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Norovirus situation improving but visiting restrictions remain in place at LUH

The HSE says the Winter vomiting bug outbreak at Letterkenny University Hospital is improving: however, visiting restrictions remain in place. There are exceptions in exceptional circumstances, such as visits to ICU and Maternity, where next of kin should ring the specific ward manager in advance of visiting. The HSE says that elective surgical admissions have

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Martin McGuinness’s funeral told he was a ‘remarkable man and his life was a remarkable journey’.

Martin McGuinness’s funeral mass has heard he was a ‘remarkable man and his life was a remarkable journey’. Thousands of people followed his tricolour-draped coffin through the Bogside to St Columba’s Church. Former US President Bill Clinton, former SDLP Leader John Hume and DUP Leader Arlene Foster are among those in attendance. Martin McGuinness was

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Huge crowds gathering in Derry ahead of funeral of Martin McGuinness this afternoon

  Thousands of people are gathering in Derry ahead of the funeral of Martin McGuinness this afternoon. He is being laid to rest in the city following requiem mass at St Columba’s Church at 2.00 o’ clock. Former US President Bill Clinton, former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair and DUP leader Arlene Foster are among

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Derry gathers to say goodbye to their Captain Fantastic Ryan McBride

Players, managers and supporters gathered with family and friends this morning for the funeral of Derry City’s Ryan McBride. The football family across the country have been rocked since the news broke on Sunday evening that the 27 year old was found dead at his home, just 24 hours after playing in his side’s 4-0

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Significant progress made on new Finn Harps Stadium

  The new Finn Harps stadium in Stranorlar could be completed by early 2019. It’s understood that significant progress has been made following a meeting between Club representatives and the Minister for Sport Patrick O’Donovan. Once the stadium is completed, Donegal County Council will work to provide additional football pitches adjacent to the stadium which

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

There were 16 people waiting for a bed at Letterkenny University Hospital this morning according to the INMO. There were six on trolleys while a further ten were on wards. It’s down significantly on yesterday figure of 29. The latest trolley watch report has revealed that Limerick University Hospital was the most overcrowded in the

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Two men due in High Court over attempted murder of two police officers in Derry

  Detectives from An Garda Siochana have today arrested two men under a European Arrest Warrant as part of a joint operation with the Police Service of Northern Ireland. The two men, aged 29 and 32 years, were arrested in Dublin in connection with the attempted murder of two police officers at Eglinton, Derry on

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Gardai appeal for information following numerous break-ins in Carndonagh

Gardai in Carndonagh are appealing for information following a spate of break-ins in the town and surrounding area. It’s understood that a number of businesses and homes have been targeted in recent weeks with significant damage caused to properties. Any witnesses or anyone with information have been asked to contact Carndonagh Garda Station on (074)

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ICYMI Wyclef Jean was handcuffed by police when mistaken for armed robber

This was a big mess-up. Wyclef Jean was handcuffed after police confused him for an armed robbery suspect. The incident occurred in Los Angeles early yesterday morning (March 21). Jean, who first achieved fame as a member of the Fugees and subsequently had a successful solo career, took to social media to document his side

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Reese Witherspoon just found out she’s Irish and deployed the best ‘worst Irish accent’ ever

Saint Patrick’s Day was only last week so we’re still in a patriotic mood – the timing for this could not be better. The actress appeared on Conan O’Brien’s talk show to promote her new TV series Big Little Lies and was excited to reveal something she learned about her ancestry. “I called your producer

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Council urged to express concerns to Education Minister over School Transport Scheme

Donegal County Council has been urged to write to the Education Minister requesting an immediate review of the School Transport Scheme. Numerous families in Donegal have been denied the right to school transport to a local secondary school because another one is deemed closer even though access to that school may be problematic during the

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Minister Joe McHugh meets political leaders in Washington on Undocumented Irish

  Minister of State for the Diaspora and International Development, Mr Joe McHugh, held meetings with leading Irish American figures today to discuss the situation of undocumented Irish citizens residing in the United States. Minister McHugh met Congressman Brendan F. Boyle and the Director of the Office of Management and Budget Mick Mulvaney in Washington

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Thousands expected to turn out in Derry for funeral of Martin McGuinness

  Thousands of people will turn out in the City of Derry today for the funeral of Martin McGuinness. The former IRA commander turned Deputy First Minister died on Tuesday after a short illness. Bill Clinton,Tony Blair, an Taoiseach Enda Kenny and President Michael D Higgins will be among those at Requiem mass at St

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Investigations continuing after ‘substantial bomb’ went off in Strabane

  Investigations are continuing this morning after an explosive device believed to have been a substantial bomb went off in Strabane. According to police, it was detonated at around 8.30 on Tuesday evening in Townsend Street as police officers were patrolling the area. A number of homes were evacuated during the security alert which is

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Delivering additional Guidance Counsellors remains a top priority – Pat the Cope Gallagher

  A Donegal Deputy is urging the Government to prioritise Guidance Counselling Services in Secondary Schools. It comes following a Dáil debate by Fianna Fáil on the issue of the commitment in the programme for Government on restoring full Guidance Services to all Secondary Schools . Deputy Pat the Cope Gallagher says counselling services play

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Declan Bonner proud of Donegal’s second half performance in Ulster win over Tyrone

Donegal will play Cavan in the Ulster U21 Championship Semi Final next week after Wednesday’s win over neighbours Tyrone. Tyrone led in the first half thanks to a Ryan Coleman goal but Donegal brought it back level pegging at the break. They closed out Tyrone in the second half to dominate the latter period and deservedly

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Final preparations underway in Derry ahead of funeral of Martin McGuinness

Final preparations are underway in Derry ahead of the funeral of Martin McGuinness tomorrow. The former IRA leader turned peacemaker will be laid to rest following funeral mass at St Columba’s church. Martin McGuinness’s final journey will begin at his family home on Derry’s Bogside soon after 1pm tomorrow. It’ll be followed by mass at

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Special sitting of Stormont Assembly underway to remember Martin McGuinness

  Northern Ireland’s politicians have been remembering former deputy first minister Martin McGuiness with a special session of the assembly. The 66 year old died in hospital after a short illness. The Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council Cllr Terence Slowey today paid tribute to Mr Mc Guinness, and Books of Condolences have opened at the

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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 INMO. The latest trolley watch report has revealed that there were 9 people on trolleys while a further 20 were waiting on wards. It’s up five on yesterday’s figure of 24. Limerick University Hospital was the most overcrowded

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Deputy Thomas Pringle formally launches ESC Rights bill

Donegal Deputy Thomas Pringle has formally launched a bid to have a number of economic, social and cultural rights recognised in the constitution. He has moved a private members bill in the Dail addressing the right to housing, healthcare, education and workers’ rights among others, and seeking to enshrine these rights in the Constitution via a

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Donegal had the state’s lowest disposable income in 2014

People in Donegal still have the lowest disposable income in the country, according to the latest figures from the CSO. An analysis for the disposable income figures for 2014 show on average, people in Donegal had €15,061 in disposable income. The state average was just above €19,000, while Dublin had the highest average disposable income of

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Audio Update – Attempt made to kill police officers in Strabane – PSNI

  Police in Strabane say the security alert in the town today follows an attempt to kill police officers in Strabane last night. Superintendent Gordon McCalmont says they believe a device exploded while police were on patrol in the area of Townsend Street shortly after 8.30pm. He says the investigation is at an early stage, and

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Funeral of Martin Mc Guinness will take place at 2pm tomorrow

Hundreds of people gathered in Derry yesterday evening to accompany the body of Martin McGuinness on his final journey home to the Bogside. The North’s former deputy first minister and ex-IRA leader died on Monday night after a short illness. His funeral mass will take place tomorrow at St Columba’s Church, Longtower at 2pm. The

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Pringle to move bill seeking recognition of social rights in the constitution

Donegal Deputy Thomas Pringle is spearheading a bid to have a number of social rights recognised in the constitution. He will move a private members bill in the Dail addressing the right to housing, healthcare, education and workers’ rights among others, and seeking to enshrine these rights in the Constitution via a referendum. It’s the

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Man in court following protest at Taoiseach’s visit to Glenties in 2015

A Killybegs man, who shouted “scumbag” while trying to confront Taoiseach Enda Kenny at a MacGill Summer School in Glenties a few yeas ago, had his case put back to 2pm today for the judge to look at a video of the incident, at Donegal Circuit Court. 46-year-old Gerry Bray, Church Road, Killybegs is accused

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Unfinished estates still a major problem in Donegal – Mc Gowan

A Donegal County Councillor has claimed that unfinished housing developments are still a prevalent issue in the county and further afield. The comments come following the publication of the latest progress report on tackling the issue, which has suggested that there is an 85% drop since 2010 from nearly 3000 to 420. Minister for Housing

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Donegal Manager Declan Bonner looks ahead to Ulster U21 Quarter Final Replay with Tyrone

Donegal and Tyrone will meet again tonight in the Ulster Under21 Championship quarter final. The sides played out an exciting draw in the orginal game last week in Omagh. This time around Donegal have home advantage in Ballybofey looking to take victory and a place in the semi finals against Cavan. Caolan McGonagle is a

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Oscar De La Hoya is confident Jason Quigley can conquer the world

Jason Quigley weighs in on Wednesday afternoon for his first professional title fight ahead of his top of bill bout in the premier edition of Golden Boy Live Boxing on ESPN. “El Animal” will face off with Glen Tapia for the North America Boxing Federation Middleweight belt on Thursday evening at the Fantasy Springs Resort

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Woman pleads guilty to Garda assault in Donegal Court

A woman with “HIV” and “psychiatric” issues, who assaulted a Garda causing her harm at a County Donegal Courthouse, has pleaded guilty to the charge at Donegal Circuit Court. 37-year-old Mary Kamunya of The Maples Lismonaghan, Letterkenny also pleaded guilty to assaulting Dublin-based Garda Sheenagh Mary Carroll at Donegal Circuit Court at Bridge Street Donegal

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Visiting restrictions remain in place at Letterkenny University Hospital

Visiting restrictions remain in place at Letterkenny University Hospital due to an outbreak of the Winter vomiting Bug. The HSE confirmed yesterday that three wards were effected by the bug namely Medical 5, Medical 3 and Surgical 2. The HSE says that while the Norovirus seems to be resolving in the three wards already affected,

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Council accused of doing little to ease Letterkenny traffic congestion

A Councillor says the gridlock in Letterkenny today strengthens calls on the local authority to review traffic management, particularly in the Mountain Top area. Delays were lengthened today due to the poor weather with congestion across Letterkenny with people approaching the town from the Kilmacrennan side experiencing very long delays. Councillor John O’Donnell has previously

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Relatively low incidence of racism in Donegal blamed on under reporting

An anti-racism organisation says there’s been an alarming rise in hate crimes in Ireland. ENAR Ireland received 246 reports of racism in the second half of last year, through its iReport.ie website. That’s up nearly a third on the previous period. Incidents included physical attacks, threats, harassment and criminal damage. The group has called on

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

  There were 24 people waiting for a bed at Letterkenny University Hospital according to the INMO. The latest trolley watch report has revealed that were 7 people on trolleys while a further 17 were waiting on wards. Cork University Hospital was the most overcrowded in the country this morning with 43 people waiting for

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Vice President of Sheer Sports impressed by Jason Quigley’s focus

It’s fight week for Jason Quigley in California. The Donegal fighter goes for his first professional title on Thursday night when he takes on Gregg Tapia for the vacant NABF middleweight belt. Jason is under the management of Sheer Sports and their Vice-President Lyle Green is predicting big things for their man. A Quigley victory

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