“We don't have adequate words to convey our sincere sympathy and deepest condolences to the families of the two girls who have lost their lives," Fianna Fáil TD, Brendan Smith said.

The announcement came 24 hours after European Social Fund cash was due to run out

Men’s Sheds help to combat isolation by bringing men together to socialise and collaborate on projects.

Leo Varadkar said he wanted a community fund for areas to improve schools, public transport, community and sporting facilities.

Crowds of people turned out for a candlelit vigil in Letterkenny.

The victim, named by police as 49-year-old Sean Fox, was shot several times by two masked men in Donegal Celtic Football Club in Suffolk Road on Sunday.

Jack de Bromhead is the 13-year-old son of dual Gold Cup-winning trainer Henry de Bromhead.

Street Feast 2019 has been officially launched with an aim of 120 organised el-fresco meals taking place across the city this year.