Fraud crimes increased by more than 40 per cent in the year to June. But CSO crime figures show the incidents of burglary were down over a third, while both theft and robbery incidents were down by more than 20 per cent. The increase in fraud crime relates mainly to fraudulent attempts to obtain […]
Fraud crimes increased by more than 40% in year to June Read More »
A 51-year-old man, arrested by detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Legacy Investigation Branch, investigating the murder of police officer Michael Ferguson in 1993, has been released following questioning. Police say that the investigation is continuing.
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The number of Covid patients in hospital has increased by over 10 per cent over the past week. The figure now stands at 300 – compared to 272 seven days ago. University Hospital Limerick is treating 35 Covid patients, which is by far the highest in the country, Letterkenny University Hospital is fourth highest on
21 Covid patients at LUH Read More »
On this week’s Business Matters, Ciaran O’Donnell is joined by Tanya McCole from Ardara who is one of Ireland’s most talented singer-songwriters. Her career was very much on an upward trajectory when Covid-19 hit in March 2020 – and all her best-laid plans were placed on hold. And for September’s Backing Business Segment, Ciaran speaks
Business Matters Ep 61 – Tanya McCole & Michael Tunney Read More »
49 people are waiting on a bed at Letterkenny University Hospital this morning. It’s the third most overcrowded hospital in the country with 13 people on a trolley in the Emergency Department and a further 36 on wards elsewhere in the hospital. 406 admitted patients are waiting for beds this morning at hospitals across the
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Two people have been removed to hospital following a crash in Buncrana this morning. The crash between a car and a motorcycle occurred just after 8am at Cash Na Cor. The road remains closed with diversions in place.
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The Housing Minister says he’s acutely aware of the potential cost of the Mica scandal but says the State has a moral duty to help those affected. Darragh O’Brien will meet Mica homeowners on the Defective Blocks Working Group this evening for a crucial meeting on the redress scheme. Minister O’Brien says the cost of
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Emergency services are currently at the scene of a crash in Buncrana. The crash is believed to have occurred at Cash Na Cor this morning. The road is currently closed and diversions are in place. Traffic travelling from Buncrana to Clonmany, Carndonagh is to divert at the Cockhill Bridge and proceed to the Kinnego Cross
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The entry for next months Donegal Harvest Stages Rally was released on Tuesday night and with no rallying in the county in almost two years, the line up has attracted the cream of the crop in the sport with the top machinery in the country. Eamon McCafferty Clerk of the Course for the Abbey hotel
Devine leads an impressive entry for Donegal Harvest Rally Read More »
A number of Midlands North West MEPs have been pressed to outline what role they play in representing border counties affected by Brexit. Donegal Senator Niall Blaney, who is a member of the Oireachtas Good Friday Agreement Committee, in recent days, questioned MEPs Colm Markey and Maria Walsh in the Seanad on what can be
Midlands NW MEPs quizzed on role they play in representing border counties Read More »
Eirgrid is warning Ireland won’t have enough electricity to meet demand for the next five winters, if action isn’t taken. The company says it’s due to the closure of older power plants and a rise in demand for electricity. Eirgrid is warning this winter will be challenging, with possible power outages. Environment Minister Eamon Ryan
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Letterkenny University Hospital continues to endure funding discrimination. That’s according to Donegal Deputy Padraig MacLochlainn who has told the Dail that while the hospital is the 6th largest hospital in the country, it is placed 13th when it comes to funding allocations in the budget, despite over 20,000 people currently on waiting lists at the
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The Government is coming under criticism again for what a Donegal Deputy says is the repeated failure to support Ireland’s fishing industry. It comes after Norway unilaterally declared a 55% increase in its mackerel quota. Deputy Thomas Pringle says this is a further blow to the fishing industry and another example of why the Common
‘Government again fails to support fishing industry’ – Deputy Pringle Read More »
A group representing the live events industry is calling for a 50% increase in government funding for the sector. Musicians will perform at the gates of Leinster House this morning as the Music and Entertainment Association publishes its Pre-Budget Submission. Capacity at events is currently capped at 60 per cent for indoor events and 70
MEAI to publish pre-budget submission today Read More »
The Housing Minister will meet Mica homeowners this evening for a crucial meeting on the redress scheme. Darragh O’Brien will receive the final report on the scheme tomorrow, before bringing recommendations to cabinet early next month. Campaigners want 100% compensation for their homes affected by the defective block issue. Affected homeowner and member of the
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There are calls for an independent review of the ambulance service. Increasing ambulance response times was high on the agenda at the latest sitting of the Regional Health Forum West where it emerged an ambulance was sent from Donegal to respond to an emergency in Tipperary. The Cathaoirleach of the Lifford Stranorlar Municipal District believes
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Individuals, community groups, sports clubs and sporting organisations across Donegal are being invited to participate in Donegal Sports Partnership’s community consultation online survey which was launched this week. The findings of the questionnaire will be incorporated into the new Active Donegal Strategic Plan 2022-2025 which is scheduled to be published at the end of 2021.
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In the Dail this evening, Donegal Deputy Padraig MacLochlainn called upon Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien again to ensure a Sinn Fein motion for a 100% Mica redress scheme passed in the Dail June is upheld. He says there appears to be a difference in focus between officials from the Department of Housing and affected homeowners
Housing Minister comes under further pressure to sanction 100% Mica redress Read More »
The Department of Health has reported 1,499 new cases of Covid-19. Latest figures show the country’s 14-day incidence rate is 382 per 100,000 people – and it’s highest in Donegal, Monaghan, Louth and Carlow. 300 people are in hospital with the virus – an decrease of 10 in the past 24 hours. 63 people are
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A mica affected homeowner says it was devastating for his family to have to demolish their home and move into a mobile home because of the defective block issue. It comes ahead of key meeting tomorrow between the Defective Blocks Working Group and Housing Minister, Darragh O’Brien. There is growing pressure on the government to
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The Republic of Ireland Women’s Under-17 squad has been confirmed for their 2021/22 UEFA Women’s Under-17 European Championship Qualifying Round games. Donegal Sister’s Keri and Jodie Loughrey have been included in the Republic of Ireland squad for the upcoming matches. Head Coach James Scott has selected a strong roster of players – with eight different
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Just over 106,000 people will receive the Pandemic Unemployment Payment this week. That’s a drop of over 4,500 on last week. In Donegal, 3,156 people are due to receive the payment, down 4% from last week. Meanwhile, 6,474 people in the county will receive the Covid-19 Enhanced Illness Benefit payment. Minister for Social Protection Heather
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1,078 new coronavirus cases have been recorded in the North in the last 24 hours. There have been 4 additional Covid related deaths. There are 362 patients being treated for the disease in hospitals in Northern Ireland, with 27 in ICU.
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#BuyDonegal is Back for 2021 following a phenomenally successful campaign last year. The campaign provides an opportunity for businesses across Donegal to highlight their range of products and services. The initiative will run from Friday November 5th to the end of December. Over 250 businesses were involved in the campaign in 2020.
BuyDonegal is back this year Read More »
The Mental Health Commission has found a number of non-compliances at the Department of Psychiatry at Letterkenny University Hospital. The centre received an overall compliance rate of 89%, an increase on the 86% compliance recorded in its 2020 inspection. The report states that the centre is not modern and dated in appearance with an extensive
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An investigation is continuing into a road traffic collision that happened at Drumfad, Raphoe. The crash happened on Thursday last shortly after 7.15pm. The collision occurred between a van and a motorcycle. The motorcyclist was taken to Letterkenny University hospital to receive medical treatment for injuries sustained, none of which are believed to be life
Investigation continuing into crash in Raphoe Read More »
This is Highland Radio’s Community Garda Slot on the Nine til Noon Show on Tuesday September 28th, with Garda Grainne Doherty speaking to Donal Kavanagh…………
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A Donegal Haulier has raised serious concern over the prospect of inexperienced people being hired as lorry drivers in the UK. The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has warned that disruption to festive preparations will be “inevitable” if progress is not made to solve the shortfall of around 90,000 lorry drivers. Due to the on-going
Donegal Haulier predicts disaster over plans for UK lorry driver issue Read More »
A Donegal Deputy has rowed in behind calls for the future of water treatment staff to be safeguarded. It comes as four trade unions representing local authority workers say staff need more reassurances over Government plans to transfer around 3,200 staff employed by local authorities to work directly for Irish Water. Currently, staff at
Future of water treatment staff must be safeguarded – Pringle Read More »
A man has been arrested in Derry in connection with the murder of police officer Michael Ferguson in January 1993. Detectives from PSNI Legacy Investigation Branch investigating the murder have today arrested the man as part of their ongoing enquiries into the killing. The 51 year old has been arrested under the Terrorism Act
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A number of cars thefts have happened in Convoy over the weekend. The spate of incidents occurred in the Greenfields area in the early hours of Sunday morning last. Between the hours of 3am – 6am entry was gained to six cars and numerous items were stolen from them, sunglasses, clothing and car documents.
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The Finance Minister is being urged to extend the banking levy, which is due to expire at the end of this year in a bid to support 100% redress for mica affected homeowners. As part of the proposal, there are calls for the rate to be fixed to ensure that revenue from the levy
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A man has sustained multiple injuries during an assault in Dungloe last week. Gardaí in Milford are investigating the incident which took place on Tuesday the 21st of September at approx. 11.15pm on the Quay road in Dungloe. A man is believed to have been assaulted by a group of men at that location.
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There’s been an overnight burglary in the Twin Towns. Gardaí in Letterkenny are appealing for information in relation to the incident that occurred in the Glenpatrick Place area of Ballybofey between 7pm last night and 00.50am this morning. A glass panel was smashed in the front door of the house and entry was gained.
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The leaders of the four main unionist parties in the North have signed a declaration opposing the post-Brexit arrangements. They’ve been campaigning to scrap the Northern Ireland Protocol – with claims it’s cutting the region off from the rest of the UK. An effective border in the Irish Sea was agreed between the UK
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Residents affected by flooding issues will be facilitated with face to face meetings on request as it relates to the public consultation on planned Flood Relief Schemes in the county. The consolation which opened yesterday includes schemes for Ballybofey & Stranorlar, Buncrana and Ramelton. The consultation on the scheme being progressed by Donegal County
‘Imperative’ people have their say on Flood Relief Schemes Read More »
An investigation is continuing into a road traffic collision that happened at Drumfad, Raphoe. The crash happened on Thursday last shortly after 7.15pm. The collision occurred between a van and a motorcycle. The motorcyclist was taken to Letterkenny University hospital to receive medical treatment for injuries sustained, none of which are believed to be
Witnesses to Raphoe crash urged to come forward Read More »
A motion is to be brought forward to Derry City and Strabane District Council this week, calling on the authority to give its full support to the 100% Mica Redress campaign. The motion includes a call on the Council to write to the Housing Minister in the Republic Darragh O’Brien, outlining its support for
Mica motion presented to Derry City & Strabane Council this week Read More »
There are 42 people waiting for a bed at Letterkenny University Hospital this morning. Latest figures show that eight people are on trolleys in the ED while a further 34 are waiting on wards or in overflow areas. The number is down four on yesterday’s figure of 46. It’s the third most overcrowded hospital
LUH third most overcrowded hospital in Ireland today Read More »
Dundalk delivered their second league victory in a week with a 2-1 win over Bohemians at Oriel Park on Monday night. Pat Hoban’s 17th goal of the season helped Dundalk climb out of the bottom two, and ahead of this Friday night’s trip to Ballybofey to play Finn Harps, Dundalk are up to eighth
Dundalk move out of the bottom two Read More »
Four trade unions representing local authority workers say water treatment staff need more reassurances over the future of their jobs. It comes as the Government plans to transfer around 3,200 staff employed by local authorities to work directly for Irish Water. Currently, staff at more than 800 water plants are employed by local authorities,
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A man arrested under the Terrorism Act in Derry on Sunday over the attempted murder of a female member of police staff and part time police officer in Dungiven, has been released following questioning. Detectives say that investigation into this incident continues. The 21 year old was subsequently arrested as part of an investigation
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9 in 10 businesses in Ireland are planning to recruit new staff next year. A survey by EY shows the majority of companies plan to increase their headcount in 2022. However, 96 percent of entrepreneurs say finding the right talent is a challenge. Chief Economist with EY, Neil Gibson, says businesses are reporting vacancies
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Stormont ministers have agreed to end social distancing rules for shops, theatres and a number of indoor settings in Northern Ireland. The measure will take effect from 6pm on Thursday. Businesses are being asked to put in place additional mitigation measures, such proof of vaccination and proof of a negative lateral flow rapid test.
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Concern has been raised over opening hours being cut for motor tax services in Donegal. Prior to the pandemic, the service had been available five days a week at Public Service Offices across the county, but now it’s emerged that it’s only available on Tuesdays and Thursdays. It’s understood that there has been a
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Animals in Need Donegal says they are struggling to cope with a hundred cats and kittens currently in their care. The charity recently had a record-breaking week where they took in 38 cats and kittens and they are making an urgent appeal to the public for help. The voluntary service operates helplines 365 days
Animals in Need Donegal struggling to cope Read More »
There’s still time for budding entrepreneurs to avail of a start-up business package worth £10,000 as part of the new Start Up Launch Pad North West Initiative. Derry City and Strabane District Council, in partnership with the Londonderry Chamber of Commerce and the Inner City Trust, are offering two local entrepreneurs the chance to
New scheme offers entrepreneurs a Launch Pad to success Read More »
It’s another packed DL Debate podcast with Brendan Devenney. This week Brendan talks with Gary McDaid on the latest happenings in the Donegal Senior Football Championship while there is also match reaction from Barry Ward, Rory Kavanagh and Kane Barrett. Former Mayo star and RTE pundit John Casey also jumps in with his views on
DL Debate – The Championship 27/09/21 Read More »
The Department of Health has reported a further 1,049 new cases of Covid-19. Latest figures show the country’s 14-day incidence rate has dropped to 379 per 100,000 people. It’s highest in Monaghan, Donegal, Louth and Carlow – and lowest in Wicklow, where the rate is only 168. 310 people are in hospital with the virus
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The Donegal CCC have refixed the Ardara Bundoran Donegal Senior Championship round one replay for Wednesday week the 6th October. The game was ordered to be played again this Wednesday after the CCC found Ardara had breached the substitution rules in the original game earlier in the month. Ardara have appealed to the Ulster Hearings
Ardara Bundoran replay put back to Wednesday 6th October Read More »
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