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Derry stands with Donegal 100% Mica redress campaign – Cllr Duffy

As people from Donegal prepare to travel to Dublin to take part in a protest tomorrow over the Mica scandal affecting thousands of homeowners in Donegal, Sinn Féin Group leader on Derry City and Strabane District Council, Sandra Duffy, said it was important that everyone locally supports the campaign. Councillor Duffy said: “As someone whose

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Winning design announced for Letterkenny’s Market Square

The submission by architect Joseph McCallion has been announced as the winning design concept in the architectural competition to re-imagine Market Square, Letterkenny. The competition which was launched last year invited proposals to redesign Market Square as a public space that draws people in. Chamber President Michael Margey says a key element of the winning

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Significant delays at LUH enter another week

Patients attending the Emergency Department, outpatient and other appointments at Letterkenny University Hospital are facing significant delays today as the impact of the cyber attack on the HSE continues to affect the delivery of hospital services. Although progress has been made to get priority systems back up and running including radiology, diagnostic/laboratory and patient information

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Donegal Airport estimated to be worth €50m to North West region

Donegal Airport is said to be worth an estimated €50m to the North West region per annum. The airport’s future has been placed in jeopardy following Stobart Air’s termination of their contract with Aer Lingus to deliver regional flights. Steve O’ Caláin says if any county needs air connectivity it’s Donegal He told today’s Nine

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Significant number of Leaving Cert students marked down in oral exams

Significant numbers of Leaving Cert students have been marked down in their oral exams through no fault of their own. It’s after some examiners told The Irish Times that key sections of oral interviews were left out completely, while it was clear that many instructions had not been followed. This year, oral exams were conducted

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Cessation of Donegal-Dublin route major blow for cancer patients

The announcement that Stobart Air has ceased trading has come as a major blow for cancer patients in Donegal. The news emerged over the weekend, resulting in the cancellation of PSO routes including the Donegal to Dublin route. Many people from the county travel to Dublin regularly for treatment with the journey by car or

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Tomorrow is the day – Mica affected homeowners to descend on Dublin

Tomorrow is the day thousands of Mica affected homeowners take to the streets of Dublin to demonstrate for a 100% redress scheme. Householders will gather first at the Convention Centre from 1:30pm-2:30pm and then proceed to Leinster House where they will demonstrate from 3pm-4pm. The Taoiseach has announced that he is to meet with the

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Gardai warn of excessive tinting of windscreens and side windows of vehicles

Gardai in Donegal are warning that excessively tinted windscreens or front side windows of vehicles present a significant safety hazard for drivers and their occupants. It comes as Buncrana Roads Policing Unit issued a caution to a motorist yesterday in relation to excessively tinted windows. Gardai say visibility is greatly reduced, particularly for night time

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Council continues work to identify replacement carrier for Donegal-Dublin route

Donegal County Council continues to work with Donegal Airport in identifying a replacement carrier for the Donegal Dublin route. It follows the announcement on Saturday that Stobart Air has ceased trading resulting in the cancellation of PSO routes. Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council, Councillor Rena Donaghey says Donegal Airport is a critical access point for

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Inspection to be carried out at Carrygawley Bridge, Lismonaghan

Donegal County Council’s Bridge Engineer is to carry out an inspection at Carrygawley Bridge in the Lismonaghan area of Letterkenny, after the parapet was recently hit and dislodged. Cllr Donal Coyle told Letterkenny and Milford Municipal District this week that while the road is only 3 metres wide at the bridge, there is an increasing

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Government considers travel restrictions with Britain amid fears over Delta variant

The Government will continue to consider possible travel restrictions with Britain amid fears surrounding the Delta variant. Its said the strain, which first originated in India is making up around 90 percent of new Covid-19 cases in the UK. Ministers here are considering extending the quarantine period for unvaccinated passengers from Britain. They currently have

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Pharmacists to start administering Covid-19 vaccines to over 50s

Pharmacists can start administering Covid-19 vaccines to people aged over 50 from tomorrow. Anyone in that age group who hasn’t received a dose can get the Johnson and Johnson jab in their local pharmacy. While the Pfizer jab will be delivered to a small number of pharmacies in the next few weeks. Darragh O’Loughlin from

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Local councillor calls for Donegal-Dublin flights to be reinstated

Donegal County Councillor Noreen McGarvey has called on the government to work to reinstate flights between Donegal Airport and the capital within the coming days, calling yesterday’s announcement of Stobart Air’s closure a “shocking blow”. She says that as talks begin next week between Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan’s office and airlines to try and

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Water main improvement works complete in Ballyraine

Water main improvement works have been completed in the Ballyraine area of Letterkenny. Irish Water, working in partnership with Donegal County Council, have successfully replaced approximately 215m of old problematic water mains in the area. Irish Water says the works from the Ballyraine Industrial Estate road to the junction with the Ramelton Road will ensure

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No plans yet for Donegal – Dublin route following Stobart Air closure

Aer Lingus is providing temporary services for passengers who have been left stranded due to the closure of Stobart Air. It’s operating five of the 12 affected regional routes for at least a week, while BA City Flyer will operate two more. The temporary schedule starts today. There are no plans yet in place to

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WATCH – Declan Bonner gives his reaction after defeat by Dublin

Donegal were beaten 1-18 to 1-14 by All-Ireland champions Dublin when the sides met in this evening’s Allianz National Football League Division 1 semi-final at Kingspan Breffni Park in Cavan. Donegal now turn their attention to the championship and their upcoming game against Down. Donegal manager Declan Bonner gave his views following the game.  

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Dooher says Tyrone have a lot of work to do after heavy defeat in Kerry

Tyrone joint manager Brian Dooher says his side have a lot of work to do ahead of the championship following their heavy defeat against Kerry in the Allianz National Football League Division One semi-final at Fitzgerald Stadium in Killarney. Kerry cruised to a 6-15 to 1-14 success. Dooher spoke to the media after the game.

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Watch: Donegal captain Niamh McLaughlin reflects on semi-final defeat

  Donegal were beaten by Cork in the Lidl Ladies National Football League Division 1 semi-final in Tuam. In an exciting contest, Donegal were somewhat unfortunate not to have reached the final, losing out by 5-10 to 3-13. Captain Niamh McLaughlin gave here reaction afterwards to former Donegal star Maureen O’Donnell (who was match analyst

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Donegal ladies beaten in semi-final, post-match reaction from Maureen O’Donnell and Maxi Curran

Battling Donegal were beaten by Cork in an exciting Lidl Ladies National Football League Division 1 semi-final in Tuam. If finished Cork 5-10, Donegal 3-13. Donegal led early in the second half but Cork just had the extra edge. Match analyst Maureen (Mo) O’Donnell and commentator Tommy Devane discussed the game afterwards. Donegal manager Maxi

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