THE HSE winter vaccination programme is underway in Donegal with the rollout of the flu and COVID-19 vaccines. The free flu vaccine is available to recommended groups, while those aged over 60 and children 6 months and older with a weak immune system are invited for their next COVID-19 vaccine. Both vaccines will be available […]
Weather: Cloudy day with scattered outbreaks of rain and drizzle
TODAY will be cloudy with scattered outbreaks of rain and drizzle. Highest temperatures of 15 to 17 degrees. Tonight will remain cloudy with more frequent outbreaks of rain developing. Advertisement Lowest temperatures of 12 to 14 degrees.
Deaths in Donegal, Wednesday, October 1
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Kevin McCrossan, Milford and Letterkenny Marion Graham, Dunkineely Advertisement Gary Gomringer, Letterkenny Daniel (Don) Carroll, Ballybofey Nora O’Reilly, Westmeath and Rathmullan Gerald Moore, Carrigans Phillip Brogan, Letterkenny Kevin McCrossan, Milford and Letterkenny The death has occurred of Kevin McCrossan, of Hillcrest Nursing Home, Letterkenny and formerly Bunlin, […]
Emergency services at scene of three vehicle collision in Newtown
GARDAÍ and emergency services are currently at the scene of a collision in Newtowncunningham. The collision, involving three vehicles, occurred in the Monglass area of the village. No further details are available at this time.
Dillons Hotel joins Tourism Ireland at important travel fair in Paris
A LETTERKENNY hotel has joined Tourism Ireland at an important travel fair in Paris. Tourism Ireland is bringing Ireland to Paris this week at IFTM Top Resa, one of the leading travel and tourism shows in France. Joined by 15 tourism companies from Ireland – including Dillons Hotel – Tourism Ireland is highlighting the diversity of […]
Lots to see and do at the Ploughing Championships
by Mia Regan A RECORD-breaking number of people attended the Ploughing Championships in Tullamore, Offaly, earlier this month, with Europe’s largest agricultural event attracted 225,000 visitors. “This year, there were plenty of familiar faces and well-known brands everywhere. Advertisement “For those who aren’t too big into machinery and livestock, there was enough food, fashion and events for […]
Weather: Dull day with outbreaks of rain or drizzle
TODAY will be a dull day with outbreaks of rain or drizzle, mist and hill fog. The rain will turn more persistent this evening. Highest temperatures of 14 to 16 degrees. Advertisement Tonight will be cloudy with mist and hill fog. Wet at first with widespread rain but the rain will move northwards, becoming lighter […]
Deaths in Donegal, Tuesday, September 30
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Nora O’Reilly, Westmeath and Rathmullan Gerald Moore, Carrigans Advertisement Owen (Owney) McGoldrick, Pettigo Phillip Brogan, Letterkenny George Hayes, Quigley’s Point Kevin McCloskey, Killybegs Sr Kathleen Gallagher, Falcarragh Nora O’Reilly, Westmeath and Rathmullan The death has occurred of Nora O’Reilly (née Merritt), Mullingar, Westmeath and formerly of Rathmullan. […]
Investigation file on Creeslough explosion sent to DPP
THE investigation into the fatal explosion at a building complex in Creeslough continues to be led by local gardaí in Donegal Division supported by the Garda National Bureau of Criminal Investigation (GNBCI) and the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) and the Commission for the Regulation of Utilities (CRU). As the third anniversary of this fatal […]
Council meeting adjourned after Creeslough families speak out
TODAY’S Plenary Meeting of Donegal County Council has been adjourned after families of the victims of the Creeslough tragedy hit out at council officials. They attended this morning’s meeting with local councillor Tomás Sean Devine, who is calling on the council to purchase the Creeslough explosion site as we approach the third anniversary of the […]