This weekend’s north west derby at Finn Park between Harps and Sligo Rovers will be a designated Foodbank collection point. Saturday’s match is being jointly sponsored by the Liverpool FC Supporters Club Donegal and the Manchester City FC Supporters Club Donegal, and along with Finn Harps FC they are encouraging supporters to donate. The ‘We […]
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October is Irish Music Month here on Highland Radio and our search for our local hero is now complete – Congratulations Amy Meehan. Over 100 acts entered the competition with the list eventually being whittled down to 5. After all five performed live, the public vote was merged with our judges votes with Amy coming
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The Health Minister’s confirmed everyone over the age of 60 is going to be offered a covid vaccine booster. They will be given the Pfizer jab regardless of their original vaccine. However no decision has been made on whether healthcare workers are to be given a booster. Meanwhile, Minister Donnelly says vaccinated close contacts are
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The Taoiseach is urging everyone to double down on their efforts to prevent the spread of Covid 19. The Government will announce what restrictions can be eased further this Friday, at a press conference this afternoon. It’s expected the likes of social distancing, mask wearing and the use of digital Covid certs could be
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Nightclubs will be allowed to open on Friday but people will have to practice social distancing. Minister Eamon Ryan has said he accepts that will be difficult, but health advice is to press ahead with re-opening. There will likely be a number of parts to the announcement due any minute from Taoiseach Micheál Martin.
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A man has been injured during an assault in Letterkenny. The incident happened at the Justice Walsh Road in the early hours of Wednesday morning last at around 1am. A man was assaulted by a group of men and they left the scene in a black car afterwards. The victim sustained injuries, none of
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It’s emerged that of the 33 pubs that have not reopened in Donegal as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, six are in the Twin Towns of Ballybofey and Stranorlar. Cllr Martin Harley, who runs a bar in the Ballybofey is the Treasurer of the Vintners’ Association of Ireland in Donegal. He says there are
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Gardai have announced details of a new national road safety enforcement operation that will target driver behaviour for the remainder of the year. Operation ‘Teorainn’ will be mounted by An Garda Síochána nationwide and focus on the four Lifesaver Offences – speeding, driving whilst intoxicated, non-seatbelt wearing and mobile phones – as well as
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The Stormont Assembly has been told by Education Minister Michelle McIlveen that she hopes to see the Strule Shared Education Campus in Omagh delivered by 2025. The project, which will incorporate five post primary schools in one area, has been delayed and costs have risen, with the minister confirming that over the past five years,
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Letterkenny is the third most overcrowded hospital in Ireland today with 48 people awaiting admission there this morning, four fewer than yesterday. It follows a statement from Saolta last night warning of long waiting times at the hospital. According to the latest report from the INMO there were 11 patients on trolleys in the Emergency
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Cash has been stolen during a burglary at a house in Castlefin. The theft happened at a house at Hillhead, Castlefin on Saturday between 1pm and 11.40pm. An attempt was made to open the front door and a front window but these attempts were unsuccessful. A rear downstairs window was then forced open and
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Two cyclists have been injured during an alleged incident of dangerous driving in Castlefin. It happened at Carrick, Liscooley on Wednesday last at around 12 noon. Three cyclists were travelling on the Castlefin to Liscooley road in the direction of Liscooley when a dark coloured pick up truck with a trailer attached overtook a
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Two motorists have been caught for driving offenses in south Donegal overnight. Gardai from Ballyshannon stopped a driver overnight for the offence of speeding as they had been detected traveling at a speed of 139KPH in a 100KPH speed zone. A Fixed charge penalty notice was issued. Another driver was stopped in the same
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Saolta has confirmed that there is ongoing pressure on bed availability at Letterkenny University Hospital. Yesterday, the hospital was the second most overcrowded in Ireland with 52 people awaiting admission there in the morning. In a statement last night, management at the hospital confirmed that the Emergency Department was extremely busy with a high
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Donegal Connect is to take place virtually again this year. Getting underway on Thursday October 28th, the key themes for this year’s event focus on starting a tech business in Donegal and showcasing inward investment in the region. It will be split into two engaging and insightful sessions. Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council Cllr
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A British Army veteran, due to stand trial over a Troubles shooting, has died at the age of 80. Dennis Hutchings’s trial for the attempted murder of a man in the North in 1974 was adjourned yesterday when the court heard he had coronavirus. He always denied the charge.
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Job vacancies in tourism have risen by 80 per cent in three months, as the sector continues to recover from lockdown. That’s according to Irish Jobs DOT i-e in its latest jobs index, which saw more than half of sectors offer more jobs this year than pre-pandemic. Dublin, Limerick, Cork, Waterford and Galway account
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There are calls to introduce further safety measures in a bid to curb speeding on the Leck Road in Letterkenny. Councillor Donal Coyle says speeding on the road has been an issue for some time, and that it has became worse since work was done on the road to make the surface smoother last
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Cabinet is expected to approve a bill banning fur farming in Ireland this morning. The bill will also provide for a compensation scheme for the three active mink fur farms in Donegal, Laois, and Kerry. A 4 to 8 million euro package will be provided next year – and the ban won’t kick in
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Cabinet Ministers will meet this morning to decide whether an easing of Covid restrictions will go ahead on Friday. NPHET briefed the Government yesterday as the number of new Covid cases and hospitalisations continues to increase. It’s understood NPHET is recommending a cautious approach to Government, suggesting Ministers consider delaying re-opening as explanations are
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There are calls for additional services for people to recycle old or unused paint across the county. Cllr Jimmy Kavanagh brought the issue to a recent Letterkenny-Milford Municipal District Meeting, as there are currently no council facilities in place for paint recycling in the area. He says that while there are currently plans being
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Police in Tyrone are urging people to stay away from derelict buildings due to many dangers within them. Castlederg and Newtownstewart Neighbourhood have been out and about over the weekend conducting Anti-Social Behaviour patrols. Police say that they will also be working with local land and home owners to ensure these properties are well
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It’s another packed DL Debate podcast with Brendan Devenney. This week Brendan talks club championship football from around the north west with Ryan Ferry – Sports Editor of the Donegal News and ladies football correspondent Maureen O’Donnell. Listen to the DL Debate presented by Brendan Devenney in association with Sara’s Kitchen at Sister Sara’s Letterkenny:
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The latest news, sport and obituary notices on Monday, October 18th…
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1,578 new cases of Covid-19 have been detected in the Republic of Ireland today. The Department of Health says the five-day moving average of cases has now fallen to 1,736. There are now 484 people with the virus in hospitals, including 73 in ICU.
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Midfielder Roma McLaughlin has linked up with the Republic of Ireland’s Women’s National Team squad ahead of their 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup qualifiers. The Donegal native replaces forward Kyra Carusa who picked up a knock on club duty. The full squad continued their preparations at the FAI National Training Centre on Monday ahead of
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European health regulators are examining an application for approval for the use of the BioNtech/Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine in children aged 5 to 11. It’s currently authorised for use in those aged 12 and over. The EMA says it will review the data on the vaccine, including results from an ongoing clinical study, in order to
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The Taoiseach has said that Covid certs could remain in place for longer than expected following the recent surge in virus cases here. NPHET is meeting this afternoon and the government will consider its advice tomorrow ahead of a decision on the easing of restrictions. While it had been expected almost all Covid measures would
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Police are appealing for information following a burglary at an address outside Donemana, County Tyrone. The burglary took place at a house on the Duncastle Road between Donemana and Newbuildings between the evening of Friday the 15th October and the evening of Sunday the 17th October. During the intrusion, it’s said that a number of
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Donegal’s Peter O’Donnell has been named as manager to the Ireland team that will compete at the Elite Men’s World Championships later this month in Serbia. O’Donnell will take charge of a six man team with the competition starting on Sunday 24th October in Belgrade. The Raphoe man first took charge of an Ireland team
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1,091 new Covid-19 cases have been recorded in the North in the last 24 hours. There have also been an additional three covid-related deaths announced there today. 347 patients are now being treated for the disease in hospitals in Northern Ireland, with 34 in ICU.
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There’s a call for regular drug testing at club level in the GAA. It’s after former Limerick All-Star Ciarán Carey claimed cocaine is an issue in every club in the country. Former dual player for Antrim and current Tyrone hurler CJ McGourty says regular drug testing can be a useful tool:
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The whistleblower and nursing staff at the centre of the sexual abuse scandal at St. Joseph’s Community Hospital in Stranorlar have been praised for their efforts in trying to highlight the matter. It comes as there are urgent calls on the HSE to publish the report into sexual abuse at Ard Greine Court complex
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Letterkenny University Hospital is the second most overcrowded hospital in Ireland today with 52 people awaiting admission there this morning According to the latest report from the INMO 17 people were on trolleys in its ED while a further 37 were on wards or in overflow areas. Nationally, 460 admitted patients were waiting for
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The O’Donnell Park in Letterkenny will host one of the Donegal Senior Championship semi finals next weekend. The Donegal CCC have confirmed the last four clash of the holders Naomh Conaill and Kilcar will be played in Letterkenny on Sunday with a 1.45pm throw in. That game is a repeat of last years delayed final.
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Mica campaigners have suggested that they may run a candidate in the next General Election if the Government do not grant 100% redress. It comes as momentum builds ahead of Children’s Mica protest in Dublin this week. Up to 50 children from Donegal whose family homes are affected by mica are to hold the
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Inishowen has been described as the Cinderella area of healthcare. It comes as serious concern has been expressed once again over a lack of respite services in Inishowen. Previously, Donegal Disability Services confirmed that there are currently no emergency respite beds available on the peninsula and that alternative accommodation I being provided at Ballymacool
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Gardaí are investigating an alleged sexual assault of a woman in south Inishowen at the weekend. It follows reports of an incident at a house in the Burnfoot area of Donegal on Saturday 16th October 2021. In a statement, Gardai say that the scene has been fully examined. No arrests have been made to
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The Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council has reacted angrily over water outages in south Inishowen over the weekend. Not only were residents without water for a prolonged period, the repair work also resulted in major traffic delays in Fahan. Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council Cllr Jack Murray had the opportunity of inspecting the main
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The Derry Senior Football Championship semi-final line up was also confirmed over the weekend. Slaughtneil will take on Lavey while Loup will play Glen in the other last four tie over the weekend of the 30th/31st October.
Lavey and Slaughtneil to clash again in Derry Championship Read More »
The Licensed Vintners Association says if covid restrictions don’t relax further on Friday, then when? NPHET will meet later to discuss its advice to the Government on the easing of pandemic rules. It comes amid a backdrop of rising covid cases. But Donal O’Keefe from the LVA says the reopening should proceed.
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Buncrana has been deemed ‘Clean’ in the first post-lockdown survey by Irish Business Against Litter. The south Inishowen town is in 21st position in the ranking of 40 areas nationwide. The latest survey describes the grounds of the Inishowen Tourist Office as very welcoming while Upper Main Street was attractively presented, with all aspects
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NPHET will meet today to advise the government on the further easing of Covid-19 restriction this Friday. So-called ‘Freedom Day’ would see many of the last remaining rules lifted, such as limits on large gatherings and night-time openings for pubs and nightclubs. It comes amid rising infection rates and hospitalisations, with 1,380 new cases
Cabinet to make final decision on ‘Freedom Day’ tomorrow Read More »
Police are becoming increasingly concerned for the welfare of Julie Mullan. Julie was last seen in the area of Creggan on Saturday 16th October 2021. Julie was last seen wearing a black coat, black hoody, black tracksuit bottoms and white trainers. She is also believed to have been carrying an adidas rucksack. Anyone who
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Donegal County Council is to close a section of the Kilmacrennan road for resurfacing works. The road from the Hospital Roundabout to the Knocknamona Roundabout will be closed from 7pm – 7am each day from this evening until Friday.
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Gardai in Donegal have issued a further warning over the illegal use of fireworks ahead of the Halloween festivities. They are reminding the public that igniting an illegal firework, throwing one at a person or property and possessing illegal fireworks with intent to sell or supply are all offences. Fines of up to 10,000
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12 pop up clinics are being opened for students at colleges today so they can receive their second vaccine. The Higher Education Minister’s announced Vaccination Week is being extended. Pop-up vaccination centres were set up across 15 college sites two weeks ago. Over 3,000 students received a vaccine with over half of them receiving
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It’s emerged that Termon National School is not in the catchment area for Milford secondary schools. This means primary pupils from the area will have to travel to Letterkenny to attend secondary school instead of nearby Milford. The issue was raised at the latest sitting of the Letterkenny / Milford MD with Donegal County
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A West Donegal Councillor says businesses are being impacted by the lack of broadband in the region. Latest figures show that just 21% of the remaining 32,000 properties in Donegal will not be connected to high speed broadband until at least 2023. Councillor Noreen McGarvey says some properties are completely cut off without any
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Statistics compiled by the Vintners Federation of Ireland show that Donegal has had the second-most pub closures in the country since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic. A total of 33 pubs in County Donegal closed their doors for good in the period between January of 2020 and September of 2021, in large part
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