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Danielle’s funeral told that “light will outshine darkness”

Hundreds of people gathered in Buncrana this morning for the funeral of Danielle Mc Laughlin. The 28 year old was murdered in Goa India two weeks ago. Father Francis Bradley led the mass, at which people were asked to wear vibrant colours to match Danielle’s personality. In his homily, Fr Francis Bradley said the large […]

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Former Donegal Traffic Corps Sergeant believed breath tests figures were not reliable

A retired Sergeant in the Traffic Corps in Donegal has said that at the time he was coordinating drink driving checkpoints in the county, he believed there were question marks over some of the figures he was being given. Iggy Larkin says he was being given figures for the number of breath tests administered which

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Donegal’s income figures vindicate claims of a two-tiered recovery – Mc Conalogue

A Donegal TD says last week’s disposable income figures from the CSO show the extent to which the recovery is a two tiered one. The figures showed 2014 disposable incomes in Donegal were just over €15,000, €4,000 below the national average. Deputy Charlie McConalogue says the figures vindicate the widely held belief that the majority

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George Michael’s family have released a statement following his funeral yesterday

George Michael has been laid to rest following a private ceremony in London. The pop icon’s family released a statement via his spokesman saying that the funeral took place yesterday, that it was a ‘small, private ceremony’ with a gathering of his friends and family. Michael passed away aged 53 on Christmas Day, with the

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The 10 best tweets about that awful bust of Cristiano Ronaldo in Madeira Airport

Cristiano Ronaldo is a pretty big deal in Portugal, particularly in his birthplace of Madeira, where the local airport was today officially renamed Cristiano Ronaldo Airport.  As part of the ceremony, a bronze bust made in the likeness of Ronaldo was unveiled in the airport and it’s really something. View image on Twitter Follow FutbolData

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Ulster Bank officials to meet with community representatives in Raphoe and Ardara

Ulster Bank has agreed to meet community groups from Raphoe and Ardara to discuss the proposed closure of two bank branches there, according to Junior Minister Joe McHugh. Minister McHugh met senior bank officials in Dublin earlier today to protest at the planned closure of the branches which was announced last week. The Donegal representative

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Delay in appointment of second breast surgeon “unacceptable” – Cope

The Government has confirmed that a second breast surgeon has not yet been appointed to Letterkenny University Hospital on a permanent basis. It’s understood that efforts are underway to recruit a full time locum consultant surgeon to deal with current demands on the service. The information was received by Donegal Deputy Pat the Cope Gallagher

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Letterkenny in gridlock as traffic congestion continues

Motorists traveling on approach road to and from Letterkenny have been asked to exercise caution this evening after numerous reports of significant traffic congestion in the town. It’s understood that traffic is particularly bad in and around the old UNIFI site in the town, where on-going roadworks are taking place. Gardai say they are aware

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Emergency services attending scene of two vehicle collision on Buncrana road outside Derry

  Emergency services are attending the scene of a two vehicle collision on the Buncrana road in Derry. The crash happened at around 4pm this afternoon. Police say there are no serious injuries. The road remains open but motorists are advised to approach the area with caution.

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Irish Water to invest over €970,000 in upgrading Portnoo Water Supply

  Irish Water is investing over €970,000 in a water mains project which the company says will ensure a clean and secure water supply for the 940 people served by the Portnoo Water Supply. This supply is on the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Remedial Action List (RAL) for high levels of THMs and these works

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Donegal Fish Processor Fined €45,000 for Tampering with Weighing Scales

  A Donegal fish processing plant and a company director have been fined €45,000 in total for tampering with weighing scales used to measure incoming fish catches. This follows a joint investigation carried out by NSAI (National Standards Authority of Ireland) and the Sea Fisheries Protection Agency (SFPA). Norfish Ltd, based in Killybegs, and director

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Siptu ambulance workers to engage in four hour work stoppage next Monday

SIPTU Ambulance Service members in the North West will hold a four hour work stoppage next Monday as part of an ongoing dispute with the HSE and National Ambulance Service. Siptu claims that “interim measures” are being unilaterally implemented, which they believe will have a negative impact on the terms and conditions of their members.

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Searches continuing off Donegal coast after parts of rescue 116 wreckage found

Searches are continuing off the Donegal coast after parts of the Rescue 116 wreckage were found over the weekend. It’s understood that The Killybegs Coast Guard and the Bundoran Lifeboat are taking part in the search after parts were found near Portnoo. Coastal and air searches had been expanded north of the crash site in

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Crime stats show increase in sex crime, disorderly conduct and child neglect in Donegal

Latest figures show an increase in sexual offences, disorderly conduct and child neglect in Donegal. The figures cover the last three months of last year and show a fall in drink and drug driving cases and car theft. 21 sexual offences were recorded in the last three months of last year, an increase of one

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Disabilities Minister to officially open Community Inclusion Hub in Letterkenny

Disabilities Minister Finian Mc Grath is due in Letterkenny this afternoon for the opening of the Community Inclusion Hub on the Kilmacrennan Road. The Hub was completed last year, following a capital investment of €930,000. 52 Service Users regularly use the Hub, with 25 of them based at the facility. Brendan Hone is HSE Donegal

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Council backs Letterkenny students call for Donegal ban on wild animal circuses

Circuses with wild animals coming to Donegal could be a thing of the past after a motion proposing a ban on them was passed at Donegal County Council. Councillor Michael McBride brought the motion on behalf of students at Loreto Convent in Letterkenny with animal welfare concerns. Councillor McBride says there are bans on the

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David Beckham has a cameo in Guy Ritchie’s ‘King Arthur’ and looks rough AF in it

Guy Ritchie’s latest is set for release this May and today David Beckham gave everyone a sneak peek of his cameo appearance, and to say it will shock you is a massive understatement. ‘King Arthur’, which stars Charlie Hunnam, Jude Law and Eric Bana amongst others, is Beckham’s second cameo in a Guy Ritchie film (thank

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Calls for an efficient and affordable Donegal rural transport system

There are calls for the establishment of a efficient and coast effective rural transport system within Donegal. To that end, Councillor Gerry McMonagle wants the council to conduct an audit of public, private and community transport services within the county to progress the proposals. He says the a lack of a proper transport system effects

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Irish Water should use Inishowen Greenway project to upgrade pipes – Murray

A Donegal County Councillor believes the construction of the North West Greenway provides an ideal opportunity for Irish Water to carry out much needed repairs to the Inishowen Water supply. The call comes following the latest burst to hit the area yesterday – this time in Bridgend. The burst was fixed last night with Irish

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May signs letter triggering Article 50 as Brexit process formally begins today

The British Prime Minister says she’s “determined to seize this historic opportunity” as she officially starts the process of leaving the EU later. Teresa May has already signed the letter invoking Article 50, and it will be hand delivered to European Council President Donald Tusk later. At around lunchtime she’ll address parliament on the issue,

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Online survey launched on attitudes to Riverine project in Lifford and Strabane

  People living in the Strabane and Lifford areas are being encouraged to have their say on a major cross border development planned for the region, by taking part in an online survey. Derry City and Strabane District Council in partnership with Donegal County Council are hoping to drive forward plans on the ‘Riverine Project’,

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Declan Bonner looks ahead to Ulster Semi Final against Cavan

Declan Bonner’s Under21 side are back in action this evening when they play Cavan at Brewster Park, Enniskillen in the Ulster Championship semi final. Donegal booked their place in the last four with a replay win over Tyrone last Wednesday while Cavan were comfortable victors against Fermanagh two weeks ago. Jason McGee could feature tonight

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Donegal Captain Michael Murphy named Player of the Week

Donegal’s Michael Murphy has been voted GAA.ie Footballer of the Week. Murphy, who impressed during Donegal’s draw with Monaghan, topped the poll with Dublin’s Paul Flynn in second place, and Kildare’s Paul Cribbin in third. Glenswilly clubman Murphy earned 2514 votes on the GAA’s Official Twitter (@officialgaa), Facebook, and Instagram pages. GAA.ie Footballer of the

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