There has been a 5% decrease in the number of people on the Live Register in Donegal last month. 7,289 people were signing on in the county during September. That’s down compared to 7,665 during the same period in 2024. Across the country, 169,300 people were on the Live Register in September, up 100 from […]
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Five sets of historic, skeletal human remains have been found during the excavation at the former mother and baby home in Tuam. The remains are consistent with the Workhouse era of 1841 to 1918, before the site housed the mother and baby institution, and are undergoing analysis. The excavation has been ongoing for 10 weeks,
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A Midlands North West MEP has warned Donegal remains “dangerously” exposed to extreme weather events. It’s after the Climate Change Advisory Council confirmed that no all-of-government emergency plan is in place yet, nine months on from Storm Éowyn. MEP Ciaran Mullooly has praised ESB crews, local volunteers and emergency staff for their work during the
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It’s being warned that massive fish quota reductions announced earlier could lead to an “economic Armageddon” in the North West. On Tuesday, it was announced that the mackerel quota is set to reduce by 70%, equating to approximately €66 million in revenue. Meanwhile, quotas for blue whiting look to be cut by 41%. This follows
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A man is to be further charged in connection with the discovery of a body in County Donegal earlier this year. The body of a man was found in Killybegs on April 13th. A man in his 50s is due to appear before Ballyshannon District Court this morning. Gardaí say investigations are ongoing.
Two people have been charged to court following a police pursuit in Coalisland, Tyrone yesterday, in which two officers were injured. A 36-year-old man has been charged with criminal damage and a number of driving offences, including dangerous driving and driving while unfit through drink or drugs. He is due to appear before Dungannon Magistrates’
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The capital programme supporting the new €41 million veterinary college at Donegal ATU has been formally approved by the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science and the Department of Agriculture, Food and Marine. The facility will be located at Carnamuggagh in Letterkenny and is expected to be completed for the
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Gale force winds are forecast in a number of counties today ahead of Storm Amy. A Status Orange wind warning will come into effect in counties Donegal, Galway, Leitrim, Mayo and Sligo from 2pm until 10pm. The rest of the country will be under a yellow alert for wind from midday, while a Status Yellow
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The Northern Ireland Assembly has been told that the North West is still not getting the investment and support it needs, despite claims to the contrary from the Executive. In the chamber this week, Foyle MLA Mark Durkan said Derry is experiencing record homelessness and lack of opportunity, at a tome when services are being
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A cross-border project has been launched to raise awareness of the impacts of frailty. The €8.4 million CAWT Early Frailty Intervention Project, being rolled out by the Co-operation and Working Together, aims to help raise awareness of the impacts of frailty and to provide individuals with education and community supports to promote a proactive approach
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Police are appealing for information following a robbery at a filling station in Derry. At around 7.50pm on Wednesday, a man, described as being approximately 5’6” tall, wearing a black puffa jacket, black trousers, black shoes and a balaclava, pushed his way into the premises in the Creggan Road area of Rosemount and forced a
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Two officers have been injured during a police pursuit in County Tyrone. It happened while they were on patrol in the Moor Road area of Coalisland today. They tried to stop a car with no insurance, but it sped off, leading to a police chase, during which the police car was reverse-rammed by the suspect’s
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Emergency services are at the scene of a crash between Stranorlar and Killygordan this evening. A lorry has gone off the road close to St Joseph’s Hospital, Stranorlar. Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes. Gardai say a stop/go system is in place until 7pm, after which the road will be closed for a number
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Gardaí in Inishowen say they are investigating all of the circumstances surrounding the discovery of a man with injuries on the road at Bridgend last night. At approximately 8:20 last night Gardaí received a report of a male with injuries on the road at Bridgend. The man, aged in his 20s, was subsequently brought to
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Four men have been hospitalised following a medical emergency in Strabane. Police were alerted to the incident at a house in the Derry Road area of the town this morning. They say they are content that the cause of the emergency has been identified and that there is no risk to any other members of
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Employees in Donegal have the lowest average income in the country. Latest CSO figures show that last year, employees in Donegal had an average annual income of €40,600. That’s up 7% compared to the previous year. Those aged 40-49 were the biggest earners in the county last year with men earning more than women. You
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A cost of living package, 10 euro a day childcare and the end of stamp duty for first time buyers are amongst the proposals in Sinn Fein’s alternative budget. The party announced their 13.4 billion euro proposals this afternoon, ahead of Government’s spending outline next Tuesday. Sinn Fein TD Pearse Doherty says the party’s call
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The Nine Til Noon is broadcast live weekdays from 9am to 12noon. Here you can listen back to a Podcast of Thursday’s show: Alan O’Reilly looks forward to the potential impact of Storm Amy, Minister Neale Richmond invites entries to Our World Awards and Cllr Mícheál Choilm Mac Giolla Easbuig says we need to have
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Council representatives from across the North West had another meeting with the North’s Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins last evening to discuss the importance of progressing the A5, primarily in terms of its importance in saving lives, but also because of its key role in the context of the economic development of the region. Mayor of
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Donegal County Council is warning of a risk of flash flooding across Donegal as Storm Amy approaches. A status yellow rain warning remains in effect for the county until 8pm this evening while a status yellow wind warning comes into effect at 12 noon tomorrow which will upgrade to status orange at 2pm. In addition,
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Members of the Glenties Municipal District are to hold a workshop later this month to discuss the impact of tourism on the local community, particularly in terms of its effect on the availability of accommodation. The impact of Air B&B is expected to form a large part of that conversation. The workshop was sought by
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Uisce Eireann says repairs to a burst water main in Rathmullan may cause supply interruptions today, with works set to end by 3:30. Meanwhile, in South Donegal, repair to a burst main in Bundoran may affect supplies in Drumacrin, Rathmore and surrounding areas.
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The government’s record on transport infrastructure in Donegal has come under scrutiny in the Dail. Raising questions about plans for rail development, Deputy Charles Ward criticised Minister Darragh O’Brien, saying he turned his back on Donegal as Housing Minister, and urging him not to do so as Transport Minister. Minister of State, Jerry Buttimer said
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A Foyle MLA says untreated endometriosis represents a financial and social cost to society. A motion came before the Northern Ireland Assembly this week calling for the establishment of specialist services to diagnose and treat the condition. Sinead McLaughlin claims the severe lack of diagnoses is keeping families in poverty with women unable to work.
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Resurfacing works are being carried out today and tomorrow in MÍn na Croise and MÍn Doire Eidhin in West Donegal. The road between Min na Croise and Tobar Caoin will be blocked to facilitate the works. Works will also be carried out at the MÍn na Croise crossroads near the Chapel. Diversions will be in
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Main Evening News, Sport and Obituaries – Wednesday, October 1st:
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A new marketing campaign for Donegal, aiming to target the domestic market, has been launched. Following on from the TBEX conference, which saw hundreds of travel writers and content creators descend on the county, the “Unrushed. Unspoiled. Donegal” campaign will showcase the best of Donegal through a targeted digital marketing campaign and a dedicated offers
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Enquiries are ongoing following a three-car crash in Newtowncunningham last night. Three drivers and one passenger were taken to Letterkenny University Hospital after the collision, which occurred at around 8:15pm. Gardaí have described their injuries as non-life-threatening.
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Over 2,200 complaints were made to the Garda Ombudsman Commission last year. 58% of those were ruled admissible, according to the latest GSOC annual report. In Donegal, 63 complaints were made against 73 Gardai in 2024. Within the 2,226 complaints received by GSOC in 2024, there were 2,883 allegations. 37 referrals came from An Garda
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A Consultant in Public Health Medicine says uptake in the North West of flu and Covid 19 vaccines last year was varied, and the hope is to significantly increase the uptake this year. Dr Anthony Breslin was talking to Highland Radio News as the HSE today commenced offering its winter vaccination programme. The free flu
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There have been around three home burglaries per county per week since April. Over 900 arrests for burglary related activity were made over the last six months – which is about four arrests a day. Gardaí are warning a surge of about 20 per cent in cases of the crime is likely to occur in
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As Storm Amy heads across the Atlantic, a yellow wind warning has been issued for 12 hours on Friday between Midday and Midnight. Met Eireann is warning of strong to near gale force and gusty southwesterly winds, with the potential for difficult travelling conditions, debris, loose objects displaced, and the possibility of some fallen trees.
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The Nine til Noon Show is broadcast live weekdays 9am til 12noon! If you missed Wednesday’s live show, you can listen to the podcast below! We continue the conversation of diffing with listeners having their say, a Councillor queries why Glenveagh castle tours are just 5 days a week and theirs claims that people Eircodes
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The Seanad has been told that Donegal County Council has been given clearance to begin design on a safety scheme for Dunkineely National School near Killybegs. Junior Minister Kieran O’Donnell told Senator Manus Boyle this follows discussions earlier this year between the council and Transport Infrastructure Ireland, in the hope that funding can be secured
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A yellow rain warning has been issued for tomorrow. The warning covers Donegal, Cavan, Longford and the provinces of Connaught and Munster. Met Eireann says people should expect widespread rain, heavy at times, with the possibility of localised flooding, difficult travelling conditions and blocked drains. The alert comes into effect at 6 o’clock tomorrow morning,
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Uisce Éireann says it continues to work to lift the Boil Water Notice in place for customers on the Glenties-Ardara Public Water Supply. Following a deterioration in the raw water quality entering the water treatment due to inclement weather conditions, the notice was issued in on 15 September to protect the health of customers on
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Donegal County Council says it’s been engaging with the ISPCA regarding its planned withdrawal from the Donegal Dog Warden Service from next year. The council says the primary focus is to arrange a smooth transition of the Dog Warden Service over the coming months, and the closure of the ISPCA Centre at Ballyar near Letterkenny
Mechanism must be found to reopen ISPCA centre in Donegal – Jordan Read More »
The HSE has confirmed its Nursing Service is not available on Tory Island today due to planned leave and mandatory training. The service was also unavailable last weekend. The HSE says a planned programme of specialised island nurse training is now mandatory for all Island Nurses on Tory Island, and all staff currently doing island
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More childcare providers may leave the Core Funding scheme, resulting in higher costs for families. The Journal Investigates found 51 owners have left in the last 4 years as they say the funding doesn’t cover their costs. By leaving the scheme, providers are free to increase their fees by up to 300 or 400 euro
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The trial of ‘Soldier F’ over the events of Bloody Sunday resumes at Belfast Crown Court this morning. The former paratrooper is accused of murdering James Wray and William McKinney and attempting to murder five others in 1972 in Derry – he denies all charges. Thirteen people were shot dead when members of the parachute
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The Dail has been told that if retrospective payments for defective block homeowners are not included in the budget next week, it will be a major failing on the part of the government. Raising the issue, Deputy Charles Ward also asked the Taoiseach about affected homes at Elm Park in Buncrana, which owners want to
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Donegal County Council has been told there was no wrongdoing identified in a recent review of spending on council purchase cards. Chief Executive John McLaughlin said sampled expenditure was found to be legitimately required for Council business, and within approved budgets. The review made a certain number of recommendations which the Chief Executive said are
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Resurfacing works are being carried out today and tomorrow in MÍn na Croise and MÍn Doire Eidhin in West Donegal. The road between Min na Croise and Tobar Caoin will be blocked to facilitate the works. Works will also be carried out at the MÍn na Croise crossroads near the Chapel. Diversions will be in
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People in Donegal are urged to avail of the HSE’s winter vaccination programme. The free flu vaccine is available to recommended groups, while those aged 60 and over and children 6 months and older with a weak immune system are invited for their next COVID-19 vaccine. Both the flu and Covid-19 vaccines are available from
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A cross-party Dail motion has called on Israel not to target the global aid flotilla. The flotilla is nearing Gaza with a number of Irish citizens on board, including Sinn Féin senator Chris Andrews and Independent TD Barry Heneghan. The human rights activists are attempting to breach Israel’s blockade of Gaza to deliver food and
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Main Evening News, Sport and Obituaries – Tuesday, September 30th:
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A multi-agency operation to combat environmental and wildlife crime was recently conducted in Donegal. Inland Fisheries Ireland carried out inspections of refrigerated and other vehicles at a checkpoint in a bid to detect any illegal nets or fish possessed in breach of fisheries regulations or by-laws. Other agencies involved were An Garda Síochána, Donegal County
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Almost 23,000 people in Donegal are eligible for a free Public Services Companion Pass. As of this week, those over 70 years of age can have another person, aged 16 or older, travel with them for free on all public and certain private transport services operated under the Free Travel Scheme. Minister of State, Charlie
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A row has broken out in the Dail between Donegal Deputy Pearse Doherty and the Taoiseach over plans for a new bike shed at the National Maternity Hospital. Sinn Féin is calling for the plans to be scrapped. A tender has quoted a price of €100,000 for the project. It comes a year after revelations
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The Seanad has been told that the courthouse in Donegal Town will close temporarily from tomorrow, with court sitting initially being transferred to Ballyshannon, while a temporary base is sought within Donegal Town itself. The issue was raised by Cllr Manus Boyle, who stressed the importance of keeping court sittings in the town. Responding on
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