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Concern has been raised after an elderly woman in Castlefinn had eggs thrown at her house and car over the weekend. It’s understood that the incident has left the woman feeling fearful in her own home. Local Cllr Gary Doherty says while he hopes that there was no malice behind the attack, he is appealing …

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  Over 3000 potential suicides have been prevented by Foyle Search and Rescue over the past 24 years. Figures released by the rescue service also reveal that over 300 people have been recovered from the water with over 100 bodies also recovered. Foyle Search and Rescue say almost 30 people lost their lives to the …

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  There’s an on-going security alert in Strabane. Police are currently dealing with a suspect device on the walk way which runs between Ballycolman Avenue, along the back of the health centre towards Knockavoe Crescent. They are urging everyone to stay away from this area until advised other wise. No evacuations have taken place as …

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    Government Chief Whip, Minister Joe McHugh has called on the European Union to provide enhanced funding following Brexit. Minister McHugh has made this call in a bid to protect the positive tourism prospects in Donegal and gains made since the Northern Ireland Peace Process came into affect. He has called on the European …

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  A new beach wheelchair for Carrickfinn beach is to be launched tomorrow by Donegal County Council. The launch of the new beach wheelchair is part of the Council’s initiative to improve beach access and for use by people who use wheelchairs or those with mobility impairments. Councillor Micheal Cholm Mac Giolla Easbuig says this …

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The Chairperson of Save Our St Joseph’s Hospital Action Group has called for immediate Government intervention. Last week Minister Jim Daly confirmed that a reply given to Deputy Pat the Cope Gallagher in response to a Dail question was incorrect. In his Ministerial response Minister Daly said the proposed nursing unit in Letterkenny would replace …

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77 percent of exporters say that ongoing uncertainty over Brexit is making it difficult to plan for the future. That’s despite the latest cross-border business monitor showing 56 percent of firms reporting stability in the ALL-ISLAND economy and 33 percent of firms reporting growth. Kerry Curran, the policy and research manager for InterTrade Ireland says …

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Police in Derry are appealing for information after money saved to cover funeral costs was stolen from a house in the Kinnego Park area of the city yesterday. It is believed that entry was gained to the property sometime between 3 o’clock yesterday afternoon and 7 o’clock last evening. A sum of cash and items …

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A woman in her 40s has been taken to hospital following a hit and run in Portsalon. Gardai in Milford have launched an investigation after the 42 year-old woman was struck by a vehicle at approximately 3am this morning. The woman was taken to Letterkenny University Hospital with suspected head injuries, her condition is unknown. …

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The new Bisphop of Raphoe has officially been consecrated. The Episcopal Ordination took place today in St Eunan’s Cathedral, Letterkenny. In his homily, Archbishop Eamon Martin encouraged Bishop McGukian to always be attentive to the voice of the Lord during this life-changing moment. Following his ordination, Bishop of Raphoe, Bishop Alan McGukian says he has …

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Tonban Beach at Ballyherinan Bay is the lastest beach in Donegal to be inhabited by a Lion’s Mane Jellyfish. The discovery of two Lion’s Mane Jellyfish was made yesterday and follows the report of one at Pollen Beach, the Castle’s End, Inishowen. The Mulroy Coastguard has previously warned people to be cautious of the jellyfish …

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Donegal Deputy Thomas Pringle is currently in hospital after taking ill. It is understood that yesterday morning Deputy Pringle took ill at his home and was taken to Letterkenny University Hospital.

Minister Richard Bruton has approved a number of new rooms for Scoil Mhuire National School in Dristeran, Gleneely. The new build will include a new classroom, user assisted toilets and a Special Education Teacher support. Approval of the extension has been welcomed by local Councillor Bernard McGuinness. He welcomes Minister Bruton’s announcement and says this …

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Four crew members have been rescued from the River Foyle. Foyle Search and Rescue were alerted last night at approximately 11:45pm to a report that a vessel was in difficulties. Duty Boat crew responded to the report that due to tidal conditions the vessel was unable to proceed. The Foyle Search & Rescue Emergency Response …

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