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Talks take place at the Labour court today to try to resolve the dispute threatening retained fire services across the country. Around 2,000 retained, or part-time firefighters, have been conducting rolling strikes and work stoppages in recent weeks as they campaign for better pay and conditions. However the SIPTU trade union has agreed to suspend […]

A woman’s died in hospital after trying to rescue her child on the County Cork coast. It happened at Ballycroneen Beach in Cloyne shortly before 1pm yesterday when the young boy got into difficulties in the water. The woman was air lifted by the Coast Guard Helicopter to Cork University Hospital where she was in

The inquest of three young siblings killed by their mother in Dublin is due to be mentioned before Dublin’s Coroner’s Court later this morning. In January 2020, Conor, Darragh and Carla McGinley, the children of Donegal man Andrew McGinley, were smothered to death in their home at Parson’s Court, Newcastle, Co Dublin. Conor and Darragh

Over €4m in funding has been allocated to improve the Atlantic Technological University Campuses. The Minister for Further and Higher Education, Simon Harris has announced that €40 million will be distributed to 20 institutions nationally and will go towards improving access for people with disabilities, and invest in necessary upgrades. Minister Harris says it is

A man who arrest arrested following the report on an assault on Duke Street in Derry yesterday evening has been released on bail to allow for further enquiries. Two men were attacked with a hammer, sustaining injuries including the face and head. The man aged in his 50s was arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily

Concerns are growing surrounding the welfare of Strabane man Tony Kildea. He was last seen on the Grosvenor Road in Belfast in the early hours of Friday morning. Police in Strabane and Belfast ask anyone who has seen Tony to get in touch.  

Repairs to a burst water main are ongoing in parts of South Donegal. Residents and businesses are advised that works may cause supply disruptions in Rock Road, Kinlough Road, Bundoran and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to be complete by 5pm this evening.  

Motorists are advised to avoid the Duncastle road in Derry this afternoon. PSNI have taken to social media to warn the public the road is closed. This is due to a fallen tree, preventing drivers from passing through safely.

The Lough Swilly RNLI responded to a call out yesterday afternoon when a vessel carrying four people experienced mechanical problems. They were tasked by the Malin Head Coast guard short after 12:30pm. Upon arrival, the Lifeboat volunteers established a tow and took the boat to safety. They then returned to Buncrana to refuel and make

Two men are reported to have been assaulted with a hammer in the Duke Street area of Derry in the early hours of this morning. Detectives are appealing for information. Police responded to the call at around ten past one this morning. One man sustained head injuries and the second, head and facial injuries as

Argos in Letterkenny is closing its doors for the final time today. Its as the retailer chain fulfils its final day of operation in the Republic of Ireland. The retailer began closing some of their branches back in March after announcing they were leaving the Irish market. The move will result in over 500 employees

Vladimir Putin has vowed to defend his country from rebellion by a private military company – which had been fighting alongside his troops in Ukraine. The ‘boss’ of the Wagner mercenary group, Yevgeny Prigozhin claims his forces now control a key Russian army base in the south. In a televised address, President Putin said his

Pilots at Emerald Airlines have issued the company with notice of industrial action over a trade dispute. The carrier holds the regional license for Aer Lingus. The Irish Airline Pilots Association, a branch of Forsa, says the action will begin today, and will consist of a rolling work-to-rule. That means not working off days and

Communications Minister Catherine Martin will hold face-to face to talks with the Chair of the RTE Board, Siun Ni Raghaillaigh this afternoon as the row over secret undeclared payments to Ryan Tubridy continues. RTÉ has been formally called before the Oireachtas Public Accounts Committee next Thursday to answer questions about the salary of Ryan Tubridy.

PSNI in Derry City and Strabane have launched their Safer Summer Together campaign this week. It aims to encourage the public to be mindful of safety issues while having an enjoyable summer. While launching the campaign Chief Inspector Yvonne McManus said PSNI want everyone to have a great time, and that involves ensuring they aren’t

Road resurfacing works are due to take place on the Ardaghey to Ardara Road. Donegal County Council will be carrying out the works on the LP1115 at Meenabradden from Wednesday coming until Friday. They are scheduled to take place from 8 o’clock in the morning until 6 o’clock in the evening. The road will be

The Strathfoyle Greenway way was officially opened today. The Mayor of Derry and Strabane, Councillor Patricia Logue was joined by community and departmental representatives for the event. The £2.64m project has already become one of Derry’s most popular walkways making the riverside area even more accessible to walkers and cyclists.

Three people have been taken to Letterkenny University hospital following a road traffic collision involving three cars. The collision occurred at around 12:30pm this afternoon at the Knockbrack Junction in the Listillon area of Letterkenny. Gardaí and emergency services are currently attending the scene. Injuries sustained are believed to be non-life threatening.

A road traffic collision has occurred in the Victoria Bridge area of Strabane. Motorists are advised to avoid the Tievenny Road while journeying. Diversions are in place at the moment.  

Repairs to a burst water main may cause supply disruptions to Corker Lane, Acres, Cashel, Cashellackan, Ballyshannon and surrounding areas. A traffic management plan will be in place for the duration of the works which scheduled to take place until 11:55pm tonight. It is recommended that 2-3 hours is allowed after the estimated restoration time

There’s been a fall in the number of properties with HAP tenants in most areas of Donegal. According to latest figures from the CSO, there were 1,699 tenants in receipt of HAP at the end of last year. In Donegal, six out of the seven local electoral areas saw a drop in the number of

Today marks Your Council Day. Donegal County Council is today highlighting the work of Council employees and the role they play in the county’s social and economic life. Local authorities across the country will be providing a behind the scenes look at a typical day in the council to show the variety of services provided

The first turbine has been installed at Lenalea Wind Farm in Donegal. It’s expected the seven turbine development will be operational by the last quarter of this year and when complete the wind farm will generate enough renewable energy to power 20,000 homes annually. The remaining six turbines have been pre-assembled and are scheduled to

A warning has issued over yet another scam impersonating Gardai. This time scammers are targeting people via email. Gardai in Donegal say they are aware of a current E-mail based scam/ fraud where an individual receives correspondence claiming to be from An Garda Síochána. The scammers claim the recipient is being investigated in relation to

A Scottish company has announced it is to open a new base in Donegal. Be Positive will officially open in gteic @Gaoth Dobhair on Tuesday. The IT Services Company offers flexible, scalable and cost-effective Business Analysis solutions to its customers and focussing on enabling companies to enhance their digital capabilities. Colin Quinn, company director says

Road resurfacing works will commence today at Meenavean, Donegal. The works on the route between Meenavean to Malinmore will take place today and on Monday between 8am and 6pm. Motorists are advised that the road will be blocked at times to facilitate the works. Traffic will be diverted along the R263 via Glencolmcille.