A MAN (60s), who was arrested in connection with the Creeslough explosion, has been released without charge. The man was arrested yesterday morning for alleged offences contrary to the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act 1997. A garda spokesperson said: “A file will be prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions.” Advertisement Meanwhile, the investigation into […]
Ukrainian families hit with eviction notices
By Dionne Meehan UP TO 80 Ukrainian refugees living in Ramelton are facing eviction in the mouth of Christmas as the Department of Equality and Integration continue to end contracts with smaller accommodation providers throughout the county. The refugees, living in Oakwell Holiday Village and The Tanyard premises in Ramelton, received letters last week asking […]
Weather: Cold and frosty morning with some icy stretches
THIS morning will be cold and frosty with some icy stretches. There will be scattered showers, mainly of rain or sleet but isolated snow showers are possible. The showers will die out from most areas through the afternoon and sunshine will become hazy. Advertisement Highest temperatures of 3 to 7 degrees. Tonight, storm Bert will […]
Deaths in Donegal, Friday, November 22
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Brian Superina, Quigley’s Point and Sydney Séamus Rodgers, Annagry Advertisement Ann Cullen, Market Street, Rathmullan Mary Rose Blaney, Fanad Brian Superina, Quigley’s Point Sarah (Sally) Payne, Newtowncunningham Anne Moore, Burnfoot Patrick Logue, Carndonagh Nellie Boyle, Arranmore Island and Ballyshannon Veronica Drummond, Ballyshannon Willie John Doherty, Ballyshannon Bridget […]
Ulster Rugby Girls U14 Cup renamed in memory of Creeslough victim Leona Harper
THE Ulster Rugby Girls U14 Cup has been renamed in memory of Leona Harper. Leona (14), who played for Letterkenny Rugby Club, sadly lost her life following a tragic explosion in Creeslough in 2022. She was one of ten people who passed away following the tragic incident.
Deaths in Donegal, Wednesday, November 20
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Willie John Doherty, Ballyshannon David Farrell, Ballyshannon Advertisement Kathleen Chambers (née McKinney), Derry and Donegal Bridget (Bridie) Brook, Crossroads Danny Sweeney, Bunbeg George Sterritt, Dunfanaghy Breege McGee (née Moyne), Buncrana Betty Pitcher, Inver Josephine Canning, Dublin and Downings Willie John Doherty, Ballyshannon The death has occurred of […]
Road works commence on the R259 Dungloe to Burtonport
ESSENTIAL road works will begin on the R259 Dungloe – Burtonport road at Lackenagh today. There will be a stop/go traffic management system in place for the duration of the works which will be carried out over two days. Traffic management will be in place from 8am to 5pm on both days. Advertisement The exact […]
Yellow snow and ice warning for Donegal extended
A YELLOW snow and ice warning for Donegal has been extended until 11am today. Possible impacts of this weather may include poor visibility and difficult travel conditions. Meanwhile, a yellow low temperature/ice warning for Ireland will come into effect at 8pm tonight. Advertisement Temperatures are set to plummet as low as -3 today and into […]
Weather: Very cold and wintry day ahead
THIS morning will be very cold with outbreaks of rain gradually turning to sleet and possibly snow over higher ground. Sunny and dry spells will develop this afternoon with highest temperature of 3 to 6 degrees in a chilly breeze. Tonight will be mostly dry with clear spells. Advertisement A few showers will drift in […]
Deaths in Donegal, Tuesday, November 19
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Danny Sweeney, Bunbeg George Sterritt, Dunfanaghy Advertisement Breege McGee (née Moyne), Buncrana Nan (Anastasia) Henry, Greencastle Anna French, Lifford Nora T Quinn, Glenties Betty Pitcher, Inver Peter Hoines, Ballyshannon and Tyrone Josephine Canning, Dublin and Downings Danny Sweeney, Bunbeg The death has occurred of Danny Sweeney, Magheralosk, […]