GARDAÍ are warning people to be vigilant for a scam in which a caller purports to be a member of An Garda Síochána. Gardai have said they recently became aware of a scam in which a person received a call from an Irish mobile number and the caller claimed to be a member of An Garda […]
Weather: Cool and breezy day with a mix of sunshine and showers
TODAY will be cool and breezy with sunshine and showers, some heavy with possible hair or thunder. Highest temperatures of 13 to 15 degrees with moderate winds. This evening and early tonight, there will be more persistent rain for a time. Advertisement Later, it will become drier with clear spells and a few showers. Overnight, […]
Deaths in Donegal, Friday, September 12
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Brian Scott, Falcarragh and Down Bert Ridewood, Lifford Advertisement Dominick (Dommie) O’Donnell. Ballybofey Eugene Miller, Glenties Ellen Gallagher, Carrigart Patrick Farren, Muff Adrian Brogan, Roscommon and Donegal Christian McCullagh, Raphoe Edward (Ned) Boyd, Gweedore John (Sean) Doherty, Clonmany Kieran Lafferty, Castlefin Owen Byrne, Ardara Cornelius (Con) Boyle, […]
Moderate weather warning for rain for Donegal
A YELLOW weather warning has been issued for Donegal. There will be heavy rain with a chance of isolated thunderstorms. The weather warning will remain in place until 10am on Friday. Potential impacts include localised flooding, poor visibility and difficult conditions.
Rúnaí Mairéad says ‘slán’ after 32 years
By Aoife Doherty GAELSCOIL Adhamhnáin rúnaí, Mairéad Uí Fhearraigh is set to retire this week. Mairéad, a Ranafast native, has been living in Letterkenny for the past 36 years. Advertisement During this time, Mairéad has been a vital cog in the machine at the busy Gaelscoil Adhamhnáin. Mairéad has worked there since the school first […]
Strong support for Johnny’s Ranch during council debate
By Chris Ashmore HOLD off on any enforcement proceedings – that’s the clear message to Donegal County Council from local councillors in relation to the controversy that has surrounded a popular foot truck operator in Ramelton. There has been considerable public support for Johnny Patterson, the owner of the Johnny’s Ranch takeaway outlet on the […]
Glenveagh Castle at risk of permanent closure due to staffing issues- Cllr
By Dionne Meehan A DONEGAL County Councillor has warned that Glenveagh Castle could face permanent closure if the government doesn’t tackle current staffing issues. Recently, staffing shortages have forced the castle to close two days a week, on Mondays and Fridays. Advertisement A spokesperson for the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, which oversees […]
Tributes flow following the death of Maria Doherty
by Tommy Curran There was widespread sadness at the death of Miss Maria Doherty, Magheraclogher, Derrybeg which occurred at Letterkenny University Hospital at the weekend. A member of a well known and highly respected family, she celebrated her 51st birthday on Friday, August 15. Advertisement A daughter of the late Hughie Chití Tim Doherty and […]
Councillors were not told of plans to cut down oak tree
A senior council official has confirmed that none of the councillors on Letterkenny-Milford Municipal District Council knew in advance that a 90-year-old oak tree in the town was to be cut down. Controversy erupted last year when it emerged that the local authority intended to cut down the Sessile Oak tree as part of its […]
‘Support Donegal Animal Centre’ takes place today
by Louise Doyle PEOPLE in Donegal are being urged to come out today in a show of solidarity to the workers and rescued animals of Donegal ISPCA Animal Rehabilitation Centre amid huge uncertainty for the future. The rehabilitation centre in Ballyare, which officially opened in June 2018, has cared for thousands of animals. Advertisement The premises is closing tomorrow and […]