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Concern raised after syringes and unknown substance discovered in Derry estate

  Concern has been raised after a number of used syringes and an unknown substance were found in a residential area in Derry. Yesterday a teenager came upon the items which included a number of used syringes, small clear plastic bags with a white unkown substance in Cromore Gardens in the Creggan area of the […]

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Any form of customs controls must be strongly opposed – McConalogue

  A Donegal Deputy is warning that any form of customs controls on the island of Ireland will create additional costs for export and import companies here in Ireland and abroad. Deputy Charlie McConalogue’s comments come following confirmation from the UK Brexit Secretary David Davis that the British Government is working towards implementing an ‘invisible

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Health Minister commits to progress Type 1 diabetes services and care in Donegal

  Health Minister Simon Harris has committed to progress Type 1 diabetes services and care in Donegal. At a meeting with Minister Harris and local elected representatives, the Donegal Diabetes Committe heard promises that approval has been given to appoint a paediatric consultant and a second endocrinologist at Letterkenny University Hospital. Minister Harris has also proposed

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Russell Crowe leads the way after appeal for birthday messages for Ollie (9) who is being bullied

A dad’s appeal for birthday wishes for his son who is being bullied has sparked a heartwarming reaction with Russell Crowe among those sending the little boy birthday messages.  Dedicated dad Christopher wrote on Twitter: “Strange request. Anyone know anyone famous/well known who could send Ollie a positive/9th birthday message. The bully keeps saying to

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Jobstown Six not guilty of the false imprisonment of former Tánaiste Joan Burton

The Jobstown Six have all been acquitted of the false imprisonment of former Tánaiste Joan Burton and her adviser Karen O’Connell. The jury cleared all of the accused, including Solidarity TD Paul Murphy, after three hours of deliberations. They’d been accused of trapping the women inside two Garda vehicles during a water charge protest in

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Update: proposal to postpone Stormont assembly sitting until this afternoon shot down by DUP

  A proposal to postpone the Stormont assembly sitting until this afternoon has been shot down by the DUP. Politicians were due to convene at noon to begin appointing ministers however the SDLP suggested an extension. All other parties agreed to except the DUP. Party whips are due to meet again around now to make

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Government refuses to commit to defective block redress scheme

Homeowners in Donegal have called for a Mica Redress Scheme to be set up and implemented ‘straight away’, to compensate those affected by defective concrete blocks. The call was made at a special Seminar in the An Grianán Hotel, in Burt last night. Around 300 homeowners attended the seminar organised by the Mica Action Group,

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22 people waiting for a bed at Letterkenny University Hospital

There were 22 people waiting for a bed at Letterkenny University Hospital this morning according the latest trolley watch report. 3 were waiting on trolleys in its Emergency Department while a further 19 were waiting on wards. The number waiting is down significantly from yesterday’s figure of 35. Cork University Hospital was the most overcrowded

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‘Unlikely’ for political parties to reach deal at Stormont as deadline fast approaches

  It’s looking unlikely that a deal will be reached to restore power-sharing at Stormont by this afternoon’s deadline. If there’s no First Minister in Northern Ireland by 4pm, then some form of direct rule from Westminster will return. Yesterday the Foreign Affairs Minister, Simon Coveney, backed Sinn Féin’s stance on the importance of the

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GAA Programme – Busy weekend ahead for the Donegal Senior Mens and Ladies

The GAA Programme in association with Michael Murphy Sports and Leisure, is broadcast every Wednesday from 8.30pm – 9pm. On this week’s programme, Donegal manager Rory Gallagher on the latest from the Donegal camp ahead of Saturday’s All-Ireland Qualifier with Longford. Former Donegal player John Haran goes down memory lane and recalls Donegal’s one and

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Outrage in Letterkenny after iconic statue vandalised in town centre

There has been outrage in Letterkenny after an iconic statue was vandalised in the town centre. The statue was one of a number situated together at the Market Square depicting local children at hiring fair day in the town. It was discovered knocked over and damaged nearby where it originally stood at some stage this

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Campaign launched in Derry urging public to be vigilant over the summer

Derry and Strabane Policing and Community Safety Partnership has launched a campaign urging householders to secure their homes and valuables over the coming months. The Close it, Lock it, Check it campaign is warning the public to remain vigilant and alert particularly when holidaying over the summer. The PCSP has revealed that the number of

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Rights of public access to natural amenities must be defended – MacLochlainn

A Donegal Senator says the rights of local and visitor’s to access natural amenities must be defended. It follows a protest held last weekend at the Pollet Great Arch in Fanad after an access turnstile to the path being blocked and ‘no trespassing’ signs erected. A petition calling for access to the iconic landmark be

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Disappointment as Constitunecy Commission recommend Donegal remain unchanged

Donegal Deputy Pat the Cope Gallagher has expressed his disappointment as the Constitunecy Commission recommends that Donegal remain unchanged. Previous calls were made for the county to be reunited as one single Dail Constituency. The Constituency Commission has proposed that the Donegal constituency remain unchanged with South Donegal forming part of the Sligo-Leitrim constituency. The Leas-Cheainn

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Is Daniel Day-Lewis’s next move to become a dressmaker?

  We look at the evidence and indications behind the internet’s latest rumour. In case you missed it last Wednesday, the inimitable Daniel Day-Lewis announced that he is retiring from acting. In a very unceremonious fashion, that is typically humble of the actor, Day-Lewis released a statement to Variety that read: “Daniel Day-Lewis will no

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Major investment for cross border health services announced

A major investment of €26.5 million of EU funding has been announced for a number of cross-border health and social care projects. The funding will enable further progress and expansion of cross border health services along border regions with the recruitment of over 100 staff. The funding has been made available through the Special Eu

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Taoiseach and Government have their priorities wrong – Deputy Doherty

The Taoiseach’s tax cutting proposals have received much criticism this afternoon. Donegal Deputy Pearse Doherty challenged Leo Varadkar on his plans to cut income tax for those earning above €70,000 which will come at a cost of €441 million. The Taoiseach has said that he will find money no matter what next year’s budget may

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Memorial service to be held to remember four boys who drowned 100 years ago

A memorial service will be held this week to remember four young boys who drowned in the River Foyle 100 years ago. Arthur James Dowds, James Orr, George Quigley and Patrick O’Donnell drowned on 30th June 1917. The service will begin at 6.30pm near St Johnston Cricket Club on Railway Road, St Johnston on Friday.

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35 people awaiting admission to Letterkenny University Hospital

The number of people awaiting admission to Letterkenny University Hospital has soared with 35 people waiting for a bed this morning – the third highest figure recorded today.  According to the INMO, 15 were waiting on trolleys in its Emergency Department while a further 20 were waiting on wards. Cork University Hospital is the most

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Appeal launched to help former members of Defence Forces who are homeless

  An appeal’s been launched to help former members of the Defence Forces who have become homeless. Veterans’ support group O.N.E. is currently providing accommodation for more than 40 former members of the defence forces at centres in Dublin, Athlone and Letterkenny. The organisation says some veterans find adjusting to civilian life difficult, leading to

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Up to 60 business owners attend first Business Watch meeting in Carndonagh

A special meeting has heard that business owners in Carndonagh are living in constant fear of a potential break-in. Up to 60 business owners were present at the first Business Watch meeting in the Colgan Hall last night with Crime Prevention Officer Sgt. Paul Wallace and local representatives also in attendance. It was proposed that

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Gerry Adams to officially open Letterkenny Republican Centre tomorrow

Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams will officially open the Letterkenny Republican Centre tomorrow. The Sands/Fullerton Republican Centre situated on the High Road area of the town will act as a hub for party members in the county. The centre has been described as the conclusion of the current phase of Sinn Feins development in Donegal.

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Four candidates confirmed to contest for co-opted seat on Donegal County Council

  Four candidates have been confirmed to contest for the co-opted seat on Donegal County Council. The seat was vacated after the late Cllr Sean McEniff died earlier this year. Elizabeth McIntyre, a daughter of the late Cllr. McEniff, Roger Meehan from Dunkineely, Micheál Naughton who lives in Laghey and former Ballyshannon Town Councillor Billy

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Calls for restoration of cardiac rehabilitation services at Letterkenny University Hospital

A Donegal Deputy is calling on the HSE and the Department of Health to immediately fund the repair and restoration of cardiac rehabilitation services at Letterkenny University Hospital. The service had been provided to patients in Donegal for the past number of years however due to equipment breakdowns the service is no longer available. Deputy

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Leaders Illies host Greencastle as North West Women’s Super League returns

The North-West Women’s Super League returns after its break for the State Exams this Thursday night with four games down for decision. The League leaders Illies Celtic have had a superb start to the season and during the break defeated Lagan Harps 4-1 in the WFAI Intermediate Cup. John Doherty’s team have been in flying

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John McEnroe angers the masses by claiming Serena Williams would rank 700th on men’s circuit

With twenty three Grand Slam singles titles to her name, it’s hard not to refer to Serena Williams as one of the greatest players to ever play the sport of tennis. If not the greatest.  And yet, there are still people that think Williams couldn’t compete with the male athletes in her sport. One such person is

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Is Daniel Day-Lewis’s next move to become a dressmaker?

We look at the evidence and indications behind the internet’s latest rumour. In case you missed it last Wednesday, the inimitable Daniel Day-Lewis announced that he is retiring from acting. In a very unceremonious fashion, that is typically humble of the actor, Day-Lewis released a statement to Variety that read: “Daniel Day-Lewis will no longer

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