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Annual Arts Grants Scheme now open to applicants

Donegal County Council is inviting applications for their annual Arts Grants Scheme. The scheme enables the local authority to provide funding assistance to individuals and groups engaged in creative projects in the county.   In considering applications for the Scheme, Donegal County Council will take into account the extent to which the activities for which […]

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Over 100 turn up to protest at plans for a new wind farm in the Finn Valley

A protest involving over 100 people was held outside a meeting in Ballybofey last evening which was being given details of a new wind farm proposal in the Carrickaduff area. A previous application for a €200 million wind farm in the area was rejected by An Bord Pleanala following strong local oppositions to the plans.

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Father and Daughter appear in court in connection with Ballyshannon disturbance

A father and daughter appeared at Ballyshannon District Court today charged with offences linked to a disturbance outside a pub in the town 12 days ago. Gerard Brady, 56, and his daughter Guannita Brady, 29, were charged with assaulting Rebecca Kennedy and causing her harm at Market St, Ballyshannon, on February 5 They were also

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Marc Walsh named in Republic U16 squad for upcoming friendlies

THE Republic of Ireland U16 Head Coach Paul Osam has named his squad for two friendly internationals against Hungary in Galway and Ballinasloe next week. Finn Harps midfielder and former Gweedore Celtic player Marc Walsh has been included. Ballinasloe Town’s Curragh Grounds will host a meeting between the sides on Tuesday evening (7.00pm) then Mervue

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Coveney launches NW consultation on new National Planning Framework

Minister Simon Coveney is in Sligo this morning to launch the North and West consultation on the National Planning Framework, which will replace the National Spatial Strategy. The new strategy will incorporate a 20 year strategy for planning and investment, and a national consultation is now underway Donegal Councillor Albert Doherty is Chair of the

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Councillor calls for demolition of unfinished houses in Kilmacrennan

Donegal County Council is being urged to fast tack the demolition of four partially built homes in Kilmcacrennan. It is understood the houses on the Chapel Road are in a condition which means they will not be finished and have been described as an eyesore and a danger to the local community. Councillor Michael McBride says

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Still no decision on Cruit oyster farm application

The Minister for Marine has confirmed that a decision on an application for a controversial oyster farm at Cruit Strand has not yet been determined. It’s understood that the application is still under consideration by authorities, despite that the public and statutory consultation period for the application ended last October. The Minister was therefore unable

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Harrison welcomes inclusion of his case in whistleblower tribunal

Donegal based Garda whistleblower Keith Harrison has welcomed the announcement that the inquiry into the Maurice McCabe controversy will also investigate allegations of ill-treatment of other whistleblowers. The terms of reference for the inquiry were agreed in the Dáil yesterday, clearing the way for the investigation to get underway without delay. The Justice Department has

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Eurovision confirmed to ‘go ahead as planned’ following walkout of 21 key staff members

The Eurovision song contest will “go ahead as planned,” despite the resignation of 21 key staff members. A spokesperson for Eurovision told Independent.ie: “We can confirm that the Eurovison Song Contest will go ahead as planned and there has been no change in the dates.” Eurovision 2017 is set to take place in Kiev on

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23 patients awaiting admission to Letterkenny University Hospital

There were 23 patients awaiting admission to Letterkenny University Hospital this morning – 11 were trolleys in its emergency department while a further 12 were waiting on wards or in overflow areas of the hospital. According to the latest trolley watch report from the INMO,  the number waiting at Letterkenny hospital is up one on

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Terms of reference agreed for Whistleblower tribunal

  The Cabinet’s agreed to the terms of reference for the Tribunal of Inquiry into the allegations of a smear campaign against garda whistleblower, Sergeant Maurice McCabe. They’ll go before the Dáil for approval this afternoon. Priority will be given to allegations against Maurice McCabe with an interim report to be provided within three months.

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Feasibility study into Burtonport to Letterkenny Greenway

A feasibility study is underway looking at a possible Greenway linking Burtonport and Letterkenny along the old railway line. Consultants Sustrans are undertaking a site survey and a community / stakeholder consultation. The Greenway would be seen as a huge tourism boost for the county attracting walkers and cyclists. Councillor Terence Slowey says the study

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Government preparing for the possible return of customs checkpoints post Brexit

It is claimed that the government is planning for a return to full customs checkpoints post Brexit. The information was received by Donegal Deputy Pearse Doherty who described the news as worrying. Deputy Doherty says he has confirmation from the Minister for Finance that Revenue Commissioners are currently in the process of identifying location points

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SOS welcomes Mc Hugh’s intervention in debate on community hospitals’ future

The Save our Services campaign has welcomed confirmation that Junior Minister Joe McHugh has called the Health Minister to fund community hospitals in Donegal. At a meeting with Simon Harris, Minister Mc Hugh urged him to allocate monies from the national capital fund to retain and enhance services in Lifford, Stranorlar and Ramelton, as well

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CETA and Brexit could devastate Irish beef sector – Harkin

The EU-Canada Trade deal, which was approved by the European Parliament yesterday, could have a devastating impact on the Irish beef sector, according to Midlands North West MEP Marian Harkin. MEPs yesterday voted to endorse CETA, the Comprehensive Economic Trade Agreement, while this morning, the Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will address the European Parliament.

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Ross promises to consider Letterkenny Relief Road but makes no firm commitments

  The Transport Minister has been urged to include the Letterkenny Relief Road in his review of the Governments Capital Plan. In the Seanad last evening, Senator Padraig Mac Lochlainn highlighted what he termed the very real need for the project to get underway in terms of Letterkennys potential as a future city and the

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Councillor urges vigilance following suspicious activity in Ballindrait

A Donegal County Councillor is warning residents in Ballindrait to be vigilant following reports of three men acting suspiciously in the area. It’s understood that the group attempted to open the gates and doors of a house in the Tober area while attempts were also made to gain entry to a garage on the property

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Mc Hugh urges Harris to retain community hospitals alongside new Letterkenny facility

Junior Minister Joe McHugh has called on the Health Minister to fund community hospitals in Donegal. At a meeting with Simon Harris, Minister Mc Hugh urged him to allocate monies from the national capital fund to retain and enhance services in Lifford, Stranorlar and Ramelton. This, he added, should happen alongside the development of a

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History made as LYIT Men’s reach first ever All Ireland Basketball Semi Final

The LYIT men’s basketball team are through to the varsity finals for the first in the colleges history. They reached the Division 2 All Ireland Semi Final by beating DKIT on Wednesday in Dundalk. The Letterkenny side won the game 97-83, inflicting a first defeat on DKIT in the group phase. LYIT will now play

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Niall Horan insists One Direction will ‘definitely’ be making a comeback

Niall Horan has revealed that One Direction will “definitely” make a comeback at some stage. The 23-year-old didn’t specify when the band would make a return but promised fans it will happen. Speaking on Australian radio station Nova, Niall said: “It will definitely happen. “As I’ve said many times, we would be stupid not to.

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Ronan McLaughlin & Sean McFadden excited about The Rás return

After a five year absence the An Post Rás is returning to Donegal in May with the county set to feature in five of the eight stages. Bundoran, Buncrana, Dungloe and Donegal Town will all have stage finishes while Ballyshannon, Ballybofey, Letterkenny, Ramelton, Carrigart, Dunfanaghy, Falcarragh, Glenties, Ardara and Killybegs, just to name a few,

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Contracts signed for construction of new Cockhill Bridge with work to begin within weeks

  It’s been confirmed that contracts for the construction of Cockhill Bridge have been signed with work due to start within weeks. The overall €3 million project will see the construction of the new bridge on the outskirts of Buncrana as well as new approach roads to the crossing. Wills Brothers Civil Engineering Contractors have

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IBEC NW report shows need for better regional planning to share growth

    Ibec North West has published a report calling for economic growth to be shared equally across the country. The ‘Doing Business Locally’ document is aimed at local policy and business leaders in Donegal, Sligo and Leitrim, and outlines a number of economic indicators which show the depth of the inequalites and challenges facing

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Donegal based Garda whistleblower wants his case to be included in tribunal

The solicitor representing a second Garda whistleblower says his client was ‘treated as a pariah’ after complaining about the force. Donegal based Garda Keith Harrison claims a Tusla file was also compiled on him and wants to be included in State investigations. His solicitor Trevor Collins says the trouble started in 2009 after he arrested

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Vigil to take place outside Letterkenny University Hospital

  A vigil will take place outside Letterkenny University Hospital tomorrow evening to protest at what organisers say is the impact of hospital cutbacks on patients and their families. The ‘Still Waiting Health Campaign’ claims lives are being lost as a result of lengthy waiting lists, and the group is demanding more investment in health

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