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Letterkenny University Hospital is currently experiencing bed availability pressure as a result of significant delays in the hospital’s Emergency Department. Yesterday, 152 people attended the ED. The Saolta University Health Care Group says the Emergency Department at Letterkenny University Hospital has been extremely busy over the past few days with high numbers patients presenting resulting

Irish Water say that there may be some disruptions to water supply in Kerrykeel this afternoon, due to repairs to a burst water main. A traffic management plan will be in place there, with Irish Water estimating that repairs will be completed by 2:30pm this Tuesday afternoon. Also Irish Water say that works will be

The former mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council has quit the DUP. Cllr Graham Warke released a statement on Monday night saying he had told the DUP of his decision to leave the party and “move forward with a new political pathway”. It’s understood that Mr Warke will continue in his capacity on

Gardai are appealing for information following a burglary at a home in Letterkenny on Saturday. The burglary occurred at a house in Meadowbank Park, Letterkenny between 1.55am and 2.15am on Saturday and a small window to the rear of the property was removed and entry was gained. The residents of the house were at home

A man remains in hospital following assault that occurred on the High Road, Letterkenny last Sunday shortly before 11.20pm. Gardaí were on patrol when they observed an injured man laying on the footpath at that location and a number of people had gathered to try to assist him. As part of their investigation, Gardaí are

Gardaí are seeking information regarding a road traffic collision in the Malin area. Gardaí say that a silver Audi A4, with partial registration 09 D 247, crashed into a field at Ballylinn, Noriorra, Malin early on Monday morning, at approximately 1:15am. When Gardaí arrived at the scene, nobody was in or around the car, with

Gardaí from the Letterkenny Roads Policing Unit nabbed 11 motorists for speeding in one 100 kph  stretch of road alone on Bank Holiday Monday. They say that 11 Fixed Charge Penalty Notices for speeding offences in a 100 kph speed zone were handed out. Elsewhere Gardaí say a driver was stopped by Letterkenny Roads Policing

The Taoiseach will travel to Strasbourg in France today, where he will unveil a bust in honour of former MEP and Nobel Peace Prize winner John Hume. Micheal Martin will meet representatives of the Council of Europe to mark Ireland’s Presidency this year and will also visit the European Court of Human Rights. This evening

Police say they’re looking for witnesses as a man was seen exiting a car along the A5 road in Strabane. They say they’re appealing to anyone who was travelling along the A5 in Strabane last Wednesday (1st June 2022) between 7pm and 7:30pm, and may have witnessed a distressed male exiting the front passenger seat

A Donegal woman has been elected as the new Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council. Councillor Sandra Duffy, who is originally from Burnfoot takes over the role from Councillor Graham Warke. The new Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Councillor Sandra Duffy has committed to represent all the people of the

Police in the North are appealing for information and witnesses following a report of criminal damage to a premises within the vicinity of Railway Street, Strabane. Police say that some time between 5pm on Wednesday, 1st June and 8am on Monday, 6th June a window of the building was broken – causing extensive damage. Enquiries

The latest figures from the Department of Education show that over 300 Ukrainian children have enrolled in County Donegal schools since the outbreak of war in Ukraine. There are now a total of 229 Ukrainian children in primary schools here, with 85 enrolled in post-primary education as of last Friday. Nationally, 6,797 Ukrainian children have

Two men were killed in a traffic collision that occurred in County Sligo yesterday evening. The three-vehicle incident happened around twenty-past-five yesterday evening. The driver and passenger of one car were killed in the collision. The N15 was closed overnight between Sligo Town and Drumcliffe while Gardaí conducted a forensic examination. Anyone who witnessed the

Today is the final day members of the public can give their opinions on the 11 proposed regeneration sites and initiatives that comprise the 2040 Letterkenny Regeneration Strategy. This is the third and final phase of consultation needed to prepare a Regeneration Strategy for Letterkenny town centre to identify ambitious priorities for it as an

Bus Eireann has cancelled a number of its scheduled routes between Donegal and Dublin today, without providing explanation. In a statement on social media the bus company announced that three of the planned routes would be cancelled between today and tomorrow. The 8am bus this morning leaving from Dublin to Donegal was cancelled, as was

A new report in today’s Sunday Independent claims that residents and family representatives of those who were impacted by what was uncovered in the Brandon Report are intending to pursue legal action against the HSE. The Independent also claims that staff members at the Ard Greine Court Complex in Stranorlar are also looking to pursue

Gardaí in Buncrana say that at least six sheep were killed in a dog attack in Inishowen earlier this week. They say they received a report of an attack on sheep that occurred at Carnagarve, Moville at some stage between Thursday night and Friday morning. At least six sheep were killed and more may have

Donegal County Council has unveiled a plaque to acknowledge the role of the former Letterkenny Town Council in the development of the town. The plaque is located at the Letterkenny Public Services Centre. The Town Council, previously known as the Urban District was the main body for Local Government in the town for over 100

Bord Iascaigh Mhara has today confirmed the Brexit Blue Economy Enterprise Development Scheme is officially open for applications. The €25 million scheme offers grants to enable coastal communities to restructure, reconfigure, retrain, and diversify post-Brexit, with companies and communities within 10km of the coastline qualifying. Marine Minister Charlie McConalogue says the scheme will help strengthen

20 new jobs are being created in Donegal. Bon Appetit by Dudie’s Street Food, based in Killygordan has announced the creation of the posts which include full and part time positions for chefs, food production operatives, delivery drivers, cleaners and admin staff. The food production company supplies over 60 retailers across the Northwest.

The Housing Minister has announced an increase in the discretion rate for all HAP tenancies. Darragh O’Brien says the increase from 20 to 35% will secure and expand more tenancies and prevent new entries to homelessness. He’s also signalled that future applications from single people will be eligible for the couples rate of the Housing

Donegal County Council has opened a second call for the Caravan, Camping, Campervan and Motorhome grant scheme. This round will specifically target voluntary or community-based groups. The grant scheme will be open until the end of June, and will focus on supporting new and additional overnight facilities in locations currently underserved in the county, including

A video which mocks the death of Michaela McAreavey in Mauritius has been met with shock and anger. Police in the North have confirmed they’re examining the video to determine if any offences may have been committed. The video, which is alleged to have been filmed during centenary celebrations in the north has been met

Gardai in Donegal are warning that they will be out in force this Bank Holiday weekend. High visibility checkpoints and speed checks will be carried out across the county. Gardai say their focus will be the detection of key lifesaver offences including speeding, drink/drug driving and the non-wearing of seat-belts. During National Slow Down Day