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Ireland has secured a three-year extension to the controversial nitrates derogation. Farming organisations have welcomed the decision, saying it is sensible and recognises the country’s grass-based system. However, An Taisce, which works to conserve the State’s natural environment, said the decision is “shocking”. Minister for Agriculture, Martin Heydon, has invited An Taisce to come out

Convoy is becoming a commuter town for Letterkenny, and the proper services need to developed to manage the towns growth. Cllr Martin Harley says there needs to a balance struck between the number of houses being built and the available amenities for residence there. However given Convoys close proximity to Letterkenny which offers a large

The Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation say hospitals are already under pressure because of the spread of flu. According to the INMO there were 635 people on hospital trolleys across the country today, 32 of those in Letterkenny, the 6th highest in the State. INMO General Secretary, Phil Ni Sheaghda, says the HSE should have

CSO figures have revealed that November saw a decline in the number of people signing on the Live Register when compared to last year in Donegal. Last year, 7,513 people were on the list in social welfare offices across Donegal. This has seen a 4% decline to 7,201. Killybegs recorded the largest drop of 13%,

A Donegal TD was confronted with reality while decorating his home with his son for Christmas. Charles Ward says he was putting outdoor lights on the gable wall and was wearing a go pro camera to capture his childs reaction of them being turned on. Instead he recorded the moment he realised the wall, which

Members of the Irish Defence Forces have come under fire in south Lebanon. The 127th Infantry Battalion came under “small arms fire” at 6.30pm yesterday evening, but “all personnel are well and accounted for” The Defence Forces says the Battalion were out on patrol in armoured vehicles when the attack happened, and “initiated immediate action

The Seanad has heard calls for a debate on the Defective Concrete Block Bill. Senator Eileen Flynn says the conversation on social housing needs to take place in both houses of the Oireachtas, including the Seanad. She added that travellers from Donegal have raised concerns about homes that are not included in the scheme. However,

The development of a veterinary course at ATU Letterkenny is part of a €4.5 billion plan to transform third level education in Ireland’s research, and innovation sectors. The Tertiary Sector Capital Investment Plan 2026–2030 has been published today. Also to benefit is Finn Valley College in Stranorlar under the Strategic Infrastructure and Upgrade Programme. Minister

The future of the Eurovision Song Contest is uncertain, after multiple broadcasters have announced they will not participate in next year’s competition. It follows the decision to allow Israel to compete. At a meeting of the European Broadcasting Union in Geneva yesterday, a majority of members decided a vote on the country’s participation was not

The coastguard in Greencastle fears they will be unable to launch efficiently due to the harbour needing to be dredged. In a recent meeting of Inishowen Municipal District representatives from the locals piers and harbours made a presentation, saying staffing levels need to be increased to ensure proper maintenance. Efforts are ongoing to see a

An Inishowen-based councillor has expressed hope that a new Garda station will be established in Carndonagh. The existing station was deemed not fit for purpose in 2018 and was omitted from the Garda Building and Refurbishment Programme 2016–2021. Following a Parliamentary Question from Deputy Pádraig Mac Lochlainn, it has been confirmed that a preliminary business