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McCrossan calls for full hustings debate ahead of election next week

  A West Tyrone MLA is calling for a full election hustings debate between all election candidates in the Constituency. MLA Daniel McCrossan believes it would be in the public interest to have such a debate before the people have their say in tomorrow week’s poll. He says in light of the political instability at […]

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Concerns growing at failure to appoint second Breast Surgeon at LUH

Pressure is growing on Health Minister Simon Harris to ensure the appointment of a second consultant breast surgeon at Letterkenny University Hospital is done as quickly as possible. Two years ago, the government confirmed a second surgeon would be appointed at a meeting, and an appointment was made. However, the person never took up the

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Gallagher believes Dublin game could be a cracking contest

Preparations are continuing for Donegal’s big Allianz National Football League game against Dublin in Ballybofey on Sunday. Donegal manager Rory Gallagher is hoping for an improvement on the last home display, against Kerry, in Letterkenny. Team news is that Patrick McBrearty is set to miss the game while there are still doubts about Kieran Gillespie,

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Taoiseach tells Dail Northern Ireland will have “Special Status” after Brexit

The leader of Sinn Fein has called on the Taoiseach to clarify the issue of contingency planning in relation to a possible ‘hard border’ with Northern Ireland. It follows revelations last week that revenue commissioners are looking at various locations along the border with a view of possibly setting up checkpoints there. In the Dail

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Donegal farmers to protest at threat to Sligo Veterinary Lab

A number of Donegal farmers are heading to Sligo toay for a demonstration outside the Regional Veterinary Laboratory. There are fears the laboratory will close following a review which is to be undertaken by the Department of Agriculture. The closure would mean farmers in the North West would have to travel to Athlone, Celbridge or

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Questions raised over respite appointment cancellations at Donegal community hospitals

  A Donegal Deputy is calling on both the HSE and the Minister for Health to clarify the extent of respite appointment cancellations and service disruption across the Donegal community hospital network. It follows a decision having been made to suspend services due to on-going service pressures. Deputy Doherty, who will this week raise the

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Joe Logan will be the Guest of Honour for Finn Harp’s against Cork City on Friday

  Finn Harps are delighted to confirm that Joe Logan will be Friday night’s guest of honour for the Harps v Cork game.  Joe joined Finn Harps in January 1975 from Sligo Rovers.  Joe came in a swap deal for future Ireland international Paul McGee.  Jobby Crossan from Derry had secured Joe’s signature at the

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Concern at reports of fraudulent activity committed against staff at Derry Hospital

  Police have received a number of reports in relation to potential fraudulent activity committed against staff at Causeway Hospital in Coleraine. Police say that they currently have 9 potential victims of this alleged fraud, they believe there are more potential victims out there and we need them to contact us. They are working closely

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Rory Gallagher says injuries left ‘Big Neil’ with no option but to retire

The news  that injuries have forced Donegal midfielder Neil Gallagher to retire from inter-county football has come has no real surprise. The two-time All-Star was part of the All-Ireland winning side of 2012 and he also won Ulster titles in 2011, 2012 and 2014. Manager Rory Gallagher has also seen Colm McFadden, Eamonn McGee, Rory

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Diversions still in place on Malin to Carndonagh Road following fatal crash

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a fatal crash in Inishowen last evening. The two-car collision in which one man died happened at Strand Head near Malin at around 6pm. The dead man – who was in his late 30’s – was pronounced dead at the scene and his body was taken to Letterkenny University

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Councillor says Manorcunningham experience shows importance of Text Alert

Residents in the Manorcunningham have been warned to be on the lookout after an  Isuzu Trooper jeep was spotted acting suspiciously in the area. It follows reports that the same vehicle may have been involved in a burglary in the area on Saturday night. Anyone with information is asked to contact Letterkenny Garda Station. Councillor Paul

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Health Minister refuses to appoint review team to LUH

It’s been confirmed that Health Minister Simon Harris has refused to appoint a Review Team to Letterkenny University Hospital. The news comes after the Full Capacity Protocol was implemented at the hospital yesterday with the INMO reporting 34 patients waiting to be admitted. The proposal was initially made by Donegal Deputy Pat the Cope Gallagher

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Donegal Midfielder Neil Gallagher to retire from inter-county football

  Injuries have forced Donegal midfielder Neil Gallagher to retire from inter-county football. The two-time All-Star was part of the All-Ireland winning side of 2012 and he also won Ulster titles in 2011, 2012 and 2014. Manager Rory Gallagher has also seen Colm McFadden, Eamonn McGee, Rory Kavanagh, Christy Toye and David Walsh hang up

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Back of Errigal Road closes again following collision – Emergency services at scene

  Emergency services are currently at the scene of a collision on the back of Errigal road. It’s understood that the crash happened shortly after 4pm  and the road had just re-opened following an earlier incident involving a lorry this morning. Road is now closed between the Glenveagh inn and Churchill junction. There are no

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Official signing of contracts for construction of new Cockhill bridge taking place

  The official signing of contracts for the construction of the new Cockhill Bridge is taking place today. Various relevant bodies are gathering in the Council’s Buncrana Office at St Orans Rd, Ardaravan, Buncrana. The overall €3 million project will see the construction of the new bridge on the outskirts of Buncrana as well as

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Weekend protests hear ‘hard border’ would be devastating for Donegal

  Weekend protests on the border at Lifford Bridge and at Bridgend have heard that a hard Brexit could have serious implications for people in Donegal and Northern Ireland. It comes following confirmation from Deputy Pearse Doherty that Revenue Commissioners are looking at various locations along the border with a view of possibly establishing checkpoints

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Update: Full Capacity Protocol implemented at Letterkenny University Hospital

  The Full Capacity Protocol has been implemented at Letterkenny University Hospital with high numbers continuing to await admission to its Emergency Department.  It comes as there were 34 patients awaiting beds at  the hospital this morning  –  the third highest figure in the country today according to the INMO. All efforts continue to be made

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LUH has the third highest number of patients without beds this morning

There were 34 patients awaiting beds at Letterkenny University Hospital this morning, 13 on Emergency Department Trolleys and 21 in overflow areas and on chairs in wards. It’s the third highest figure in the country today, with only Cork and Limerick returning higher figures. According to the INMO, there were 448 patients in total without

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Harps still interested in signing McCourt – but club budget under pressure

Finn Harps are still in the hunt to try and sign former Northern Ireland international Paddy McCourt. The 33-year-old played for the Donegal club during a pre-season 1-0 defeat against Cabinteely on Saturday. If he signs for Harps, he could make his debut against Cork City at Finn Park in Friday’s league opener. Harps’ budget

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Creed must do more to shield agri-sector from Brexit – Mc Conalogue

Donegal Deputy Charlie McConalogue says he is appalled by what he claims is the lack of contingency planning undertaken by Minister Michael Creed to safeguard farmers and the Irish agri-food sector ahead of Brexit. The agri-food business supports 270,000 jobs in rural communities across the country who have already been affected by currency fluctuations following

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Some People Have the Bucket Ready To Get Sick After- Danny Ryan

It’s been a massive year for Danny Ryan and his family from taking part in Ireland’s fittest family to winning bronze at the World Rowing Championship. Ryan finished third in the Men’s 40-49 Lightweight age group, with a time of 6:32.1, in Boston last Month. Ryan also took part in ‘Ireland’s fittest family’ with his

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Sinn Féin will not accept contempt for the truth within Government – Deputy Pearse Doherty

A Donegal Deputy has spoken out saying his party will not accept contempt for the truth within the Governement. Sinn Féin Finance Spokesperson, Pearse Doherty says he and his party will have zero tolerance for racism, sectarianism, homophobia, and for inequality as society moves forward. Speaking at a ‘New Generation: New Voices Event’ Donegal Deputy

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