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Gardaí warn public over scam calls impersonating Revolut staff

Gardaí have issued a warning after fresh reports of scam callers impersonating Revolut staff. The callers claim suspicious activity has been detected on accounts and urge recipients to urgently confirm their personal details to “protect” their money. Garda Gráinne Doherty told today’s Greg Hughes Show that the scammers are highly clever and deceptive, and urged […]

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Gardaí renew appeal for witnesses after three injured in Burt crash on N13

A renewed appeal has been made after three people were injured in a crash in Speenogue, Burt on Sunday afternoon. At 3:15 p.m., two vehicles collided on the N13. Five people received medical attention at the scene, and three were then transferred to hospital with non–life-threatening injuries. Gardaí are asking anyone who travelled in the

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HSE strike paused in Limerick and Clare as Donegal workers gear up for action

A 24 hour strike involving Health Care Assistants working for the HSE in Limerick and Clare has been suspended. It was due to take place today in a row over underpayments, working conditions and non-implementation of roster agreements. Further protests are to take place this week by SIPTU members employed by the Home Support Service,

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100% Redress Party launches survey to identify barriers to Defective Block Grant Scheme

A survey has been launched to identify barriers to joining the defective concrete block grant scheme. The short questionnaire lists a range of possible issues, including a lack of emotional support, financial pressures and concerns about finding alternative accommodation during construction. The survey has been set up by 100% Redress Party in a bid to

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Cara House Family Resource Centre launches community survey on adult supports

Cara House Family Resource Centre is inviting the public to take part in a new Community Adult Supports Survey. The survey aims to gather local insights to help improve and shape adult services. Residents in Letterkenny are encouraged to share their experiences and ideas, before Thursday, February 26th. Participation is voluntary and confidential, with feedback

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Vaping and smoking to be included in confirmation pledge

Children preparing for their confirmation will be asked to make a commitment not to vape before they’re 18. The confirmation pledge has been updated to include vapes and cigarettes. The promise not to use e-cigarettes will be added to abstaining from drinking alcohol or doing drugs. Bishop Michael Router, of the Irish Bishops’ Drugs Initiative,

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Fifteen schools reach out to Donegal Senator amid fears of SNA reductions

A Donegal Senator says fifteen schools have been in contact with him regarding proposed SNA cuts. Principals received notice of their allocations last week for the new school year. Senator Manus Boyle says it’s a frightening reality on the ground. During a recent engagement with Education Minister Hildegarde Naughton, Senator Boyle raised the cases of

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Assaults on Altnagelvin Hospital A&E staff remain unchanged despite body‑worn camera trial

It has emerged that assaults on staff in the A&E department of Altnagelvin Hospital have not declined despite a trial of body-worn cameras. The Derry News reports that 36 devices were worn from November to January. During that period, nine incidents of assault were recorded, five of which were physical, matching the number of assaults

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More derelict properties to be converted into social homes under expanded Buy and Renew Scheme

More empty and derelict properties are to be turned into social homes. The Government’s announced the expansion of the Buy and Renew Scheme. This scheme will ensure more long‑term vacant and derelict properties across the country will be transformed into high‑quality social homes. Building contractors will, for the first time, be able to directly get

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UK Covid-19 inquiry’s final module hailed as “huge moment” by bereaved families

The opening of the final module of the UK Covid-19 inquiry has been described by bereaved families as a “huge moment”. Hearings over the next three weeks will consider the effect of lockdowns on domestic abuse victims and the homeless, as well as restrictions on funerals. The campaign group Covid-19 Bereaved Families for Justice UK

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Health Minister defends small reduction in trolleys amid growing ED demand

The government is under fire for “clapping itself on the back” for very modest improvements in trolley figures. The Health Minister says there’s been a 10% reduction in the daily 8am trolley count, despite an increase in emergency department presentations. Jennifer Carroll MacNeill says progress has been made, with a quarter fewer patients on trolleys

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Donegal County Council urged to reschedule Letterkenny road works to avoid peak traffic

Donegal County Council is being asked to ensure new road works in Letterkenny do not begin until after the morning rush hour and finish before evening peak traffic. The call follows a motion at the Letterkenny–Milford Municipal District from Councillor Thomas Seán Devine, who told members similar arrangements operate north of the border. Officials said

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Man accused of killing 15 in Sydney’s Bondi Beach terror attack appears in court

A man accused of killing 15 people in a terror attack on Sydney’s Bondi Beach has appeared in court for the first time. Dozens of others were injured during a Hannukah celebration, while many Irish people, including Donegal natives, fled the beach when gunfire started. 24-year-old Naveed Akram appeared via video link, and will face

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Malachy O’Rourke “delighted” to get off the mark with win over Cavan

Tyrone stormed to their first win of this year’s National Football League Division 2 in Omagh this evening. Malachy O’Rourke saw his side finish with a flurry to run out twelve-point winners on a score-line of 2-23 to 1-14. O’Rourke gave his thoughts on today’s win to Francis Mooney after the game…

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Patsy McGonagle with the latest from the National Masters & Intermediate Cross Country Championships

The National Masters & Intermediate Cross Country Championships took place this morning with Kay Byrne and Pauric McKinney claiming national titles. With all the news from that event and more, here’s Highland’s Athletics Correspondent Patsy McGonagle…

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“We got caught with a sucker punch” – Castlefinn Celtic manager Michael Dunnion

Castlefinn Celtic were beaten 2-1 by rivals Cappry Rovers in the Temple Domestic Appliances Division 1 this afternoon. Conor McDaid’s late goal for Cappry handed them all three points but Castlefinn boss Michael Dunnion says his team gave as good as they got and were unlucky not to take something from the game. He spoke

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Cappry Rovers manager Jamie Doherty on win over Castlefinn – “We kept going ’til the end”

Conor McDaid’s late winner gave Cappry Rovers’ TDA D1 promotion chances a huge boost against Castlefinn Celtic this afternoon. McDaid’s effort make it 2-1 handed Jamie Doherty’s side a valuable three points in what is an extremely tight league table. Doherty spoke to Highland’s Chris Ashmore after his team snatched it at the death…  

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“A good day’s work” – Jim McGuinness on Donegal’s win over Mayo

Donegal have now won three from three in the National Football League Division 1 after beating Mayo by nine points in Letterkenny this afternoon. An opening day win over Dublin at Croke Park was followed by a victory over All-Ireland Champions Kerry in Ballyshannon a fortnight ago. Today, Jim McGuinness’ side overcame a Mayo side

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Donegal Junior League Results – Sunday 15/02/26

Brian McCormick Premier Division Bonagee United 2-0 Fanad United Donegal Town 1-3 Letterkenny Rovers Keadue Rovers 0-0 Glenea United Kildrum Tigers 2-1 Kilmacrennan Celtic   Temple Domestic Appliance Division 1 Cappry Rovers 2-1 Castlefin Celtic Convoy Arsenal 1-1 Ballybofey United Gweedore Celtic 0-2 Milford United Kerrykeel 71 3-2 Rathmullan Celtic Swilly Rovers 3-5 Gweedore United

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Donegal too strong for Mayo in Letterkenny – Post-Match Reaction with Oisin Kelly & Brendan Devenney

Donegal have beaten Mayo 1-19 to 0-14  in the National Football League Division 1 at O’Donnell Park this afternoon. Having led 0-11 to 0-05 at the break, Donegal had the aid of the breeze in the second-half and Conor O’Donnell’s goal on 45 minutes put the game beyond the visitors. The result means Jim McGuinness’

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WRC: Strong showing from Armstrong & Byrne at Rally Sweden

Jon Armstrong & Shane Byrne finished a very respectable 8th at the World Rally Championship in Sweden this weekend. The Fermanagh-Donegal duo held 8th position since getting back on track after some early difficulty in their Ford Puma Rally 1 on Thursday evening. On social media afterwards, Armstrong and Byrne said: “All smiles leaving Sweden.

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Ciaran Meenagh says Derry’s win over Kildare took “guts and character”

14-man Derry came from being four points down at half-time to defeat Kildare in the National Football League Division 2 last night. It finished 3-15 to 1-18 to the Oak Leafers in an entertaining battle in Newbridge. After the game, Derry boss Ciaran Meenagh told Michael McMullan it took a gutsy performance to get the

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NIFL Championship: Limavady defeat Institute in North-West derby

Limavady defeated Institute 2-1 in the NIFL Championship this afternoon. Leon Boyd had league-leaders Limavady ahead early on but Padraig Lynch equalised for ‘Stute to level matters at the break. Peter Hutton’s side were once again caught out early in the second-half when Boyd struck again and that goal was enough to clinch all three

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Families frustrated as defective concrete downgraded remediation appeals drag on

Homeowners affected by defective concrete blocks have written again to the Minister for Housing, raising concerns about delays and poor communication within the Defective Concrete Blocks Appeals Panel. They say the Minister’s previous response focused on the panel’s independence but did not explain why many appeals are taking more than two years, or why applicants

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Minister McConalogue says Israel Nations League games should proceed

The Junior Sports Minister says Ireland’s Nations League games against Israel in September and October should go ahead – even though he believes Israel is guilty of genocide. Earlier, Taoiseach Michael Martin says there’s no official boycott of the country, and the venue for the away leg is a matter for football authorities. Minister Charlie

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Calls for counselling supports as DCB study reveals mental health impact on children

Emerging research is highlighting the mental health impact of the defective concrete crisis on children. A study conducted by Ulster University, currently under peer review, examines the psychological effects on children living in homes affected by crumbling blocks. Deputy Charles Ward notes that preliminary findings from this study appear consistent with earlier research on adults

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Donegal Cancer Flights and Services to bring petition to Donegal match

The Donegal Cancer Flights and Services are bringing their petition to O’Donnell Park this Sunday during the Donegal vs Mayo match. They’re seeking to have the daily afternoon flight between Donegal and Dublin retained, after a contract was signed by government that excludes the link from the schedule. The charity says the connection enables same-day

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