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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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Finn Harps Commercial Manager Aidan Campbell on the clubs latest fundraising drive

Finn Harps FC have asked the Donegal public to get behind the Ballybofey side with the announcement of their summer fundraising schedule. The postponement of the derby game v Derry City has presented the club with a huge challenge and Harps are asking all our supporters to take an active role in ensuring the success

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Finn Harps call on supporters to unite behind club’s bid for Premier survival

Finn Harps FC have asked the Donegal public to get behind Ollie Horgan’s team as the club announced their Summer fundraising schedule, the success of which is key to the club’s premier survival. While not boasting the resources of the full-time clubs, many of which benefit from substantial backing from benefactors, Harps believe a collective

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20% of women referred to LUH breast clinic waiting over a year to be seen

It’s emerged that almost 20% of all patients referred to the symptomatic breast cancer clinic at Letterkenny University Hospital for an appointment have been waiting for more than a year to be seen. In response to Dail Questions tabled by Deputy Pearse Doherty, it’s been revealed that of 732 patients referred to the service by

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Appeal court rules against Mc Kinney family in Oatfield rights of way appeal

The Mc Kinney family have lost an appeal over whether rights of way exist over the site of the former Oatfield Factory in Letterkenny. In 2015, the High Court ruled the estate of Ruth Mc Kinney, daughter of Oatfield founder Ira Mc Kinney, had no entitlement to rights of way across the premises. That decision

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Deadline looms as Coveney hopes for “broad agreement” at Stormont by tonight

Talks aimed at restoring the north’s power-sharing government will resume at Stormont later. The five main parties are due to hold round table talks today. But the real sticking points are between the two biggest parties – the DUP and Sinn Féin. They have until Thursday to reach an agreement that would see the executive

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Our Children’s Voice bring campaign for cross border care to Stormont

An all-Ireland solution to palliative care for children could be a step closer following a ‘productive’ meeting at Stormont. Donegal parent led campaign group “Our Children’s Voice” met with Sinn Féin President Gerry Adams and the party’s leader in the north Michelle O’Neill, to examine the idea of a cross border solution. Donegal families have

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Nicole Kidman Still Feels Like A Girlfriend To Keith Urban After 11 Years

The country singer celebrated his anniversary with some adorable selfies. Considering how Nicole Kidman’s on-screen relationships have ended as of late, it’s nice to know she and husband Keith Urban are still chugging along in wedded Oceanian bliss. The Oscar-winner and the country singer have now been married 11 years, which essentially amounts to a bicentennial in Hollywood.

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Johnny Depp’s former managers say he lied to Australian authorities about smuggling his dogs

Johnny Depp’s ongoing court battle with former management team TMG is getting increasingly messy.  It’s been well documented how the management group has gone into great detail about the lavish spending that Depp was accustomed to while they were managing his affairs. This reportedly included up $30,000 a month on wine. As of late, the

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Community group wants to see Doe Castle opening hours extended in 2018

The local community group which spearheaded the reopening of Doe Casle to the public says they want to see it open seven days a week. Next Friday, the castle will re-open again for weekends in July and August, following an initiative to install visitor facilities and provide trained tour guides in 2015. “Moving Mevagh Forward”

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Cope calls for quick announcement on Donegal island roads funding

The Department of the Gaeltacht is being urged to urgently review the decision not to fund any of the Donegal Islands under the Islands Capital programme for road improvements announced last week. After last week’s announcement, Chief Whip and Gaeltacht and Islands Minister Joe Mc Hugh said an application from Donegal County Council was with

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Former Monaghan Manager Seamus McEnaney to meet his native county in Qualifiers

The draw for Round 2B of the football qualifiers has been made. Seamus McEnaney’s Wexford side will play host to his native county, as Monaghan make the trip to Innovate Wexford Park. McEnaney previous spent six years as Monaghan manager. Monaghan enter the qualifiers after a suprise lost in the Ulster Semi Final to Down.

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Ollie Horgan calling for Harps support as club deals with latest money problems

Finn Harps Football Club will release at statement later today calling for urgent support as the club hits trouble financial times once again. Members of the board met on Sunday to construction a plan to deal with the latest money crisis to hit the Ballybofey club. With Derry City’s involvement in the Europa League on

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