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Almost 2,500 households needed for social housing in Donegal

Donegal County Council is being urged to fast track the delivery of planned social housing units in Donegal. It was revealed in a comprehensive report from the Council yesterday that the gross need for social housing in Donegal comes in at almost 2,500 households when the waiting and transfer list are combined. The local authority

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Growing number of people presenting as homeless in Donegal

Donegal County Council has been asked to employ an independent housing officer to work with the growing number of people who are presenting as homeless in Donegal. In its response, the local authority say that work is already underway in setting up a Tenancy Support & Sustainment service which would liaise with those affected and

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Ireland’s negotiation position on border weakened, says TD

A Donegal TD says Ireland’s negotiation position on the border has been weakened after it was confirmed that a final deal on the border has been put back until October. Last evening, British Prime Minister Theresa May confirmed talks have begun on the border with the EU and, where appropriate, the irish government. However, Deputy

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McCrossan welcomes plan for new Young Adult youth facility

It’s emerged that the North’s Education Authority is seeking a site to develop a Young Adult Centre in Strabane. Responding to questions from West Tyrone MLA Daniel Mc Crossan, the Permanent Secretary of the Department of Education confirmed that officials are in contact with the Advisory Committee of the Youth Club at Melvin Hall with

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UK and EU will hold substantive discussions on the Irish border

The UK leader has announced dedicated talks are beginning with the EU to decide how the Irish border will operate after Brexit. The British government clashed with the European Commission over its ‘backstop’ proposal which would have seen Northern Ireland remain part of the single market if nothing else was agreed. Theresa May said that

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Council seeks to address concerns about St Catherine’s Well in Killybegs

There was drama at today’s sitting of Donegal County Council, with intensive discussion over the future of the site surrounding St. Catherine’s Well in Killybegs. The local authority presented the town plan today which included 757 submissions from the community. 721 were in favor to support the plan in its draft format while the rest

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Donegal County Council, County House, Lifford

Donegal County Council collected 74% of rates due in 2017

Donegal County Council has revealed that last year, the collection of commercial rates increased to 74% up from 68% in 2016. Director of Finance Garry Martin acknowledged this increase, saying the increase significantly over the last number of years despite the less favourable economic climate for small businesses in the county He noted that while

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Carndonagh’s Erin McLaughlin scores winner as Ireland U15s win Bob Docherty Cup

The Republic of Ireland U15 girls took part in the Bob Docherty Cup tournament over the weekend, and won the final today by beating England 2-1. Erin McLaughlin of Carndonagh CS scored the winner for the Irish side after coming on at a substitute at half-time. Kerry Brown of Moville Community College came on as a

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Bishop Boyce appointed as Apolostic Administrator of Dromore

The former Bishop of Raphoe has been appointed Apolostic Administrator of the Catholic Diocese of Dromore. The diocese covers parts of Antrim, Armagh and Down. Bishop Philip Boyce was appointed to the post today after Pope Francis accepted the resignation of Bishop John McAreavey. Bishop Mc Areavey resigned at the beginning of March after it

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10 people waiting for a bed at LUH this morning

There were 10 people awaiting admission to Letterkenny University Hospital this morning according to the latest trolley watch report. Four people were on trolleys in its Emergency Department while a further six were waiting on wards. University Hospital Limerick was the most overcrowded today with 62 people waiting there. Nationally, there were 473 people waiting

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Donegal didn’t finish the game off when they should have – Declan Bonner

Donegal will play in Division 2 of the National Football League next year following a 0-13 v 0-13 draw with Mayo today, in what was a must win game for Declan Bonner’s side. Declan Bonner spoke with Tom Comack in Ballybofey… Michael Murphy gave his thoughts to Tom Comack after the draw…

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Athletics Review 25/3/18

The National Juvenile Indoor Championships took place in Athlone, where there were medals for Donegal athletes. Anne Marie McGlynn ran a 33.53 and won the Hyde Park 10k in London. Brendan Boyce was in 35k action in Slovakia, and looks ahead to the World Championships. Brian Boyce competed in the European Masters for the 4x200m

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Cockhill Celtic top Ulster Senior League again after win over Finn Harps Reserves

Cockhill Celtic have moved top of the Ulster Senior League following a 2-0 win over Finn Harps Reserves on Sunday afternoon. Marty Doherty and Peter Doherty were the goalscorers for Cockhill. On Saturday evening, Bonagee United and Derry City Reserves played out a 1-1 draw. Jamie Lynagh scored for Bonagee on 77 minutes, but Shane

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Tory Islanders vote narrowly to accept Queen of Aran proposals

Tory Island residents have voted to accept proposals which has led to the resolution of the dispute over the Tory Island ferry service. A report from Pól Ó Gallchóir, Chairman of Foras na Gaeilge and former chief executive of TG4, was submitted to Islanders and the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht on Friday March 23. Islanders agreed

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Petition launched in support of Kilcar’s ‘Ricky from the chippy’

Hundreds of people have signed a petition in support of a man reportedly forced from his home in Kilcar by immigration officials. Vikram Sharma, known also as Ricky, had become an active member of the community of Kilcar having got involved in local festivals, Tidy Towns and many community events. As part of a campaign supporting Ricky

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Michael Murphy Sports Donegal Club Championship Draw Results

Senior Football Championship: Group A: Ardara, Glenswilly, Bundoran, Termon Group B: Naomh Conaill, Dungloe, St. Eunan’s, Gaoth Dobhair Group C: Burt, St. Michael’s, Four Masters, Malin Group D: Milford, Sean MacCumhaills, Killybegs, Kilcar After the Senior Football Championship Draw, Tom Comack spoke with Kilcar goalkeeper Eamonn McGinley… Tom also spoke with Naomh Conaill chairman Martin

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