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Members of Glenties Municipal District have been told that detailed design work could begin on the Ailt an Chorráin (Burtonport) to Letterkenny Greenway next year, but that will be dependent on funding. A preliminary indication of the preferred route corridor has been presented to members this week, with a more detailed options report to be

A new cross-border research report has been published today, providing guidance for pregnant and postpartum women on engaging in physical activity. The report conducted by Ulster University and Atlantic Technological University found major gaps in physical activity support for women across Ireland. The research undertaken by Dr. Lizzy Deery and Dr. Maria Faulkner has revealed

An inquest has found that the death of Fr Paddy O’Kane in Derry’s Waterside Hospital four years ago was ‘preventable’. Fr O’Kane, a native of Culdaff in Inishowen, was found in the garden at the hospital. The inquest into his death was held in October 2024 and March 2025. The findings, delivered today by Coroner

A Go Fund Me campaign has been set-up to support the family of Lewis Kelly following the passing of the young sportsman. In the name of the Local Community it aims to help with funeral expenses and everyday costs and help ease some of the financial burden so that the family can focus on caring

An 11-year-old boy has been arrested in Derry as part of investigations into disorder at the Nailors Row Interface in the City. He was arrested on suspicion of offences including riotous behaviour and possession of an offensive weapon in a public place. He has since been bailed to allow for further police enquiries to be

Uisce Eireann says it is working to restore water supply to customers in Frosses Village following a burst water main that occurred in the early hours of this morning. They say repair crews are on site and works are progressing well, with supply expected to be restored this afternoon. An indicative time of 6pm has

A 14-year-old boy arrested yesterday by police investigating disorder at the Nailors Row interface in Derry earlier this week has been bailed to allow for further enquiries to be conducted. The investigation to identify all those involved continues, and anyone with information, including dash-cam, CCTV or other footage, is being asked to contact police.

Police in Derry have made a further arrest as part of their investigation into recent disorder at the Nailors Row interface in the city earlier this week. A 14-year-old boy was detained on suspicion of riotous behaviour this afternoon, and he remains in custody at this time. Derry City & Strabane Area Commander, Chief Superintendent

Funeral arrangements have been confirmed for the much-loved young sportsman Lewis Kelly. Lewis is being remembered as someone loved by all who knew him. The schoolboy’s family include his parents Michelle and Hugh, his sister Zevagh, brothers Quinn and Regan and his girlfriend Darcey. Lewis’s remains will arrive at the Muff border this evening (Wednesday)

Approval has been granted for 27 new apartments are set for Strabane Town Centre. The planning committee of Derry City and Strabane District Council approved the major residential development for Main Street. The scheme will see the demolition of four derelict buildings from 104-110 Main Street to make way for the new four one-bedroom and

The latest uptake figures of the Department of Education’s Free Book Scheme have been published. In Donegal, €1,521,680 in funding was allocated to primary education, benefitting 19,021 children in 172 schools. In secondary education, €4,276,861 in funding was allocated, helping 15,099 students in 29 schools. Welcoming the figures, Donegal Deputy Pat the Cope Gallagher said

  A Derry Sinn Fein councillor is condemning a sectarian attack on homes in the Fountain Estate. Councillor Patricia Logue has hit out at what she termed a blatantly sectarian attack which saw stone-throwers attack homes in the Fountain. She concluded the people of the city want and are entitled to an inclusive, better future

The North’s Infrastructure Minister has announced a public engagement process on the emerging route options for the upgrade of Section 1 of the A5 Western Transport Corridor between Newbuildings and Sion Mills. A preferred route for Section 1 was previously identified, but Minister Liz Kimmins says considering the passage of time and the findings of

A former garda will face sentencing next month for a hit and run which resulted in the death of a man two years ago. 28-year-old Michael Ball is pleading guilty to dangerous driving causing death, and failing to remain at the scene and offer assistance following the collision. 28 year old Michael Ball originally from

Almost four thousand drivers were detected speeding during a policing operation for the bank holiday weekend. One of the detections being highlighted over the weekend is a driver caught doing 138km/h in a 100km/h zone on the R238 outside Buncrana. Two people died on the roads over that time, bringing the total number this year

It’s emerged it will be July before the Health and Safety Authority submits its report on the Creeslough tragedy to the Director of Public Prosecutions for consideration. The Irish Mail on Sunday reports that the families of some of those killed in the explosion on October 7th 2022 are surprised this is coming after the

There may be no significant cut to college fees this year, despite the government’s plans to reduce them annually. It’s reported that the cuts could be scrapped over the ‘decision to levy’ ministers for overspending at the Department of Education. In response to a parliamentary question on college fee reductions last week, the Higher Education

Donegal County Council are urging dog owners to keep their pets under control during lambing season. They say sheep are particularly vulnerable during this time of year. Pet owners are being asked to not let their dogs loose in areas adjoining livestock fields as many attacks are caused by dogs that escape and attack sheep

Gardaí in Buncrana have participated in cross-border checkpoints, as the May Bank Holiday Roads Policing Operation continues. The Roads Policing Unit joined Police from Derry City and Strabane in the Bridgend and Muff areas yesterday. It comes as over 1,700 drivers have been caught speeding since Thursday morning. 200 drivers were also caught holding a

Bomb disposal experts were called to Donegal after a suspicious device was found outside Letterkenny yesterday afternoon. Gardaí and emergency services responded to a report of a suspicious device near Edenacarnan South. The Defence Forces have confirmed their Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team responded to a request for assistance from An Garda Síochána in relation