A Status Orange Wind warning has been issued for tomorrow for Donegal, Galway, Leitrim, Mayo, Sligo, Clare, Cork, Kerry and Limerick. Met Eireann say southwest winds with average speeds of 60 to 80 km/h are expected with severe gusts of up to 120km/h with a risk of coastal flooding. The alert will come into effect […]
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Heavy rain is impacting driving conditions across Donegal today as Storm Dennis tracks across Ireland. The Stranorlar to Killygordon road is passable with care due to flooding in three separate areas. The Dreenan Bridge area is also reported to be flooding. The Road Safety Authority’s Brian Farrell is warning drivers to be very careful if
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Five arrests have been made after €289,000 worth of cannabis was found in Connacht. Searches were carried out in Roscommon, Sligo and Mayo. Four locations in all were searched yesterday – with five men now in Garda custody. Two separate premises in Ballaghderreen in County Roscommon were searched with €161,000 worth of cannabis plants and
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Motorists are advised that the main Letterkenny to Lifford Road will be closed for a time tomorrow between Ballyleckey Crossroads and the Murlog junction to facilitate the recovery of an overturned lorry. The road closure will be in place from 10am to 6pm. Donegal County Council say diversions will be in place.
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Sinn Fein’s Louise O’Reilly believes another election is a real possibility. However, she says that all avenues to forming a Government must be explored. Both Fianna Fail and Fine Gael have reiterated their intention not to go into a coalition with Sinn Fein – which makes forming a Government more difficult. Deputy O’Reilly says that
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A programme to provide free public WiFi hotspots in a number of smaller towns in Donegal is progressing, with work on connections starting in the coming weeks. €30,000 will be invested in each Municipal District. This week, members in Inishowen were briefed on what’s happening there. WiFi4EU is an EU sponsored initiative to create free
Work to begin on delivering free public WiFi hotspots in Donegal Read More »
Storm Dennis is likely to cause flooding in parts of Ireland today. A yellow rain and wind warning is in place for the entire country until tonight. A second wind warning for Donegal, Galway, Leitrim, Mayo, Sligo, Clare, Cork, Kerry and Limerick has been issued and will come into effect from 8pm tonight and last
Winds set to reach 100 km/h as Storm Dennis arrives Read More »
Over 17,000 patients were waiting for a first hospital consultation at Letterkenny University Hospital at the end of January. Figures from the National Treatment Purchase Fund also reveal that over 2,000 people were awaiting inpatient or day case treatment. 17,757 patients were waiting for a hospital outpatient consultation as of the end of last month,
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Defective lifts used during NCTs won’t be back in service until April. Its after 80 percent of the machinery was found to be needing repair – which resulted in a part of the test being suspended last month while inspections were carried out. Thirteen new lifts were rolled out in the past week – the
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Finn Harps picked up their first win of the season with an opening night victory over Sligo Rovers. In a new look Harps side that boasted 10 new faces in the match day squads. It was a debutant, Karl O’Sullivan, who netted the winner for Ollie Horgan’s men. Another one of Harps’ new signings, Barry McNamee, came off
Barry McNamee reacts to Finn Harps North West derby win over Sligo Rovers Read More »
Finn Harps got their Premier Division campaign off to a dream start with a 1-0 over Sligo Rovers at Finn Park. Debutant Karl O’Sullivan’s goal on 56 minutes was enough to ensure Harps picked up their first win of the season although manager Ollie Horgan believes that his side must improve if they want to stay in the
“We have to improve”- Ollie Horgan Read More »
Derry City suffered their first league defeat of the season after they were defeated 1-0 by Dundalk in Oriel Park In a tense opening 45 minutes it was Dundalk who created the best chance and could have found themselves ahead only for Ciaran Coll, who scrambled to clear from underneath his own crossbar after Cammy Smith flicked the ball
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Finn Harps got their Premier Division campaign off to the best possible start after they defeated North West rivals Sligo Rovers 1-0 at Finn Park. In a game of few chances it was debutant Karl O’Sullivan who netted the games only goal on 56 minutes after a well worked corner by Ollie Horgan’s side. Harps
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A Gavin Smith own goal in the 90th minute was enough to earn Institute a share at the spoils at fellow strugglers Warrenpoint Town. Alan O’Sullivan gave Warrenpoint the lead on 19 minutes when his deflected shot flew past Rory Brown in the Institute goal. The sides were level just before half-time when Ahu Obhakhan shot
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Main Evening News, Sport and Obituaries Friday February 14th:
Main Evening News, Sport and Obituaries Friday February 14th Read More »
Donegal County Council is inviting people to have their say on the second phase of the Burtonport/ Arranmore Regeneration Project. Phase 2 of the project proposes the construction of a new harbour building and a separate enterprise building. The Councils newly formed Regeneration & Development Team has published plans for new buildings as part of
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Donegal County Council has confirmed that €30,000 is to be spent on the Quigley’s Point junction where the Carndonagh Road meets the Derry Moville Road. Inishowen Municipal District was told this is an initial allocation for safety works, with members calling for more funding to address the risk of serious collisions. Cllr Terry Mc Crossan
Need for safety works at Quigley’s Point junction is highlighted Read More »
A status yellow rainfall warning has been issued for the entire country as Storm Denis approaches. Met Eireann says there will be spells of heavy, thundery rain on Saturday, which will lead to some flooding. Some possible disruption as a result of damaging gusty winds is also expected. Alan O’Reilly from Carlow Weather outlines what
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There were five people awaiting in-patient beds at Letterkenny University Hospital this morning, none of them on Emergency Department trolleys. That’s a fall of two on yesterday’s figure. Nationally, the INMO says 419 admitted patients were awaiting beds across the country this morning, the highest number, 64, at University Hospital Limerick.
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Sinn Féin has accused Fianna Fáil of being arrogant in not engaging with them for talks on government formation. It comes after Fianna Fáil ruled out going into government with Sinn Féin, but said it will enter talks with other parties. Sligo Leitrim and South Donegal TD Martin Kenny says Fianna Fáil’s stance on
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Finn Harps and Sligo Rovers meet on the first night of the Premier Division season this Friday in Ballybofey. Join Diarmaid Doherty and Declan Boyle at Finn Park for full match commentary this Friday from 7.50pm Finn Harps versus Sligo Rovers is LIVE on Highland with B and S Credit Union, Ballybofey, where their special
Finn Harps v Sligo Rovers LIVE on Highland Read More »
Emergency services are attending the scene of a road traffic collision in Burt. The minor crash happened near Callaghans shop shortly before 8am this morning. Gardai say that the road will be closed for the next hour at least to facilitate the removal of the vehicles involved. Motorists are being advised to avoid the
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James McClean’s emerged as a major doubt for the Republic of Ireland’s Euro 2020 playoff with Slovakia. The Stoke winger’s been ruled out for “several weeks” with a medial knee ligament injury. Ireland head to Bratislava for their playoff on March 26th.
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Emergency services attended the scene of a suspected chemical spillage incident at Rosses Community School in west Donegal. The incident happened at a laboratory at the school at around 6pm yesterday evening. There are no reports of any injuries.
No injuries following suspected chemical spill at local school Read More »
Fort Dunree could be in line for a major funding boost. Inishowen Municipal District has been told that Fort Dunree has moved to the next stage in a national funding competition for Immersive Heritage and Cultural Attractions. Last year, Failte Ireland launched its Platforms for Growth Investment Programme, with €150 million being made available
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It’s hoped that the first meeting of Donegal County Council’s Mica Redress Committee next week will see the publication of a timetable for the roll out of the scheme, and the process by which affected householders can apply. Inishowen Municipal District Cathaoirleach Martin Mc Dermott says next Thursday will be a very important day
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Forecasters are warning people to expect flooding this weekend when Storm Dennis arrives. Met Eireann will issue weather warnings later today, which will be in place from Saturday to Monday. It says flooding is likely and very strong winds may also cause disruption. Cathal Nolan, from Ireland’s Weather Channel, says coastal and midland areas
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On this week’s “The Score”, Diarmaid Doherty hosted a League of Ireland Premier Division Special. He’ll was joined in studio by former Harps players Declan Boyle and Michael Funston, plus local soccer writer Kevin McLaughlin. With the campaign kicking off on Friday night we’ll got the thoughts of Finn Harps Ollie Horgan and Gareth Harkin,
The Score – Premier Division Special Read More »
A major power outage is affecting Buncrana this evening. 2599 homes and businesses are currently without electricity. ESB crews are working to repair the fault with an estimated restoration time of 10:15pm.
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Roinn na Gaeltachta has announced that all islands in Donegal will now be included in an assessment being conducted of the needs of various offshore islands around the country. Earlier today, Councillor Micheal Cholm MacGiolla Easbuig accused Roinn na Gaeltachta of discriminating against the county’s smaller islands. Department personnel are currently on Arranmore and are
Roinn na Gaeltachta does u-turn on including smaller islands in assessment Read More »
Main Evening News, Sport and Obituaries Thursday February 13th:
Main Evening News, Sport and Obituaries Thursday February 13th Read More »
There was a heavy security presence at Derry Magistrate’s Court today when a 52-year-old man appeared charged with the murder of journalist Lyra McKee on April 18 last. Paul McIntyre whose address was given as Kinnego Park in Derry was charged with the murder of Lyra McKee, possessing a handgun and ammunition with intent to
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The National Cancer Control Programme is being criticised for its continued refusal to approve a Rapid Access Prostate Cancer Clinic at Letterkenny University Hospital. Over 120 cases of Prostate Cancer were diagnosed at the hospital last year. At a recent conference in Donegal, Urology Consultant Abdullah Aslam confirmed a second urology post has been approved
NCCP still refusing Rapid Access Prostate Clinic at LUH Read More »
A Donegal councillor has criticised the Department of the Gaeltacht for it’s attitude to Donegal’s smaller islands. Rionn na Gaeltachta is conducting an assessment of the needs of various offshore islands around the country, with department personnel on Arranmore at the moment and Tory due to be visited shortly. However, smaller islands such as Gola,
Councillor claims Rionn na Gaeltachta is discriminating against small islands Read More »
A man has appeared in court, charged with the murder of Lyra McKee in Derry. The journalist – who was 29 – was shot dead last April during a riot. 52 year old Paul McIntyre from Derry is also accused of possessing a firearm with intent to endanger life – and claiming to be
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The Northern Ireland secretary Julian Smith has become the first of Boris Johnson’s top team to be sacked this morning. The British Prime Minister is reshuffling his Cabinet. Mr Smith’s been praised for helping restore power-sharing at Stormont, but on his way into a meeting in the Commons he admitted the decision was out of
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There were seven people awaiting in-patient beds at Letterkenny University Hospital this morning, two of them on Emergency Department trolleys. That’s a fall of two on yesterday’s figure. Nationally, the INMO says 456 admitted patients were awaiting beds across the country this morning, the highest number, 57, at Cork University Hospital.
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Donegal is to receive just 2.1% of the allocation of new speed cameras. Gardai are launching the new safety camera zones which will come into effect from 6am on Monday. New cameras are being installed on the R238 ring road around the Inishowen peninsula, the N13 Letterkenny to Derry, the road between Letterkenny and
Gardai to launch new safety camera zones in Donegal Read More »
The GAA Programme in association with Michael Murphy Sports and Leisure, is broadcast every Wednesday from 7.25pm – 8pm. On this week’s programme, Tom Comack looks ahead to this weekend’s Ulster U-20 Football Championship with Donegal manager Shaun Paul Barrett and Derry manager Mickey Donnell. Ryan Ferry from the Donegal News also joins Tom, to look
GAA Programme – Ulster U20 Championship Read More »
A Buncrana area councillor says it’s now generally accepted that the idea of a Three School Campus in the town is no longer feasible. Cllr Jack Murray is a member of the Board of Management at Crana College, whose staff and students marched through the town last week as they intensify their campaign for
Key meeting taking place over Buncrana school builds Read More »
A man is due before the courts in Derry later charged in connection to the murder of Lyra McKee. The 29-year-old was shot dead in the city last April. Four men were arrested in connection with the journalist’s death in Tuesday. Three men in their 20s have since been released on bail. A 52-year-old
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A status yellow snow-ice warning remains in place for Donegal and ten other counties this morning. Met Eireann says some snow accumulations are possible in parts – particularly in northern and border counties, and on higher ground. The alert is in place until ten o’clock this morning. Conor Faughnan from the AA has this
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Fianna Fáil’s parliamentary party meets later for the first time since it lost eight seats in the general election. The party is split on what to do next and whether or not to work with Sinn Féin. Fianna Fáil election candidates have been licking their wounds for the past few days, and the party
Fianna Fail to meet later for first time since election Read More »
Ciara Mageean was in impressive form on Wednesday evening at the AIT International event in Athlone. She stormed to indoor victory in the 3,000m in a personal best tim,cutting almost seven seconds off her previous best. The Portaferry runner’s time was just over four seconds outside Mary Cullen’s Irish record. Letterkenny’s Mark English was back
English finishes 5th in Athlone as Mageean storms to pb Read More »
The Letterkenny Institute of Technology are through to the semi finals of the Third Level Division One League. Having put the disappointment of exiting the cup the previous week behind them, Shane Byrne’s side beat Cork IT 2-1 after extra-time at the Port Road Campus on Wednesday. BJ Banda scored both goals for the LYIT,
Banda winner sends LYIT to Division One Semi Finals Read More »
Finn Harps will kick off the 2020 SSE Airtricity League campaign this Friday 14th of February against Sligo Rovers at Finn Park. Finn Park is in good shape despite Storm Ciara and it’s all systems go for Friday night. Here is the essential information ahead of the big kick off including a free bus from Ramelton and
Big Match Arrangements for Harps v Sligo Read More »
A 52 year old man has been charged with the murder of journalist Lyra McKee. The 29 year old was shot dead in Derry on 18 April 2019. The man, from Derry was arrested by detectives yesterday and taken to Musgrave Serious Crime Suite, he is also charged with possession of a firearm with intent
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Since the relaunch of the 500 club, Finn Harps have had impressive progression with a large number of sign ups ahead of the season. Monies from the 500 has helped the management be in the market to entice some quality players to Finn Park. Fundraising has been a battle off the pitch for Harps but
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Finn Harps have announced they will be providing a free bus to and from Friday night’s season opener vs Sligo Rovers. The service will run in association with Boyce Tours The bus pickup times are as follows: Depart Lennon Lodge Durkans Bar, Ramelton 6.30pm sharp Glencar Inn Letterkenny 6.50pm The Pin Tavern 7pm Dry Arch
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Police have described an anti-recruitment campaign against them as cruel and disgusting. It’s understood posters showing a PSNI officer injured by a car bomb have appeared in parts of Derry. It comes following a recruitment event being launched by the force.
PSNI anti-recruitment posters in Derry described as cruel and disgusting Read More »
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