The number of people waiting on a bed at hospitals in the North-West continues to decrease. 12 people were waiting on a bed at Letterkenny University Hospital this morning, down significantly from peak figures last week. 3 people are awaiting a bed in the Emergency Department and 9 elsewhere in the hospital. Meanwhile, at […]
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Donegal Half Marathon ambassador, Danny McDaid, says he’s looking forward to the return of the highly popular event to Letterkenny on Sunday after a two-year break. The race was cancelled last year because of the Covid-19 restrictions, having been held every year since 2014. “It’s great to be looking forward to hosting the actual race
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The North West Migrants Forum has launched an information booklet to help people navigate politics in the North. The toolkit has been produced as part of the organisation’s Effective Activism and Campaign for Change project, focusing on the Common Travel Agreement which the group says discriminates against many residents of Northern Ireland and the Republic
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One man has been arrested in Co Sligo after €106,000 worth of drugs were found at house in Collooney. Gardaí discovered cannabis herb, resin and jellies as well as cocaine during a search of a house at around 9 o’clock last night. A man was arrested at the scene and the seized drugs were sent
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The National Council for the Blind are calling for improved footpath access, as well as for people to consider the issues those who are visually impaired face daily. There are a number of things on our streets that can impair a blind person’s progress – particularly issues such as parking on kerbs, dog fouling,
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Finn Valley’s Sommer Lecky and Eilish Flanagan were in action on Tuesday night at the Hungarian Grand Prix. Castlederg native Lecky had her best jump of the season with a leap on 1.82m to finish in 5th place. The high was won by Vuković Marija, jumping 1.88m. Lecky’s new clubmate, Elisih Flanagan also took a
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The Rescue 118 was called to assist the Killybegs Coast Guard in an operation last evening involving an angler. Killybegs Coast Guard were tasked at approximately 8:30pm to reports of an angler who became stranded on a rock after being cut off by the tide in Glencolumcille. The Coast Guard established that due to the
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Derry is to have two new MLAs after Sinn Fein’s two sitting Assembly members announced they will not return to Stormont in September. The process to select replacements begins tomorrow when the party leader visits the city, with the two outgoing MLAs being given new roles within Sinn Fein. Having previously announced they would not
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NPHET will consider government plans to ease remaining Covid-19 restrictions amid rising infection rates when it meets later. It comes as a roadmap to move away from restrictions is set to be published at the end of the month. The Cabinet sub-committee on covid will meet on Friday to discuss the finer details of the
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From today, schools begin welcoming back students following the summer break. The majority of the Covid-19 measures in place will remain the same as the last academic year. However, CO2 monitors are being made available to help improve ventilation. Sinn Fein education spokesperson, Donnchadh O’Laoghaire, says the government must ensure class time isn’t impacted in
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The number of people receiving the Pandemic Unemployment Payment in Donegal continues to drop. Nationally, for the first time, the number of people receiving PUP has dipped below 150,000. A total of 149,436 people received the Pandemic Unemployment Payment this week – that’s down 2.7%, and a reduction of just over 4,000 people on the
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The All-Ireland Junior Angling Championships hosted by the Lough Swilly Junior Angling Club in Rathmullan at the weekend have been described as an overwhelming success. Lough Swilly Junior Angling Club Chairman, Charlie Devlin, said the event had raised the profile of the sport in the North West, while also helping the local economy. “Almost 30
The Chief Medical Officer here says there wouldn’t be any major public health concerns for an outdoor event for vaccinated people only, such as the Electric Picnic festival or other outdoor live entertainment events. Dr Tony Holohan added that he was hopeful of Covid restrictions being eased ‘well before’ Christmas, but added that current disease
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1,572 new cases of Covid-19 have been confirmed in the Republic of Ireland today. Figures show in the two weeks to midnight on Sunday, there were 1,793 cases in Donegal, a 14 day incidence rate of 1126.3. That’s the third highest in the state after Monaghan and Cavan, and compares to a national average of
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A kayak worth around €2,000 has been stolen from the Fahan Marina. Gardaí are investigating the theft which occurred sometime between Thursday and Sunday last. The orange kayak is distinct with the words ‘tequila’ and ‘The San Diego’ printed on it’s side and it is adjustable. The item was secured by a chain and
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1,572 new cases of Covid-19 have been confirmed in the Republic of Ireland today. There are currently 307 people in hospitals with the virus in the Republic, with 55 of those receiving intensive care treatment. Chief Medical Officer Tony Holohan said today that: “On average, we have reported 1,814 confirmed cases of COVID-19 per day
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A Derry doctor is being investigated by the Health and Social Care board, about a video posted on social media over the weekend. Derry GP Anne McCloskey made a number of unsubstantiated claims about the effects of Covid-19 vaccines in the nine minute video that has been shared widely amongst the so-called “anti-vax” community on
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A grant scheme has been announced by Tourism NI, to assist tourist attractions and locations in the North in creating what they call “experiences that embrace our giant spirit and stimulate demand for Northern Ireland tourism to the benefit of the wider economy”. Capital grants of up to £450,000 will be handed out by Tourism
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The build-up is ramping up ahead of Saturday’s All Ireland football semi-final meeting of Tyrone and Kerry It’s understood Tyrone are on course to have a full squad to choose from for this weekend’s game with Covid issues within the squad apparently now under control Joint-manager Feargal Logan has confirmed that they’ve been able to
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There have been reports of illegal dumping in the sea in Downings. It’s claimed the occupants of a speedboat dumped rubbish directly into the water along the shorefront yesterday, including a number of cans, wrappers and other miscellaneous objects. Speaking with Greg Hughes on today’s Nine til Noon Show, Oliver McBride says that he observed
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The Founding Dean of the new Graduate Medical School at Magee College in Derry says bringing medical students to the region will be a very important component in ensuring there are enough doctors in the future. However, Professor Louise Dubras says it’s also important that further training opportunities are provided for graduates who elect to
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#LoveDonegal day reached over 16 million people worldwide this year. On Wednesday last, people near and far took to social media to showcase the county. #LoveDonegal trended on Twitter for a significant portion of the day. Donegal County Council say this year’s campaign had an absolutely phenomenal response across all social media platforms.
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Gardai are continuing to investigate a crash in Carndonagh last week in which two people were injured. Two cars collided at Churchland Quarters at 2:25pm on Thursday last. The two drivers, the sole occupants of the vehicles were removed from the scene by ambulance and treated for non-life threatening injuries. Anyone with information is asked
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Gardai believe an attack on a youth yesterday evening in Stranorlar was unprovoked. At around 7:50pm a youth was attacked by two other youths as they were walking through the Ard McCool estate. Garda Sean Sweeney is urging anyone who was in the area at the time and who may have any information to come
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The numbers of people awaiting beds in North West hospitals has fallen by 38%. There were 12 people awaiting beds at Letterkenny University Hospital, three of them on Emergency Department trolleys, while in Sligo, there were 20 people waiting, 13 of them in the ED. Between the two hospitals, there were 32 people waiting, down
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Gardai are investigating reports of multiple assaults in the Ferris Lane area of Buncrana on Saturday night last. Between 10pm and 10:30pm a number of people were injured and one man was removed by ambulance to Letterkenny University Hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Garda Sean Sweeney is appealing to anyone with information to contact them:
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A large sum of money, cheques and some private documents have been stolen from a home in Raphoe. The house at Irish Row was broken into sometime between 3:05pm and 3:45pm on Wednesday afternoon last. Some damage was also caused to the front door and an additional door of the property. Gardai are appealing to
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The banking and mortgage sector are one of the biggest players in the Mica crisis. That’s according to a member of the 100% redress campaign team who has been part of drafting a letter and making it available to homeowners with the intention of it being sent to banks and mortgage providers. The letter sets
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77% of people over the age of 12 are fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Figures show that 86% have also received at least one dose, with more than 6.6 million jabs administered. Of the total population, almost two-thirds are fully vaccinated.
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Initial project approval has been granted for an extension at Gairmscoil Chú Uladh under the additional school accommodation scheme. In welcoming the news, Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue says; “this is good news for the Cloghan community, for the staff, students and parents of the school and will add to the capacity of the school. I
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The HSE have reiterated their appeal for those who are currently unvaccinated to utilise the numerous community pharmacies in Donegal that are offering Covid-19 vaccination services. Edel Quinn, Acting Chief Officer, Community Healthcare Organisation Area 1 which covers Donegal, Sligo and Leitrim says support from pharmacies is instrumental in ensuring access to vaccines for people
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Nine members of Ireland’s special forces are en-route to Afghanistan to help evacuate the remaining Irish citizens there. Upon arrival, the Army Rangers will be stationed at Kabul Airport and will liaise with other forces to get the 36 remaining citizens out. The unit is joined on its mission by two officials from the Department
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The number of people in ICU with Covid-19 is at its highest level in more than four months. 60 people are receiving treatment in hospitals around the country, with half of them under the age of 55. The Chief Medical Officer says 32 people have been admitted to intensive care in the past week alone.
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The Donegal branch of the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group has praised the efforts of beach goers in West Donegal for rescuing a dolphin calf. Yesterday, the Risso Dolphin Calf was found stranded on Magheroarty beach. The IWDG say the quick actions of the holiday makers and general public in getting the calf back into
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Gardai are warning that scammers are continuing to target people in Donegal with calls and texts. They have warned in particular that the HSE will never cold call seeking personal information such as PPS numbers or bank account details. People are advised again to not engage with a scam caller, do not return a call
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Northern Ireland’s Covid-19 death rate is the highest of any country in the developed world. The Irish News reports it’s 10-times higher than the rate of fatalities as a result of the virus south of the border. The total number of people who died in the North after contracting Covid is 1,320.
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Among the guests on this weeks DL Debate with Brendan Devenney, Donegal ladies manager Maxi Curran and chief sports writer with The Star Kieran Cunningham…
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News, Sport and Obituaries on Monday 23rd August…
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1,592 new cases of Covid-19 have been confirmed this evening in the Republic of Ireland. 318 people are currently in hospitals being treated for the virus here, with 60 of those patients in ICU. Chief Medical Officer Tony Holohan said this evening that the median age of those in ICU was 55 years old –
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Another nine Covid-19 deaths have been reported in Northern Ireland today. The region’s Department of Health has now reported 60 virus-related deaths over the past week. 1,320 new cases of the virus have also been confirmed today in the North. 352 Covid patients are in hospital in the North, with 43 of those in intensive
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Issues around residents’ rights and governance of nursing homes in Donegal have been highlighted in a number of reports published today by HIQA. Archview Lodge Nursing Home, Letterkenny, Beach Hill Manor Nursing Home, Lisfannon and St Eunan’s Nursing Home, Ramelton Road, Letterkenny were found to be mainly compliant or substantially compliant. However, a significant number
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There are calls for Donegal County Council to expand their waste facilities across the county. It comes following a number of fly tipping incidents in West Donegal over the weekend. Rubbish was found dumped at the side of the road in Meenlaragh and Gortahork. Councillor Micheal Cholm Macgiolla Easbuig believes additional recycling centres need to
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A petition has been launched calling for ongoing water issues in Inch Island to be addressed. Irish Water say they have noted that there has been an increase in burst frequency in the area. Problems with water supply are said to have declined since March with two bursts on the line from Inch Road to
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There’s uncertainty over the future of Cashel Na Cor in Buncrana. Staff at the day centre for young adults with learning disabilities were redeployed last week to another centre which was dealing with a Covid-19 outbreak. Parents were informed of the move and the service removed from those who regularly attend the centre with immediate
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318 people with Covid-19 are being treated in hospital, a jump of over 100 patients in two weeks. The total has increased by 21% since last Monday, owing to a big jump in admissions between Saturday and yesterday. Latest figures show there’s 60 people with the virus in intensive care. There are 10 infectious cases
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52 people are waiting on beds at hospitals in the North West today. 27 people are awaiting a bed at Letterkenny University Hospital, 7 of them in the Emergency Department and 20 in wards elsewhere in the hospital. At Sligo University Hospital, 25 people are waiting on a bed. According to the INMO’s Trolley Watch
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Banks are coming under further pressure to assist Mica affected homeowners in Donegal. A drafted letter has been circulated to homeowners affected by the defective block issue which they are being urged to sign and deliver to the bank responsible for their mortgage. The drafted letter begins by stating that it is a means to
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The country will get one last blast of summer sunshine this week. Temperatures will generally be higher than 20 degrees over the next few days. It’s to be dry, warm and sunny with light winds. Head of Forecasting at Met Eireann Evelyn Cusask outlines where can expect the best of the weather.
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Magee Medical School opens it’s doors for the first time today. The new medical school at Ulster University’s Magee campus in Derry will welcome 70 students. The medical school has been in the offing for a number of years and was due to open in 2019. Foyle MP Colum Eastwood says the school will enable
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Round six of the Pirelli National Superstock Championship took Richard Kerr and the Dumfries-based AMD Motorsport team to Cadwell Park in Lincolnshire and it proved to be the team’s best meeting to date as the Kilmacrennan rider finished in a brilliant seventh place. Good, dry conditions during Friday’s free practice sessions saw the 21-year old
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