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Injury has been escaped following a two vehicle collision this morning between Stranorlar and Kilross. It happened at around 11:40 am in Tyrcallen, involving a truck and a van. Local reports say that traffic has been slow-moving as a result.

The UK Government is reminding people that the Emergency Alert system will be tested this Sunday at 3pm. It means that compatible devices will vibrate and make a loud siren-like sound, even if it’s set on silent. It will then read the alert aloud and include a link to the gov.uk website for more information.

A Donegal driver has been caught as part of an Garda Siochana’s National Slow Down Day. A motorist in Bundoran was clocked travelling at 79km/h in a 60 km/h zone. 79km/h in a 60km/h Zone on the R267 in Bundoran. The operation will target dangerous driving, reminding motorists that speeding endangers lives and increases the

A number of off-road bikes and a quad have been reported as stolen in a burglary at commercial premises on Melmount Road in Sion Mills. While the incident was reported to police just before 6pm yesterday, it’s believed the theft occurred sometime over the weekend, possibly during Saturday evening into yesterday morning. In total, five

Uisce Eireann says hydrant repair works in Killygordon today may cause supply disruptions to Dromore Park and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place until 4 o’clock this afternoon. Works are scheduled to take place until 4 o’clock this afternoon. Meanwhile, mains repair works in Carndonagh may cause supply disruptions at Tulnaree and surrounding

Foyle MP Colum Eastwood has ruled himself out of the race for the Áras. The BBC reports that the former SDLP Leader had considered entering his name in the ring, but ultimately has not, concluding it is not the right time for him. Earlier in the summer, the MP said he had concerns that Irish

A 38-year-old man, arrested in Strabane yesterday, has been charged to court for assault on police. He was arrested in the Railway Street area and is also facing charges of disorderly behaviour. He is expected to appear before Strabane Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, 25th September. Meanwhile, the 25-year-old man who was arrested by detectives in

Gardaí and the RSA, are launching a nationwide 24-hour speed enforcement plan today. It marks National Slow Down Day, with gardaí out in force until midnight tonight. The operation aims to curb speed-related collisions and raise awareness of road safety as schools reopen across the country. Gardaí, will target dangerous driving, reminding motorists that speeding

The argument that the UK cannot withdraw from the European Convention on Human Rights because of its commitments under the Good Friday Agreement is being dismissed as entirely groundless. That’s according to the authors of a paper from the Policy Exchange. In a speech last week to launch Reform UK’s plans to tackle illegal migration,

Mains repair works may cause supply disruptions to Lower Main Street, Letterkenny and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place from 9am until 1pm today. Uisce Eireann recommends that those affected allow 3-4 hours after the estimated restoration time for supply to fully return.

A man in his 40s has died following a two vehicle crash in Drogheda in County Louth on Friday. The collision at John Street happened shortly before 7.10 on Friday morning. The motorcyclist was taken to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital suffering from critical injuries, where he passed away today.

There were a number of flight diversions at Dublin Airport this afternoon. Strong cross winds meant some could not land, with nine diverted to Shannon and Birmingham. A spokesperson says they are now returning to Dublin, as winds begin to ease this evening. Passengers are being urged to check with their airlines for any possible

A new countywide STEAM training initiative aimed at empowering young people through cross-community learning and digital innovation has been launched in Donegal. TRASNACH, is being run by Spraoi agus Spórt, in partnership with Donegal County Council, and focuses on developing skills in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics while fostering inclusion, diversity, and cross-cultural understanding.

Uisce Eireann says repairs to a burst water main may cause supply disruptions in Buncrana and surrounding areas this evening. Works are scheduled to take place until 8:15 tonight.

Police in Omagh are appealing for information following the theft of livestock this week in the vicinity of Camlough Road, Sixmilecross. Sometime between Monday and today, a number of bullocks, including Angus, Friesian and Charolais breeds estimated to be worth approximately £20,000 to £30,000, were stolen from a property. Police  believe it would have taken

Midlands Northwest MEP Ciaran Mullooly has submitted a list of questions to the European Commission in relation to the infringement procedure against Ireland relating to defective concrete block crisis. MEP Mullooly visited a number of affected homes in Donegal this week on the invitation of 100% Redress councillors Ali Farren and Joy Beard. In a

Repairs to a burst water main may cause supply disruptions to Drumhaggart and the surrounding areas today. Works are scheduled to take place until 3pm this afternoon. It is recommended that an allowance of up to four hours is made after the estimated restoration time for supplies to fully return.