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Irish Water say it is not their responsibility to investigate slick in Dungloe Bay

An emergency meeting between local representatives and Irish Water has taken place over an on-going sewerage slick in Dungloe Bay. A number of residents raised health and safety concerns recently over an apparent slick in the water. It’s understood that the meeting heard that it is not Irish Water’s responsibility to investigate the slick however

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Donegal man charged with causing grievous bodily harm with intent on former Derry City footballer

A Donegal man has been charged with causing grievous bodily harm with intent on former Derry City footballer, Barry Molloy. Martin Cheung, 39 of Ardban, Muff appeared at Derry Magistrates Court charged with possessing an offensive weapon, namely a glass and causing grievous bodily harm with intent on May 29th. A police officer has connected

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Feel a tremor this morning? It may be down to an earthquake off the Donegal coast!

It’s been confirmed that a minor earthquake occurred off the Donegal coast this morning. The alarm was first raised by a number of residents in the Milford area after feeling a slight tremor at approximately 6.45am. It’s understood that the earthquake struck off the Fanad peninsula but could be felt for miles inland. Tom Blake,

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Mother of late Shane Patton hopes new legislation on driving disqualifications will make a difference

The mother of an 18-year-old Donegal man killed by a drink driver who was driving at 165 kph is welcoming the introduction of legislation recognising driving disqualifications across the island of Ireland. Shane Patton was killed in a two vehicle collision in Drumkeen 5 years ago. The driver of the other car, Eamonn Lynch was

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Fears that two additional staff to Glenveagh not enough to cope with surge in visitors

It’s been claimed that the allocation of 2 additional staff to Glenveagh National Park is not sufficient to cope with the surge in visitor numbers and staff shortages. Last year 176,444 people visited Glenveagh National Park – the highest number on record. However, Donegal Deputy Charlie McConalogue says staffing levels have fallen year on year

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Number of Donegal environmental projects to share over €36,000 in funding

  A number of Donegal environmental projects are to share over €36,000 in Government funding. The Local Agenda 21 Environmental Partnership Fund supports local environmental initiatives by communities, individuals and not-for-profit groups. €460,000 of funding is available nationally for this year with local authorities to match that allocation. Cllr. Jimmy Kavanagh says while the allocation

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Irish Water investing €2.7m in wastewater monitoring and sampling in North West

Irish Water is investing €2.7m million in flow monitoring and performance sampling equipment in wastewater treatment plants across the North and West region as part of a nationwide project which the utility say will provide enhanced protection for our rivers and coastal waters. The project will also allow Irish Water to identify where investment is

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Some fast times and excellent performances in Dungloe Festival 5k road race

  There were some fast times and some excellent performances in the Dungloe Festival 5k road race last night Letterkenny AC’s Eoin Hughes maintained his excellent run of form by taking first place in 16 minutes, 16 seconds. Roy McGilloway of Foyle Valley AC was just four seconds back in second in 16.20 and Finlay

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First report on how to achieve a peaceful reunification of Ireland published today

The first report on how to achieve a peaceful reunification of Ireland will be published today. The Joint Oireachtas Committee on the Implementation of the Good Friday Agreement says the Government must now open up dialogue on the future of the island. The report comes at a time of uncertainty for Northern Ireland in particular,

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Chair of Letterkenny Food Bank makes emotional appeal after yet another break in

The Chair of the Letterkenny Food Bank has made an emotional appeal for information after yet another break in at the premises. It’s understood that criminals broke in at some stage on Monday night and made off with new CCTV cameras. The valuable equipment had just been installed in recent days after the property had

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Further calls for urgent safety works to be carried out in Carrigans

A Donegal County Councillor has reiterated his call for urgent safety measure works to be carried out in Carrigans. It’s after yet another minor crash in the village this week. Cllr Paul Canning believes that road safety improvements there must take precedence over other planned works in Donegal. He says action must be taken now

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Concern after vital lifesaving equipment damaged along river in Sion Mills

Serious concern has been raised after vital lifesaving equipment has been damaged along the river in Sion Mills. It’s believed that the incident happened at some stage over the weekend and was noticed by a passer-by this week. Police in Strabane are asking river users to report any criminal damage by contacting them on 101.

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Channing Tatum talking about how his daughter hates his movies is just as cute as you think

If wearing a tie painted by his daughter isn’t enough to push you over the edge, Tatum’s talking about how his daughter hates his movies will. Tatum was on Jimmy Kimmel last night to talk about ‘Logan Lucky’ and the unconventional road trip that he’s going on across America to promote it (no, seriously) when Kimmel latched

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Rory Gallagher says social media played no part in his decision to relinquish Donegal reins

Rory Gallagher has released a statement following his decision to step down as manager of the Donegal senior football team. In the  statement he thanked his family, the Donegal County Board, his management team and players for their contribution towards his seven year involvement in the Donegal set up. – you can read his full

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Irish drivers who are disqualified in the UK will now have their ban applied here

  Irish drivers who are disqualified in the UK will now have their ban applied here. The Transport Minister has signed an order ensuring that the UK and Ireland will both recognise disqualifications obtained in the other country. It will affect drivers disqualified for dangerous driving, hit and runs, and drink-driving. Chief Inspector of Criminal

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Number of childcare facilities in Donegal share €70,000 in funding

A number of childcare facilities in Donegal are to share €70,000 in funding. The funding is part of a nationwide allocation which will be used to create extra childcare places in the county. Groups located in Buncrana, Carndonagh, Greencastle, Glenties, Killygordon and Letterkenny are to share the allocation. Cllr Terance Slowey says the funding will

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Donegal GAA thank Rory Gallagher for his contribution to Donegal football

The Donegal County Board have thanked Rory Gallagher for his service to Donegal football. The Fermanagh native stepped down as Donegal Manager last night following a championship which ended in heavy defeats to Galway and Tyrone. In a statement, the Donegal County Committee placed on record their thanks and appreciation for his contribution to Donegal

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Brendan Devenney on Rory Gallagher’s decision to stand down as Donegal Manager

The Donegal County Board are expected to release an official statement later on Rory Gallagher’s departure as Donegal manager. The Fermanagh man resigned from his post last night informing the players and county board before the August county committee meeting. Gallagher had been in charge since Jim McGuinness’ stepped away in 2014. He lead Donegal

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I was given “wrong information” on community hospitals – Minister

Minister Jim Daly has moved to confirm that an answer given to a Dail question over future of three community hospitals in Donegal was the wrong one. In answer to the question tabled last week by Deputy Pat The Cope Gallagher, Minister Daly said the proposed nursing unit in Letterkenny would replace existing long-stay accommodation

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The good results keep rolling for Rhys and Caolan Irwin

Irwin Racing’s Thundersport trophy haul continues to grow following another successful weekend competing in the competitive British series. Racing at the unique Rockingham circuit the Oasis Bar Letterkenny and Clean Rubber backed team picked up six more podium finishes with Rhys Irwin collecting four first places from his four races, while older brother Caolán recovered

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Summer Phoenix files for divorce from Casey Affleck

  Oscar winner Casey Affleck’s wife has reportedly filed for divorce, according to court documents obtained by People. The couple publicly announced their separation, which occurred in November 2015, last March. They had been married for nearly ten years and according to in a statement given to People, “remain very close friends” having “amicably separated.” The

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Sam Shepard, Actor and Pulitzer-Winning Playwright, Is Dead at 73

Mr. Shepard, one of the most important and influential writers of his generation, specialized in capturing the darker sides of American family life. Sam Shepard, whose hallucinatory plays redefined the landscape of the American West and its inhabitants, died on Thursday at his home in Kentucky. He was 73. A spokesman for his family announced

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Warning issued after further sightings of harmful jellyfish on Donegal beach

  A warning has been issued by Mulroy Coastguard after a lion’s mane jellyfish washed up on Downings beach at the weekend.  The harmful sting of the jellyfish has been known to cause severe pain and anaphylactic shock. The coastguard is urging the public to be cautious, stay clear of the jellyfish and report any

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Sport Ireland launch investigation in missing drug test samples

  Sport Ireland’s anti-doping officials have launched an investigation into urine samples taken from GAA players being lost in transit to a World Anti-Doping lab in Germany. The Irish Independent reports that couriers mislaid samples from three Westmeath hurlers last month which were bound for the WADA testing centre in Cologne. Sport Ireland have confirmed

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23 people waiting for a bed at Letterkenny University Hospital

There were 23 people waiting for a bed at Letterkenny University Hospital this morning according to the INMO. 10 people were on trolleys in its Emergency Department while a further 13 were waiting on wards. University Hospital Limerick was the most overcrowded this morning with 31 people waiting there. Nationally, there were 287 people waiting

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McHugh criticises ‘outdated’ statement on Donegal community hospitals

Minister Joe McHugh has said he has been reassured by the HSE that the health body is committed to a €5.6M upgrade to two community hospitals in the county and the retention of services including long stay beds. Minister McHugh said the HSE locally had once again reiterated its proposals to spending €3.5M on St

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Minister’s response signals the end of long term care in community hospitals – Cope

A ministerial response to a question tabled by Deputy Pat The Cope Gallagher seems to confirm the end of long stay accommodation at three community hospitals in Donegal. In his response, MInister Jim Daly says “it is proposed to build a new 130 bed community nursing unit in Letterkenny by the end of 2021, through

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Donegal received only two new IDA backed companies since 2008 – Mac Lochlainn

It’s emerged that only 2 out of 607 new IDA supported companies have located in Donegal over the past ten years. Senator Pádraig Mac Lochlainn said he’s reachd that conclusion after an analysis of parlimentary question responses and IDA reports since 2008. It is, he claims, a “damning indictment of the job creation policies of

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Stormont talks must be ‘short, focused and rigorously impartial’ – Murphy

Sinn Féin will tell the British Government today that a deal to restore the Stormont Executive is only possible if rights are implemented and agreements honoured. Speaking ahead of a meeting with British Secretary of State James Brokenshire in Belfast, Sinn Féin negotiator Conor Murphy says when talks resume, they should be ‘short, focused and

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Mc Conalogue says Bruton meeting on Buncrana campus should take place immediately

A Donegal Deputy has called on the Government to end what he termed  its policy of neglect and spin with regard to the Buncrana three school campus. Last week the prospect of a meeting with Minister Richard Bruton was welcomed with Minister Joe McHugh saying progress was being made on securing a site for the

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Kim Kardashian’s nan has secret Instagram to check up on the family

Fun with grandma Mary Jo (Kim K/Instagram) Kim Kardashian West had a fun weekend spending some quality time with her elderly grandmother Mary Jo, and has revealed the pentioner has a ‘secret’ Instagram account so that she can enjoy watching her family’s antics online. The social media star, 36, has revealed Kris Jenner’s 83-year-old mother

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‘Game Of Thrones’ Star Sues Former Manager Over Alleged Deception

  Has this Lannister not paid his debts, or is he up against King’s Landing–level deceit? That’s a question for a Los Angeles court after Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, who plays Jaime Lannister on “Game of Thrones,” filed a suit on Friday against former manager Jill Littman over two contracts, Deadline reported. The contracts inspired heated language

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