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AGSI backs calls for All-Ireland approach to Covid-19 policing

The group that represents garda sergeants and inspectors is backing calls for an all-Ireland approach when policing the coronavirus. The President of the AGSI Cormac Moylan agrees that the loophole in the regulations must be addressed………… However, a former Tanaiste and Justice Minister doesn’t believe it’s practical to simply tell people crossing the border from

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Another 5 people have died in Northern Ireland from Coronavirus

Cemeteries have reopened in Northern Ireland in one of the first significant adjustments to lockdown rules. Relatives have been able to water plants and tend to graves which have been closed since the introduction of social distancing restrictions last month. Stormont ministers authorised the change last week. Meanwhile, the North’s Department of Health says another

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Loophole in Covid-19 travel restrictions sparks frustration in Donegal

A loophole in Ireland’s Covid-19 travel restrictions has sparked frustration in Donegal this weekend. Garda Headquarters has informed senior officers all over the country that the restrictions on movement to stop the spread of the coronavirus do not apply to those on day trips from Northern Ireland. Gardai in border counties have been told those

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‘Dramatic Sunset’ as fire broke out behind Old Mill, Convoy

Fire crews in Donegal were tasked to bring a blaze under control last night. The fire broke out on waste ground towards the back of the Old Mill in Convoy. The blaze was brought under control by the fire service. There are no reports of any injuries. (Pictures courtesy of Heston Kelly https://gurushots.com/heston.kelly/photos)

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Dr. Holohan confident country has capacity for increased testing

People with a fever, cough, or shortness of breath will be able to get tested for Covid-19 from next week. The case definition is being changed, but vulnerable people will still be prioritised. Currently, only people in at-risk groups, with two symptoms, can be sent for testing. There have now been 1,014 Covid-related deaths in

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Gaeltacht Minister considering funding package for families

  The Gaeltacht Minister is currently considering a funding package for various Donegal families who provide accommodation for children attending the Gaeltacht. Earlier this week saw summer language courses in the Gaeltacht cancelled, as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. Hundreds of people right across the Donegal Gaeltacht are affected however it’s understood that Minister

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Traffic wardens ‘stood down’ , Council confirms

  Donegal County Council has confirmed that it has suspended its enforcement of parking charges across the county. The local authority says there has been no formal suspension of parking charges however, the Council’s traffic wardens are not active due to being deemed non-essential workers. Donegal County Council is one of 13 Councils across Ireland

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TII commits to providing more ‘real-time’ traffic data

  Transport Infrastructure Ireland has committed to providing more ‘real-time’ traffic data. It claimed yesterday traffic volume on the national primary roads was ‘in line’ with previous weeks, based on figures obtained on Monday. However, the state’s Chief Medical Officer last night provided data which appeared to contradict this. Elizabeth Canavan from the Department of

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Donegal TD highlights major insurance concerns in Dail

A Donegal TD has criticised the Finance Minister over major concerns relating to insurance companies actions during the current pandemic. It’s claimed that some companies are refusing to honour business interruption cover during the crisis, with some business owners considering court action as a result. This is despite written assurances to business owners that they

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Outrage over illegal dumping in Castlefinn

  A Donegal County Councillor has hit out at those behind significant illegal dumping in Castlefinn. Various household items, including electrical equipment and other materials were discovered dumped on the roadside at Egglybane this week. The matter has been reported to Donegal Council and it’s expected that an investigation will be carried out. Local Cllr

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Questions raised over cancer surgeries at LUH

  It’s been claimed that some cancer patients are unable to access their cancer surgery at Letterkenny University Hospital. It’s understood that some patients have had their surgeries redirected to Galway, despite being told initially that their surgeries wouldn’t be affected despite the on-going pandemic. It has led to urgent calls of clarification from both

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Council working hard behind the scenes on Mica Redress Scheme

  The Cathaoirleach of the Inishowen MD has moved to reassure homeowners affected by Mica that Council Officials are still working on the scheme behind the scenes despite the ongoing crisis. Work is continuing on both the guidelines and terms of the scheme and once finalised, Donegal County Council will need a number of weeks

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Police to resume investigating cases from the Troubles

  Northern Irish police are to resume investigating cases from the Troubles next week. The PSNI temporarily suspended all legacy investigations last month, to focus on the coronavirus crisis. But the force’s legacy investigation branch will resume normal duties from May 1st. The PSNI says a range of social-distancing measures have been put in place

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Donegal Sports Partnership online workshop series to boost brain health of athletes in isolation

An innovative idea focusing on the positive mental health of athletes in isolation is set to be rolled out by Donegal Sports Partnership (DSP) over the coming weeks. In conjunction with MindFit Consultancy, DSP will deliver four online workshops with the aim of boosting brain health in the lockdown brought about as a result of

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Deadline for Community Call initiative funding tomorrow

    Donegal County Council is urging groups participating in the Community Call initiative to submit their applications under the COVID-19 Emergency Fund before the deadline tomorrow. The COVID-19 Emergency Fund will provide immediate funding to support community and voluntary groups involved in the Local Authority led initiative in response to the current pandemic. The

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Traffic volumes remain in line with previous weeks

Traffic volumes remain in line with previous weeks since travel restrictions were introduced. Transport Infrastructure Ireland carried out surveys of the roads this week and saw no ‘noticeable increase’. It had been reported this week that people had noticed more traffic on the roads. However Elizabeth Canavan from the Department of the Taoiseach says TII

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