Mica homeowners to protest at gates of Leinster House today
Mica homeowners are set to take to the streets of Dublin today on what is expected to be a significant day for the Defective Blocks Bill. A protest has been organised outside the gates of Leinster House as TDs gear up to vote on proposed amendments of the enhanced…
Fish could be off the menu as seafood sector struggles with energy costs
The CEO of the Irish Fish Processors and Exporters Association is warning that shops and restaurants could soon see shortages unless the Government steps in with supports for the industry. Fishing representatives are due to meet with Marine Minister Charlie McConalogue later today for crucial talks as it relates…
54 people waiting for a bed at two main North West Hospitals
There were 54 people waiting for a bed at the two main North West Hospitals this morning. 35 people were waiting at Sligo University Hospital while a further 19 were waiting at Letterkenny. Nationally, there were 493 people waiting at hospitals across the country today. University Hospital…
Government accused of ramming through legislation on Defective Blocks Bill
A Donegal Sinn Fein TD has accused the Government of trying to ram through legislation in the Dáil this evening on the Defective Blocks Bill. The opposition called for nine hours of scrutiny of the Bill to take place this evening and while a Dail vote was called yesterday,…
Survey reveals parents in North West struggle with back to school costs
A new survey has revealed that parents in the North West are struggling significantly with back to school costs. The survey by the Irish League of Credit Unions shows the average spend per secondary school child’s 1,518 euro, and 1,195 euro at primary school level. Counties in Connacht…
Man killed in Donegal crash
A man has been killed in a crash in Donegal. The two car collision happened on the N13 between Newtowncunningham and Manorcunningham at around 11pm. The driver of the other car has been taken to Letterkenny University Hospital with non-life threatening injuries A section of the N13…
New Donegal LGFA trophy in memory of Donna Dunnion
A new trophy, in memory of Four Masters and Donegal LGFA stalwart Donna Dunnion Boyle, is being introduced for this year’s women’s senior club football championship. The draws for the Donegal Kernan Group club championships were made on Tuesday night in Letterkenny. St Naul’s will be in Group 1 of…