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Garda appeal after cyclists are injured near Castlefinn

Gardaí are investigating an alleged incident of dangerous driving which occurred on the N15 near Carrick, Castlefinn at approximately 12 noon yesterday. Two of cyclists, both male, were injured following the incident. One of these received treatment at the scene while a second was taken to Letterkenny University Hospital. Gardaí are appealing to anyone who

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Use of Digital Covid Certs may be extended beyond next week

  The use of Digital Covid Certs may be extended beyond next week amid rising case numbers. NPHET has advised Government cases are increasing and health officials are seeing worrying trends. Ministers have suggested the planned full reopening of society on October 22nd may now be more limited. Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said they’ll make

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Kilmacrennan Celtic respond to awarding of Premier Division title

Kilmacrennan Celtic has responded to the Court of Arbitration’s decision to award Cappry Rovers the Donegal League Premier Division title for last season. Kilmacrennan were stripped of the crown for fielding a player that should have been suspended. In a strongly worded release, Kilmacrennan say they were following the guidance of the league at all

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LUH manager acknowledges failings but stresses gynae services are safe

The contents of this morning’s HIQA report into issues with Gynaecology Services at Letterkenny University Hospital are being digested by patients, staff and management. On this morning’s Nine til Noon Show, HIQA’s Director of Healthcare Regulation said the review found the hospital had taken steps to address issues which had been previously identified. However, Sean

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Report finds improvements to LUH gynaecology services needed

A report into gynaecology services at Letterkenny University Hospital has found that further governance and management improvements are needed to safeguard women. Following a series of concerns about the quality and safety of gynaecology services at the hospital, HIQA undertook a review of the governance arrangements of the services at the hospital, Saolta University Health

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Cllr calls for assurances over products linked to Mica scandal

Donegal County Council has been warned it needs to have its finger very much on the pulse to ensure high quality materials are being produced at quarries within the county. Councillor Albert Doherty says assurances need to be given that defects in materials linked to the mica scandal are no longer being used. He’s also

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Decision on futher rollout of booster vaccines expected in coming days

The Taoiseach says a decision is expected in the coming days on the further rollout of booster Covid vaccines. Micheál Martin told his parliamentary party last night they’ll be rolled out ‘without delay’ as soon as NIAC makes a decision. They’re already recommended for all over-80s, and over-65s in nursing homes.

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‘Must think bigger than carbon tax to tackle climate change’ – Pringle

The Government must think bigger than carbon tax to tackle climate change. That’s according to Donegal Deputy Thomas Pringle who believes the move disproportionately affects the county. Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe this week described carbon taxation as the single most effective climate policy – a statement Deputy Pringle has labelled complete and utter nonsense. Speaking

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Plans to enhance visitor experience in Buncrana progresses

Plans are afoot to enhance the visitor experience at the Shorefront in Buncrana. A funding application has been submitted by Donegal County Council to Government and if successful, it would pave the way for a major regeneration project in the town. While there are many amenities in Buncrana, it’s thought they are somewhat disconnected. Local

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Government will ‘kill live entertainment industry’ if restrictions remain

  The government will ‘kill the live entertainment industry’ if capacity restrictions remain past October 22nd, according to a musician. The Tanaiste Leo Varadkar says some restrictions might have to stay in place due to concerning hospital and ICU numbers. NPHET will meet next week and will make its recommendations to the government. Aslan guitarist

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GPs will struggle to offer same-day appointments due to Budget

  GPs will struggle to offer same-day appointments or allow new patients to join their client list, due to changes in the budget. That’s according to the Irish Medical Organisation, which has concerns over the Government’s decision to provide free GP care for 6 and 7 year old’s. Public Expenditure Minister Michael McGrath also said

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Business Matters Ep 63 – Paul Hannigan

On this week’s Business Matters, Ciaran O’Donnell is joined by Paul Hannigan, President of Letterkenny Institute of Technology which is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Paul has been in charge since 1998 and has witnessed many changes at the college which contributes an estimated €100 million to the local economy annually. Listen back here:

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Calls on Council to identify sites for disposal of Mica rubble

There are urgent calls on Donegal County Council to identify appropriate sites for the disposal of rubble from demolished Mica homes. Hundreds of mica affected homeowners are facing demolition but there questions are to where this material can be dumped when the time comes. It could be an added bill coupled with the reconstruction of

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Donegal doctor believes GP cards should be means tested

  GPs will struggle to offer same-day appointments or allow new patients to join their client list, due to changes in the budget. That’s according to the Irish Medical Organisation, which has concerns over the Government’s decision to provide free GP care for 6 and 7 year old’s. Public Expenditure Minister Michael McGrath also said

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Hospitality sector hugely disappointed over no extension of 9% VAT rate

There’s huge disappointment in the hospitality sector locally that the 9% VAT rate will not be extended beyond next summer. As part of Budget 2022, Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe confirmed the reduced VAT rate of 9% for the hospitality sector will expire at end of August 2022 as planned. The Irish Hotels Federation called on

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Safety assessment to be carried out on four lane road

The Letterkenny Milford Municipal District has been told that discussions are ongoing between Transport Infrastructure Ireland and the contactor with regards the ongoing four lane works in Letterkenny. TII has acknowledged that there are concerns regarding the current temporary traffic management arrangement, particularly in respect to the temporary lining, and also previous lining which is

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Government urged to clarify extent of budget allocation for Mica redress

The Government is being urged to clarify the full extent of their budget allocation for Mica Redress next year. The call follows confirmation that an additional €20 million will be allocated to the Defective Concrete Blocks Grant Scheme for next year. Announcing the Budget yesterday, Minister Michael McGrath gave no commitment on the issue other

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GRA welcomes Budget provision for extra 800 Garda recruits

The Garda Representative Association has welcomed the announcement of an extra 800 new Garda recruits in the budget. More than €2 billion in expenditure has been allocated for the Gardai, which will include an increase of €10.5 million for operational expenditure. The Vice President of the GRA Brendan O’Connor says the news is positive, but

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‘Too risky to increase Budget spending beyond €4.7bn’ – Finance Minister

Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe has said it would have been too risky to increase spending in the budget beyond €4.7 billion. That’s despite the Department of Finance saying the economy is recovering faster than expended, partly fueled by the spending of built up savings. Opposition parties have said the Government should have gone beyond yesterday’s

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