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The public consultation period for two Greenways in Donegal has been extended. The emerging preferred route for both the Carrigans to Lifford Greenway and the Three Trees to Carndonagh Greenway has been identified. The public consultation on the Carrigans to Lifford Greenway and the Three Trees to Carndonagh Greenway has been extended until the end

Part of the Convent Road and R250 towards Ballymacool Terrace in Letterkenny today will be closed. The closure is to facilitate the removal of a pole from the centre of the road. Motorists are advised that a 3 way traffic control system will be in operation until 5pm this evening. Skittle Alley carpark will also

Donegal ETB has appointed a new Deputy Principal to Gairmscoil Chú Uladh in Béal an Átha Móir. Ms Sinéad Ní Dhochartaigh replaces Ms Aoife de Náis, who recently moved to a Deputy Principal post in Coláiste Ailigh in Letterkenny. Originally from Glenfin and a former pupil of the school, Sinéad holds a Bachelor of Arts

A Donegal woman has won EirGrid’s Community Hero Volunteer competition. The state-owned company charged with securing the transition of Ireland’s electricity grid to a low-carbon future, and official timing partner of the GAA and Camogie Championships, has named Mary Cooke of Naomh Bríd GAA, Laghey, as its 2025 winner. Despite being a non-native of the

The extension and refurbishment of the Donegal Hospice is progressing. It’s been confirmed that the project is now at a detailed design stage. A planning application for the works, which include the construction of four new apartments at the facility for patients and families, as well as the provision of additional rooms for physiotherapy, occupational

The Donegal Children and Young People’s Services Committees is to share in a €1.5 million programme to expand the support services available to children, young people, and their families staying in international protection accommodation. As part of a project being developed locally, the Donegal CYPSC will provide a surf camp that will serve as a

Uisce Eireann says repairs to a burst water main may cause supply disruptions to Derryconnor and surrounding areas for the next few hours. Works are scheduled to take place until 4pm this afternoon.

Police in Co. Tyrone are warning the public to be vigilant following a spate of thefts in which quads are stolen. This morning, three properties were entered around 3 a.m. in the Drumquin area, where another quad, tools, and diesel were stolen. PSNI say that padlocked sheds and CCTV systems haven’t been enough to deter

There were 24 admitted patients awaiting beds at Letterkenny University Hospital this morning, 10 of them on Emergency Department trolleys, the third highest figure in the country, after Limerick with 107 and Galway with 59. Latest INMO figures show there were 23 admitted patients awaiting beds in Sligo, giving a North West total of 47.

A two vehicle collision has occurred on the Crescent Link road in Derry this morning. Police are currently at the scene. Drivers are advised to expect traffic delays as a result.

Uisce Eireann says a water treatment plant interruption in Portnoo may cause supply disruptions in Rossbeg and surrounding areas this morning. Works are scheduled to take place until 10am.

Funding of £27,500 has been allocated to Derry City and Strabane District Council to help tackle the “unsightly chewing gum problem”. The council successfully applied to the Chewing Gum Task Force Grant Scheme, which is open to councils who wish to clean up gum in their local areas and invest in long-term behaviour change to

Derry City and Strabane police have urged motorists to take extra caution as a number of events will be taking place today and tomorrow. Band parades are scheduled to take place in Newbuildings this evening; the first from 7.30pm until 8.15pm and a second, larger parade from 8.30pm until 11pm. Diversions will be in place

The Heritage Council has announced that nominations are now open for the 2025 National Heritage Week Awards. Communities, organisations, and individuals across Donegal are invited to submit nominations to recognise the most engaging projects and events presented during National Heritage Week. This year’s National Heritage Week was the biggest yet, with over 2,500 events registered

Police are investigating a burglary in the Drumquin area that occurred sometime between Tuesday night and the early hours of yesterday morning. A white Hyundai jeep was stolen and burned out nearby. PSNI are asking those who believe they have information that could assist the inquiry to get in touch.

A driver, who was uninsured and had no driving licence, was arrested for dangerous driving in Inishowen on Tuesday night. The Buncrana Roads Policing Unit, along with Gardaí from Buncrana & Moville garda stations, intercepted the vehicle that was performing dangerous driving manoeuvres in the Muff and Burnfoot areas. A court appearance will now follow

Donegal ETB is to receive almost €205,000 in funding to support educationally disadvantaged learners. It’s from a national pot of €4.5 million from the Reach Fund. The initiative helps learners grow personally and develop new skills, and offers simplified educational paths that make it easier to pursue further education and training.

There’s been a 156% increase in the number of prisoners sleeping on mattresses on the floor because of overcrowding. The head of the Irish Prison Service has warned that capacity in the system has been stretched “far beyond its limits”. 766 more people were taken into custody last year, a rise of almost 10%, according

Uisce Eireann has issued two water outage notices as repairs get underway on burst water mains. The set of works affecting Masseragh, Kilmacrennan and its surrounds will take place until half past four this afternoon. While Lower Main Street, Letterkenny, Rahan, Ballymacool and surrounding areas can expect their water supplies to return from 2:30 pm.