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Petrol bombs were thrown at police in the Creggan estate in Derry last night during a security operation. A sustained period of rioting took place as police moved in and evacuated some homes in the area in the wake of a suspected dissident republican mortar attack against them on Sunday evening. It’s estimated that at

The Derry-Coleraine rail project will cost double the cost that was estimated. Regional Development Minister Danny Kennedy told the Northern Ireland Assembly yesterday that the project would cost double Translink’s original estimate of £20m. The Assembly was told that the cost has been reassessed at £40m. East Derry MLA John Dallat is hitting out at

Gardaí in the County have issued a warning to the owners of rural business premises following a burglary of a Shop & Filling Station in Letirmacaward. Business Owners are advised to check on the physical security of their premises, such as doors, windows, & roofs to ensure they are capable of withstanding robust attack. The

East Derry MLA Gregory Campbell has been criticised after comments appearing to mock the Irish language. The DUP MP came under fire for his comments during a debate on the Irish language and Ulster Scots. During a debate about the Irish and Ulster-Scots languages, Mr Campbell appeared to mock the Irish language when he attempted to

Donegal County Council is currently conducting a survey on broadband availability throughout Donegal. The Authority says it continues to lobby the government for more investment in broadband in both urban and rural areas of Donegal. Donegal County Council points out that access to quality High Speed Broadband is a known indicator of socio-economic development and

A number of high profile figures in Donegal’s tourism industry have participated in the last of Fáilte Ireland’s “Destination Ireland” workshops, which sees local businesses pitch directly to travel agents and tour organisers from overseas. After a number of European focussed events, this workshop focussed on the American market, with a number of tailor-made packages

A Midlands – North West MEP is warning that changes to the Qualified Majority Voting system which have come into effect at EU level could have a serious impact on Ireland’s agriculture industry. Sinn Fein says the changes will reduce Ireland’s voting weight at EU level by 150 percent, and significantly, will also remove Ireland’s

Gardai are appealing for information following a crash near Redcastle last night that claimed the life of a 37 year old man. John McGonagle, from Clar in Redcastle died when the car he was driving crashed on a minor road immediately off the Muff to Moville Road at Clar at 11 o’clock last night. Mr

A 26-year-old man has been shot in both legs in Derry. It happened in Liscloon Drive at about 8:30pm last night. He was taken to hospital for injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening. It was the second shooting in the city in 24 hours. A 42-year-old man was injured in a paramilitary-style shooting

Police officers have been targeted in Derry which saw their vehicle damaged by an explosive device. According to the PSNI, it was “extremely fortunate” that no one was killed or badly injured in the incident in the Creggan Heights area of Derry at about 8.40pm last night. It is believed that a pipe-bomb type device

A teenager who was involved in a car crash in Coleraine 12 days ago has died in hospital this morning. 19 year old Craig Mc Cook from Co. Antrim was one of two men injured in a one-vehicle car crash on the Strand Road on the 21st October. Police are appealing for witnesses to come

Mc Elhinneys of Ballybofey has won another national award, this time for its online presence. mcelhinneys.com scooped the prize for best eCommerce Website at the Retail Excellence Ireland awards. Over 500 people attended the annual awards gala in Galway last night. The annual Retail Excellence Ireland awards recognise the consistent commitment to excellence in meeting

Concern is being being expressed for a 33 year old man who’s been missing from Derry for the past five days. Stephen McCloskey was last seen in the Ard Grange area on Tuesday last. He is described as being approximately 6ft tall, of stocky build, with short brown hair and blue eyes. He has names tattooed

Gardaí in Inishowen have issued an appeal for information about a fatal house fire which occurred at Carnmalin, Malin Head shortly after midnight yesterday. After emergency services responded to a call and fought the blaze, the body of a 42 year old man was recovered from the house. A post mortem examiniation is taking place

A man’s been injured in a paramilitary style shooting in Derry. The incident occurred in the Corrib Court area of the city last night. Police say that at approximately 11.40pm, they received a report that a 42 year old man had been shot in the left leg by a man that is described as being approximately

Thousands of people turned out in Letterkenny today for a protest against water charges. It’s estimated that between 8,000-10,000 people turned out in the pouring rain. Protesters marched from the Port Roundabout to Market Square. Our reporter Barry Whyte was at the Letterkenny protest: Hundreds more also turned out for protests in Lifford and Ballyshannon

  A man in his early 40s has died following a house fire in Carnmalin, Malin Head. Gardai have confirmed that the fire was reported at midnight, with units of the fire brigade from Carndonagh and Buncrana attending. The body of the man was found at the rear of the house at 2 o’clock this

A Derry man has been returned for trial on a charge of murdering a man in the city last year. 59 year-old Kieran McLaughlin of 60, Elaghmore Park in the city appeared at a preliminary enquiry today at Derry Magistrate’s Court. He was charged with murdering Barry McCrory on October 10 last year. He was

The Donegal PRO of the Right2Water campaign is making a final appeal for those who oppose water charged to join protests across Donegal today. Over 5,000 people are expected to march through Letterkenny assembling at Mr Chippy at 2pm. Huge crowds are also expect to gather to protest in Ballyshannon and Lifford. Gary Doherty is

The motorcyclist killed in a collision in Inishowen on Thursday night has been named locally. He was 58 year old Lenny Nelson of Cullion Road in Letterkenny. The crash happened on the N13 at Lisfannon in Burt at around 10.30pm. Mr Nelson was fatally injured when he was involved in a collision with two cars.

A Derry man who a police officer described as ‘a high ranking member of the IRA’ was refused bail today at the local Magistrate’s Court. Thomas Ashe Mellon (38) of 36 Rathmore Road in Derry is charged with directing the activities of the IRA on a date unknown and June 5 this year. He is

The Mayor of Donegal says he expects more than five thousand people to take to the streets in protest tomorrow. It comes amid reports that the government is looking at ways to reduce the cost burden on households. According to today’s Irish Independent,the government is considering granting a 100 euro tax credit for water. Cllr

Gardai are appealing for witnesses to a fatal collision in county Donegal last night which claimed the life of a motorcyclist in his 50s. The crash happened on the N13 at Lisfannon in Burt at around 10.30pm. The motorcyclist was fatally injured when he was involved in a collision with two cars. He was pronounced

Every home in Ireland is due to get 100 euro off their water bill, according to new plans from the government. The Irish Independent reports the tax relief may be extended to try to ease mounting pressure over the water charges, with more than 80 rallies planned against the fees tomorrow. It’s understood that everyone

Almost 2,500 people were waiting more than a year for an outpatient appointment at Letterkenny General Hospital in August. That’s an increase of over 100 on July’s figures, and a jump of almost 1,500 in the past six months. Earlier this month in the Dail, the Health Minister, Leo Varadkar said that Letterkenny General wasn’t

Police are continuing their enquiries following a major car crime spree spanning the Strabane District last week. Between Thursday night last and Sunday morning, police received more than 20 reports that cars in Sion Mills and Strabane had been broken into. It brought the total number of vehicles targeted in recent weeks to almost 30.

Ten jobs are to be created at a new brewery in Derry. The Walled City brewery will brew and sell craft beers from new premises in Ebrington Square. Ilex, an urban regeneration company in Derry, made the announcement yesterday (Thursday). Manager of Walled City brewery, James Huey, said he hopes to build the company and

The Norths Environment Minister has said he believes the draft budget is “bad for the people” of Northern Ireland. The Northern Ireland Executive has agreed next year’s draft budget yesterday evening. SDLP minister Mark H Durkan voted against the draft budget while ministers from Alliance and the Ulster Unionist Party abstained from the vote. Mr