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The Ulster Farmers’ Union says the latest rural crime statistics underline the need for tougher action when criminals are brought before the courts. Rural crime is down around 15% according to latest figures, but it still costs in excess of £3 million each year in Northern Ireland. UFU President Barclay Bell says the situation is […]

The British government will reveal more about its plans for leaving the EU this week. It’s publishing papers about Brexit following criticism from opponents about a lack of detail. One of the issues covered in the first batch of files released will be the nature of the border with . Ministers are apparently considering what’s

The 32 year old man arrested in relation to a paramilitary style shooting in the Lisfannon Park area of Derry last Tuesday and a previous attack in March of this year has been released unconditionally. People arrested under The Terrorism Act must either be charged or released unconditionally – bail is not permitted under this

Foyle Search and Rescue has made an appeal to the public after a Lifebelt was thrown into the River Foyle. The rescue charity is calling on anyone who may observe any lifesaving devices being tampered with to contact Police immediately. They say extensive plans regarding relocation and additional new Lifebelts being placed along the River

A local Councillor in Derry is calling on the public’s assistance to help identify persons responsible for illegal dumping in the Rosemount area. Councillor Mickey Cooper was speaking after taking part in a community clean up with residents in Lower Nassau Street and Grafton Street. It is believed that some litter has originated from street

A body has recovered in the search for a man on Sliabh Sneacht. The alarm had been raised when the man, an experienced walker did not return to his car which was parked near Lough Barra. He was from England, but was a regular visitor to West Donegal. It is reported that the man, had

Travel bible Lonely Planet has named the Wild Atlantic Way as one of the ‘world’s ultimate road trips’. This is the latest in a number of accolades afforded to Co Donegal. In welcoming the news, Niall Gibbons, CEO of Tourism Ireland said this is; “wonderful news and will surely help to inspire travellers everywhere to

Irish Water are currently working to repair burst water mains in Fahan and Ramelton. They have advised that Fahan, Burnfoot, Inch, Ramelton and surrounding areas may experience supply disruptions. Work on the burst water main in Fahan hoped to be completed by 6 o’clock this evening.

Police investigating the shooting of a 33 year-old man in Derry on Tuesday night last have arrested a man. The 33 year-old was set upon by four masked men in the Lisfannon Park area of the city and shot four times, sustaining injuries to his legs and abdomen. A 32 year-old man from the Lettershandoney

A body has been recovered from the River Foyle. Police and Foyle Search and Rescue have been conducting searches of the river after a man was seen entering the water on Tuesday evening last. A post-mortem is due to be carried out.

Searches are continuing off Fanad Head today for a diver who went missing yesterday afternoon. The alarm was raised shortly before 4pm when Malin Head Coastgurad received a report that a diver had not returned to surface after a deep dive. It is understood that the group of divers were 65m below the surface at

A major search operation has been launched for a man last seen on Thursday in the Slieve Snacht area. The alarm was raised when the man, an experienced walker did not return to his car which was parked near Lough Barra. It is reported that the man, believed to be from England had spoken with

A man has been rescued from the River Foyle, Derry. Shortly before half past 4 this morning, Foyle Search and Rescue were tasked by the PSNI to reports of a person seen entereing the water. The Emergency Response Team Mobile Unit along with two boat crews arrived on the scene within minutes to commence the

The Central Statistics Office latest report from Census 2016 shows that Donegal and the wider North West region has the lowest rate of homelessness in Ireland. According to the CSO nationally, there is an increase on the number of people sleeping rough or in homeless accommodation. In the North West 40 people were homeless last

The state of the Irish health sector means patients are dying unnecessarily. That’s the stark warning from the Irish Association for Emergency Medicine. It follows revelations this week that a record almost 58 thousand were on trolleys in the first seven months of the year – thousands over the age of 75 for longer than

The Co-Ordinator of the Derry bands forum says more young people need to be engaged in their culture. Derek Moore was speaking ahead of today’s Apprentice Boys Parade in the city. Thousands are due to take part. But, Mr.Moore says several reasons could be adding to a decline in numbers:

Police have issued information for motorists ahead of the Apprentice Boys of Derry Parade later today. They have advised that a number of road closures will be in place with the main parade commencing at 12:30pm and due to return to the city at approximately 5pm. Motorists are advised to allow extra time for their

Police along with Foyle Search & Rescue are continuing to conduct searches for a 33 year-old man who is believed to have entered the River Foyle on Tuesday evening. The family of the man are grateful for the support they are getting from the wider community but continue to ask that all search efforts are

Concern has been raised by residents in the Killea area over general appearance of the local Cemetery. It’s understood that the upkeep of the graveyard is not on a regular basis while the lack of car parking facilities is also a worry as it leads onto one of the main routes from Donegal to Derry.

  A West Tyone MLA has completely condemned the the abduction of a 22-year-old man late last night in Strabane. Police say the man was walking in the Carlton Drive area at around 11 o’clock last night when a grey van pulled up alongside him. He was pulled inside the vehicle, where his abductors placed

An Orthopeadic Surgeon at Letterkenny University Hospital has spoken of the frustration he feels at the number of times procedures are cancelled, and claims his patients are being left to suffer. Peter O’Rourke says while the number of surgeons at the hospital has increased, waiting lists continue to grow, and he and his colleagues cannot

A Dublin registered Hyundai Coupe that was being sought following a burglary at the Ballyliffin Townhouse on Wednesday night has been located. The car was found intact by the PSNI on the outskirts of Derry, and is being technically examined. Gardai say they are working closely with the PSNI as the investigation progresses. Inspector David

A man’s been abducted and assaulted in Strabane. Police say the man’s injuries are not life threatening, but he was subjected to a horrific attack which has left him with suspected broken bones. Police say the 22 year old was walking in the Carlton Drive area at around 11 o’clock last night when a grey

A protest against so called punishment attacks will take place this evening at 5pm at the Peace Park in Derry’s Foyle Street. The organisers Over the last number of weeks there as been a huge increase in such attacks, culminating in the disgusting shooting of a young man in the legs and stomach on Tuesday

The Cathoirleach of the Inishowen Municipal District is warning that the future of the Foyle Ferry service relies heavily on co-operation from all local representatives both sides of the border. It’s understood that this year, Donegal County Council provided subvention for the ferry without any funding contributed by the Causeway Coast and Glens Council. Cllr.

An oyster exhibition has been officailly launched at the Doagh Famine Museum as part of the ‘Taste the Atlantic- a Seafood Journey’ trail. The industry in Donegal is now valued at over €11 million, currently employing 317 people and producing 2,475 tonnes of Irish rock and native oysters each year. The exhibition has been developed