by Louise Doyle OPENING up the Wild Atlantic Way, which stretches from Cork to Donegal, into Northern Ireland could tap into a new all-Ireland tourism, Fáilte Ireland has said. The view of the national tourism development authority comes after Stormont’s Economy Minister Conor Murphy said it is possible that the Wild Atlantic Way could be extended to Northern Ireland. […]
TV presenter Timmy Mallet says Donegal border is ‘bonkers’!
By Dionne Meehan A WELL-KNOWN TV personality found himself in Donegal this week and discovered some of the complicated issues facing those who live along the border. TV presenter Timmy Mallett was spotted in the county as he cycles around Ireland and the UK for charity. Advertisement Best known for presenting popular children’s programmes such as […]
Motor fuel prices rising
by Kate Heaney HAULIERS have warned this week that the increased excise duty on fuel will see more hauliers and private motorists driving into Northern Ireland to buy fuel for their vehicles, to the detriment of border fuel retailers here. The head of the Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) Ger Hyland warned the excise increase […]
Donegal diplomat played key role in Mozambique peace process efforts
BY JEROME HUGHES A YOUNG Letterkenny man who played a key role in the Mozambique peace process, has revealed Northern Ireland’s progress beyond its difficult history inspired his work in Southern Africa. Aaron Cunningham now works with the UN in Tanzania but was directly involved in Mozambique’s journey to peace. Advertisement The country is now seen across […]
Donegal homes pay up to 35 per cent more for heating oil than NI
BY JEROME HUGHES DONEGAL households are currently facing home heating oil prices that are up to €143 higher for 500 litres compared to the rates in Northern Ireland. The recent cold spell in the region heightened the demand for heating oil (kerosene), shedding light on significant price disparities between Donegal and Northern Ireland. Advertisement The […]
Rossnowlagh gears up for this year’s twelfth parade
THE rolling hills of Donegal and its magnificent coastline will provide the backdrop to what must surely be the most scenic setting for any Twelfth parade. The annual Rossnowlagh procession will be held tomorrow, just a matter of days before the demonstrations in Northern Ireland. It is expected that upwards of 50 lodges from Donegal, Cavan, Leitrim and […]
People of Northern Ireland go to polls tomorrow
RESIDENTS of the North are going to the polls tomorrow to vote in the local government elections. Polls will open tomorrow morning at 7am as residents across the North vote for candidates to form their local Councils. The polls will close at 10pm tomorrow night. Advertisement The electorate will choose 462 councillors across 11 district […]
Public notice for people living in, or visiting, the border counties on Sunday
On Sunday, April 23, between 3pm and 4pm, the UK Government will test a new Emergency Alerts service across the UK, including Northern Ireland. People living in, or visiting, the border counties may receive a message on their phone or mobile device, followed by an audio alert and a vibration of up to ten seconds. […]
Consignment of Fertiliser Delivered from the North to Galway
As part of IFA’s campaign on fertiliser prices, IFA Connacht Regional Chair Pat Murphy has sourced fertiliser from the North for farmers in Galway. It was distributed on Friday morning. “We are now at the point of the year where all farmers need fertiliser. It will be spread in the next few weeks, both for […]
Cross-border trial improves care for patients prescribed multiple medicines
A cross-border trial has improved care for patients prescribed multiple medicines. The iSIMPATHY project, funded by the European Union’s INTERREG VA Programme, worked with professionals in Scotland, the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland to comprehensively review patient medication. Taking multiple medicines can be problematic if the increased risk of harm from interactions between drugs, […]