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Lifeline deputation asks Inishowen Municipal District for support

The domestic violence service Lifeline has told members of the Inishowen Municipal District that they are in dire straits financially, and need help to secure government funding. All state funding for domestic violence services goes to the Letterkenny based Donegal Domestic Violence Service, but Lifeline say they are dealing with up to three times as

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Donegal Convention Report

Declan Martin was elected unopposed to the position of County Secretary at last night’s Donegal County Convention which was held in Ballybofey. The Naomh Muire man takes over the role from Aideen Gillen who stood down after her five year term. Former Chairman Sean Dunnion was elected the to the Central Council while Seamus O’Domhnaill

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Governments “not considering charities in hard Brexit planning” – Extern

The cost of living for households could rise by more that 1,300 euro a year in the event of a hard Brexit, according to a cross border social justice charity. Extern provides supports to 20,000 vulnerable adults and young people on an all island basis. It says they’ll be seriously impacted by Brexit, yet the

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Malin Head plans have a real “wow” factor – Mc Dermott

The Cathaoirleach of the Inishowen Municipal District says the draft plan which has been presented for Malin Head is an exciting one which shows the huge potential for the area. The plans were presented at a series of consultation meetings this week at Malin Head, Malin Town, Carndonagh and Culdaff. Cllr Martin Mc Dermott said

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Disabilities Minister to discuss funding for Bluestacks and iCare

The Minister for Disabilities has agreed to meet with Donegal Oireachtas members next week to discuss funding for iCare in Inishowen and the Bluestacks Special Needs Foundation, Donegal Town. The HSE has estimated that €150,000 in funding is needed for Bluestacks per annum and €100,000 for iCare. However, both organisations have received just €36,000 in

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Case of mother awaiting transfer from LUH to Dublin before Dail

Update: A young Donegal mother left awaiting transfer from Letterkenny University Hospital for two weeks is due to be transferred by ambulance to St James’ Hospital tonight in the hope of being admitted. Earlier, the woman’s husband Stephen told today’s Nine til Noon Show, that his wife who is a cancer patient has been in

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Go Safe vans should NOT be deployed near churches – Mc Bride

The County Donegal Joint Policing Committee has been told that Go Safe vans should not be deployed in the vicinity of churches, particularly during funerals, weddings and other services. Chief Superintendent Terri Mc Ginn pledged to ensure that any emerging issues are handled sensitively. Cllr Michael Mc Bride raised the issue, and on today’s Nine

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Over 5,200 children awaiting Primary Care services in the NW

5,215 children are currently awaiting Primary Care services in the North West. Figures obtained by Fianna Fail show that in Donegal, 1,850 children are waiting to access Primary Care services, 152 of those under 18’s in the county are waiting over a year. Sligo, Leitrim, and South Donegal Deputy Eamon Scanlon says the figures are

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Man charged following fatal 2018 collision has case adjourned

A County Fermanagh man charged with dangerous driving causing death had his case adjourned to the next sitting of Donegal Town Circuit Court in March. 21-year-old Joseph Gilroy, of Lisnaskea Road, Trasna Island, Lisnaskea, County Fermanagh is charged with dangerous driving causing the death of Shiva Devine and Conall McAleer in a road traffic accident

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Cllr Thomas Walsh added to FG ticket in Sligo, Leitrim and South Donegal

Fine Gael councillor Thomas Walsh has been added to the party’s General Election ticket in the Sligo-Leitrim, and South Donegal constituency. Cllr Walsh, from Ballygawley, Co Sligo was added at a meeting of Fine Gael’s Executive Council last night It will be his first time contesting a General Election and at 34, Fine Gael say

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Mica scheme details could be available before Christmas

The Housing Minister has indicated that the Mica redress scheme could be published before Christmas. Donegal Deputy Charlie McConalogue told the Dail this week that the thousands of affected homeowners in the county were promised the scheme would have been published by this time last year yet still no homes have been fixed. Eoghan Murphy

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IBI gives cautious welcome to public broadcasting Commission

The Independent Broadcasters of Ireland says any commission on the future of public service broadcasting must look beyond RTÉ. The body, which represents Ireland’s 34 independent radio stations, has cautiously welcomed the new commission. But it says RTÉ is not the only broadcaster producing public service content – and the group should reflect this.

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Items seized in Donegal as part of joint operation targeting INLA

A number of items have been seized by Gardai in Donegal following searches in the county yesterday as part of a joint operation with the PSNI targeting criminality linked to the INLA. Officers from the Paramilitary Crime Task Force recovered quantities of suspected Class A and B drugs, as well as £20,000 in cash, following

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Fears Three School Campus project could be compromised

There are fears that the Three School Campus project in Buncrana could be compromised, after the Donegal ETB was told that the Department of Education is considering alternatives. At an Inishowen Municipal District meeting this afternoon , Cllr Albert Doherty said councillors are still being told that discussions with a vendor are ongoing, but the

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SSE Airtricity presents over €105,000 to 11 groups in Donegal

SSE Airtricity has presented over €105,000 to 11 community groups close to its Meentycat Wind Farm in Co. Donegal. The company presented €52,249 to local groups, topping-up the €80,000 raised by community members from this year’s Sponsored Walk at Meentycat Wind Farm as well as an additional €53,000 awarded for 11 local projects through its

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Calls for drug sniffer dog in Donegal backed by former Garda sergeant

A former Garda Sergeant has backed calls for a specialised drug sniffer dog to be located in Donegal. The suggestion was put forward by Councillor Michael McClafferty at yesterday’s meeting of the Joint Policing Committee, he believes a canine sniffer for the drugs unit would be a vital addition to tackling drugs in the county.

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Gardai seek assistance with a number of investigations

Gardai in Milford are investigating a burglary at Kindrum, Fanad at some time between last Wednesday night and early on last Thursday afternoon. Copper pipes and a cylinder were removed, causing substantial water damage in the process. Garda Grainne Doherty outlined what happened during the Community Garda Slot on today’s Nine til Noon Show………… Gardai

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Leader funding announced for a number of projects

Leader funding has been announced for a number of projects in Donegal. Two playgrounds are being funded, with almost €188,000 for Magheraroarty and €126,000 for Ranafast. Coiste Forbartha Chnoc Fola receives almost €76,000 for a refurbishment, Donegal Socks in Glenties has been allocated over €58,000 for machines, and Amuigh Faoin Aer tourist cycling in Carrick

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Latest EPA report shows deterioration in river water quality

Roughly half of the country’s coastal waters, rivers and lakes have unacceptable levels of pollution. A new report from the Environmental Protection Agency shows only 53 percent are of satisfactory quality. The full report can be accessed HERE It highlights river waters as a particular concern, with the quality having dropped by 5.5 percent since

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Planned water outages in Falcarragh today as works continue

Irish Water says works are continuing in Falcarragh, to replace ageing water mains. The utility working in partnership with Donegal County Council are working provide a more reliable water supply for local residents and businesses. Irish Water says works to replace ageing water mains in Falcarragh are progressing as scheduled. The works which began last

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L’Kenny Community Nursing Unit potential to be game changer-Chief Officer CHO1

The Chief Officer for CHO 1 says the new Letterkenny Community Nursing Unit has the potential to be a significant game changer in terms of health provision in Donegal. The HSE has announced today that planning permission for the 110 bed unit on the Kilmacrenan Road, Knocknamona has been submitted. The unit will comprise of

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Planning application lodged for Letterkenny Community Nursing Unit

The HSE has today announced that a planning application has been submitted for the Letterkenny Community Nursing Unit. The development will provide a new 110 bedded unit on the site at Kilmacrennan Road, Knocknamona comprising of 102 ensuite single bedrooms, four twin bedrooms in a combination of long stay, short stay and dementia wards with

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Bundoran named Think Before You Flush Community Of The Year 2019

At an awards ceremony on Tuesday last, Bundoran was announced as the Clean Coasts “Think Before You Flush Community of the Year” supported by Irish Water. The award follows the seaside town being announced late last year as Donegal’s first Think Before You Flush community and becoming the 14th overall community in Ireland to adapt

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