It was a busy Bike Week at Finn Wheelers Cycling Club with three events starting with the Community Evening Cycle on Tuesday evening (14th May), Ladies Cycle on Wednesday evening (15th May) and ending with a Breakfast Cycle on Sunday morning, 19th May.

Each cycle explored the beautiful landscape and scenery of the Finn Valley and East Donegal.

The club said it was great to be joined by people new to cycling or who haven’t been out on a bike for a while in perfect weather for cycling. The club was also joined by members of the neighbouring Club Rothaíochta Chú Uladh.

There was plenty of chat and banter at all events with refreshments and plenty of spot prize winners afterwards.

The final Bike Week event was the Breakfast Cycle on Sunday morning. Over 30 cyclists set off at 9am to complete the 30km and 40km routes working up an appetite for a hearty cooked breakfast in the restaurant at Ballybofey & Stranorlar Golf Clubhouse with beautiful views over the golf course.

Club chairperson Brian Mc Elhinney thanked everyone for coming out to participate in the cycle events and invited participants to join the weekly club cycles which are every Sunday morning at 9am and every Tuesday & Thursday evening at 7pm. All cycles depart from Glenside Business Park.

The club is encouraging the formation of a women’s group for a weekly club cycles starting on Friday 24th May, departing Glenside at 7pm. More information on weekly activities is available on the Finn Wheelers social media pages.

National Bike Week is an annual celebration and promotion of the benefits of cycling with events around the country for all levels weather a seasoned cyclist or a newcomer.

The incentive was a success for the Finn Wheelers club with new and returning members and people trying group cycling for the first time which was great to see.

For anyone looking to join the club and the weekly cycles you can contact the club at 086 8059456, by emailing finnwheelers@gmail.com or messaging through the Finn Wheelers Facebook page.

The club would like to acknowledge the support from Donegal Sports Partnership, Donegal County Council, National Transport Authority and Cycling Ireland for the Bike Week events.

With thanks to Gerard McHugh for the photos.

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Twenty-seven complaints were made to the Ombudsman for Children’s Office (OCO) in 2023 on behalf of children in Donegal, a new report shows.

There was a 3% increase in the number of complaints from county Donegal, while a total of 1,790 complaints were made nationally.

Education was once again the biggest concern, with complaints about access to school
places, bullying, school transport, the State Exams Commission and access to complaint procedures in schools.

Uncertain Times, the OCO’s Annual Report for 2023, shows that complaints are becoming more complex, with one in five relating to more than one State agency.

After education (40%), health and Tusla were the most complained about topics (both 23%), along with housing (7%). While not in the OCO’s remit, a notable 4% of complaints related to Early Childhood Education and Care, for which there is no robust oversight of the complaints.

The Ombudsman for Children, Dr Niall Muldoon from Donegal, said:  “Children’s issues are fighting for Government’s attention at a time when there is a housing crisis, a cost-of-living crisis, an international protection crisis, and when our public services are under increasing pressure.

“These issues are all having an unquantifiable impact on children too, yet they are not necessarily seen as children’s issues, thus protecting the State from having to properly fulfil its obligation to them.”

Dr Muldoon said this is seen particularly when it comes to children’s health and mental health services.

“Children are still waiting far too long for vital, life-changing spinal surgeries and our Children’s Mental Health Services (CAMHS) are not uniformly of a high standard across the board. In some parts of the country, as the Mental Health Commission Review showed last year, these services are completely unfit for purpose.

“There are some parents of children with complex disabilities who are being forced to leave their children at hospitals and special schools in the hope of triggering the right supports and services they need to care for them at home. While we are also still concerned about the safety and welfare of children in Direct Provision.

“Homelessness and family homelessness in particular is at an all-time high, with the number of children without a home surpassing the 4,000 mark at the start of the year. And yet Ireland is one of the richest countries in the world. For many children thankfully, Ireland is indeed a great place to grow up in and they are living happy and fulfilled lives. But this is not the case for all.”

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Ferry services in Donegal are gearing up for the summer season with two routes opening in the coming weeks.

The Lough Foyle ferry service linking Greencastle and Magilligan begins daily sailings this Friday 24th May. Passengers can enjoy the scenic journey across Lough Foyle until mid-September 2024.

The Swilly ferry service linking Buncrana and Rathmullan will also be operating a full schedule starting June 1st, 2024. The service is unaffected by ongoing works on Rathmullan Pier.

Both ferries operate 7 days a week.

Further information including timetables and fares can be found at www.loughfoyleferry.com or www.swillyferry.com.

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Main pic: Philip McHugh, Mark Grennan, Danny Mooney, Eoghain McGinley John McCallion, Barry Mackey, Ciaran Doherty, Mark McPaul and John Foley. 

The annual Hickey, Clarke & Langan Inter Firms 5km took place last Tuesday from Diver’s Hyundai on Canal Road, Letterkenny.

The event was well supported and LAC’s Mark McPaul ran an excellent time of 15.43 to win the race.  Mark was running with Enterprise Rent a Car while Noeleen Scanlon was the first member to cross the line in 17:04 followed by Michael Harkin in 17:14 running with St. Eunans. Enda McLaughlin ran 17:56 with Zeus, Cian Friel ran 17:58 with Donegal County Council, Dessie Sheils ran 18:09, Luke Daly 18:38, Luke Sweeney ran 19:05 with St. Eunans, Callum Keaveny ran 19:12, Caolan Spratt ran 19:14 with St. Eunans, Aidan McKenna ran 19:24,  Barry Mackey ran 19:53, Colly O’Donnell ran 20:05 with Sweeney’s Spar, Paul Toner ran 20:21 with the ATU, Mark McFadden ran 20:54 with Glenveagh, Frances Judge ran 21:56, Frank Pinder ran 23:32 with TCS, Denis Gallagher ran 29:46 and Claire Price ran 29:47.

Congratulations to LAC’s Ann Marie McGlynn who raced in London in the Highgate “Night of 10,000m PBs”. Ann Marie crossed the line in 33:17.

Well done to club members who competed in the Strabane half marathon.  Philip McHugh ran an outstanding time of 1:14:01, Kieran Crawford 1:23:02, Alvaro Azpetitia 1.31.04, Ciaran O’Donnell 1:36:46, Margaret Shiels 1:49:51, Ray McDermott 1:52:25, Conor McDaid 1:56:31, while Diane Bustard ran 2:10:03. 

 LAC Fit 4 Life ran super times of 1.50.22 and 2:07:19 in the relays.

 In the National 5k which was held in the Phoenix Park Dublin LAC’s senior men’s team were crowned National Senior 5k silver medallists.

 There was a clean sweep in the over 35’s category in the National 5k championships with Danny Mooney, Mark Greenan & Eoghain McGinley taking 1st, 2nd & 3rd place respectively.

 Also, congratulations to Ciaran Doherty who was the winner of the over 45’s category.

Kilmacrennan National School hosted a 5km road race and Paul Toner was the first LAC member to cross the line in a time of 20:17 while Monica McGranaghan was first female home in 20:38.  Stephen Shiels ran 20:45, Gary Price 21:33 and Samuel Rankin ran 24:10.

LAC meets Tuesday 5.15pm and at 6.30pm for an interval running session, Thursday evening for a hill run at 6pm, Saturday morning at 9.30am for a tempo run and Sunday morning at 8am for a long run. 

All runs start at the Aura.  All levels catered for and encouraged.

Fit 4 Life which is run by LAC in conjunction with the Donegal Sports Partnership takes place every Monday at 5.45pm on the track at the Aura Leisure Centre Letterkenny. 

The aim of the programme is to reach out to those who wish to improve their fitness and all are most welcome any Monday they choose to attend. 

Fit 4 Life is not about speed but fitness and the coaches from LAC particularly welcome newcomers.

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Gardaí have reissued their appeal for information after a child was knocked down outside a school in Donegal town last week.

The collision, involving a car, occurred at upper main street on Wednesday, May 15th, at approximately 1.55pm. 

The child was taken to Letterkenny University Hospital to receive medical treatment for non life threatening injuries. 

Gardaí stressed they have been in contact with all parties involved. 

“We appeal to anybody who may have witnessed the collision or captured it on dash cam footage to make contact with Gardaí in Ballyshannon on 0719858530,” a garda spokesperson said.

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Atlantic Technological University is a multi-campus technological university in the West and Northwest of Ireland that delivers a rich combination of academic and research excellence, quality of life and opportunity. Serving a diverse group of learners, staff, communities, and organisations from our region and further afield.

ATU offers 600+ academic programmes from pre-degree to doctoral level to a student population of 20,000+ students supported by over 2,250 staff.   

ATU offers a modern and inclusive working environment, in which equality and diversity are embraced.  ATU is a member of the Athena SWAN Charter and is working towards achieving gender equality and continues to welcome applications from female candidates.

Atlantic Technological University is recruiting for the following positions:

• Staff Officer (Grade V) – Finance (Confined) – Any ATU Campus
• Marketing Support Officer (Apprenticeships) –   Any ATU Campus
• Assistant Lecturer in Electrical Apprenticeship –  Killybegs Campus
• Sports Centre Supervisor –  Letterkenny Campus
• Daytime Helpdesk Technical Assistant –  Letterkenny Campus

Closing date for receipt of applications for the above positions: Tuesday 4 June 2024, at 12 noon.

Job specifications/application forms may be accessed and applicants may apply online for the above positions at www.atu.ie/jobs-at-atu

Atlantic Technological University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse qualified candidates.

Cuirfear fáilte roimh chomhfhreagras trí Ghaeilge.

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Gardaí are investigating an assault that occurred at Upper Main Street, Letterkenny, in the early hours of Sunday morning.

The incident occurred between 3.10am and 3.15am. 

“A man was standing chatting to his friends on the street when he was approached by an unknown man who had come running down the street,” a garda spokesperson said.

“The man received a blow to the face and was knocked to the ground.”

Anybody who may have witnessed the incident, or who has any relevant information, is urged to make contact with Gardaí in Letterkenny on 074-9167100. The Garda Confidential line can also be contacted on 1800 666 111.

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Several Donegal restaurants are coming back to the hills with their arms full today after big wins in the Irish Restaurant Awards.

The Olde Glen Bar was one of the national winners of the night, crowned as the Best Gastropub in Ireland. Downings Chef Ciarán Sweeney was also crowned the Best Chef in Ulster.

Donegal’s success continued with wins in other categories. Anne Cannon of La Bella Donna Restaurant in Donegal Town took home the Best Restaurant Manager in Ulster award, while Chandpur Indian Restaurant was named Ulster’s Best World Cuisine.

The Blue Goat artisan store and cafe in Ramelton, owned by Des Gallen, rounded out the local triumphs by being named the Ulster Innovator of the Year.

The All-Ireland final of Irish Restaurant Awards 2024 took place in the Clayton Hotel, Burlington Road on Monday where almost 1,200 of the Irish hospitality industry’s owners, chefs, managers and staff gathered to crown the best establishments from across the country.

In total, this year’s Irish Restaurant Awards – the 15th year of the Awards – received over 160,000 public nominations for restaurants, cafés and other food services establishments across the country – the highest number yet.

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The Donegal Garda Youth Awards 2024 presentation ceremony took place yesterday evening at the Abbey Hotel in Donegal Town, honouring young people who have gone above and beyond throughout their communities. 

The overall winners were as follows:

Community Safety Award Winner – 5th Year Safe Internet Day Ambassadors, St. Columbas College, Stranorlar. 

Group Award Winner – Class 3B, Scoil Mhuire, Buncrana.

Individual Award Winner – Carmen Hernandez, Donegal Town (pictured above)

Special Achievement Award Winner – Seán Boyle, Arranmore Island. (Gairmscoil Mhic Diarmada)

Special Recognition Award – Conor Callaghan, Deele College, Raphoe. 

The overall award winners will now go on to represent the Donegal Division at the National Awards ceremony. 

St Columba’s College students Konrad Krol, Harry Byrne, Luke Holmes and Tristan Herron whe was nominated for a Garda Youth Award pictured with Cllr Gerry McMonagle (Chairperson JPC), Inspector Paul McGee, Liam Ward (Donegal Council Council), Chief Superintendent Goretti Sheridan and Roisin Murray (Supermacs). (North West Newspix)

Students representing Class 3B of Scoil Mhuire, Buncrana who were nominated for a Garda Youth Award pictured with Liam Ward (Donegal Council Council), Cllr Gerry McMonagle (Chairperson JPC), Inspector Paul McGee, Chief Superintendent Goretti Sheridan and Roisin Murray (Supermacs). (North West Newspix)

Sean Boyle of Arranmore Island who was the recipient of the Special Achievement Award at Garda Youth Awards Ceremony receving his award from Judge Éitéain Cunningham. Included in photo are seated Cllr Gerry McMonagle (Chairperson JPC) and Inspector Paul McGee. Standing are Superintendent Shaun Grant, Liam Ward (Donegal County Council), Chief Superintendent Goretti Sheridan, Paddy DOherty (Donegal County Council) and Superintedent Karen Duffy. (North West Newspix)

Conor Gallagher who was the recipient of the Special Recognition Award at the Garda Youth Awards Ceremony receving his award from Judge Éitéain Cunningham. Included in photo are seated Cllr Gerry McMonagle (Chairperson JPC) and Inspector Paul McGee. Standing are Superintendent Shaun GRant, Liam Ward (Donegal County Council), Chief Superintendent Goretti Sheridan, Paddy DOherty (Donegal County Council) and Superintendent Karen Duffy. (North West Newspix)

A message of support endorsing the awards was received from current senior Donegal GAA Manager Jim McGuinness and Garda Shaun Patton (Goalkeeper). The Donegal manager has invited the nominees to an upcoming training session with his team.

“To the overall winners and to all of the nominees we offer our sincere congratulations and very best wishes for the future,” said spokesperson Garda Gráinne Doherty.

“They all deserve our applause as they all have achieved great things whether it be through helping within their community or overcoming personal challenges.”

Gardaí also extend their thanks to Judge Éiteáin Cunningham, the Joint Policing Committee, and Cllr. Gerry McMonagle for their contributions to the success of this year’s event. Gratitude was also expressed to Supermacs Ireland, a new sponsor this year, for their generous support. Appreciation was extended to John Kelly and the staff at the Abbey Hotel for providing the venue, to Kevin Furey for his musical contributions, and to Greg Hughes for serving as the Master of Ceremonies.

“Best of luck to our overall winners at the National Awards level which will take place later in the year,” Gda Doherty said.

Winners of the Donegal Garda Youth Awards pictured with Senior Garda, Sponsors and Judge Éitéain Cunningham at the presentation ceremony in the Abbey Hotel., Donegal Town. (North West Newspix)

Turlough Kelly and Molly Flanagan who were nominated for a Garda Youth Award pictured with Cllr Gerry McMonagle (Chairperson JPC), Liam Ward (Donegal Council Council), Inspector Paul McGee, Judge Éitéain Cunningham, and Chief Superintendent Goretti Sheridan ). (North West Newspix)

Representatives of the North West Home Education Group who were nominated for a Garda Youth Award pictured with Liam Ward (Donegal Council Council), Cllr Gerry McMonagle (Chairperson JPC), Inspector Paul McGee, Chief Superintendent Goretti Sheridan and Roisin Murray (Supermacs). (North West Newspix)

Students representing 6th Year at Moville Community School who were nominated for a Garda Youth Award pictured with Liam Ward (Donegal Council Council), Cllr Gerry McMonagle (Chairperson JPC), Inspector Paul McGee, Chief Superintendent Goretti Sheridan and Roisin Murray (Supermacs). (North West Newspix)

Shelton Khumalo who was nominated for a Garda Youth Award pictured with Liam Ward (Donegal Council Council), Cllr Gerry McMonagle (Chairperson JPC), Inspector Paul McGee, Chief Superintendent Goretti Sheridan and Roisin Murray (Supermacs). (North West Newspix)

Sinead Flanagan and Liam Porter receiving certificates on behalf of Molly McGroarty, Cliodhna Kelly and Aine O’Flanagan who was nominated for a Garda Youth Award pictured with Liam Ward (Donegal Council Council), Cllr Gerry McMonagle (Chairperson JPC), Judge Éitéain Cunningham, Inspector Paul McGee, Chief Superintendent Goretti Sheridan and Roisin Murray (Supermacs). (North West Newspix)

David Fitzgerald. Freya Lingard and Rionagh Carty who was nominated for a Garda Youth Award pictured with Cllr Gerry McMonagle (Chairperson JPC), Liam Ward (Donegal Council Council), Inspector Paul McGee, Judge Éitéain Cunningham, Chief Superintendent Goretti Sheridan and Roisin Murray (Supermacs). (North West Newspix)

Callum Tierney who was nominated for a Garda Youth Award pictured with Cllr Gerry McMonagle (Chairperson JPC), Liam Ward (Donegal Council Council). Inspector Paul McGee, Judge Éitéain Cunningham, Chief Superintendent Goretti Sheridan and Roisin Murray (Supermacs). (North West Newspix)

Travis Gibson and Eunan O’Hagan who were nomiated for a Garda Youth Award pictured with Liam Ward (Donegal Council Council), Inspector Paul McGee, Cllr Gerry McMonagle (Chair JPC), Roisin Murray (Supermacs) and Chief Superintendent Goretti Sheridan. (North West Newspix)

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Gardaí believe a fire that damaged a car outside a house in Lifford last week may have been started  maliciously.

The incident occurred in the area of Coolatee in the early hours of Wednesday, May 15th, shortly after midnight. 

The residents of the house realised that their car was on fire in their driveway and the emergency services were alerted. 

“The possibility that the fire may have been started deliberately has not been ruled out,” a garda spokesperson said.

“We appeal to residents in that area to make contact with Gardaí if they observed any suspicious activity on that date, or if they have any relevant information.

Gardaí in Letterkenny can be reached on 074-9167100 while the Garda Confidential Line may also be contacted on 1800 666 111.

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More than 2,500 customers are currently without power following a fault in Letterkenny this morning.

ESB Networks say the issue occurred in the Gortlee area shortly after 11am and power is expected to be restored by 12.15pm.

For updates and information, log on to the Power Check website.

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Donegal’s rugged and atmospheric beauty has made it an ideal location for film and TV production over the decades, but a new expansion of the WRAP investment fund will show the county has more than just scenery to offer.

WRAP (Western Region Audio-Visual Producer’s Fund) is expanding from funding individual productions to investment of up to €200,000 in film, TV, games, and animation companies based in the West of Ireland.

 It will also empower producers and companies in the region through more direct support via the newly established WRAP Screen Commission. This aims to ensure the WRAP Region – Galway, Mayo, Roscommon, Sligo, Leitrim, Clare, and Donegal – can compete with the east coast in terms of the kind of production which can be attracted here.

Donegal’s potential has been underlined by the WRAP-funded TV series Obituary, which was shot in Bundoran and Ballyshannon. Starring Siobhán Cullen and Michael Smiley, it was described by The Irish Times as “ghoulishly good fun”.

Since WRAP’s inception in 2018, it has supported 32 projects, including Obituary, which was IFTA nominated and has recently been picked up by several global broadcasters, including Netflix, as well as to services across Europe, Australia and New Zealand.

WRAP has already had a significant impact on the AV industry in the West, supporting award- winning TV series Smother, and Ireland’s Wild Islands, as well as the films Calm With Horses, Wild Mountain Thyme, My Sailor, My Love, and Death of a Ladies’ Man.

Together, these projects have received 98 award nominations and 13 wins. The fund has seen upwards of €33 million (€40.2 million including non-regional cast) spend in the region.

Allan Mulrooney, CEO, Western Development Commission has welcomed the creation of the WRAP Screen Commission, saying, “This scaling of funding to support the whole AV ecosystem in the Western Region is very much complementary to WDC’s ongoing strategy of fostering the emerging CreaTech sector in the region. Through this clustering of investment, the Western Region is strengthening its competitive advantage of offering stunning and unique film locations complete with the necessary infrastructure that enables us to attract international interest.”

The screen industry in the West of Ireland is also undergoing a period of expansion in the number of production studios and facilities based in, and building their businesses, here. WRAP’s focus on longer-term support and development of the film, TV, games and animation industries in the WRAP Region will help create a sustainable, self-propagating AV sector in the West.

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Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to a serious crash in which three people were injured in Inishowen last week.

The single vehicle collision occurred on Friday, May 17th, at Drumadooey, Burnfoot, on the R239, shortly before 6.30pm.The car in question was travelling from Muff towards Burnfoot when the incident occurred. 

The driver and three passengers were taken to hospital to receive treatment for serious, but non-life threatening, injuries. 

“We appeal to anybody who may have travelled on that stretch of road with a dash cam on that date to make the footage available to Gardaí,” a garda spokesperson said. 

Any relevant information should be passed to Gardaí in Buncrana on 0749320540, or The Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.

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While heavy showers are forecast for Donegal this afternoon, the county is to escape the worst of the thunderstorms.

A Status Yellow Thunderstorm warning is now in place until 9pm for all of Leinster, along with Counties Cavan, Monaghan, Cork, Limerick, Tipperary and Waterford.

Met Éireann said there will be heavy downpours as thunderstorms develop, with hail also possible.

However, showers will develop in other parts of the country from morning, becoming heavier and more frequent in the afternoon and evening.

Meanwhile, the UK Met Office issued a Yellow thunderstorm warning for Antrim, Armagh, Down, Fermanagh, Tyrone and Derry yesterday.

The warning came into force at 8am this morning and will be in place until 9pm.

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Magee is a fifth-generation Irish family business with over 150 years’ experience designing, weaving and tailoring luxury fabrics and high-quality garments based in Donegal Town.  The Company includes manufacturing, wholesale, retail and e-commerce businesses and is multi-channel.  We offer lifestyle collections across Men, Women, Home & Accessories via our stores in Donegal and Dublin, through many independent retailers and from our own website – www.magee1866.com.

We wish to recruit an experienced Accounts Assistant whose key responsibilities include:-

• Daily organisation and posting of supplier invoices.
• Monthly reconciliations of supplier statements.
• Ensuring supplier payments are processed accurately and on time.
• Daily cashflow management.

Key requirements:-

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role in a fast-paced industry.
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent working knowledge of Excel and Sage and the ability to learn in-house systems quickly.
• A good team player, also capable of working on their own initiative.
• Excellent written, verbal and communications skills.

An Accounting Technician qualification would be an advantage but is not essential. 

This is a part-time position (25.5 hrs per week), based in Donegal Town.  A competitive salary is on offer, together with staff discounts, a workwear allowance and company pension after a qualifying period.

The closing date for this position is 14th June 2024.  Please submit your cv to Ann Harley– aharley@magee1866.com.    Please note that we will only be communicating with shortlisted candidates.

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A case of alleged assault against a Donegal County Councillor has been adjourned until next week.

Frank McBrearty is facing a charge of assaulting a Donegal County Council official at the County House in Lifford.

McBrearty, a 54-year-old of Tullyvinney, Raphoe, is charged that on May 3, 2023 at County House, Lifford, he assaulted Mr Patsy Lafferty.

The charge is contrary to Section 2 of the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act, 1997.

When the matter was mentioned out of turn at Letterkenny District Court, McBrearty’s solicitor, Mr Patsy Gallagher, queried why the matter was being called at that point.

McBrearty, an independent County Councillor, was not present for the short mention of the matter.

Mr Michael Staines, a Dublin-based solicitor representing Donegal County Council in the case, told the court that he was ‘here on a watching brief’ and thanked the court for calling the matter prior to the lunch break.

Judge Éiteáin Cunningham adjourned the matter to Buncrana District Court on May 29, 2024.

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The volunteer Donegal Mountain Rescue Team (DMRT) has warned supporters about scammers claiming to sell merchandise on their behalf. 

They said links to external websites are being posted on their official social media posts claiming to sell DMRT merchandise.

“We are aware from time to time that we are subject to spammers who try to sell merch in the comments of our own posts,” they stated.

“We do not have any merch for sale at this time. We try to locate these posts as quickly as possible and delete and block them.”

See the full post below.

For more information on DMRT, and to donate, go to their Facebook or iDonate pages.

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Met Éireann has upgraded its yellow thunderstorm warning to include Donegal.

The ‘moderate’ alert came into effect at 1pm and is valid until 9pm tonight.

It is forecasting heavy downpours and thunderstorms. Potential impacts include spot flooding, difficult traveling conditions and Poor visibility

Other affected Areas include Leinster, Cavan, Monaghan, Clare, Cork, Limerick, Tipperary, Waterford and Connacht.

Meanwhile, the UK Met Office issued a Yellow thunderstorm warning for Antrim, Armagh, Down, Fermanagh, Tyrone and Derry yesterday.

The warning came into force at 8am this morning and will be in place until 9pm.

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Gardaí are appealing for information after two houses were vandalised in separate attacks in the Twin Towns at the weekend. 

The first incident occurred at an address in Blue Cedars, Ballybofey, on Sunday night at approximately 11.40pm when the sitting room window of the house was smashed. 

“We are particularly interested in any sightings of a lone male in the area on foot or on a bike around that time,” a garda spokesperson said.

The second attack occurred in the early hours of yesterday morning, shortly after midnight, at Glenpatrick Park, Ballybofey.

Significant damage was caused to a car at an address there and the sitting room window of the property was also smashed. 

“If anybody travelled in the Glenpatrick Park area, or on the Donegal Road area, with a dash cam between 11.45pm and 00.15am that night we ask them to make contact with us also,” a garda spokesperson said.

If anybody can assist with information or footage in relation to either incident, they are asked to contact Gardaí in Letterkenny on 0749167100. The Garda Confidential Line may also be contacted on 1800 666 111.

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Donegal motorcyclist Richard Kerr finished in an impressive fourth place at the MotoAmerica Superstock 1000 Championship race at the weekend. 

The Kilmacrennan man, and his AMD Motorsport/RK Racing team, were making their debut at the event, one of the series taking place at the picturesque Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham, Alabama.

Competing at the venue for the very first time, the 2.38-mile circuit saw Kerr run in sixth place in his qualifying group with a best time of 1’26.568, a more than encouraging 1.657s adrift of pole position man and reigning champion Hayden Gillim. On the overall qualifying times though, he had to settle for 12th place and a fourth-row start.

With two races on the schedule, he had plenty of opportunities to improve and did so immediately with a solid eighth place in the opening 14-lap race. However, lapping a full second than he’d managed in qualifying, the second encounter saw him move up the order to take an excellent fourth place at the chequered flag.

That made him the second Honda rider to finish with the excellent results already placing him third overall in the early championship table behind fellow Honda rider Gillim, who won both races at Barber Park, and Bryce Prince.

In addition to the two Stock 1000 races, Kerr also contested the three MotoAmerica Superbike races which featured multiple champions Cameron Beaubier and Jake Gagne as well as World Superbike Championship podium finishers Loris Baz and Xavi Fores. Again, the Kilmacrennan man acquitted himself well and with 15th in Saturday’s race, he improved to 11th and 12th on Sunday to pick up ten hard-earned points.

“Overall it was a good weekend, what with a new track for me to learn, first time racing against the American riders and my first time on Dunlop tyres so there was a lot to take in during the weekend,” he said.

“We had a lot on our plate so to come away third in the Superstock standings is very pleasing. I was also pleased with my rides in the Superbike races where I ended being the second best placed Superstock rider across the three races. The heat wasn’t too bad as I’ve been training hard and that paid dividends as with five races, it was a busy weekend. I picked up some nice prize money too so overall, it was a really enjoyable experience.”

Kerr said he is now looking forward to the next round at Brainerd in June.

He paid a big thanks to AMD Motorsport and his team here: Simon Bleasdale, Liam Kelly and his dad Ivan as well as Jones Honda. 

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