Fianna Fáil TD for Sligo-Leitrim Marc Mac Sharry has called for better planning due to the impact that a Red…
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Donegal schools to reopen on Monday ‘where possible’
by Elaine McCallig 7 years agoThe Department of Education has today stated the where possible, schools, colleges of further education and third level institutions will…
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Roads Update: Gritted routes passable as 500 tonnes of grit used in 24 hours
by Elaine McCallig 7 years agoWhile a red level warning remains in place for snow with strong easterly winds for Munster, Leinster and County Galway,…
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Letterkenny parkrun, a free weekly 5k around St Conal’s Hospital Campus, will go ahead tomorrow morning at 9:30am. Committee member…
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Civil Defence assist Donegal nursing staff and patients
by Elaine McCallig 7 years agoApproximately 270 volunteer members of the Civil Defence have been tasked to assist the Primary Response Agencies during Storm Emma.…
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ESB Networks work through the night to restore power to 101,000 homes and businesses
by Elaine McCallig 7 years agoDuring the night and this morning, Storm Emma has caused damage to the electricity network across Ireland, with a peak…
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In light of yesterday’s status red snow-ice warning from Met Eireann, events were postponed and businesses shut their doors. A…
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Over 1,300 homes in Donegal without power following Storm Emma
by Rachel McLaughlin 7 years agoPeople in two regions of Donegal are waking up to no power this morning following Storm Emma and the ‘Beast…
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Storm Emma: Donegal Ladies’ Cork clash latest sporting fixture to be shelved
by Chris McNulty 7 years agoThe Donegal Ladies’ Lidl National Football League Division 1 clash with Cork has become the latest victim of Storm Emma.…
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Here’s how to stay up to date with council alerts during Storm Emma
by Rachel McLaughlin 7 years agoDonegal County Council has closed all non-emergency services and offices ahead of the incoming storm. The following statement with advice…
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‘Storm Emma’ stops popular Donegal chip van for first time in 45 years!
by Chris McNulty 7 years agoThe impending arrival of Storm Emma to Donegal means that, for the first time in 45 years, an east Donegal…
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A Status Red snow-ice warning has been placed on all counties in Ireland this Thursday and Friday 1-2nd March 2018. Due…
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The Status Red weather alert has led to many bus services being cancelled or suspended this Thursday and Friday. Bus…
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Breaking: All schools and colleges closed tomorrow and Friday
by Elaine McCallig 7 years agoEducation Minister Richard Bruton has announced that all educational institutions will remain closed tomorrow (1st March) and Friday (2nd March).…
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Voluntary group of 4×4 drivers offer a helping hand during adverse weather
by Elaine McCallig 7 years agoA group of 4×4 owners across Ireland has come together to establish a voluntary group that lends a helping hand…
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HealthNews
HSE doing ‘everything possible’ to prepare for severe weather
by Elaine McCallig 7 years agoThe HSE Management team for Community Healthcare Organisation Area 1 (Cavan, Donegal, Leitrim, and Monaghan & Sligo) has met to…
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The Race 2018 has been put on ice as the ‘Beast from the East’ impacts travel across Ireland. Organisers of…
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Decisions on school closures in Donegal to be ‘kept under review’
by Rachel McLaughlin 7 years agoNo firm decision has yet been made for Donegal school closures this week, as the incoming blizzard-like conditions closes schools in…
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Fuel allowance to be doubled for 331,000 recipients as cold snap takes hold
by Elaine McCallig 7 years agoMinister for Social Protection Regina Doherty has confirmed that the 331,000 recipients of the Fuel Allowance will this week receive…
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‘Snow joke’: Heavy snow showers forecast for Donegal
by Elaine McCallig 7 years agoMet Eireann has issued a status yellow snow-ice warning for Donegal. Scattered heavy snow showers are expected today, tonight and…