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There were 1.037 marriages registered in Donegal last year, a 54% increase on the 668 marriages registered in 2021. Just over half of those marriages took place in Roman Catholic churches, while almost a quarter were Civil Ceremonies. Of the 1,037 marriages registered in Donegal last year, 603 took place in Roman Catholic ceremonies, that’s […]

Over 300 women a year contact the Donegal Domestic Violence Services, and that figure has not fallen since the pandemic. Today is ’Go Purple Day’ raising awareness about domestic abuse and the local domestic abuse support services available to those affected. The initiative was first organised in 2020 to help strengthen community partnerships between domestic

The three people who died in a crash in Aughnacloy yesterday have been named as Dan McKane, his sister Christine Duffy and their aunt Julia McSorley, all from the Strabane area. They died following a collision involving a minibus and truck on the Tullyvar road at around 7:30am yesterday morning. Four other family members who

A man arrested in connection with an investigation involving the Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission has been released without charge. The man who is aged in his 60’s was detained yesterday in connection with allegations of withholding information. The arrest followed the resignation of a GSOC investigator who is alleged to have attended a party at

Old water mains in Stroove on the Inishowen Peninsula are set to be replaced in the coming weeks. 4.3km of new pipes will be placed along the R241, from the Ballymcarthur Crossroads to Stroove. The works will put a stop to bursts, outages and water leakage to give improved confidence in the security of water

The PSNI is asking people to stop sharing inappropriate pictures from a fatal crash that happened today. This morning, three people were killed in Tyrone when the minibus they were on collided with a truck on the A5. Four others are in critical condition following the crash near Aughnacloy. Superintendent Mervyn Seffan has asked people

Essential maintenance works may cause supply disruptions to Main Street, Bundoran and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place from 9pm until 1:30am tonight. It is recommend that an allowance of 2-3 hours after the estimated restoration time is made for supply to fully return.

The PSNI have confirmed that three people have died following a road traffic collision on the Tullyvar Road area of Aughnacloy this morning. Four other people are critically ill in hospital. They were all travelling in a private hire minibus which was in a collision with a lorry. It’s understood that those traveling on the

Auctioneer, and valuer members of the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland are forecasting that the price of agricultural land nationally will increase by an average of 8% this year. The prediction is contained in the latest SCSI/Teagasc Agricultural Land Market Review and Outlook Report, which has just been published. The report finds that last year,

Drs Sarah Brennan and Liz O Sullivan, receiving their awards at the Friends of Breastfeeding Awards ceremony in Dunboyne Castle Co.Meath. Sarah, a Donegal based GP, was awarded Healthcare Professional of the year and Liz, along with Bainne Beatha, were awarded Initiative of the Year for their research on the breastfeeding experiences of over 5,000

The Tullyvar Road in Aughnacloy is closed following a crash earlier today. Emergency services are at the scene. It’s believed a number of people have been hospitalised. The road is closed in both directions and motorists are asked to avoid the area.

Repairs to a burst water main are ongoing in the Stranorlar area. Residents are advised that supply disruptions may be experienced as a result in the Mullindrait, Corcam, Cavan Lower, Carricknamanna, Burnrock, Killygordon, Stranorlar and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place until 2pm.

A man has been arrested as part of the investigation into a GSOC investigator attending a party alongside Gerry ‘The Monk’ Hutch. The man – who is in his 60s – is being detained at a Garda Station in the east of the country. The party was held in Dublin the night Mr. Hutch was

A HIQA inspection of the Ballyshannon Community Nursing Unit has found no non-compliances. There were 26 residents at the centre when the inspection took place in January. The report published today notes that good care was provided to the residents in the centre, and this was validated by feedback received from them. The full report

Inland Fisheries Ireland has welcomed the conviction of two men in Donegal for the possession of a record 16 illegal salmon nets near the River Drowes. The men were ordered to pay €6,000 in fines and fees. The Inland Fisheries Ireland Mobile Support Unit for fisheries protection, and local fisheries staff, discovered evidence of possible

Staycations are growing in popularity. New figures show a total of 13.3 million domestic trips were taken last year. It’s a 14% increase on the pre-covid days of 2019. The total spend for the period was €2.9billion, that’s up 36% on 2019. Fáilte Ireland CEO Paul Kelly is welcoming the figures, which he says demonstrates

A man and woman have been charged in connection with the theft of money from charity donation boxes at a Church in Derry. The 42 year old man and 40 year old woman were arrested following the theft on Tuesday at around 4:30pm in the Pennyburn area. They are due to appear before Derry Magistrates

Leak detection works may cause supply disruptions to Turk, Illies, Kinnego, Fallask, Foffenagh, Shandrum and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place from midnight until 6am tomorrow morning. Uisce Eireann recommends allowing 2-3 hours after the estimated restoration time for supply to fully return.

Killybegs Coast Guard have issued a notice on social media alerting the public to training due to take place on Fintra beach this evening. As part of the training 20 white rocket flares will be discharged. The training is taking place from 8:30pm this evening and will cease at 9:30pm. The rescue group are urging

The President of Ireland has issued a congratulations to Brad Heidi, winner of this years ‘A New Local Hero Award’. The award is a part of the Irish Music Month initiative and the winner was announced last night. Highland Radio nominated Charles James & The Rise with their original song titled “Elephants”.   Below is

Primary and special schools in Donegal are to receive over €1.8m to provide free school books for pupils. The permanent measure aims to ease some of the financial burden facing families with back-to-school costs. Minister Charlie McConalogue has confirmed that the grant payments being made to schools this week.

Police in the Derry have arrested a man and a woman in their forties after money was stolen from a church in Derry City. The PSNI was notified that charity boxes in the Pennyburn area were taken at around half four yesterday. A car was reported as being involved and officers later located it and

The Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council Cllr Sandra Duffy has requested an urgent cross-party meeting with senior management at Seagate. There are fears that job losses and wage cuts are on the horizon for the company. Councillor Sandra Duffy is seeking clarity on the global pressures facing Seagate and its impact on

The Milford & District Resource Centre has secured funding to progress its plans to develop a community hub at the old Milford Reformed Presbyterian Church. The Heritage Council has allocated €16,300 under the Community Heritage Grant scheme which will go towards a conservation plan and feasibility study of the building. The organisation plans to refurbish

Works to reduce water leaks in the Drumkeen area are set to get underway in the coming week. 1,300 metres of aged water mains are to be replaced with new modern pipes in Aughagault. Uisce Eireann says once operational, the new pipes will put a stop to bursts, outages and leakage and give customers much