The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Paddy Mongan, Letterkenny Bernadette Molloy, Letterkenny Advertisement John Hanlon, Letterkenny Patrick (Pat) O’Doherty, Dublin and Buncrana Anthony Doherty, Dungloe Bridget Devine, Lifford Martina Connors, Letterkenny Paddy Mongan, Letterkenny The death has occurred of Paddy Mongan, 61 Cashel Park, Lisnennan, Letterkenny. Mr Mongan passed away in Letterkenny University […]
Doctors renew call for Surgical Hub at LUH amid concerns over politically-motivated decision
LOCAL medical professionals campaigning for a surgical hub at Letterkenny University Hospital have expressed serious concern following confirmation from Minister Marian Harkin that her lobbying efforts secured the hub for Sligo as part of her support for the current Government. Minister Harkin confirmed on Highland Radio with Greg Hughes that the decision to site the […]
Donegal fans score with fuel savings at Northern forecourts
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By Chris Ashmore HUNDREDS of Donegal motorists got an unexpected boost to lighten the cost of their journey to Dublin to follow the county footballers on their quest for All-Ireland glory at the weekend. The gap in fuel prices between the North and the Republic has widened considerably since the start of the year. Advertisement […]
Uisce Éireann announce road closures
Uisce Éireann has advised motorists and members of the public of a road closure in Keadue. The road closure will be in place along the R-259 until Friday, August 8. It will facilitate works to replace old cast iron water mains which will ensure a more reliable water supply. Advertisement This work comes as part of […]
Taxi driver numbers fall by 18 per cent in Donegal
NEW figures from the National Transport Authority (NTA) reveal that Donegal has still not recovered its pre-Covid taxi driver numbers, as it experienced a 18 per cent drop since 2019. The figures show that despite Ireland’s population growing by 8.5 per cent from 2019 to 2024 and inbound tourism numbers rising by five per cent from 2023 to 2024, taxi driver […]
Spend on policing Donegal International Rally revealed
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by Louise Doyle AN Garda Síochána spent almost €800,000 policing the Donegal International Rally in a three-year period, we can reveal. Figures released to this newspaper through a request under the Freedom of Information Act show that the amount of money spent on policing and resourcing rally events from 2022 to 2024 has steadily increased. Advertisement A total of €793,625 […]
Pride fundraiser relocated following objections
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By Róise Collins A DONEGAL County Councillor has underlined the importance of supporting local Pride events after objections forced a last-minute change of venue for a Letterkenny Pride fundraiser scheduled for yesterday afternoon. Cllr Declan Meehan, a long-time supporter of Letterkenny Pride, emphasised the importance of maintaining Pride events in the town. Advertisement “It’s so […]
Weather: Mostly cloudy day with outbreaks of rain and drizzle
THIS morning there will be some brighter intervals, but overall it will be mostly cloudy with outbreaks of rain and drizzle. It will become drier and brighter later. Highest temperatures of 17 to 22 degrees with light to moderate winds. Advertisement Tonight will become largely dry with clear spells. Isolated showers with some fog patches […]
Deaths in Donegal, Monday, June 30
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Molly Stack, Donegal Town Patrick (Pat) O’Doherty, Dublin and Buncrana Advertisement Anthony Doherty, Dungloe Bridget Devine, Lifford Mary Boyce Ramelton John Doherty, Kerrykeel Michael O’Leary, Dublin and Carndonagh Martina Connors, Letterkenny Molly Stack, Donegal Town The death has occurred of Molly Stack (née Roe) , Donegal Town […]
Prime coastal tillage farm comes to market in Donegal for €2.75m
SAVILLS is delighted to present Ballymoney Farm, an exceptional coastal farm extending to about 157 acres in a prime position overlooking Lough Swilly, now offered for sale as a whole by private treaty, for €2.75m. Located at Burt, Co Donegal, Ballymoney Farm represents one of the finest blocks of fertile, productive tillage land in the region. […]