The INMO will announce details later of the first of a series of 24 hour strikes by members. It’s after nurses and midwives voted overwhelmingly in favour of strike action last month: In December, 95 percent of INMO nurses and midwives voted to go on strike in a dispute over staff shortages and pay. […]
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A Donegal man has been remanded in custody charged with the theft of a Foyle Search and Rescue charity box. He faces a total of four theft charges said to have occurred on January 4th. 31 year old Francis Kelly of Culkenny, Malin appeared at Derry Magistrates Court facing a total of four theft
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A number of GP surgeries and pharmacies in Donegal are expected to be asked to participate in a cross border clinical trial being coordinated by NUI Galway. NUIG is leading on a health intervention research trial involving people with more than one long-term medical condition A spokesperson says with 5% of Irish patients aged over
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Police in Omagh are continuing to appeal for information after plant machinery was used in an attempt to remove an ATM from a shop on the Old Mountfield Road in the early hours of yesterday morning. Detective Sergeant Robinson says; thieves used a piece of plant machinery in a bid to remove the ‘built-in’ cash
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Main Evening News, Sport and Obituaries Monday January 7th:
Main Evening News, Sport and Obituaries Monday January 7th Read More »
LIDL Ireland says over 100 people are employed in its eight Donegal stores, with more than €8 million worth of agri-food produce sourced from local suppliers. In its Impact Report for 2018, the company says 29,000 meals were donated through a nationwide initiative with FoodCloud to distribute surplus food to worthwhile causes. As part of
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Josh Kerr has joined Derry City on a six month loan deal from Brighton & Hove Albion. The 20 year old Scot previously played for Celtic where he won the SFA Youth Cup, as well as featuring in the UEFA Youth League and faced Barcelona and Manchester City. Derry boss Declan Devine and Academy Director
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Hundreds of people have attended the funeral of Jasmine McMonagle in Castlefinn. The body of the 28 year old mother of two was found at her home in Killygordon on Friday. 27 year old Richard Burke of Forest Park has been charged with her murder.
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Donegal Deputy Thomas Pringle says if he decides to contest the next election under the banner of an independent grouping, that will be made clear to the electorate in Donegal. At present, Deputy Pringle is a member of Independents for Change, which also concludes other TDs such as Mick Wallace, Clare Daly, Maureen O’Sullivan and
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Almost €7000 in Leader funding has been secured for the Gaoth Dobhair community centre. The grant will go towards supporting the community project and developing their work on the ground in. Minister Joe McHugh says: “Coiste Forbartha Dhobhair and all those involved with Ionad Naomh Pádraig will use the money to help pay for a
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Donegal had the sixth highest residential vacancy level in the state last year according to the latest Geo View report published by GeoDirectory. Meanwhile, 521 residential address points in Donegal were added to the GeoDirectory database in the twelve months to December 2018. The GeoDirectory figures are produced with backing from An Post and the
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Ice Swimmer Paddy Bond was back in the ice this weekend in Doncaster at the Great British Ice Swimming Championships and picked up two silver medals in the 1000m freestyle and 100m overall. He completed the 1000m freestyle in 18.03 in water at temperatures of 5.5 degrees. Bond was recently selected to represent Ireland at
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Letterkenny has been deemed ‘Clean to European Norms’ in the latest league table published by IBAL – Irish Business Against Litter. In its final report for 2018 which has been published this morning, IBAL ranks Letterkenny 14th out of 40 areas surveyed, up from 19th last October. IBAL’s Conor Horgan says in many cases, Local
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There were 36 people awaiting in-patient beds at Letterkenny University Hospital this morning, the joint second highest figure in the country along with Cork. 16 of those waiting this morning were on Emergency Department trolleys. Nationally, there were 392 people awaiting beds, the highest number, 44, at University Hospital Limerick.
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It’s been revealed that Donegal is one of the worst served counties for access to an emergency department. According to an analysis based on Eircode data, the majority of Donegal residents are more than half an hour drive from the nearest hospital ED compared to an average 10 minutes for people living in Dublin.
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Concern has been raised over what’s been described as a huge crisis with the water network in Donegal. While Irish Water has announced details of various planned works in the county over the coming months, it’s been argued that even more could be done with increased investment. While work started on a new water
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Institute’s Michael McCrudden was voted the Northern Irish Football Writer’s Association Player of the Month for December. McCrudden scored seven goals throughout the month of September, with four of those coming against Cliftonville. The forward last picked up this award back in August.
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Bohemian Rhapsody was the big winner at last night’s Golden Globes in LA. The Queen movie claimed Best Picture ahead of the much-fancied ‘A Star is Born’, while star Rami Malek won Best Actor. Co-host of the ceremony, Sandra Oh, won Best Actress for TV drama Killing Eve – meaning Irish actress Caitriona Balfe missed
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The funeral of Jasmine McMonagle takes place later this morning. The 28 year old mother of two, originally from Castlefinn, was found dead at her home in Killygordon on Friday morning. She will be laid to rest after funeral Mass at St Mary’s Church, Castlefinn. Meanwhile, a 27 year old man appeared in court in
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MPs return to Westminster today with the British Prime Minister insisting they will vote on her Brexit deal next week. That’s despite the DUP and many ‘Leave’-supporting Conservatives, still saying they won’t back the withdrawal agreement. The DUP, which is propping up Theresa May’s government, says it will oppose the deal unless the Irish backstop
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Risks to our economy are on the rise according to IBEC. The business group has forecast GDP growth of over 4 per cent this year, and anticipates 66 thousand new jobs will be created. However, growth is expected to be weaker than in recent years and the uncertainty around Brexit is causing a slowdown in
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A Donegal Councillor is once again calling for additional driving testers to be deployed to the county. It’s after the Sunday Independent revealed that due to long wait times for driving tests across the country, some TDs and Oireachtas members have made representations to the RSA on a constituent’s behalf, in an attempt to
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With swine flu in circulation, the HSE wants people to keep their symptoms at home to avoid spreading infection. As children return to school tomorrow, health authorities have warned more people will get sick in the weeks ahead. In particular, the health authority says the elderly, younger people with chronic illnesses and pregnant women should
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Registration for the 2019 Donegal Atlantic Way 555km Cycle is now open. The fourth staging of the event will take place on Friday June 14th and Saturday June 16th. The race was first held in 2016 and has grown in popularity since with over 300 riders taking part in 2018. Once again the headquarters will
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Donegal had a 1-17 v 0-10 win over Down at Páirc Esler in Newry on Sunday afternoon to pick up their second win of the BOI Dr. McKenna Cup. Caolan McGonagle scored the only goal of the game with 26 minutes played in the second half and Donegal never looked in trouble throughout the 70
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Tyrone picked up their second win of the BOI Dr. McKenna Cup campaign on Sunday when they defeated Ulster University on a scoreline of 2-14 v 1-09. Declan McClure and Peter Harte score Tyrone’s goals while Conan Grugan was named Man of the Match. Tyrone now look ahead to a home game against Fermanagh on
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Derry picked up their first win of the 2019 BOI Dr. McKenna Cup on Sunday when they beat Fermanagh in Brewster Park by 3-09 v 2-08. All of Derry’s goals came from Ben McCarron, one in the first half and two in the second. It was a three point game at half-time with Derry leading
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The launch for the 2018 Donegal Sports Star Awards will take place in the Mount Errigal Hotel on Monday the 7th of January at 6 p.m. sharp. Details will be announced for the awards function which takes place on Friday 25th of January in the Mount Errigal Hotel. At the launch the Donegal Sports Star
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Bonagee United were 7-0 winners over Swilly Rovers today in the Ulster Senior League. A Garbhan Grant hat-trick, a brace from Micheál Doherty and a goal apiece from Darren McFadden and Jamie Lynagh made sure of the win for Jason Gibson’s side. Diarmaid Doherty was there for Highland Radio Sport… After the match, Bonagee manager
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Brian McCormick Sports Premier Division: Cappry Rovers 2 v 2 Donegal Town FC Castlefin Celtic 1 v 0 Glenea United Kilmacrennan Celtic 1 v 0 St. Catherine’s Temple Domestic Appliances Division 1: Cranford FC 1 v 1 Ballybofey United Donegal Physiotherapy & Performance Centre Division 2: Letterbarrow Celtic 1 v 1 Kerrykeel 71
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The costs of running a small business are spiralling out of control. That’s the view of the Restaurants Association of Ireland. It’s warning many restaurants won’t survive the increasing costs this year. The increase in VAT rates for the sector is one area of concern. CEO of the Restaurants Association of Ireland, Adrian Cummins says
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The British Prime Minister has reaffirmed her commitment that the Irish border backstop will only be a temporary solution if needed. Speaking on the BBC this morning, Theresa May tried to allay the fears of MPs who are concerned it could remain in place indefinitely. A debate on her deal is due to take place
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A dad-of-four has started a 90-mile walk across Northern Ireland to protest at the lack of a functioning government. Dylan Quinn, founder of the ‘We Deserve Better’ campaign, hopes to start a conversation about how to end the stalemate between the DUP and Sinn Fein. His route takes him from his home in Enniskillen to
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The Pro14 Inter-Provincials have been taking place over the past few weeks, with Ulster picking up their one and only win over Munster in the first of their games. In the Champions Cup, all of the Irish Provinces are all performing well in their respective pools. Ulster are second in Pool 4, and will face
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A 27 year old man has appeared in court in Sligo this evening charged with the murder of Jasmine McMongagle in Killygordon. Richard Burke, whose address was given as Forest Park, Killygordon, was granted legal aid during his appearance at Sligo District Court. He was remanded in custody and will appear in Harristown Court next
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Institute lost out to Warrenpoint Town by two goals to nil on Saturday afternoon in their Irish Cup fifth round clash at the Brandywell Stadium. Eamonn McLaughlin was there for Highland Radio Sport… After today’s game, Eamonn spoke with Institute boss Paddy McLaughlin who was disappointed with the result…
2-0 loss for Institute in Irish Cup – FT Report & Reaction Read More »
A man is due in court this (Saturday) evening in connection with the death of a woman at a house in Killygordon. The man in his late 20s and originally from Donegal town, was arrested following the death of 27 year old Jasmine McMonagle at her home in Forest Park in the early hours of
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Ulster Shield Oldtown Celtic 0 vs 3 Arranmore United Glencar Inn Division One Strand Rovers FC 2 vs 0 Glencar Celtic Old Orchard Division Two Milford United FC 2 vs 1 Drumkeen
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Jockey Martin Harley had 2 winners at Lingfield earlier today. His first win came aboard the Alan King trained Nylon Speed in the Betway Live Casino Handicap while his second came in the Follow Sun Racing On Twitter Conditions Stakes where he rode Salateen for trainer David O’Meara. Harley will be in action four more
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Donegal take on Down in Newry tomorrow in their second Dr. McKenna Cup game of the season as they look to defend their crown. Donegal were 10 point winners over Queens in the sides opening game in the tournament, but will face a stiffer test tomorrow. Down will be hoping to bounce back from a
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Derry make the trip to Enniskillen for their second match of the 2019 BOI Dr. McKenna Cup tomorrow where they will take on Fermanagh. Derry lost to Tyrone by nine points in Round 1 while Fermanagh played out a 1-09 v 0-12 draw with UUJ. Tom Comack spoke with Sports Editor of the Co. Derry Post
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Tyrone are looking to build on their win over Derry in Round 1 of the Dr. McKenna Cup tomorrow when they host UUJ in Omagh. Tyrone have just 7 of the players from the win over Derry in the starting 15, with only four players in the same positions. The students had a draw
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Two teenagers are in Police custody on suspicion of a number of motoring offences following an incident in Limavady last night Two males aged 15 and 16 have been arrested. At around 8pm on Friday night it was reported that suspected stolen car had failed to stop for police in the town. A short time
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The Taoiseach says he hopes the UK’s difficulties in leaving the EU serve as a wake-up call for people. Leo Varadkar said the situation shines a light on dishonest promises made by populists and euro-sceptics. He was speaking while visiting Germany this week. The Taoiseach said the UK’s troubles mean other countries might be more
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Gardai are continuing to investigate the death of a woman in Killygordon. 27 year old Jasmine McMonagle was found dead at her home in Forest Park in the early hours of yesterday morning. A man in his 20s remains in Garda custody. 27 year old Jasmine McMonagle’s body was found at her home in Forest
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The woman whose body was found at Forest Park Killygordon this morning has been named locally as Jasmine McMonagle. The 27 year old mother of two was originally from Castlefin. Her body has been removed to Letterkenny University Hospital where a post mortem examination is being carried out by Deputy State Pathologist Dr Linda Mulligan.
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Main Evening News, Sport, Nuacht and Obituaries Friday January 4th:
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The winners of the Euromillions New Year’s Day jackpot are planning to share their 130 million euro fortune with around 50 friends and family. Patrick and Frances Connolly, from Moira in Co Down says they celebrated their big win with a hug and a cup of tea. The couple who are in their 50s and
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The ISPCA has called on Minister Michael Creed to introduce an immediate ban on fur farming in Ireland. The organisation has confirmed that a fur farm in Donegal is continuing to operate. There are a total of three fur farms across the country, one also in Kerry and Laois containing a combined total of 200,000
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