Gardaí and the emergency services have been attending the scene of a road traffic collision on the outskirts of Letterkenny. The incident happened in the Tullygay area close to Kernans Filling Station on the main Letterkenny to Glenties road at around 1.30pm today. Motorists approaching the area should expect delays. Gardaí have closed the road […]
Not good enough that Raphoe Community Playgroup is left in limbo – Doherty
SINN FÉIN TD Pearse Doherty has said it’s not good enough that staff and families using the Raphoe Community Playgroup remain in limbo over its future. The playgroup is facing closure next month because of the presence of defective blocks in the building and temporary accommodation is being sought locally. Deputy Doherty raised the matter […]
Over €440,000 raised for charity – Maggies Fundraising Committees honoured by council
A community fundraising group who have raised in the region of €440,000 for a host of local charities were honoured at a special reception at the Lifford-Stranorlar Municipal District this week. ‘Maggies Fundraising Committees’ – a group of people who have organised charity events from Maggie’s Tavern in St. Johnston, have helped raise much needed […]
Education Minister opens new modular buildings at Errigal College
Minister for Education, Norma Foley, T.D., officially opened Errigal College’s new modular buildings in Windyhall, Letterkenny today. Earlier, the Minister was in Buncrana where she visited Scoil Íosagáin. She will also pay a visit to St. Eunan’s College in Letterkenny while she will also take time to meet some of the Fianna Fáil councillors and […]
CAB raid in Donegal linked to international drug trafficking
Gardaí say a CAB search operation carried out in Donegal and Dublin on Wednesday is linked to investigations into international drug trafficking. The search operation, led by the Criminal Assets Bureau, saw two premises in West Donegal and a business premises in Letterkenny raided. Between Dublin and Donegal, 23 searches were carried out with a […]
Appeal for witnesses following fatal road collision on Sunday
Gardaí in Buncrana are appealing for witnesses following a fatal road traffic collision at Buncrana Pier yesterday morning, Sunday, May 19. Gardaí and emergency services were alerted to a vehicle in the water at Buncrana Pier on Sunday morning at approximately 7.30am. Following a multi-agency search and recovery operation, the car was recovered from the […]
Road closed at Newtowncunningam following traffic collision
Motorists driving on the main Letterkenny to Derry road are advised to take caution following a collision at Newtowncunningham this morning. Gardaí say a section of the road has been temporarily closed and diversions are in place. According to a Garda spokesperson: “A road traffic collision occurred at Killyverry, Newtowncunningham (on the N13) a short […]
PARENTING: Preparation is key when you’re planning a trip on a plane with the kids
By Louise Flanagan WITH summer on the horizon, there’s a good chance some of us will be hopping on a plane and saying ‘adios’ to the rain for a while. Making that trip with babies and toddlers can add another dimension to the airport experience. Gone are the pre-boarding cocktails and 20kg of heels and […]
Birthday boy ‘Dotsy’ is 50 today!
He’s normally the man behind the camera capturing birthdays, celebrations and special occasions, but today he can enjoy being the centre of attention. Letterkenny man Stephen ‘Dotsy’ Doherty turns 50 today – and we wish him a happy birthday. The Glencar Irish man is a popular and much loved member of the An Post front […]
Vintners’ AGM taking place today in Ballybofey
VINTNERS from across Ireland are gathering in Ballybofey today for their annual conference President of the Vintners’ Federation of Ireland (VFI) John Clendennen said there are many challenges and opportunities facing their members with rising costs a major issue for pub owners. The conference is taking place in Jackson’s Hotel in Ballybofey and many in […]