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Donegal Deputy calls on Gov. to engage with regional airports

All flights between Donegal and Dublin, operated by Aer Lingus, have been cancelled with immediate effect 12 Aer Lingus regional routes and 480 jobs are impacted by the decision, which the airline blames on a failed takeover and the Covid pandemic. Impacted passengers are being told to check the Aer Lingus website about refunds and

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British government calls for EU to be “more pragmatic” regarding Northern Ireland protocol

The British Government has urged the EU to be “more pragmatic” about the implementation of the Northern Ireland protocol. Discussions over trading rules between Britain and Northern Ireland are expected as international leaders meet at the G7 summit in Cornwall today. French President Emmanuel Macron met Boris Johnson earlier and urged him to stand by

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Calls for County Council to provide 24-hour Dungloe recycling banks

  Donegal County Council is being urged to provide 24 hour can and glass banks in Dungloe as a matter of urgency. This week’s meeting of Glenties Municipal District was told that while there are facilities in the local recycling centre, they are not available when the centre is closed. That then means that people

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Donegal County Library to provide activity packs as part of Cruinniú na nÓg

  Over 600 free arts events are available online today as part of Cruinniú na nÓg. The national day, now in its fourth year, encourages children and teenagers to participate in creative activities. Ireland is the first and only country in the world to offer such a day. Karen Sheehy from the Donegal County Library

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All flights from Donegal to Dublin cancelled with immediate effect

All flights between Donegal and Dublin, operated by Aer Lingus, have been cancelled with immediate effect. It comes after Stobart Air terminated its franchise with Aer Lingus with immediate effect resulting in the cancellation of all Aer Lingus regional flights operated by Stobart. In a statement, Aer Lingus said Stobart Air had cited the continuing

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Update – Council seeking two extra Mica Redress staff

Donegal County Council’s Mica Redress Committee has been told the council has contacted the department seeking funding to appoint two additional staff members to work as Liaison Officers, and provide back up to the existing staff. Director of Services Joe Peoples also said discussions are underway in a bid to streamline planning issues, and confirmed a

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354 applications received under Mica Redress Scheme, 225 approved

Donegal County Council’s Mica Redress Committee has been told that a total of 354 applications have been received under the Defective Blocks Scheme, 225 of which have been approved. Further information is being sought in relation to 82 applications, while extra information which has been received is being examined in 47 cases. A total of

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LYIT complete landmark Enterprise Ireland Technology Gateway Network project 5,000

Ministers Robert Troy and Damien English have today announced that researchers at the WiSAR Lab in Letterkenny Institute of Technology have completed the landmark project 5,000 under Enterprise Ireland’s Technology Gateway Network. Project 5,000 was undertaken in collaboration between WiSAR Lab, LYIT and Sligo sports tech startup, Tekrasport, on their innovative Tekarlite. Tekarlite is an

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A month on, HSE cyber attack continues to significantly impact LUH

The CEO of the Saolta Hospital Group has warned that a month on from the cyber attack on the HSE, patient services continue to feel the impact in hospitals, including Letterkenny University Hospital. Tony Canavan, says since IT systems were shut down by the cyber attack, there has been a significant impact on patient care

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Funding will help Fort Dunree reach full potential – Cathaoirleach

The Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council says the €12.5m investment in Fort Dunree will help it reach its full potential. Plans include the bringing back to life some of the buildings at the site as well as the refurbishment of the museum and the creation of new walkways. The development of a funicular cable railway

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Gardai confirm Convention Centre parking bookings cancelled due to security

Gardai have confirmed that the car park at the Convention Centre in Dublin is part of a designated security zone on days of Dail sittings. It comes as people attending the Mica demonstration in Dublin on Tuesday had their parking spaces at the Convention Centre cancelled. Thousands of people are to travel to Dublin on

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Concerns raised over high number people refusing council houses

An Inishowen Councillor has expressed concern at the high number of refusals when council houses are offered to people on the waiting list. Members were told this week that between 35% and 40% of offers are turned down, a slight increase on recent years. Cllr Nicholas Crossan says while there may be genuine reasons for

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Restoration works at iconic Donegal sites due for completion by 2021 end

Donegal County Council says restoration works at The Old Abbey in Kilmacrennan and the old Church building at Gartan Graveyard should be complete by the end of the year. Questions were raised on the issue this week by Cllr Michael McBride. Donegal County Council says both Kilmacrennan Abbey and St. Colmcille’s Chapel in Gartan are

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Councillor criticises Taoiseach’s visit to Donegal yesterday

A Raphoe Councillor has heavily criticised the Taoiseach’s visit to the county yesterday. Councillor Frank McBrearty believes at present, the government is circling the wagons. He has called on opposition leaders and independents to come together to move Dail motions seeking a 100% redress scheme with no cap or hidden costs, and that all properties

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Today marks Arlene Foster’s last official engagement as NI First Minister

Arlene Foster’s last official engagement as the North’s First Minister is taking place today. She’ll attend the British-Irish Council meeting in Co Fermanagh, in its first non-virtual gathering since the start of the pandemic. She’s likely to step down as First Minister after the event – with Paul Givan due to take over on Monday.

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Farmers taking to the streets of Raphoe this morning in nationwide rally

Farmers will take to the streets in towns across the country today for a nationwide rally. They’ll be highlighting the importance of commercial farming to the rural economy and will warn against the dangers of current CAP proposals. Farmers will be gathering at Raphoe Mart this morning at 10am before travelling through the town in

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Taoiseach pays low-key visit to Donegal to visit Mica homeowners

Taoiseach Micheal Martin paid a low-key visit to Donegal yesterday to meet with Mica affected homeowners. Micheal Martin along with Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue visited a family in Raphoe whose home is affected by defective blocks and met with the Mica Action Group and members of Donegal County Council to discuss resolutions to concerns raised

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Update – Crash scene clear between Letterkenny and Milford

There were traffic difficulties for a time this evening following a two car collision close to Ballyarr football pitch between Letterkenny and Milford. Emergency services, including ambulance personnel were at the scene, and a number of people have been brought to hospital. There are no reports of serious injuries, and gardai have indicated the road

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Fergal Logan expecting to be up against a serious outfit in Kerry

Killarney will host Tyrone and Kerry on Saturday in the opening division 1 semi-final of the Allianz Football League. In their first season in charge, the new joint management team of Fergal Logan and Brian Dooher has secured their top flight status with the hope of another possible game before championship. Ahead of their long

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Searches in Donegal and Derry as part of cross border investgation

Gardaí have conducted seven searches of properties in Donegal and Dublin as part of a two-day cross border investigation targeting organised illegal drug criminality linked to the INLA. These searches were conducted by Gardaí in Kerrykeel and Buncrana, and also Finglas Co Dublin yesterday,  resulting in a number of electronic devices being seized. The search

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