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The UK’s Met Office has issued a Yellow weather warning for rain for the North They say that between 3pm and 11.55pm on Thursday, heavy rain will affect Northern Ireland. The office says the rain is likely to lead to flooding in places; delayed travel may well result, including through the busy evening period. It […]

Leas Cheann Comhairle and Donegal Deputy Pat the Cope Gallagher says he wants an election. Deputy Gallagher made the comments earlier today on the Nine to Noon Show when discussing flood prevention plans for Killybegs. While acknowledging that Fianna Fail has influence over decision making at present, he would prefer to be at the helm.

  Letterkenny University Hospital is the most overcrowded in Ireland today with 38 people waiting for a bed. According to the latest trolley watch report, 25 people were on trolleys in its Emergency Department while a further 13 were waiting on wards. Nationally there were 377 people waiting at hospitals across the country. Cathaoirleach of

  Detectives investigating an assault on a 20-year-old man in Newtownstewart are appealing for witnesses. The assault happened sometime between 5am and 5.30am during the early hours of Sunday morning last. In a statement, Detective Constable Brian St Ledger said that the 20-year-old male was taken to hospital with head injuries which are not thought

  A range of flooding aftermath issues in Donegal will be brought to the fore again in the Seanad later. Representations will be made for the Government to urgently provide financial support to rebuild Swan Park in Buncrana and Glenevin Waterfall in Clonmany. While the need for a range of flood defences to be commenced

The British Secretary of State for Northern Ireland says the chances of a power-sharing executive being set up soon are “not positive”. James Brokenshire says Westminster will have to impose a budget if a compromise can’t be agreed by November. The Stormont assembly collapsed last January and numerous attempts to get it up and running

  CCTV from other nearby premises in Carrigart could be vital in apprehending the culprits of a burglary at Centra in the village. Gardai in Milford are continuing their investigation into the burglary which occurred during the wake of the storm in the early hours of yesterday morning. (Tuesday) Thieves made off with a quantity

  People are being warned of counterfeit €50 notes circulating in Letterkenny. It’s after a number of businesses in the town fell victim to the scam in recent days. The Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce took to social media last night to advise the public to report any further instances to Gardai. Their CEO Toni Forrester

  Gardai are investigating a burglary at Centra in Carrigart which occurred in the early hours of yesterday morning. (Tuesday) The thieves gained access to the premises via the back door and made off with a quantity of cash and cigarettes. Gardai say they are keeping an open mind as to whether or not this

  Emergency services are currently attending the scene of a crash in Fahan. The crash happened just before 8am this morning on the Letterkenny side of the village. It’s understood that nobody has been seriously injured however motorists are advised to approach the area with caution.  

  The Minister for Office of Public Works and Flooding Relief is to visit Killybegs after flooding there in recent weeks. It’s understood that the OPW is also currently considering measures in order to prevent future flooding in the village. Homes and businesses on Bridge Street and a local school were damaged by flood water

  An evening conference under the title “Donegal’s Hidden Problem” will take place next week in Letterkenny, exploring the extent of homelessness in Donegal, and what needs to be done to address it. Deputy Thomas Pringle will co-chair the event at the Radisson Blu, Letterkenny on Thursday October 26th. Other contributors will include Fr Peter

It’s back to the classroom today for children across Donegal and nationwide – after a two-day closure due to Storm Ophelia. Bus Éireann is resuming over 6 thousand school transport services this morning. It says little or no disruption is anticipated.

Police in Derry have been part of a joint operation targetting the unlawful sale of medicine and controlled drugs online. Todayday, six men were arrested and several million pounds worth of pharmaceutical drugs seized in what police are describing as a multi-million pound international fraud operation. The investigation has been carried out by the Medicine

There were 27 patients awaiting beds at Letterkenny University Hospital this morning, 14 of them on Emergency Department trolleys. According to the INMO, the national total was 423, with the highest number, 43, recorded at Cork University Hospital.

Donegal County Council says the joint North West Trade Mission to Boston next month will see very different industry backgrounds from Donegal and Derry hoping to further expand their businesses. Two such dissimilar companies which the council says actually have a lot in common are NeuroCONCISE from Derry and Sharon McDaid, Silver Birch Gallery &

  Bill Clinton has been given an honorary doctorate at Dublin City University. He’s been honoured for his help in bringing about peace in Northern Ireland. Speaking at the event in Dublin this afternoon, the former US President explained why he got involved:

The University of Ulster at Magee has confirmed that it’s working to find a solution over drainage issues which have affected homes in Dunvale Park. It follows flooding there in recent months with homes bordering the playing fields at the University site on the Duncreggan Road particularly affected. The work will involve the installation of

  More power outages are emerging in Donegal in the aftermath of Storm Ophelia.  57 customers in the Moville area will be without power until 5pm this evening while in Convoy, there are 26 properties without power – restoration time there is also estimated at 5pm. Meanwhile crews are being brought in from France and

A young Letterkenny girl has spoken out after being viciously beaten in the town at the weekend. 18 year old Shanan Reid McDaid was walking up by the Market Square area at around 3am on Sunday morning when a man approached her and proceeded to punch her repeatedly in the face causing her extensive injuries.

  The HSE has confirmed that Seaview Respite house in Mountcharles Donegal is only operating on a three night basis due to staff shortages. It follows reports last week families who use the centre were struggling due to a lack of resources. The centre provides respite for children and adults with an Intellectual Disability and

  The North West was relatively unscathed during the storm but Donegal County Council is warning motorists to exercise caution today due to the possibility of undiscovered fallen trees and debris. Council teams are continuing their assessment of the county’s roads this morning but are advising that some rural roads have not yet been examined.

  Serious concern has been raised over a high level of anti-social behaviour in Buncrana. It’s understood that the situation is confined to the Ferris Lane area of the town where a gang of 20-30 youths have been congregating, shouting abuse at residents and letting off fireworks. The issue has been reported to Gardai. Cathaoirleach

Approximately 300,000 people are without power this morning in the wake of Ophelia – almost 150 of them in Donegal. 73 customers remain without power in Rosgeir – power is expected to be returned there at 1pm this afternoon. In Moville, 57 customers are without power this morning with a restoration time there of 5pm

  With the remnants of Storm Ophelia continuing this morning, Donegal County Council are advising ongoing vigilance due to the possibility of flooding in coastal areas, especially in the south and southwest of the County. High tides were predicted earlier this morning with higher than normal seas swells expected. Donegal County Council is advising the

Ireland’s tourism sector could be worth up to 1.1 billion Euro to the economy this year. The figures come from Connect17 – a major tourism event taking place at the RDS in Dublin today. Hundreds of international guests will come to Ireland to discover venues, hotels and other companies for their business. Founder of the event

  It’s emerged that 40 fishing boats are being prevented from fishing for prawn, even though there is uncaught quota in the waters. Donegal Deputy Pearse Doherty says the authorities have closed the strategic Porcupine Bank fishing zone to prawn fishermen, with the potential loss of €6 million. Depity Doherty say he’s been approached by

  A Derry man who was caught sleeping in a doctor’s common room at Altnagelvin Hospital has been jailed for 24 weeks after he threatened the member of staff who came across him. 45 year old Liam Bradley, of no fixed abode admitted one charge of common assault that occurred on August 12. The court

The worst of storm Ophelia has passed, leaving death and destruction in its wake. Three people have been killed in separate incidents in Waterford, Tipperary and Louth. 330 thousand households remain without power, and the clean up operation is due to begin in earnest tomorrow. Around 200 properties lost power in Donegal while a number

  Track Ophelia – updates below Tune in to Highland Radio news tomorrow morning from 7am for the latest on any damage caused by Storm Ophelia – there will also be reaction on the 9 ’til Noon show with Greg from 9am. 21.00 It would appear the worst of the storm is over. The strongest

Parts of Donegal are already experiencing strong winds as Ophelia makes her way to the county. Councillor Niamh Kennedy, says Killybegs has seen gusts carrying debris and instances of high tides earlier this afternoon. She is advising people to adhere to the warnings that have been issued by the local authorities:

Police and the family of missing Omagh woman, Charlotte Murray are today renewing their appeal for information of her disappearance. Charlotte was reported missing in May 2013 but had not been in contact with family or friends since October/November 2012. The 34 year old who is originally from Omagh had been living in Moy at

Storm Ophelia is forecast to hit Donegal this evening at approximately 6 o’clock. One person has died in Waterford as a result of the storm and almost 170,000 homes are without power. Met Eireann forecasters expect Donegal will experience spells of heavy rain before high winds set in. Speaking a short time ago on Around

A multi-million euro expansion plan for Letterkenny Institute of Technology has been announced today. As part of the extension LYIT will receive a new library and general education teaching building which will house a learning resource centre, IT and innovation laboratories, online learning delivery rooms and clasrooms. The announcement is part of a €200 million

It’s emerged that three patients were waiting on trolleys on a back corridor in Letterkenny University Hospital this morning – a move never seen before according to the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation. The INMO are urging all Donegal TDs to back their calls for an independent review of admission and discharge procedures at the