A man has died after being fatally injured as a result of a falling tree in Co Wexford. Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene this morning, in the Ballythomas area. It is understood that a man, aged in his 60s, was injured and later pronounced dead at the scene. The body of the man …
Today’s weather conditions have led to calls for better mobile phone coverage across Donegal. Early this morning, five vehicles became stuck on the Glenveigh road and due to a lack of mobile phone coverage they were unable to seek help. West Donegal Councillor Michael McClafferty says this morning’s incident is evidence of the vital need …
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Finn Harps v Drogheda United tonight in the Premier Division has been called off. Two pitch inspections were held today. The second of which deemed the pitch unplayable due to the effects of Storm Eunice. The game will be refixed for a later date. It means Harps opening game in the Premier Division will be …
Gaeltacht families hosting students will benefit from the Language Learners Scheme grants. Gaeltacht courses of at least 3 days will benefit from grants from the Irish language learners scheme. Minister Jack Chambers announced the measure today, which will aim to assist the recovery of the Irish language sector. Families who provide accommodation for students …
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Early Childhood Ireland says the pandemic has focussed peoples’ minds on the importance of education for children under 5, and they want that reflected in government investment in the sector. The body has just published its annual barometer of opinion, with 79% of people in the North West saying they believe that young children have …
The Director of Emergency Services at Donegal County Council says Storm Eunice has not had the same level of impact on Donegal as was initially feared. Parts of the county have experienced minor falls of snow compared to areas on higher ground. It is hoped that the routes which are currently blocked will reopen …
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15 million euro in funding is to be allocated to outdoor activities across rural Ireland. The scheme is part of this year’s Budget, and will promote activities such as hiking, swimming and cycling. Adventure tourism became particularly popular in rural areas during the pandemic. The government says it hopes this investment will continue that …
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Over 4,000 homes and businesses have had their power restored by the ESB. Outages at Ardnagappry, Derrybeg and Gweedore have been cleared. At one point, there were over 1,100 people without power in Stranorlar – That’s now down to 189, with power expected to be restored within the hour. There are currently outages in Moville …
Storm Eunice is causing severe travel disruption across Donegal this morning. People are being urged to exercise extreme caution following a number of cars reportedly off the road in various parts of the county. Donegal County Council say that the Back of Errigal Road is currently impassable with Drivers advised to use the N56 …
A Donegal Deputy Thomas Pringle is backing calls for a public enquiry into the so-called Garda ‘Heavy Gang’. A recent RTE series alleges that a professional group of Garda investigators and interrogators existed within An Garda Síochána during the 80s, with claims that they used coercive interview tactics. Speaking in the Dail, Deputy Pringle …
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Over six thousand people are currently without power in west Donegal. Crews are repairing the fault and power is expected to be restored to the Ardnagappary area shortly. Some customers in Gweedore and Kilcar are also experiencing outages. Almost 1150 properties in the Stranorlar area have also been hit with power outages – estimated restoration …
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A number of Covid-19 testing facilities have amended their opening times for today due to the storm. Letterkenny and Donegal will now open from 1pm to 7pm. Both Sligo and Leitrim testing centres will open at the later times of 11am. Closing times are as usual. The HSE has developed a webpage that provides …
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Parts of Donegal are covered in a blanket of snow this morning as Storm Eunice makes landfall. People are being urged to exercise extreme caution following a number of cars reportedly off the road in various parts of the county. Donegal County Council say that the Back of Errigal Road is currently impassable due …
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The age of applicants who must supply a medical report to secure a driving licence will increase from 70 to 75 from Monday. The requirement had been temporarily suspended during the Covid-19 pandemic to ease pressure on medical services. However, those who have an identified illness will still be required to do so by …
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Schools and colleges in Donegal and eight other counties will be shut today due to Storm Eunice. It’s bringing strong winds of up to 130 kilometres per hour, with a Red wind warning coming to an end around now in Cork, Kerry and Clare. A red alert for Waterford will stay in place until …
A status red wind warning is in place for four counties this morning due to Storm Eunice. Cork, Kerry and Clare are affected until 8am, while the red alert for Waterford will stay in place until 11am. A status orange snow warning is in effect for Donegal, Leitrim, Sligo, Mayo and Roscommon until 3pm, …
It’s expected people won’t have to wear facemasks any longer in most settings on February 28th. Nphet’s decided there won’t be a mandatory requirement to wear them in schools, on public transport or in shops. The Chief Medical Officer Tony Holohon is also recommending Nphet should be stood down. NBRU General Secretary Dermot O’Leary …
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A Donegal Deputy has warned that there has been many false dawns for Mica homeowners in terms of a Redress scheme. Despite the enhanced redress scheme being launched with much fanfare last year, affected homeowners have yet to access it with further delays being faced. Tanaiste Leo Varadkar in recent weeks said he would be …
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Storm Eunice is set to bring blizzard-like conditions tomorrow. A status orange snow warning is in place from 3am-3pm tomorrow. Some services will be impacted by the weather warnings, including: All schools in Donegal will close tomorrow All colleges and further education facilities in Donegal will remain closed tomorrow An Grianán Theatre will be closed …
Blizzard-like conditions have been forecast for Donegal tomorrow as Storm Eunice arrives. A Status Orange Snow warning is in place for the North West from 3am to 3pm tomorrow. A status Yellow Wind and Rain warning is also in place for the county. All schools in Donegal will close tomorrow as directed by the Department …
A large sperm whale has been spotted stranded along the coast of Donegal. The whale was discovered stranded today at Malin Head. Marine Mammal Stranding Responders were on the scene. The Ocean Research & Conservation Association say the species are sensitive to anthropogenic sounds and have questioned is the stranding is the result of acute …
NPHET’s recommended an end to mandatory face mask wearing in all settings, except some healthcare settings. The move would take effect from February 28th. Health officials have recommenced those who feel they need to wear facemasks will be supported. Testing and tracing will also be scaled back, with the details of such a move to …
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9,441 new cases of Covid 19 have been confirmed this afternoon, 5,035 through PCR tests and 4,406 through positive antigen tests recorded yesterday on the HSE portal. As of 8am today, 639 COVID-19 patients are hospitalised, of whom 58 are in ICU. Latest figures for Letterkenny University Hospital show 29 infected patients, one of them …
Sinn Fein’s Finance Spokesperson and the Green Party leader have clashed in the Dail over cost of living measures announced last week. Minister Eamon Ryan accused Sinn Fein of constantly changing their approach after Donegal Deputy Pearse Doherty hit out at what he said was Minister Ryan’s determination to increase already soaring energy prices with …
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Schools in Donegal are to close tomorrow as Storm Eunice arrives. The Department of Education has confirmed that due to the extreme nature of Storm Eunice and the threat of multi-hazard weather events as confirmed by Met Éireann, it is advising that schools in counties where Status Red wind warnings and status Orange snow warnings …
Letterkenny Institute of Technology has introduced a new anonymous reporting tool called ‘Speak Out’ for staff and students. This is part of a national initiative launched recently by the Higher Education Minister. The online and anonymous reporting platform allows members of LYIT’s community to report in a safe and confidential manner any incidents of bullying, …
The laws enforcing masks in shops and on public transport are due to expire at the end of the month. Minister Simon Harris says the rule is likely to be dropped if that’s what the public health advice is……. Letterkenny Hair stylist Patrick Gildea they will continue to wear face coverings in his premises after …
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An upgraded Orange Storm warning is now in place for Donegal, Leitrim, Sligo, Mayo and Roscommon bringing heavy sleet and snow leading to blizzard-like conditions in parts with treacherous driving conditions. This warning will be in place from 3 o’clock tomorrow morning to 3 o’clock tomorrow afternoon. Donegal County Council is once again urging members …
Momentum is said to be building around the idea of establishing an Educate Together secondary school in Letterkenny. Currently, there is an Educate Together primary school in the town but it’s thought that there could be an appetite locally for pupils to have the option to progress to a similar school at second level. …
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The European Consumer Centre says some people are still awaiting refunds from certain airlines for cancelled flights almost two years after their travel plans were affected by Covid 19. The ECC says some airlines have not returned all monies owed, even though they are obliged to do so under the law. ECC Spokesperson Dr Cyril …
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Garda management should be using the Garda Reserve more, particularly at community level. That’s according to a former member of the Reserve, who spoke to Greg Hughes on the Nine til Noon Show today following calls yesterday from Cllr Albert Doherty for more gardai to address antisocial behaviour in Carndonagh. Donal, who had …
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A status red wind warning has been issued for Cork and Kerry ahead of Storm Eunice tomorrow. Met Eireann has also updated its orange alert, with 14 counties in the bottom half of the country set to be impacted. The rest of the country will come under a yellow wind, snow and rain warning
The Minister for the OPW says the Corn & Flax Mills in Newmills will not be given any significant funding unless visitor numbers increase. The OPW owned facility on the outskirts of Letterkenny is said to have huge tourism potential, with calls for it to be promoted better on a national stage. A number …
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A Donegal County Councillor is urging people to take part in a public consultation on how the Board of Údarás na Gaeltachta should be selected. The public and interested organisations are being invited to share their opinions and suggestions in writing with the Department in relation to the matter between now and 25 March 2022. …
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The Parents Association at Moville Community College has expressed frustration over slow progress a long awaited extension at the school. The building, which was first promised back in 2015, will effectively be separate to the existing school but will be linked with a walkway. The main points of the build are to allow for …
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The State’s emergency weather response team’s warning of potential power cuts ahead of the arrival of Storm Eunice. The storm’s expected to arrive early tomorrow morning, bringing strong winds and coastal flooding. A Status Orange Wind Warning’s will be in place in seven southern counties, while a yellow alert for wind, rain and snow will …
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The Dail will today hear calls for hospital parking to be made free for people with outpatient appointments. Aontu leader Peadar Tobin and Independent TD Cathal Berry are putting forward a bill that’s proposing three hours of free parking for every hospital visit. A government spokesperson says it has no plans to oppose the …
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The National Public Health Emergency Team will meet today to consider lifting the legal requirement for facemasks to be worn in certain settings. They may no longer be required in shops, on public transport or in schools. NPHET will meet later to consider ending the mask mandate which had been due to run until …
A Donegal Deputy has accused the Taoiseach of refusing to hear statements from opposition parties in the Dail. Deputy Padraig MacLochlainn claims for two weeks in a row Government has refused to hear any statements requested by those in the opposition. He says this is despite Micheal Martin previously committing to two debates on …
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The Dail has been told that the transport system in Ireland is a system of inequality, and immediate action is needed to replace services and allowances which have been scaled down, or are no longer available. Deputy Thomas Pringle was speaking during a debate on mobility and transport supports for people with disabilities. He …
Hefty penalties could be on the way for anyone found to be interfering with defibrillators or life buoys. The Seanad will today debate the Life Saving Equipment Bill 2017, as part of its journey through the Oireachtas. It would impose a maximum five year sentence, a 50,000 euro fine or both for anyone convicted. …
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The strength of sterling and interest from Northern Ireland, could be contributing to high house prices in the border region. That’s according to the Institute of Professional Auctioneers and Valuers. It comes as CSO figures show residential property prices nationally went up by 14.4 per cent in 2021. However, homes near the border saw increases …
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Main Evening News, Sport and Obituaries Wednesday February 16th:
The Department of Health has today confirmed 9,881 cases of Covid-19. The Health Protection Surveillance Centre has been notified of 5,268 PCR-confirmed cases while 4,613 people registered a positive antigen test through the HSE portal. There has been an additional 108 covid related deaths over the past week.
Donegal Deputy Thomas Pringle has told the Dail that an investigation into HSE management in the North West needs to be conducted. He pressed the Taoiseach in the Dail today to ensure san investigation would be carried out. It comes following a number of incidents in HSE managed centres for people with disabilities in Donegal …
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Letterkenny University Hospital says significant delays are being experienced by patients who are waiting to be admitted to a bed on a ward. The hospital continues to be impacted by COVID-19. As of 8pm last night there were 25 patients with COVID-19 being treated in hospital, and four wards are closed due to outbreaks. Management …
A total of €253,815.75 has been handed over eight charities following Noah’s Bed Push in August of last year. The four day event which brought a team of seven pushers from Crumlin Children’s Hospital in Dublin to Letterkenny University Hospital Letterkenny attracted huge interest, with thousands coming on to the streets to encourage them and …
Final figure for Noah’s Bed Push is over €253,000 Read More »
The Taoiseach has been pressed to ensure an investigation into HSE management in the North West is carried out. Donegal Deputy Thomas Pringle called on Micheal Martin in the Dail today to investigate what he’s described as “ongoing patterns of failure” in residential centres in the region. It comes following details contained in the Brandon …
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Latest figures show people in Dublin have the highest disposable incomes in the state, while people in Donegal have the fourth lowest. Preliminary CSO statistics for 2020 show disposable income in Dublin was €27,913 compared to a national average of €23,615. The lowest regional disposable income was €18,378, recorded in the Midlands, while the Border …
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The government should be providing more cash to pig farmers in “dire” need. That’s according to a Midlands North West MEP. According to the Irish Farmers Association, other European countries have used post-pandemic funding to increase aid to their farmers. The IFA says farmers are facing “spiralling costs” which are outside their control. MEP, Chris …
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