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Gardaí in Milford are engaged in investigations following what is believed to be a number of packages containing cocaine which have washed up on two separate beaches in North Donegal. They were alerted at approximately 8:30am this morning to the first discovery on Ballyhiernan Beach, Fanad. The second occurred around half an hour later in […]

Gardaí in North Donegal are investigating after packages believed to contain drugs washed up on the coast. Officers say they contain a controlled drug, but didn’t say which. The substance will be analysed by Forensic Science Ireland.

113 complaints have been lodged in Donegal with the ISPCA this year so far. The statistics come as the animal protection charity are appealing for more donations amid a crisis in the sharp rise of animal cruelty in Ireland. €100,000 has been donated so far however they say more is needed to cope with the

Saolta are reporting high attendance levels at the emergency department of Letterkenny University Hospital. 175 people attended the ED yesterday, resulting in 69 admissions. They say those presenting at the ED for routine and non-urgent treatment will experience very long waiting times. It is requested that Out of Hours GP services and pharmacies are considered

The Taoiseach has made an unannounced trip to Ukraine where he has met with President Volodomyr Zelensky. Leo Varadkar took a train from Poland at around eight o’clock this morning and has also visited the cities of Bucha and Irpin. The Taoiseach announced 5-million euro in further financial support of Ukraine for humanitarian aid to

Expressway has announced an increase in single fares on the Route 64 service from Galway to Derry via Sligo, Knock and Letterkenny. The €1 increase will come into effect from July 31st. Expressway says changes to its fare structure have been made to offset the impact of rising costs on the business and incentivise online

The cost of a pint is to rise by 4 cent from August 14th. It’s the second time this year Diageo has increased its prices, and says it’s down to rising costs. Guinness, Carlsberg, Smithwicks, Harp, Rockshore and Hop House 13 are all set to be a little more expensive. The Vintners Federation of Ireland

Repairs to a burst water main are ongoing in North Inishowen. Donegal County Council is advising that supply disruptions may be experienced as a result in Malin Town, Malin and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place until 3pm this afternoon.

There’s been a drop in the number of burglaries in Donegal. According to PhoneWatch.ie, CSO figures show a 6% decrease in burglaries in the county. 120 burglaries were recorded in Donegal between April 2022 and March 2023.

Tusla had more than 82,500 referrals of child protection or welfare concerns last year, according to its annual report. The child and family agency says that’s a 13% rise on the previous year. At the end of the year about 22,000 cases were open, but 28% of those cases had yet to be allocated a

Donegal was one of three counties to experience an increase in spending in pubs in June. Irish people spent more money in pubs, restaurants and hotels last month. Spending in pubs rose by 28% during the month of June, peaking on June 24th, the day of the Dublin Pride Parade. Donegal, Mayo and Laois saw

Atlantic Technological University Donegal provided a free Computer Science Unplugged summer camp for children. It was one of many across ATU campuses aiming to spark an interest in technology and computer science. The camps offered an array of topics including game development, robotics, digital construction and computer programming. Applicants from DEIS schools were given priority,

Three men believed to be in an organised crime group have been arrested following a search operation this morning. It is believed the group in question are responsible for a number of burglaries and theft of vehicles across Ireland, including in North Western Garda regions. The men, two of whom are in their 30s and

House prices increased by 2.4% in the last year. CSO figures in the 12 months to May show the cost of a home is up 5% in border areas. The median price for a house in Ireland was €315,000. The most expensive area in the country is Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown in Dublin, while the cheapest is

Gardaí are investigating a collision that occurred in Ballybofey. On Saturday, May 20th, a black Skoda Octavia parked in McElhinney’s car park was struck by a silver/gold coloured Skoda Octavia between 7pm and 8pm. The driver of the second Skoda is believed to have waited a short time before leaving the area. Gardaí are appealing

A father and son, who are understood to be from the midlands, have died in a crash in Turkey. It’s believed they were on a family holiday when the accident happened. The Department of Foreign Affairs says it’s aware of the case and is providing consular assistance.

Gardai are appealing for information after a man was attacked by three other men in Carndonagh. The alleged assault took place between 10:30pm and 11:30pm on Friday July 7th. He was taken to Letterkenny University Hospital for treatment to his injuries which are not believed to be life threatening. Gardai say the ‘Marquee in the

Investigations are ongoing after a motorist was hospitalised after a stone fell off the back of a trailer in the Moville area, smashing his windscreen. Between 7:45am and 8:40am on Thursday morning last, the motorist was travelling on the Carndonagh to Moville road in the Lecamey area. The stone fell off a lorry trailer, smashing

Gardai in Letterkenny are investigating the theft of a motorcycle. The red Benelli motorcycle with registration number ‘191 C 8370’ was stolen from the Glencar Irish area between 9pm on Tuesday last and 7am on Wednesday. The bike was later located on Wednesday at 11.45am in a forest area beside Ballymacool Woods. Gardai are appealing

Gardai are appealing for information following the theft of flowers in the Elm Park area of Buncrana earlier this week. The flowers which were recently purchased by residents and planted within the park were stolen between Sunday and yesterday. Gardai are asking anyone with any information to contact them at Buncrana Garda Station.

Former Highland Radio presenter, Danny Sharkey has died. Mr Sharkey of Elaghbeg, Burnfoot is also a retired Principal of St Aengus’ National School, Bridgend. He is predeceased by his wife Máire, daughter Máire and brother John Patrick and is a loving father of Donal, Patrick and John. His requiem mass takes place on Saturday morning