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Man due in court charged in connection with number of burglaries in Derry

  A 23 year-old man is due to appear before Derry Magistrates Court this morning charged with burglary, interference with vehicles and possession of a class C controlled drug. The man was arrested yesterday in connection with a number of burglaries across Derry. The burglaries took place in the Skeoge Road, Gleneagles and Fern Park […]

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Glen Campbell dead: ‘Rhinestone Cowboy’ singer dies, Dolly Parton, Ringo Starr and more pay tribute

Glen Campbell has died at the age of 81, six years after letting the public know he was suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. His peak of popularity coming in the 1960s and 1970s, Campbell was known for successfully blending country and pop, his most notable hits including ‘Rhinestone Cowboy’, ‘Galveston’ and ‘Wichita Lineman’. Campbell was very

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GOT’s Sophie Turner on the surreal reason why she’s gotten roles over other ‘far better’ actresses

This has got to be one of the most bizarre reasons for casting someone. At the same time, it is a reflection of the times we are living in. GOT and X-Men star Sophie Turner recently talked about how social media has significantly helped boost her career. Speaking to Net-A-Porter’s Porter magazine (via NME), Turner confessed: “A

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Attempted murder investigation launched following discovery of viable device in Strabane

The discovery of a viable device in Strabane is being treated as attempted murder. The device was thrown through the bedroom window of a house in the Melmount Villas area of the town on Sunday evening, however Police weren’t notified until last night. The occupant of the house, a 65 year-old woman was sleeping at

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Heritage Week organisers labelled ‘Community Champions’

Minister of State at the Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht Joe McHugh has described those behind 120 events across Donegal to mark Heritage Week as ‘Community Champions’. The Government Chief Whip launched events today at the County Museum in Letterkenny, with the week running from August 19th. National Heritage Week locally is an

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Almost 16,000 awaiting treatment at Letterkenny University Hospital

According to latest figures, almost 16,000 people are awaiting treatment at Letterkenny University Hospital 56 people have been waiting over 18 months for Inpatient and Daycase treatment while almost 1,400 people are awaiting outpatient treatment for at least 18 months. According to the National Treatment Purchase Fund over a thousand people are awaiting Outpatient care

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Police arrest 23 year-old male in Derry following string of burglaries

Police in Derry are appealing for information following a number of reports of burglaries in the Skeoge Road, Gleneagles and Fern Park areas of the city yesterday. Sometime between 4pm and 9pm yesterday, entry was gained to a house in the Skeoge Road area, through an unlocked door, and a tablet device taken. At around

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20 people waiting for a bed at Letterkenny University Hospital

  There were 20 people waiting for a bed at Letterkenny University Hospital according to the latest trolley watch report. Nine people were on trolleys in its Emergency Department while a further eleven were on wards. University Hospital Limerick was the most overcrowded with 42 people waiting there. Nationally there were 329 people waiting at

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Number of options to be explored for replacement Logue’s bridge in Ballybofey

A number of options are to be explored in designing and planning a replacement Logue’s bridge Glenfin Road in Ballybofey. The current bridge has both weight restriction and height restriction barriers which prevent heavy duty vehicles from using it and is subsequently causing major traffic congestion in the area. A new bridge route and design

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Update: Detectives believe device discovered in Strabane is viable

  Detectives are appealing for information following a report of a suspicious device being thrown through the window of a property at Melmount Villas in Strabane. At approximately 8:50pm last night it was reported to police that a device had been thrown through the window of a property. The device was recovered by an occupant

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Concern after elderly woman’s property attacked with eggs in Castlefinn

Concern has been raised after an elderly woman in Castlefinn had eggs thrown at her house and car over the weekend. It’s understood that the incident has left the woman feeling fearful in her own home. Local Cllr Gary Doherty says while he hopes that there was no malice behind the attack, he is appealing

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Over 3000 potential suicides prevented by Foyle Search and Rescue since first established

  Over 3000 potential suicides have been prevented by Foyle Search and Rescue over the past 24 years. Figures released by the rescue service also reveal that over 300 people have been recovered from the water with over 100 bodies also recovered. Foyle Search and Rescue say almost 30 people lost their lives to the

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On-going security alert in Strabane after suspect device discovered

  There’s an on-going security alert in Strabane. Police are currently dealing with a suspect device on the walk way which runs between Ballycolman Avenue, along the back of the health centre towards Knockavoe Crescent. They are urging everyone to stay away from this area until advised other wise. No evacuations have taken place as

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Calls on European Union to provide enhanced funding following Brexit

    Government Chief Whip, Minister Joe McHugh has called on the European Union to provide enhanced funding following Brexit. Minister McHugh has made this call in a bid to protect the positive tourism prospects in Donegal and gains made since the Northern Ireland Peace Process came into affect. He has called on the European

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New beach wheelchair for Carrickfinn beach to be launched tomorrow

  A new beach wheelchair for Carrickfinn beach is to be launched tomorrow by Donegal County Council. The launch of the new beach wheelchair is part of the Council’s initiative to improve beach access and for use by people who use wheelchairs or those with mobility impairments. Councillor Micheal Cholm Mac Giolla Easbuig says this

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Chairperson of Save Our St Joseph’s Hospital Action Group calls for immediate Government intervention

The Chairperson of Save Our St Joseph’s Hospital Action Group has called for immediate Government intervention. Last week Minister Jim Daly confirmed that a reply given to Deputy Pat the Cope Gallagher in response to a Dail question was incorrect. In his Ministerial response Minister Daly said the proposed nursing unit in Letterkenny would replace

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77% of exporters say uncertainty of Brexit making planning for future difficult

77 percent of exporters say that ongoing uncertainty over Brexit is making it difficult to plan for the future. That’s despite the latest cross-border business monitor showing 56 percent of firms reporting stability in the ALL-ISLAND economy and 33 percent of firms reporting growth. Kerry Curran, the policy and research manager for InterTrade Ireland says

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New Bisphop of Raphoe, Bishop Alan McGukian ordained

The new Bisphop of Raphoe has officially been consecrated. The Episcopal Ordination took place today in St Eunan’s Cathedral, Letterkenny. In his homily, Archbishop Eamon Martin encouraged Bishop McGukian to always be attentive to the voice of the Lord during this life-changing moment. Following his ordination, Bishop of Raphoe, Bishop Alan McGukian says he has

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Extension welcomed for Scoil Mhuire National School, Dristeran, Gleneely

Minister Richard Bruton has approved a number of new rooms for Scoil Mhuire National School in Dristeran, Gleneely. The new build will include a new classroom, user assisted toilets and a Special Education Teacher support. Approval of the extension has been welcomed by local Councillor Bernard McGuinness. He welcomes Minister Bruton’s announcement and says this

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Gardai warn never drink and drive as two motorists are arrested on suspicion of drink driving in Donegal

Gardai have reiterated their call to motorists this Bank Holiday to never drink and drive. The warning comes as Gardai in Buncrana detected a car travelling at 168kmph in an 80kmph zone. The driver of the vehicle was subsequently stopped and failed a roadside breath test. The motorist was then arrested and taken to the

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Reaction to Tyrone’s win over Armagh in All-Ireland SFC Quarter-Final

Tyrone eased past Armagh in the All-Ireland SFC Quarter-Final yesterday with an 18 point margin. Mickey Harte’s men now move onto the Semi-Final without having really being tested in this year’s Championship. Following yesterday’s game, Mickey Harte was happy with the win, and hopes that people stop seeing his side as a defensive team, having scored

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Bray Wanderers have sufficient funds for remainder of season

The FAI released the following statement on Bray Wanderers FC. “Bray Wanderers FC has provided the Football Association of Ireland with documentation which demonstrates that the club has secured sufficient funds for the remainder of the 2017 SSE Airtricity League season. The FAI has been in ongoing communications with the club regarding its funding issues and would

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Stephen Bradley disappointed with the goals ‘given away’ against Derry

Derry City were 2-0 victors over Shamrock Rovers in Tallaght last night to leave them 8 points ahead of Rovers in the league table. Derry’s win leaves them 7 points behind 2nd placed Dundalk in the SSE Airtricity League. Shamrock Rovers are 4th, a single point ahead of Bray. Rovers’ boss Stephen Bradley was disappointed

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PSNI issue appeal for witnesses to serious crash outside Strabane

Police in Strabane are appealing for witnesses to a serious road traffic collision yesterday. The three vehicle crash occurred on the Mulvin Road between Strabane and Newtownstewart at approximately 4:40 yesterday afternoon. The road has since reopened. Anyone who witnessed the collision is asked to contact Police in Strabane on 101.

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Episcopal Ordination to take place tomorrow of new Bishop of Raphoe

The Episcopal Ordination will take place tomorrow of the new Bishop of Raphoe. Bishop-elect Alan McGuckian will be consecrated tomorrow during 3 o’clock mass at St Eunan’s Cathedral, Letterkenny. The Chief Ordaining Prelate will be Archbishop Eamon Martin, Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland. The Jesuit priest, from Cloughmills, Co Antrim was appointed

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Weekend Edition with Donal Kavanagh August 5th 2017

It’s a big festival weekend in Rathmullan ahead of the annual regatta on Monday. Liam McLaughlin and Aengus Kennedy previewed the regatta, and spoke about the preparations this weekend……. Daragh Doyle is the driving force behind Rainbow Weddings, the country’s only Wedding Planning service with an emphasis on organising same sex weddings. He spoke to

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