The UK Government is being urged to reconsider its decision to cut its backing for a significant Irish peace fund. It’s decided not to continue with a £1 million contribution to the International Fund for Ireland, citing financial issues. The fund delivers a range of peace and reconciliation initiatives across Northern Ireland and in the […]
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A number of postmasters in Donegal may not renew their contract with An Post if pay conditions do not improve. The Tirconaill Tribune reports that many who signed their contract in 2018 now regret the decision, as nationally, 108 are said to be earning below the minimum wage. The demanded improvements include the covering of
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A batch of Aldi’s Roast Chicken Basil Pesto Pasta has been taken off supermarket shelves due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes. However, this latest recall is NOT being linked to other recent cases. Listeria can cause mild flu-like symptoms, or nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea.
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A West Donegal Councillor says he believes a meeting with Uisce Eireann in September will be treated as a “box ticking exercise”. Cllr Michael McClafferty claims the authority is causing major problems around the county. He says the building of homes are being delayed because of a lack of water infrastructure. Councillor McClafferty says as
West Donegal Councillor expects Uisce Eireann meeting to be “box ticking exercise” Read More »
Donegal County Council is being urged to seek a meeting with the Transport Minister to ensure the N15 upgrade is completed as far as Lifford. Works have been carried out from Ballyshannon to Ballybofey; however, Councillor Patrick McGowan says it’s vital the remainder of the route is brought up to standard. He’s calling for funding
An Coimisiún Pleanála has refused planning permission for Fort Dunree’s €12.5m visitor experience. The body says it was not satisfied, that effluent from the development can be satisfactorily treated and/or disposed of on site in a manner that would not give rise to the risk of pollution to surface water and/or ground water. The proposed
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A 3D printing demonstration took place in Manorcunningham today, showcasing the construction of houses using printing technology. Engineers and members of Donegal County Council, including Cllr Joy Beard, were among those in attendance. She says with the urgent demand for housing in Donegal every avenue to speed up the house building process needs to be
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The Donegal Donkey Sanctuary has issued an urgent appeal to local farmers and landowners. With over 100 donkeys currently in their care, the centre says it’s at full capacity and may soon have to turn away new intakes. Manager Danny Curran says rehoming has become increasingly difficult. He is urging anyone who has land and
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The ground trembled for over eight hours in Donegal, following a powerful earthquake off the far eastern coast of Russia overnight. The 8.8 magnitude quake, one of the strongest ever recorded, was detected by a seismometer at St Columba’s College in Stranorlar. Tsunami alerts remain active for parts of the Pacific, including Papua New Guinea
Donegal feels effects of Russian earthquake for over 8 hours Read More »
Uisce Eireann are tackling a number of burst pipes across the county. Issues in Termon, Culdaff and Ballintra, are being addressed, with projected completion times of 4pm,, 5pm and 2pm respectively.
Uisce Eireann tackling burst water mains in Termon, Culdaff and Ballintra Read More »
A Milford Area councillor says he believes there is a means of avoiding yesterday’s access issue in Fanad, with buses unable to get to the lighthouse, and being forced to terminate at Ballylar Post Office. TFI Local Link says they were unable to serve the Lighthouse due to haphazardly parked cars prohibiting the bus
Bus access issues at Fanad Lighthouse can be overcome – Blaney Read More »
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! Listener Susan recounts her positive experience at Letterkenny University Hospital after a family friend suffered a serious head injury, we discuss what might be behind a spike in cocaine usage
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This year’s #LoveDonegal Day will take place on Wednesday, 10th September 2025. Now in its sixth consecutive year, this much-loved initiative invites people in Donegal, and those from across the globe with a connection to the county, to celebrate what makes Donegal so special by using the hashtag ‘Love Donegal’ in their social media posts.
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There were 43 admitted patients awaiting beds at Letterkenny University Hospital this morning, 17 of them on Emergency Department trolleys. That was the third highest figure in the state this morning after Limerick and Galway according to the INMO’s Trolley Watch survey. There were 27 people awaiting beds at Sligo University Hospital, giving a combined
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In this week’s programme, Chris Ashmore catches up with Donegal man Garrett Harte, a multi award-winning senior media executive whose family is steeped in politics and who has more than two decades of experience in the broadcast industry. The former Editor-in-Chief of Newstalk, he led and shaped the national current affairs debate on critical political,
The Chair of the Killybegs History and Heritage Group is urging Donegal County Council to slightly realign the road widening project that is currently underway between Killybegs and Fintra. At present, the plan compromises a World War 2 lookout post at Fintra, one of three in the Killybegs area and 80 around the country. On
Archaeologist urges council to preserve WW2 lookout in Fintra Read More »
Less than one in five consumers think the homebuying system is transparent for buyers. 78 per cent of people believe estate agents should share the answers to questions other potential buyers ask. Research by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission shows people want more information earlier in the process. Simon Barry from the CCPC
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Repairs to a burst water main in Inishowen today may cause supply disruptions to Moville and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place until 3pm this afternoon.
Uisce Eireann tackling burst main in Moville Read More »
A removal service takes place this morning for the mother and two teenagers killed in Co. Fermanagh last week. Vanessa Whyte and her children Sara and James died after a gun attack at the family home in Maguiresbridge on Wednesday. Today’s service takes place at St. Mary’s Church in the village. Vanessa and her children
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The Taoiseach Micheál Martin says he’s appalled by a ‘shocking, unprovoked attack’ on a Garda on duty on Capel Street in Dublin. Tánaiste Simon Harris says ‘there will be zero tolerance for such appalling acts of violence’. The young probationary Garda has been treated in hospital overnight, after being stabbed shortly after 6pm. Assistant Commissioner
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1 in 4 people with asthma say they have gone without their medication at times due to the cost. A survey by the Asthma Society ahead of Budget Day also found 25% of their members went into arrears at least once over the last 12 months. It’s estimated that around 16,000 people in Donegal
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A Carndonagh based councillor says there needs to be national intervention in the case of the Cluain Darach development on Convent Road. Half of the 58 units are complete, but there’s been no movement since Donegal County Council withdrew an offer to buy the development a year ago because final agreement couldn’t be reached. At
Housing Activation Officer should look at Cluain Darrach impasse – Doherty Read More »
Donegal County Council has adopted a five-year Plant Purchase and Refurbishment Plan. It includes an investment of €3.3 million in machinery. The 2024-2028 Plant Purchase and Refurbishment Plan sets out requirements to meet the needs of the Council delivery service while complying with climate action and vehicles directives legislation. The investment will consolidate the Council’s
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Main Evening News, Sport and Obituaries – Tuesday, July 29th:
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Cars parked haphazardly are once again impacting bus services in Donegal. TFI Local Link has announced this afternoon that the 973 service to Fanad Lighthouse has been cancelled for the remainder of the day. The company says they are unable to serve the Lighthouse due to cars parked in the vicinity prohibiting the bus from
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UNIFIL is welcoming the conclusion of the trial process into the murder of Private Sean Rooney. Five men were given a combination of fines and short sentences in prison, while one man was sentenced to death for his role in ambushing the UN peacekeeping vehicle in December 2022. A seventh person was acquitted after the
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The Government has appointed current Deputy Commissioner Justin Kelly as the new Garda Commissioner. He will replace Drew Harris when he retires on September 1st. The role, with a salary of at least €314,000, will see Mr Kelly appointed to a five-year term or until the retirement age of 62. Former Garda Sergeant in Donegal,
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A Donegal Councillor is urging the Housing Minister to ‘put the brakes’ on the Office of the Planning Regulator. Minister James Browne has written to local authorities today urging them to change their local development plans to zone significantly more land for housing. Donegal Councillor Gerry McMonagle says they attempted to zone more land
DCC tried to zone more land for housing, but was blocked by the OPR – McMonagle Read More »
The only human milk bank across the Island of Ireland says demand for breast milk’s ‘exceptionally high’ – as it calls on breastfeeding mothers to donate. Last year, the service at Enniskillen’s South West Acute Hospital helped support neonatal Units across 27 hospitals. Louise McSharry is the Coordinator and also a former breast milk donor…………….
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The Nine Til Noon Show is broadcast, live Weekdays from 9am to 12noon- the podcast is below: In the first hour of today’s programme we hear how anti immigration campaigners plan to protest outside the homes of those working on or in IPAS centers if they don’t desist in doing so: Garda Grainne Doherty joins
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The conviction of a number of people in Lebanon in connection with the murder of Donegal based UN peacekeeper Private Sean Rooney does not bring any closure to his family or the state according to the Sinn Fein Defence Spokesperson. On today’s Nine til Noon Show, Ruari O’Murchu said there are still serious questions
SF Spokesperson says the family of Private Sean Rooney have not received justice Read More »
It has been revealed that Donegal had the lowest median income in 2024 at €603.67. The figure, though, represents a 7% increase on the year previous. The CSO data also showed that the men in the county earned 17% more than women, with a median income of €648.91 compared to €555.30.
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The new Garda Commissioner will be Justin Kelly, the current Deputy Commissioner for Security, Strategy and Governance. Announcing his appointment for a five-year term, Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan cited his extensive leadership experience over the last 30 years in some of the most challenging issues facing An Garda Síochána, including national security, domestic and sexual
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Donegal 2012 All Ireland winner Eamon McGee has been named as part of the backroom team for the Sligo senior football team. The Gaoth Dobhair native has been appointed coach and selector, while Eamonn O’Hara and Dessie Sloyan pair up as joint managers for a three year term. Speaking to Off the Ball, McGee said
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Gardai are appealing for witnesses to an alleged assault that happened at Navenny Street, Ballybofey, on Sunday night last between 9.30 and 9.50. A man reported that he was assaulted near the junction with Chestnut Road between those times by another man. The injured man was taken by ambulance to Letterkenny University Hospital to receive
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A caravan has been stolen from Tullygay in Letterkenny between midnight on Friday last and 8:30 am yesterday. The motor is a Bailey Pegasus GT65, is white in colour, and is a 2014 model. The public is asked to report any sightings of the caravan between those dates or to report if they see a
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Gardaí are investigating a number of public order and assault incidents that occurred in Carndonagh town last Thursday evening. An altercation is believed to have taken place between a number of male youths between approximately 5.45 and 6.30 at The Diamond, and also at Malin Street a short time later. One male teenager was subsequently taken
Gardai investigate public order and assault incidents in Carndonagh Read More »
An investigation has been launched after a hit-and-run incident in Carrigans. The two-vehicle collision happened at Castruse on Friday last, just before midnight. While the driver and passenger of one car, who were uninjured, remained at the scene, the other driver fled on foot. Gardaí are asking those who may have witnessed the incident or
Gardaí seek out driver of hit and run in Carrigans Read More »
An apparent attempt was made to break into an ESB substation on the Ballybofey Road in Donegal Town between midnight on Monday of last week and 9 o’clock on Sunday night last. Steel railings at the station were cut and bent, but entry was not gained to the main building, and nothing was stolen. Gardai
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Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to come forward after a crash has left a woman with life-threatening injuries. The collision, which involved two cars, happened on the N13, Letterkenny to Ballybofey road in the area of Listillion after 5 o’clock. Garda Sean Sweeney made the following appeal on this morning’s Nine ‘Til Noon Show:
Gardaí say a substantial amount of copper wire was stolen from the ESB substation at Lurgybrack, Letterkenny between 5 o’clock on Monday July 21st, and 9.30 yesterday morning. 300 metres of 19 by 1.5 wire were taken, along with nine five metre lengths of wire. No damage was caused to gain entry to the site.
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A 21-year-old man has been charged to court on multiple driving offences after he failed to stop for police in Eastway. The driver has been charged with dangerous driving, using a motor vehicle without insurance, failing to stop for police, not having a driving licence, and possession of a Class A controlled drug. He is
21 year old driver in Derry charged to court on numerous offences Read More »
Pharmacies are losing an average of €10,000 a year due to crime. New research from the Irish Pharmacy Union shows nearly 9 in 10 were victims of crime in the past year, and 94% have been hit twice. Fake tan, perfumes and drugs are the items most commonly stolen, while in 14% of cases, the
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The plan to allow modular homes in back gardens, without planning permission, goes before ministers again today. It comes as local authorities are to be told to significantly increase the amount of land zoned for housing. A change to the rules would mean planning permission would no longer be needed for cabins and modular homes,
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A man has been sentenced to death for the murder of Private Sean Rooney, a soldier from Newtowncunningham, in Lebanon. Mohammad Ayyad was not in court when the decision was handed down. A number of his co-accused were given lighter sentences. The 24-year-old was serving with UNIFIL forces in Lebanon when he was shot dead
Man handed down death sentence for the murder of a Donegal soldier in Lebanon Read More »
The Health Minister says her desire is that Letterkenny University Hospital will be a place for people to want to come and work, and where the best care will be delivered for the people of Donegal. Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill announced yesterday that a two-theatre surgical hub will be delivered for the hospital along with
Main Evening News, Sport and Obituaries – Monday, July 28th:
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Police are treating the theft of two wreaths from Strabane Cenotaph as a sectarian hate crime. The incident occurred sometime between 10pm last night and 9:30am this morning. Anyone who noticed any suspicious activity in the area, or who may have relevant camera footage, including dash cam, is urged to contact police in Strabane.
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Uisce Eireann is set to begin work shortly on a €3.4 million upgrade in St Johnston. A wastewater pumping station is to be constructed in the village. The utility says the current wastewater infrastructure in the village is inadequate. The works, it says, will support growth in the area and will also remove untreated discharges
Work to begin shortly on €3.4m water upgrade in St Johnston Read More »
The Health Minister anticipates that the Surgical Hub for Letterkenny University Hospital will be delivered in two years. Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill visited the hospital today after announcing the development of a new two-theatre surgical hub beside the existing hospital, along with one for Sligo. Earlier this year, it was announced that Sligo University Hospital
Health Minister anticipates LUH Surgical Hub will be delivered in two years Read More »
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