Government defeats Sinn Féin Eviction Ban Bill
The Government has defeated a Sinn Féin bill seeking to extend the eviction ban until January 2024 The bill, was defeated following a vote, with an amendment being made by Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien. The amendment was based on supporting the position adopted last week by the Dáil,…
Problematic pipeline in Sligo set to be replaced
It’s been confirmed that a problematic pipeline in Sligo is set to be replaced. The line from Carraroe to Ballisodare stretches 3.5 km and is prone to numerous bursts. The scheme is to commence in the 3rd quarter of this year and it is hoped that it will…
New public health advice for Covid 19 comes into effect today
New public health advice for Covid 19 comes into effect today. We’re being told that unless we’re in a high-risk group we no longer need to test for the virus. Instead the latest HSE advice is to stay at home if feeling unwell. It comes as the…
Garda National Economic Crime Bureau carrying out investigation in Donegal
It’s been confirmed that Gardai led by the Garda National Economic Crime Bureau are currently carrying out an investigation in Donegal. It’s believed that enquiries are being conducted in the Killybegs area. Gardai say that no further information is available at this time.
Fears Fáilte Ireland wont be flush with toilet plan for Enniscrone
Fáilte Ireland is under pressure to give a guarantee that it will fund the public toilet development for Enniscrone. The project is currently at pre-planning stage however there’s concern that without the necessary money secured, it won’t get off the ground. The project was first announced four years…
Minister under pressure to sort stalled school buildings debacle
The Education Minister is facing increasing pressure to resolve the major ongoing debacle surrounding school building projects in the North West. Last week, parents, pupils and staff held a protest outside Gaelscoil na gCeithre Máistrí in Donegal town over the Government’s decision to put their new school build project…
Donegal U20s reach Ulster semi-final following penalty shootout victory
Donegal under-20 gaelic footballers are through to an Ulster semi-final following Wednesday night’s penalty shootout victory over Antrim at MacCumhaill Park in Ballybofey. The sides were level at the end of normal and extra time with late scores rescuing the Tír Chonaill men both occasions. At one stage, Donegal were…