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Shorthall says “blonde” comments raise questions about Arlene Foster

Arlene Foster’s recent comments about Sinn Féin’s northern leader Michelle O’Neill have been described as ‘bitchy’ by a Social Democrat TD. DUP leader Foster was asked in a newspaper interview to describe Michelle O’Neill in one word – her answer was ‘blonde’. Sinn Féin have since claimed the remark was sexist, which the DUP says

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Family seek help in finding man thought to have gotten into difficulty swimming in the Foyle

The sister of missing man Sam Comber, also known as Sam Harold, has made an appeal for help in finding him. Mr Comber was last seen in Derry on Sunday May 14. The 39 year-old bought items from a supermarket in the Quayside area at approximately 2:25pm before cycling towards the Peace Bridge. The bike

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Letterkenny University Hospital again the most overcrowded in Ireland

The number of sick people awaiting admission to a bed at Letterkenny University Hospital has risen to 33 making it again the most overcrowded hospital in the country. 20 of those are on trolleys with 13 in wards. University Hospital Galway is next with 30 people on trolleys and overflow areas of wards. At hospitals

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Donegal projects to get heritage funding grants

The Heritage Council and the Minister for Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs, Heather Humphreys have today  announced funding for a number of heritage projects in County Donegal under its 2017 Community Heritage Grants Scheme.  A total of 196 heritage projects nationwide have been awarded funding under the scheme, which supports the continuing conservation

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Welcome news as HSE confirms return of key services at Carndonagh Hospital

There has been a welcome to the news that full services, including respite services, will be restored at Carndonagh Community Hospital in the coming weeks. The recent loss of respite services at the hospital had been the result of staff shortages due to retirement and illness leave but the HSE has confirmed the recruitment of

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McCarron and McMahon doubtful for Tyrone’s Championship opener with Derry

Tyrone will begin the defence of their Ulster title on Sunday week when they play Derry and manager Mickey Harte has injury concerns ahead of the game, Cathal McCarron and Justin McMahon are rated doubtful for the Ulster Champions visit to Celtic Park. McCarron has a hamsting problem and McMahon is struggling to shake off

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HighlandTV: Ronan McLaughlin and Sean McFadden look ahead to a Donegal influenced 2017 An Post Rás

The 65th edition of the An Post Rás takes place in the coming week with Donegal having four of the eight stage finishes. There’s nearly 500km in the county and it will feature two of the most difficult climbs in the country – Mamore Gap and Glengesh Pass. The Rás starts from Dublin Castle on

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Minister Paschal Donohoe declares support for Leo Varadkar in Fine Gael leadership race

  Minister Paschal Donohoe has declared his support for Leo Varadkar in the Fine Gael leadership race. He said Mr Varadkar is ‘the most capable politician of his generation’. It’s also expected that Chief Whip Regina Doherty will announce her support for the Social Protection Minister later. A number of TDs are also expected to

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Fears that political instability at Stormont will have devastating impact on Strabane & Derry

There are fears that the on-going political instability at Stormont will have a devastating impact on Strabane and Derry. It’s due to the fact that budgets have yet to be agreed upon, with various monies effectively on hold until the situation at Stormont is resolved. Cllr. Patsy Kelly is to raise the issue at next

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Three Donegal School Deputations have ‘positive’ meetings with Education Minister

A Donegal Deputy believes progress has been made on seeking funding for three major school building projects in Donegal. Deputations from Scoil Adhamhnain in Luinnaigh, Derrybeg, St Marys National School, Stranorlar and Gaelscoil Na gCeithre Maistrí, Donegal Town met with Education Minister Richard Bruton yesterday to discuss the need for various improvements works in each school. The

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Championship Preview: Captain Michael Murphy says Donegal will be focused on their own high standards

The Ulster Championship swings into action this weekend. Antrim are the first hurdle for Donegal on Sunday as Rory Gallagher’s side look to guide themselves back to an Ulster Final. It’s been a difficult year for the Saffrons who were relegated to Division 4 in the league. Speaking with Darragh Cox, Donegal Captain Michael Murphy says

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Fitzpatrick gets green light for Antrim’s trip to Ballybofey

Matt Fitzpatrick’s proposed 48-week ban has been overturned by Croke Park’s Central Appeals Committee(CAC). It means the Antrim player is free to face Donegal in the Ulster Championship in Ballybfoey this Sunday. Fitzpatrick was hit with the hefty suspension after the GAA ruled that he deliberately misled an investigation relating to an incident in Antrim’s

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Championship Preview: Donegal’s Eoghan Ban Gallagher enjoying his football

Eoghan Ban Gallagher is likely to make his first Ulster Senior Championship start for Donegal on Sunday against Antrim in Ballybofey. After a few appearances from the bench in 2016, The Killybegs man was an ever present figure in this years league. It’s been a busy year for Gallagher who was also involved in the

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HighlandTV: Donegal Minor Manager Shaun Paul Barrett on Ulster opener with Antrim

Donegal begin their defence of the Ulster Minor title on Sunday week May 21st against Antrim in Ballybofey. With must underage squads, there is big changes year on year and that is very much the case with the current Donegal minor side. Just one player, Captain Peader Mogan, was a starter from last year’s provincial

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HighlandTV: Donegal Manager Rory Gallagher looks ahead to Ulster Championship

Donegal start their 2017 Ulster Championship on Sunday week May 21st in Ballybofey. The county has contested the last six Ulster Finals, taking victory in three. Having lost the last two, to Tyrone and Monaghan, Donegal’s quest to reclaim the Anglo Celt Cup starts at MacCumhaill Park against Antrim. It’s very much a different look

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Minister Joe McHugh declares for Leo Varadkar in FG leadership race

Donegal Junior Minister Joe McHugh is backing Leo Varadkar in the race for the leadership of Fine Gael. His decision was made public this lunchtime and had been expected. Leo Varadkar visited Donegal earlier this month and stated the county would be a priority for him if he were to become Taoiseach. Minister Joe McHugh

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Tributes paid the Enda Kenny as front runners launch campaigns to replace him

Housing Minister Simon Coveney has officially launched his bid to become the next leader of Fine Gael. Standing outside the party’s HQ in the last few minutes he said he wanted to heal the divisions that have opened in Ireland over the last decade. He’s also unveiled his election posters and is filing his nomination

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Lawyer for Danielle McLaughlin’s family outlines key developments in murder case

Police in India says they have ruled out all other suspects in the murder of Donegal backpacker Danielle McLaughlin. It was reported yesterday that chief suspect Vikat Bhagat had accused three friends, in a 29-page letter to his sister, of murdering Danielle. Herald Goa names the three suspects who were “picked up as suspects” but

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Still a two horse race as Frances Fitzgerald rules herself out of leadership contest

The Tánaiste and Justice Minister has ruled herself out of the Fine Gael leadership race. Frances Fitzgerald says she did seriously consider it, was touched by the encouragement and support she received, but has decided entering the race is not the right decision for her. Meanwhile nominations for the next leader have formally opened. Housing

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Three Donegal school deputations meeting with Education Minister today

Deputations from three Donegal schools seeking major building projects are travelling to the Dail today for meetings with Education Minister Richard Bruton and department officials. The three schools are Scoil Adhamhnain in Luinnaigh, Derrybeg, St Marys National School, Stranorlar and Gaelscoil Na gCeithre Maistrí, Donegal Town. The visit has been organised by Leas Ceann Comhairle

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15 of 21 Donegal beaches rated ‘excellent’ by the EPA

  Three quarters of Ireland’s bathing waters are of “Excellent” quality for a third year in a row. In Donegal, 21 beaches are included in the survey, 15 of them are rated ‘excellent’. The Donegal beaches rated ‘excellent’ are Ballyheirnan, Bundoran, Carrickfinn, Culdaff, Downings, Drumnatinny, Fintra, Killahoey, Marble Hill, Murvagh, Naran, Port Arthur, Portsalon, Rossknowlagh

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Fifty Shades of Grey ‘less exciting than Jamie Oliver cookbook’ says study

It has sold 100 million copies around the world, but erotic novel Fifty Shades Of Grey is a flop when it comes to excting readers, a study has shown. Scientists who assessed the emotional feelings, body language and heart rate of female volunteers found EL James’ bondage blockbuster was less enjoyable than a cookery book

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How a Letterkenny teenager shone on the small screen as an ‘accidental feminist’

Say what you will about the current political/cultural climate, but at least it has managed to furnish classic books and films with fresh, interesting meaning. The Handmaid’s Tale (1985), for instance, with its terrorism, female chattel and eerie theocracy, takes on a whole new rich significance in Trump’s America. Similarly, the titular protagonist of LM

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29 people waiting for a bed at Letterkenny University Hospital this morning

There were 29 people waiting for a bed at Letterkenny University Hospital this morning according to the latest trolley watch report. There were 9 people on trolleys in its Emergency Department while a further 20 were waiting on wards. The figure is down 10 on yesterday number of 39 which saw Letterkenny University Hospital ranked

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Jim McGuinness says clubs will benefit with tighter run provincial championships

Jim Mc Guinness has recommended a tighter running off of the provincial championships in order to facilitate club games. This is an ongoing issue that is hotly debated within the Gaelic Games world, with the GAA, GPA and CPA all having their own thoughts and proposals going forward. 2012 All Ireland winning manager McGuinness, who’s

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Harkin claims excessive bureaucracy is undermining LEADER

LEADER groups are in Dublin today for a meeting with Minister Heather Humphries at which the delay in allocating and spending money under the programme is being discussed. The government recently changed the structure of LEADER to involve Local Enterprise Offices in the administration of the funding, with oversight from Pobail. However, that’s led to

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