and Services. However, Fórsa trade union made the announcement as talks are to get underway

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20 year old hedge-cutting policy needs an update – Cllr. McGowan

A 20 year old policy needs to re-examined to ensure flora, fauna and humans can best live together. That’s according to Cllr. Patrick McGowan. In a meeting of Donegal County Council, Cllr. McGowan asked that the Hedge Cutting limitations be reviewed under the lens of health and safety. In a response Cllr. McGowan was directed

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New School Uniform Swap Shop set up in aid of families during the cost-of-living crisis

A School Uniform Swap Shop has been set up in Castlefin to assist families in the cost-of-living crisis. The initial idea began with Councillor Gary Doherty and Branch President of St Vincent de Paul Noeleen Killen to aid children going back to school. The shop will be open again tomorrow evening from 7pm to 8pm

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IFA raises concerns surrounding TEN-T and Greenway projects

The Irish Farmers Association met with Donegal County Council to discuss concerns in relation to the TEN-T roadway and Barnesmore Gap Greenway projects. The delegation, led by IFA Chairman Joe Sweeney, brought attention to the impact that the roads could have farms in the vicinity of the works. Mr. Sweeney says that the biggest problem

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Dunnes Stores recall kids swim jackets amid risk of drowning

Dunnes Stores is recalling one of its Kids Swim Jackets due to a risk of drowning. It’s believed 1,237 were purchased in Ireland. Parents are advised to discontinue use immediately. The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission have reported that seams on the garment may separate – creating a risk of submersion under water.   The

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Calls for Government to introduce penalties for properties without appropriate planning permission

The Government has been urged to introduce penalties for Airbnb and estate agents who advertise properties that do not have the appropriate planning permission. Sinn Féin says the measure should be introduced to prevent suitable properties leaving the private rental market. It comes as there has been a 57 per cent increase in Airbnb properties available

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Athletics: McGranaghan looks ahead to European U20 Championships

The European Under-20 Athletics Championships take place in Israel next month with two Donegal athletes, Fintan Dewhirst of Tir Chonaill AC, and Hannah Murray of Finn Valley AC. Finn Valley AC’s Dermot McGranaghan is lead Coach and Manager for the 4,400m relay squads, as well as being National Club Development Manager with Athletics Ireland. On

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Witherow part of Irish hockey side through to Olympic qualifiers

  Ireland – who have Donegal’s Luke Witherow in their squad – beat Scotland 4-1 in their European Hockey Championship II semi-final in Dublin yesterday. Ireland take on Ukraine in the final with both sides having secured their place in January’s Olympic qualifiers and having achieved that target there’s a trophy up for grabs in

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Talks proposed for Monday morning amid pilot dispute

Fórsa trade union has proposed a meeting to resolve an Aer Lingus Regional dispute. The union has written to management at Emerald Airlines proposing a meeting early next week, with a view to resolving the current dispute involving company pilots. Emerald Airlines operates regional flights, including the Dublin to Donegal service. Niall Shanahan, Media Relations

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Man in critical condition following three car collision in Derry

A man has been left in critical condition following a three car collision within the vicinity of Altnagelvin Roundabout. Police received a report shortly before 7.30pm on yesterday afternoon of a collision involving a Skoda Superb, Nissan Qashqai and a Toyota Avensis. The drivers of the two other vehicles sustained minor injuries. The road has

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