Gardai in Donegal issue warning over ‘grandparent scam’
Gardai in Donegal have issued a warning over a scam text known as the ‘grandparent scam’. This is where members of the public receive a random text message purporting to be from a family…
Donegal quarry agrees to High Court direction
A quarry in Co Donegal, at the centre of the Mica scandal, has agreed to a High Court direction to allow sampling of rock at their facility. A number of affected homeowners are suing…
Higher and Further Education colleges to roll out Active Consent classes
Active Consent classes are being rolled out in Higher, Further Education and Training colleges across the country from today. Minister for Further and Higher Education Simon Harris made the announcement after new figures revealed 22,000…
North West Hotelier warns that Dublin prices could damage reputation of the entire industry
A North West Hotelier has expressed concern in relation to claims of price gouging by Hotels in the capital ahead of the St Patrick’s Day celebrations. Concerns are being raised about Ireland’s reputation abroad…
Sligo-Leitrim TD calls for reversal of direct provision decision
A Sligo-Leitrim TD is calling on Government to reverse a decision to move people from direct provision into tented accommodation. It’s being reported that 52 asylum seekers will have to move from Direct Provision into…
Gardai issue warning following sheep attack in west Donegal
Gardai have issued a warning following a sheep attack in west Donegal over the weekend. Two ewes were killed as a result of the attack which happened in the Derrybeg area. Anyone who…
Leitrim councillor pushes for tourism focus over ghost trains
A Leitrim councillor is warning that excellent tourism projects in the north west are being put in danger due to an obsession with looking to restore railway lines. Manorhamilton Municipal District councillor Sean…