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Cross-community programme aimed at supporting residents in Letterkenny’s most disadvantaged areas launched

A new cross-community programme aimed at supporting residents in some of Letterkenny’s most disadvantaged areas has been launched. The Letterkenny Community Impact Project seeks to build relationships, empower local leadership, and address issues such as poverty, deprivation, exclusion, and social division. Supported by the International Fund for Ireland, with funding of €122,000 under its Peace […]

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Deputy Doherty calls for Government to intervene to save festivals after Sea Sessions announcement

A Donegal Deputy is calling on the Government to intervene to save festivals. It comes amid fears for the independent festival scene, after Sea Sessions announced it isn’t going ahead, and Beyond the Pale was almost pulled days before it’s due to start. Deputy Pearse Doherty, who is also a festival director, says it’s a

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Durkan urges NI Executive to speak out about Gaza flotilla intervention

  The Tánaiste has questioned why the world is turning a blind eye to starving Palestinians. He has been reacting to the activists on the Madleen flotilla being detained by Israeli forces. Simon Harris described the group’s actions as a powerful symbol of the urgent and essential need to end the blockade of humanitarian aid.

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Man arrested in Co Monaghan on suspicion of human trafficking offences

A man has been arrested in County Monaghan on suspicion of human trafficking offences. It comes as part of an investigation into human trafficking for sexual exploitation and forced criminality. The Garda National Protective Services Bureau arrested a man in his 50s, who is being detained at a Garda station in the north-eastern region. Gardaí

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Former promoter says more local support will be needed if Sea Sessions is to be revived

People don’t realise what they have until it’s gone, according to Sea Sessions’ former promotor. The music festival, which usually takes place in Bundoran beach at the end of June, was cancelled last week. Former chief Ray O’Donoghue, announced he was stepping away from the festival last week to focus on his job as Dublin’s

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Concern over vandalism at Kilmacrennan pitch

Concern has been expressed at the latest incidents of vandalism on the walkway linking the Leiter Pitch and Astro with Kilmacrennan village. The latest incident follows the recent allocation of €75,000 for gym equipment after a previous €125,000 grant towards the development of the pitch. Local Councillor Michael McBride says there’s been a huge community

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Renewed calls for traffic calming in Muff after weekend collision

There are renewed calls for traffic calming measures in Muff following a collision on Friday evening. A man in his 20s was arrested following the three-vehicle collision at 8pm. One of the drivers, a man in his 60s, was taken to hospital with injuries which are believed to be non-life-threatening. Grainne runs the Craic on

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Extension granted for public consultation on revised IS465

An extension has been implemented on the public consultation of the revised IS465 by the National Standards Authority of Ireland. The standard is used for the testing of defective concrete. The extension is off the back of a request made by Coleman Legal, the law firm representing thousands of homeowners affected by crumbling blocks. The

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Nearly a third of women in 40s and 50s provide unpaid family care

29% of women in their 40s and 50s are providing unpaid care for family members. That’s according to data from Healthy Ireland, which shows 14% of adults are caring for someone with a disability, health problem, or long-term illness. Just over 60% are women, while the average age is 46. Anne Marie Gillooley of the

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Infrastructural plans for Convoy could be jeopardised if water isn’t prioritised – Cllr Patrick McGowan

The lack of a plan for Convoy has again been the topic of discussion at a meeting of Lifford Stranorlar Municipal District. In a report to members, senior planner Eunan Quinn said Convoy is a settlement provided for under the county development plan, and is subject to the same rules as other areas. He outlined

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Over €1.3m allocated to Donegal under Disabled Persons Grant

More than €1,300,000 has been earmarked for the Disabled Persons Grant in Donegal. The Grant provides funding for homes to be adapted to allow older people and those with disabilities to continue living independently, while also providing funding for major modifications such as extensions to relieve overcrowding. The funding also extends to the Improvement Works

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HSE launches investigation into reports of consultants demanding cash-only payments at private clinics

The HSE has launched an investigation into reports of consultants allegedly demanding cash-only payments at private clinics. The probe, ordered by the Health Minister, will look at how consultants handle private patient payments. It comes as the Sunday Times reports further fallout from a 2021 report into Children’s Health Ireland, which revealed claims of serious

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Police in Derry investigating anti-social behaviour at Guildhall Square

Police are investigating an incident of anti-social behaviour in Derry yesterday evening. They received a report at approximately 8.15 pm of a large crowd of young people gathered in the Guildhall Square area. Police attended and patrolled the area to attempt to locate those involved, however, the group had mainly dispersed prior to arrival. No

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Strike fears as secondary school teachers express concern over Leaving Cert reforms

Strike fears are growing for secondary schools around the country. ASTI members have voted in favour of industrial action, if needed, against Leaving Cert reforms. The union’s concerned about the proposed changes – and the support measures offered by the Department of Education. ASTI General Secretary Kieran Christie says they’re disappointed the Education Minister hasn’t

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2025 Earagail Arts Festival Programme officially launched in Gaoth Dobhair

The 2025 Earagail Arts Festival Programme has officially been launched. The launch took place in Gaoth Dobhair yesterday and was performed by Deputy Pat the Cope Gallagher. The festival features an expanded programme of circus, street arts performances and camps as part of its annual Wild Atlantic Weekends, returning to Castlefinn, as well as a

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Two men jailed for role in operation of large scale illegal dump in Derry

The North’s Minister for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs has described the illegal dumping of waste at a landfill site in Derry as a ‘deliberate and sophisticated operation.’ Two company directors have been jailed for their role in the illegal dumping at Mobouy. 67 year old Paul Doherty, of Culmore Road, Derry, a director of

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Emeis Ireland to conduct review of all facilities, including three in Donegal

Emeis Ireland says it’s cooperating fully with all regulatory and statutory bodies. It’s confirmed that HIQA and the HSE have visited Beneavin Manor and The Residence Portlaoise, and it’s engaging with these agencies. It’s describing the footage which aired on the RTE Investigates programme as both shocking and unacceptable. It says a series of measures

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Man in critical condition after being found with serious head injuries in Dungiven

A man remains in a critical condition after being found with serious head injuries at a house in Dungiven last month. Police are seeking the public’s assistance to help determine the movements of a man in his 40s between 1.30am and 3am, on Monday, May 26th. He’s believed to have been wearing a white T-shirt

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BOI see spike in customers targeted by ‘safe account’ scam

There’s been a tenfold increase in fraudsters targeting Bank of Ireland customers with a sophisticated scam. It aims to trick people into transferring their money into bogus so-called “safe accounts”, with convincing fake texts and calls. Bank of Ireland says there’s been a dramatic spike in the number of customers targeted by this scam in

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Workload pressures pushing Derry GPs into Donegal – Dr Black

A top doctor in County Derry, with a career spanning over three decades, says workload pressures are turning GPs away from Northern Ireland, and creating problems in recruitment. Dr Tom Black’s comments come as new figures show there are now 45 fewer practices in Northern Ireland than just over a decade ago. The former chair

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The HSE broke their commitment to review the surgical hub decision – Deputy MacLochlainn

There have been claims that a commitment made during a meeting with HSE officials and public representatives regarding Letterkenny’s exclusion from a decision surrounding the location of a new surgical hub has been broken. Donegal Deputy Padraig MacLochlainn says he and others were told that the decision to build the hub in Sligo would be

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Diversity in Decision Making project is one of many to bolster inclusivity in Donegal- Cllr Canning

A ‘Diversity in Decision Making’ Project has been launched in Donegal. The cross-border project aims to support inclusive leadership, cross-community engagement, and cultural understanding in the county. Supported by PEACEPLUS and funded through Donegal County Council’s PEACEPLUS Local Co-Designed Action Plan, the initiative seeks to build a more peaceful and cohesive society by enhancing the

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14,000 children face potential surgery delays at hand of CHI funding suspension

Nearly 14,000 children could face surgery delays of up to 10 months after funding for operations at Children’s Health Ireland was suspended. According to the Irish Independent, the National Treatment Purchase Fund had been covering around 480 procedures weekly. However, support was pulled last week amid serious concerns about CHI’s internal practices, including reports of

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131 houses to be developed on former Tillie & Henderson shirt factory site in Derry

The sod has officially been turned on a major housing development on the former Tillie & Henderson shirt factory site in Derry. 131 social homes are being delivered as part of a £244 million investment to bring the site back into use. The Tillie & Henderson factory, the largest manufacturing unit in Derry closed in

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