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A woman in her 80s has died following a fatal house fire in West Donegal. Gardaí are investigating the circumstances of the blaze which broke out in Doochary earlier today. The fire was extinguished by Emergency Services at approximately 4.40pm and the body of the woman discovered deceased inside the premises. The scene is currently

There are 4,761 new cases of Covid 19 today. 1,749 are PCR-confirmed cases, while 3,012 people registered a positive antigen test through the HSE portal. 1,004 COVID-19 patients are in hospital, down 77 on yesterday. 53 are in ICU, which is a decrease of 2.

It’s emerged that over €254 million in compensation has been paid out by the Saolta University Health Care Group over the past decade. Figures obtained by Aontú Leader, Peadar Tóibín reveal that a total of €1.6 billion has been forked out by hospitals across the country in damages since 2012. Last year alone, the Saolta

  Detectives are investigating an incident in Derry during which shots were fired by masked men in the Bogside area. It’s believed this occurred sometime on Friday night in the Durrow Park area where officers yesterday conducted a search. A number of items have been seized and taken away for forensic examination. Police are aware

Gardai in Donegal are warning that they will be out in force over the Easter Bank Holiday weekend. High visibility checkpoints and speed checks will be carried out across Donegal and motorists are being urged to ensure that they make road safety a top priority. Drivers are being urged to keep a constant eye on

  An investigation is continuing into two assaults in North Inishowen. Gardai say that the two incidents occurred at the same location on the Moville Road, Carndonagh over the past few weeks. The first assault which was only recently reported occurred in the early hours of Sunday morning the 3rd of April at approx. 3am.

  Two bikes have been stolen from a property in Letterkenny. The burglary happened at An Gleann Rua, Killylastin between Friday evening last at 6pm and Saturday morning at 8am. The garden shed to the rear of the property was entered and two bikes were stolen from it. One of the bikes was later recovered

  Four tyres have been damaged on a car in the Twin Towns. Gardaí are investigating the incident of criminal damage that occurred at Mulreany Terrace, Stranorlar at some stage between Sunday night last at 10.15pm and 9.40am yesterday morning. The owner of a car in that area discovered on the Monday morning that the

The front window of a house in the Twin Towns has been smashed with a brick. Gardai are investigating the incident of criminal damage that happened at Chapel Street, Stranorlar yesterday between the early hours of that morning (after Midnight) and Midday. They are appealing in particular to other residents in the area of Chapel

Gardai in Donegal have issued a warning over the theft of boats and other related equipment.  They say every year, particularly in the Spring and Summer they receive reports in relation to the theft of boats, boat trailers, outboard motors and electronic/safety equipment. Gardai say that are measures that can be taken to protect valuable

A man’s body has been found in ‘unexplained circumstances’ in Co. Sligo. The discovery was made at a property outside Sligo town last night. Gardai were alerted to a house in Cartron area at around 8.30pm. There they discovered the body of a man in his late 30s. His death’s being treated as ‘unexplained’ at

    A Day of Reflection is to be held in Donegal next month as a tribute to those who passed away during the Covid-19 pandemic, those whose lives were changed and those who helped face the challenges. People are being asked to submit a photo they believe defines the pandemic. Donegal County Community Forum

12,208 new cases of Covid-19 have been confirmed over the past three days. The Department of Health has released the figures for today and for the weekend. 1,081 patients are in hospital, 55 are in ICU.

A one-way system will be in place in the Twin Towns for the coming weeks to facilitate works on Stranorlar bridge. Due to Stop/go systems previously causing lengthy tailbacks and bottlenecks in the area, following consultation with Donegal County Council, the contractor has opted to reduce traffic to a single lane. The temporary traffic plan

Junior doctors are to be balloted for industrial action. Non-consultant hospital doctors are warning of action if the HSE doesn’t address their concerns. The Irish Medical Organisation is describing the mood of NCHDs across the country as demoralised, frustrated and angry. A survey shows almost all junior doctors, 96 per cent, have been required to

Police in Derry are investigating the attempted murder of a police officer. Yesterday, a petrol bomb was thrown directly at the officer who was at the scene of a house fire in the Creggan area. The officer was with colleagues who responded to the fire in St. Cecilia’s Walk, which had been reported shortly before

Locals in Castlederg are being urged to be on the alert following a report of a suspicious vehicle in the area. Police received the report on the Thursday April 7th and relates to the Barleyhill Road area of the village. They are reminding everyone to be vigilant with their home security and to report any

People travelling from Donegal to Dublin may face delays in the coming days as truckers block the main arterial routes and parts of the city centre. Traffic is blocked around the East Wall area of Dublin as truckers make their way to the city centre for a demonstration on O’Connell St. ‘The People of Ireland

A survey has revealed that the fish weighing debacle is adversely affecting the South West Donegal economy.  The figures, compiled by the Irish Fish Processors and Exporters Association shows that hundreds of homes and workers are being impacted by the ongoing issue. The association says that 239 households are directly affected by the turning away

    Gardai in Donegal are reminding dog owners to not let their pet roam free during lambing season. Gardai say that pets could cause harm if unsecured or not kept under effectual control. They are reminding the public that with dog ownership comes responsibility. “Secure your dog, have it microchipped and registered with your

  A motorbike has been seized in Derry over causing distress within the community. The incident was reported by members of the public along the Glengalliagh Road over the weekend. Police say that the vehicle appears to be in an unsafe condition and therefore an obvious risk to the rider and other members of the

  A quantity of drugs has been seized in Derry. Waterside Neighbourhood Policing Team carried out a search by virtue of Warrant in the Waterside area of the City on Friday evening. As a result of the search, a quantity of Class B and C drugs was seized. A male was also arrested. Police say

Body-worn cameras for Gardai are to be trialled within the next year. The Justice Minister will make the announcement later – and believes they’ll be fully rolled out from 2023. Body-worn cameras were first recommended by the Commission on the Future of Policing in 2018. And while they’re supported by Garda unions, the Irish Council

A 20 percent reduction in bus fares on local and commuter routes, in rural areas such as Donegal is set to kick in tomorrow. Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan announced the the plan to cut transport fares back in February. Bus Éireann customers in cities and towns outside of Dublin, such as Sligo and Galway,