UISCE Éireann will commence essential water main replacement works on Letterkenny’s Main Street next week, as part of ongoing efforts to upgrade and future‑proof the town’s water network. The works will take place overnight from 7pm to 7am, Monday to Thursday, to minimise disruption to homes, businesses and road users. This project will see the replacement […]
Crime prevention talk in Termon this evening
A CRIME prevention talk will take place this evening in Termon. The talk will be given by Divisional Crime Prevention Officer, Sergeant Fergus McGroary, and takes place in Termon GAA Clubhouse at 7.30pm. The event comes as gardaí are warning the public in relation to recent attempted fraud incidents where the scammer(s) are once again impersonating members […]
Month’s mind Mass for publican Stephen McCahill to take place
THE month’s mind Mass for murdered Ardara publican and community stalwart Stephen McCahill will take place later this month. Mr McCahill (65), a father-of-two, who co-owed the Corner House pub in Ardara, died following a violent attack at his home at Beagh in the early hours of Monday, January 5. Michael Maloney, 32, of Loughross […]
Weather: Cloudy day with patchy rain and drizzle
THIS morning will be cloudy with patchy rain and drizzle. It will become wet and windy this afternoon as rain spreads from the south. Highest temperatures of 5 to 8 degrees in fresh to strong and gusty winds. Advertisement There will be a risk of flooding in places due to a combination of already saturated […]
Deaths in Donegal, Thursday morning, February 5
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Joe McDaid, Letterkenny Kathleen (Kay) Crocock, Sligo and Bundoran Advertisement Nora Cassidy, Teelin Dr Patrick Joseph (Joe) Mulholland, Dublin and Stranorlar Adam Patrick McDonnell, Convoy Tina Gallagher, Burnfoot and Newtowncunningham Joe McDaid, Letterkenny The death has occurred of Joe McDaid, 33 Beechwood Road, Letterkenny. Mr McDaid passed […]
Scam callers target Donegal pensioner
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A DONEGAL pensioner has spoken out about how he almost fell victim to a convincing scam that could have given fraudsters full access to his bank details and mobile phone. Eamonn Mc Donnell (79) received a call from people purporting to be from a leading telecommunications provider. Coincidentally, the call came after he himself had complained […]
From shed to success: Local musician’s whistles go global
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LETTERKENNY’S Callum Parke is changing the tune of what a normal working week looks like by making and selling whistles from his shed. Growing up, the Newmills native immersed himself in music, with rock n’ roll a particular guilty pleasure. From playing the guitar to mastering the tin whistle, it wasn’t until four years ago […]
Uisce Éireann restores full supply to customers in Buncrana
UISCE Éireann’s leak detection crews have successfully located the significant leak that had been impacting supply in the Keelogs and Druminor areas of Buncrana. The leak was identified earlier today following extensive investigations, and repair works have since been completed. As a result, water supply has now returned to customers across the affected areas. Advertisement […]
Widespread sadness following the death of Adrian McHugh
THERE has been deep sadness following the death on Friday of Adrian McHugh of Stramartin, Derrybeg and Galway. He passed away at Letterkenny University Hospital following a short illness. Aged 55 years, he was a son of Sheila (née Curran) and the late Tony McHugh. Widely known and warmly regarded, Adrian was described as ‘one […]
Deaths in Donegal, Wednesday evening, February 4
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Joe McDaid, Letterkenny Kathleen (Kay) Crocock, Sligo and Bundoran Advertisement Nora Cassidy, Teelin Dr Patrick Joseph (Joe) Mulholland, Dublin and Stranorlar Adam Patrick McDonnell, Convoy Tina Gallagher, Burnfoot and Newtowncunningham Joe McDaid, Letterkenny The death has occurred of Joe McDaid, 33 Beechwood Road, Letterkenny. Mr McDaid passed […]