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An Ulster University Professor who’s been involved in research into defective concrete and its effects says a public seminar in An Grianan Hotel on Saturday will give them a chance to present crucial research in public for the first time. The National Standards Authority of Ireland has begun a consultation on replacement draft IS465 standards

Donegal County Council is being urged to carry out repair works on Main Street, Ballybofey. It’s understood that at least four people have tripped and fallen as a result of the uneven footpaths there. Cllr Gary Doherty raised the issue in a recent Lifford-Stranorlar MD meeting. He says that the loose paving poses a particular

The Taoiseach is being urged to intervene in the long running disagreement between the Garda Commissioner and the Garda Representative Association. The GRA isn’t inviting Drew Harris to its annual conference for the second year in a row. As a result the Justice Minister will also not attend. Former Sergeant Christy Galligan says this has

Today looks set to be the hottest day of the year in some parts of the country with temperatures warmer than Ibiza. Highs of 21 degrees can be expected as the warm spell continues with the West set for a scorcher in the spring sunshine. Alan O’Reilly from Carlow weather is advising sun worshipers to

Donegal Councillor Frank McBrearty is seeking a report on defective block affected social homes in the Lifford Stranorlar Municipal District, with an emphasis on a number of houses in the St Johnston area. At an MD meeting this week, he asked why are councillors not being given the test results on houses in council ownership

People are nervous at the prospect of homes being built in parts of Letterkenny, because they don’t trust the water network. That was the stark warning from Cllr Donal Mandy Kelly this week at a meeting of Letterkenny Milford Municipal District. He said his experience has been that there are bi-annual meetings during which issues

The Cathaoirleach of Letterkenny Milford Municipal District says he believes a new superintendent will soon be appointed to Letterkenny. Cllr Gerry McMonagle, the last chair of the now defunct Joint Policing Committee said he’s been told an appointment is imminent, something he believes is necessary. Cllr McMonagle made his comment while moving a proposal that

Long-awaited resurfacing works are set to be carried out on the Cockhill Road in Buncrana. Works were delayed as the road was at risk of subsiding following sewage upgrade works. Donegal County Council has confirmed that the works will be carried out over Easter to minimise disruption for school traffic. Cllr Fionán Bradley says those

The father of four girls who were severely impacted in the Creeslough explosion says his family has been left high and dry in the aftermath of the tragedy. Paddy’s four daughters were in the shop at the time, three of them were trapped in the rubble for a time, but all three were rescued. Yesterday,

The ongoing spell of favourable weather is exacerbating existing water supply problems in West Donegal. Councillor Michael McClafferty has highlighted the increasing pressure on farmers to provide water for their livestock and is advocating for the immediate deployment of water tankers to the affected areas. He noted that several communities are currently experiencing disruptions to

It’s National Slow Down Day. It’s the second 24 hour enforcement operation so far this year. Today the focus is not only on speed – but also on having a conversation about the country’s driver behaviour. Sarah O’Connor from the Road Safety Authority says they want people to slow down, think and talk:

Donegal County Council has been asked to meet with the families bereaved in the Creeslough tragedy after it emerged this week that the council made a submission to An Bord Pleanala supporting the redevelopment of the site. Cllr Thomas Sean Devine described it as a slap in the face to the families, suggesting that a

Donegal County Council has confirmed it will not be purchasing nine houses in Ballymacool, Letterkenny under the Tenant In Situ Scheme. The houses are being sold by owners Twin Estates, who have been in discussion with the council about the possible acquisition of the houses. Responding to a question from Cllr Jimmy Kavanagh, officials confirmed

Gardaí are investigating an incident of criminal damage that occurred at the Rathmullan Pier Services building last Friday between approximately 3 pm and 8 pm. Damage was caused to the building’s doors, and rubbish was scattered around the area. Gardaí are appealing to anyone with information to come forward. The Rathmullan Pier Services building was

An investigation is underway following a burglary in Buncrana last Sunday evening. Entry was gained to a business premises at Ballymacarry Lower, Buncrana, at approximately 8 pm after a window was broken. Gardaí are pursuing a line of inquiry relating to two youths, believed to be around 11-12 years old. Garda Shaun Sweeney made an

Tourists of Gola Island have cancelled their accommodation after the island has once again been left without a water supply. Councillor Michael Cholm Mac Giolla Easbuig reports that island residents have been without water for a week now. Councillor Mac Giolla Easbuig noted that the island has been busier than usual due to the recent

A number of staff at a fish processing factory in Killybegs have lost two days’ worth of wages after 750 tonnes of blue whiting turned to mush while being weighed at the pier. Senator Manus Boyle stated that approximately 50 people were affected on Sunday, missing out on their double pay. The fish was intended