Donegal County Council say a road in the Convoy area is currently closed due to flooding. The Ally Tinneys Road L2284-4 is currently closed due to flooding damage – as Storm Franklin continues to cause havoc across the North West today.
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As Storm Franklin approaches this evening, the Clady Bridge is currently impassable due to flooding. Flooding from the River Finn means the entrance to Clady from the N15 Lifford to Castlefinn road is currently closed. Motorists are also advised to take caution as a number of routes have faced flooding issues today. Police advice caution
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The Lough Swilly RNLI are urging swimmers to be cautious, after two people got into difficulty at Ludden Beach in Buncrana yesterday. It’s believed that the swimmers were rescued by an onlooker after a life ring was thrown into the water. No injuries were reported, but the RNLI have warned of the dangers of swimming
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The DUP’s South Belfast representative Christopher Stalford has died at the age of 39. He is survived by his wife Laura and their four young children. DUP Leader Jeffrey Donaldson has paid tribute to his party colleague, saying he was passionate about Northern Ireland and its citizens. Sinn Fein Deputy Leader Michelle O’Neill and SDLP
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Parents can book a Covid-19 vaccination appointment for 5 to 11 year olds online from today. The HSE has given the option to book appointments for vaccine clinics on the web – with mid term coming for many schools next week. There are separate vaccine clinics for 5 to 11 year-olds compared to those aged
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Donegal County Council has announced that due to the gale force winds expected today as a result of Storm Franklin, that the Harry Blaney Bridge is to be closed temporarily. Donegal County Council say the bridge over the Mulroy Bay will be closed until further notice.
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Met Eireann has issued a status orange wind warning for County Donegal tonight, as Storm Franklin passes over Ireland. The orange warning for County Donegal comes into effect at 7pm this evening, Sunday – and is currently set to last until 7am tomorrow morning, Monday. Met Eireann has warned that Storm Franklin will bring gale
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A Professor of Immunology says the success of Ireland’s vaccination campaign is to thank for ending the need for mask wearing. Taoiseach Micheal Martin accepted NPHET’s advice that masks will no longer be needed in shops, public transport and schools from February 28th. It’s also recommended not to PCR test healthy people under the age
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Global Oil and natural gas prices are the main drivers of inflation which currently is at 5 percent for January according to a leading economist. The slow down in worldwide production of natural resources is leading to a strain on demand which in turn is driving up prices. Housing, water, electricity and gas made up
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Met Eireann has issued two status yellow weather warnings for County Donegal this weekend. A status yellow rain warning comes into effect from 6 o’clock this evening, Saturday, and will stay in place until 6 o’clock tomorrow evening, Sunday. A yellow wind warning has also been issued for Donegal – it begins at 5am on
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Works are being carried out to repair a burst water main in Donegal Town this afternoon. According to Irish Water the burst main is causing disruptions to the water supply in Donegal Town and the surrounding areas. Currently it’s estimated that the repairs will be complete by 7 o’clock this evening, Saturday. Irish Water are
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The Foreign Affairs Minister says world leaders will spend this weekend attempting to de-escalate tensions between Russia and Ukraine. Simon Coveney is at the Munich Security Conference where he’s due to meet the Ukrainian Foreign Minister this evening. NATO’s General Secretary says it is not too late for Russia to ‘step back from the brink.’
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There’s ‘huge scope’ for Ireland to ramp up development of offshore wind energy. That’s the view of Green Party MEP Ciaran Cuffe who says ocean energy will be a significant part of Ireland’s renewable energy mix in the future. The European Parliament this week voted for a report that calls for a faster deployment of
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A Donegal GP says it would be ‘inappropriate’ for people to go into a doctor surgery without a mask. That follows the news that masks will no longer be made mandatory in shops, on public transport and in schools from February 28th. They will only still be recommended in medical settings. It’s also been recommended
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A Donegal school has become the first Irish language school in Ireland to participate in the World of Work programme. Second year Business Studies students from the Donegal ETB Gairmscoil Chú Uladh school based in Ballinamore have been partnered with Optum Ireland in Letterkenny for this six-week programme run by Business in the Community Ireland.
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The Social Protection Minister says she doesn’t anticipate any Leader Companies getting into financial difficulties if key negotiations on Ireland’s CAP programme are not concluded this year. While the current Leader programme is set to run until 2027, funding for next year will not be released until the EU accepts the CAP plan submitted by
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Another major power outage is affecting Donegal this evening. Over 3,000 properties in Milford are without power. ESB crews are continuing to work to repair the fault with power expected to be restored by 9:45pm.
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The delivery of an extension for Glenmaquin National School in Letterkenny has moved a step closer. Under the Additional School Accommodation Scheme, the green light has been given to proceed to tender stage. The works will include one new classroom. In welcoming the confirmation, Minister Charlie McConalogue says the progress is good news for the
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Main Evening News, Sport, Nuacht and Obituaries Friday February 18th:
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Donegal County Council’s Director of Emergency Services is urging people to continue to exercise extreme caution and has warned that we are not out of the woods yet. Parts of the county have been severely impacted with snow from Storm Eunice while other areas have experienced minor falls. More adverse weather is expected, with status
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A status yellow wind warning has been issued for Donegal on Sunday. Very strong westerly winds are expected on Sunday and into Monday morning with coastal flooding possible in places. The warning comes into effect on Sunday morning at 9am and will remain in place until 9am Monday morning. Meanwhile, due to potential flooding on
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8,593 new cases of Covid 19 have been confirmed this afternoon, 4,821 through PCR tests and 3,772 through positive antigen tests recorded yesterday on the HSE portal. As of 8am today, 591 COVID-19 patients are hospitalised, of whom 57 are in ICU. Latest figures for Letterkenny University Hospital show 22 infected patients, one of them
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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,
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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,
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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
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