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Independent analysis reveals most participants in Derry and Strabane in favour of Irish Unity

An independent analysis on the issue of Constitutional Change and Irish Unity and its implications for Derry City and Strabane District Council and the North West has found that most participants supported reunification. Meanwhile, other expressed concerns over economic stability, identity preservation and political instability should there be a united Ireland. The analysis was carried

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Two men charged following alleged weekend assault in Derry

Police investigating an alleged assault in the Cornshell Fields area of Derry on Saturday have charged two men. The men, aged 23 and 26, have been charged with offences including criminal damage, attempted grievous bodily harm with intent, common assault, and assault occasioning actual bodily harm. The 26-year-old man has also been charged with possession

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UU Professor says NSAI consultation is the last chance for people to comment on IS465 review

  An Ulster University Professor who’s been involved in research into defective concrete and its effects says the current review of the IS465 standards governing the DCB redress scheme may be the last chance for people to make their views known on how the standard needs to change. A new draft standard which reflects the

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Potential delay in rollout of living wage is unacceptable – Labour

The government is being criticised for its failure to guarantee the 2026 roll-out of the living wage. It was revealed yesterday the government’s timeline for the wage increases may be extended due to the current trade tensions. The current minimum wage of 13 euro 50 cent was due to increase to a living wage next

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McIlroy finally dons the Green Jacket after Masters victory in Augusta

Rory McIlroy has made history by finally winning the Masters golf title at Augusta. The Northern Irishman is only the sixth player to win a career grand slam of all four major tournaments. He won a playoff against Englishman Justin Rose after they both finished the final round in Augusta tied on 11 under par.

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Calls for Donegal County Council to prioritise land beside the Public Services Centre in Letterkenny

Letterkenny Milford Municipal District has been told the council must prioritise a masterplan for land beside the Public Services Centre in Letterkenny. Cllr Michael McBride had previously suggested the land be used as a base for Letterkenny Cricket Club, which currently has to travel to Drummond, Limavady for home games, but was told no decisions

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BREAKING: Investigation launched following discovery of body in Killybegs

Gardaí in Donegal are investigating all of the circumstances surrounding the discovery of a body in Killybegs this afternoon. At approximately 12:20pm today, Gardaí and emergency services responded to a report of man found unresponsive at a residence on Harbour View Drive. The man, aged in his 60s, was pronounced deceased at the scene a

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Water conservation restrictions may cause supply disruptions in Stranorlar

Water conservation restrictions may cause supply disruptions to Drumboe, Ballybofey, Stranorlar and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place from 11pm this evening until 7am tomorrow morning. Uisce Eireann recommend that those impacted allow 3-4 hours after the estimated restoration time for supply to fully return.

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Man being treated for serious injuries following Kilcar workplace accident

A man is being treated for serious injuries following a workplace accident in Kilcar on Friday. Gardaí and emergency services were alerted to an incident in the area at approximately 10:40am. A man aged in his 50s was airlifted to the Mater Hospital in Dublin for treatment of serious, but non-life-threatening injuries. The Health and

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Drivers aged 17-23 considered responsible for over a fifth of all fatal or serious collisions in Northern Ireland in 2023

Over 50 car passengers killed or seriously injured in the North in 2023 were travelling with a driver aged 17 to 23. Over three quarters of these passengers were aged 14 to 20. That’s according to the latest Graduated Driver Licensing Monitoring Report, which shows an increase in the figure since the previous report. Reacting

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Two arrested after suspected Class B drugs seized from Strabane property

UPDATE: A 35-year-old man arrested on suspicion of drugs-related offences following a search of a house in Strabane on Saturday evening, 12th April has been released on bail to allow for further enquiries.  Police have made two arrests after a quantity of suspected Class B drugs were seized from a property in Strabane. Officers conducted

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Man charged to court in connection with Derry hit-and-run

Police investigating a hit-and-run road traffic collision in Derry and other offences, have charged a man to court. No serious injuries were reported. The collision occurred in the Culmore Road area of the city centre on Friday evening. Serious injuries were not reported, however two cars were damaged. A 21-year-old man who was driving the

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“Keep fighting, and hopefully the government will do the right thing” – DCB homeowner

A defective concrete homeowner in Donegal says the government must heed the research into what is happening to homes in Donegal and elsewhere, and amend the redress scheme in a way that reflects reality. Chris Duddy was speaking in Burt yesterday, where the 2025 Defective Block Conference took place. This year’s event was focussed on

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Government no show at DCB conference shows a lack of political will – McGee

A 100% Redress Councillor in Donegal has questioned if the political will is there in government circles to do what needs to be done to provide a proper defective concrete redress scheme which reflects the reality of what is happening to homes in Donegal and elsewhere. Cllr Dennis McGee was speaking in Burt this afternoon,

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Declan Coulter on Donegal’s defeat to Derry in Christy Ring Cup

Donegal’s senior hurlers were beaten 1-21 to 1-16 in this afternoon’s opening Christy Ring Cup match against Derry at Celtic Park. After being heavily beaten in the league fixture against the same opposition a few weeks ago, Donegal were much better today and actually led by a point at the interval. The Oakleaf county rallied

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Bertie Ahern says Ireland must look beyond the US as new era in global trade begins

Europe needs to look beyond the US, as a new era in global trade begins. That’s the advice from former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern, after Trump’s tariffs sent shockwaves around the world. They’ve been put on hold for 90 days – but fears of a global recession remain, with the EU’s trade commissioner travelling to Washington

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ERNACT participates in a new initiative to promote sustainable development in the Atlantic area

ERNACT participates in GRAAL, the ‘Governance and Regional Atlantic Area Lighthouse’, a new project co-funded by Interreg Atlantic Area. With a total budget of €4.3 million, it’s intended to ensure that members in the Atlantic area ensure that developments are sustainable and environmentally friendly. The GRAAL initiative aims to strengthen the Atlantic Area programme’s contribution

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‘€35m investment in Donegal, evidence of commitment to enhance facilities’ – HSE IHA Manager

The HSE’s IHA Manager for Donegal says the €35 million investment included in the HSE’s Capital Plan for the county is evidence of its commitment to enhancing healthcare facilities in Donegal. Included in the tranche is €27m for the new Community Nursing Unit in Letterkenny which is already under construction. Funding has also been allocated

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Cathaoirleach of Inishowen MD hits out as it emerges Donegal received just €2m under Tenant in Situ Scheme

It’s emerged that Donegal received the joint lowest amount in the latest tranche of funding from the Tenant in Situ Scheme. The Cathaoirleach of the Inishowen Municipal District says in the middle of a housing crisis, allocating just €2 million to Donegal is disrespectful. Councillor Jack Murray is now calling on Donegal County Council to

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Family of child killed in hit and run in Donegal say they’re devastated by today’s sentencing

The family of a nine year old boy who was killed in a hit and run in Donegal say they are devastated by the sentence handed down to the driver today. 24 year old, Sergee Kelly of Upper Mullaghmore, Co Sligo, pleaded guilty to dangerous driving causing the death of Ronan Wilson from Kildress, Co

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Water restrictions may be necessary in Ramelton, Milford and Kerrykeel – Uisce Eireann

Uisce Éireann is not ruling out restrictions on water supplies in Ramelton, Milford, and Kerrykeel as it reiterates it’s appeal to customers to conserve water as much as possible. The utility says recent dry weather conditions in these areas have resulted in record low water levels in the area’s water source. North West Regional Operations

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Siptu concern at national trend towards outsourcing public health services

Outsourcing public health care to private companies devalues workers and undermines patient care. The SIPTU trade union says the practice is the biggest threat facing workers and patients within the public health service. The union says private contractors cut costs wherever they can, usually at the worker’s expense. Up to now, outsourcing has not been

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