Buncranna test centre has the highest Covid-19 positivity rate nationally
The Covid-19 test centre in Buncranna has the highest postivity rate for both walk in and referral tests in the country. 28.4% of walk tests taken at the centre in the Donegal town came back…
Leitrim County Council issue fire advice with temperature warning in place
With high temperature warnings in in place for Leitrim, the local authority is issuing advice for people who may in recreational areas prone to fire. People are advised not to fight a fire, gather everyone…
Two separate drowning incidents last night
The body of a man in his 70’s was recovered form a lake in Co. Leitrim last night. The alarm was raised at around 9pm at Spencer Harbour in Drumkeeran when he failed to return…
Donegal TD says dual pricing report is a ‘victory for consumers’
A Donegal TD has described the recent Report on Dual Pricing in the Insurance Market by the Central Bank as a damning indictment of the insurance industry, and has said it represents a “victory for…
Killybegs Coast Guard called out last night
Killybegs Coast Guard were called out at 10.18pm last night after reports of kayakers in difficulty. Boat and shore crews along with Rescue 118 assisted in the search around Fintra Bay where crews made contact…
Man dies in drowning incident near Garrison
A man has died following a drowning incident near Garrison. The PSNI says a 55-year-old man tragically died following an incident in the Lough Melvin area of Fermanagh this morning about 10am. (Wednesday). Officers attended…
Despite rise in some farm incomes, many are still struggling, says Donegal IFA official
IFA farm officials say the overall increase in farm incomes is positive but that it does not take from the ongoing vulnerability of the majority of Irish farmers. According to the Preliminary Results of the…
