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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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Just 8% of disqualified drivers in Donegal surrendered their licences last year

Less than 1 in 10 disqualified drivers handed back their licences and permits last year. New statistics from the Department of Transport show only 7% of disqualified drivers surrendered their licences. The figures provided to Social Democrats TD Aidan Farrelly, show only 4% of disqualified drivers in Dublin handed back their licences. Of 227 disqualified

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€350,000 allocated to heritage projects in Glenties and Raphoe

  €350,000 has been announced by the Heritage Council for two projects in Donegal. A grant of €300,000 from the Heritage Towns Initiative will go towards further developing the potential of ‘The Laurels’, the Glenties home of writer Brian Friel’s mother. The 2025 project involves Donegal County Council working with the Brian Friel Trust to

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Council cannot afford unit costs for DCB social houses – Cllr McMonagle

There must be clarity on if there is going to be a cost per unit to Donegal County Council to remediate social houses affected by defective concrete under the long awaited redress scheme. There are 1800 homes estimated so far that are affected by the crisis. Cllr Gerry McMonagle says that this scheme must cover

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Council urged to seek meeting with new Transport Minister to discuss ongoing infrastructure projects in Donegal

Donegal County Council is being urged to seek a meeting with the new Transport Minister to discuss ongoing infrastructure projects in the county. Councillor Ciaran Brogan believes with works at an advanced stage for a number of major projects, a visit to the county by Minister Darragh O’Brien is warranted. He says traffic management in

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Unacceptable that Eddie Fullerton Dam is not being used to supply North Inishowen – MacLochlainn

The Dail has been told it’s unacceptable that development is being stymied in parts of North Inishowen because of inadequate water supplies, even though one of the biggest water supply projects in the county is just a few kilometres down the road. Speaking during a debate on Uisce Eireann, Deputy Padraig MacLochlainn told the Dail

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Uisce Eireann urging people to conserve water in Ramelton, Milford and Kerrykeel

Uisce Éireann is appealing to customers in Ramelton, Milford, and Kerrykeel to continue efforts to conserve water and protect supply. The utility says recent dry weather conditions in these areas have resulted in low lake levels at Milford, the area’s water source. As a result, customers are again being asked to be mindful of their

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‘Donegal shoplifters are giving two fingers to the state’ – MEP Cynthia Ní Mhurchú

An MEP claims Donegal shoplifters are giving two fingers to the state. Cynthia Ní Mhurchú has been reacting to figures which show shoplifting offences in the county rose 138.5% from 2003 to 2024. There was however a 10% decrease in incidents between 2023 and last year. Despite this, Ms Ní Mhurchú has raised concerns that

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Dáil speaking rights row fallout leads to fears that DCB legislation will be delayed until after summer

The Chairperson of Donegal County Council’s Defective Block Committee says he is sceptical that any legislation to progress the delivery of a defective block scheme for social housing will be passed through the Dáil before the summer recess. Councillor Martin McDermott says the delay in setting up Oireachtas committees due to the speaking rights row,

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Motorist caught speeding in St Johnston among notable National Slow Down Day detections

More than 1,200 drivers were caught speeding during yesterday’s National Slow Down Day. Gardaí say it’s disappointing, as the total number is an increase on recent 24-hour operations. Among the motorists detected speeding was a driver caught travelling at 105km/h in a 80km/h zone in the St Johnston area. Gardaí say the numbers are evidence

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Education Minister says everything possible will be done to accommodate Little Angels pupils

The Education Minister says she will do everything possible to ensure the 10 pupils of Little Angels School in Letterkenny who it’s feared will be without a school place in September are accommodated. Minister Helen McEntee was responding to Donegal Deputy Pearse Doherty who described the pupils’ mothers having to protest outside the Dail last

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‘Stop being a spectator’ Deputy Doherty tells Government

A Donegal Deputy has told the Government to stop being a spectator. Deputy Pearse Doherty says children’s lives have been devastated by the litany of failures in the healthcare system. Most recently, a damning report from HIQA revealed children weren’t protected from harm when unapproved spinal springs were implanted into 3 children. Deputy Doherty says

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Burt conference will present up to date research on defective concrete

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

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Taoiseach urged to intervene in GRA – Drew Harris row

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

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McBrearty expresses concern at how defective concrete is being disposed of

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

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Fears for the stability of Letterkenny’s water supply must be addressed – Kelly

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

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‘People are genuinely scared’ – Congressman Brendan Boyle on US tariffs

The European Union’s joined China in agreeing to hit back at Donald Trump’s decision, to slap high taxes on their products. Member states have backed countermeasures in response to US tariffs on steel and aluminum. Europe’s responding by targeting things like grains, motorbikes and dental floss. While China has announced 84 percent tariffs on US

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New Superintendent expected in Letterkenny very shortly

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

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Tariff concerns discussed in Stormont and Dail Eireann

A Foyle MLA is stressing that while exporters Northern Ireland will face tariffs that are half of their counterparts in the Republic, it would be wrong to develop an isolationist approach. Sinead McLaughlin told the Assembly it’s vital that there is consultation and cooperation on a cross border basis, and also internationally……….. Donegal Deputy Padraig

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Cleary Centre in Donegal Town included in 2025 Disability Capital Funding Plan

A new Day Services facility at the Cleary Centre in Donegal Town is one of the key provisions in the €27 million package of Disability Capital funding announced for the North West in 2025, a €4 million increase on last year. The Cleary Centre development was granted planning permission in January. Ministers Norma Foley and

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Water outages causing issues in Raphoe and Fanad

Repairs to a burst water main may cause supply disruptions to Bogagh, Beltany, Magherahaan, Cloughfin, Sandymills, Ardnasool, Raphoe and surrounding areas today. Works are scheduled to take place until 4:30 this afternoon. Meanwhile, a reservoir interruption may cause supply disruptions to Labadoo, Goldrum, Carnascul, Ballyscanlon and surrounding areas in Fanad. Works are scheduled to take

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DCC confirms changing protocols for dealing with emergency accommodation

Donegal County Council has issued a special statement this morning confirming its continued commitment to supporting individuals and families experiencing homelessness across the county. In the statement, the council says recent enhancements to the emergency accommodation service model are part of a broader effort to improve the quality, oversight, and effectiveness of homeless supports, in

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Father of girls caught up in Creeslough explosion says they’ve been left ‘high and dry’

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,

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Water tankers urged for West Donegal amid supply issues

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

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Third protest organised for improved cancer services at LUH

A cancer survivor and campaigner has organised a third protest outside Letterkenny University Hospital to advocate for improved patient care facilities. Roseena Doherty has announced that the next demonstration is scheduled to take place on Saturday, 26th April. Ms Doherty has used social media to encourage wider public participation in the upcoming protest. The initial

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€35 million allocated to Donegal in HSE Captial Plan 2025

The HSE’s Capital Plan for 2025 includes a €35 million of investment for Donegal. It’s part of a national allocation of €1.33 billion. Projects included in the plan for Donegal include the advancement of Letterkenny’s new Community Nursing Unit, a palliative care project at the Donegal Hospice and support for the development of Aseptic Compounding

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