By Dionne Meehan A UKRAINIAN family living in Ramelton are fearing for their future after they received an eviction notice last week. This comes after up to 80 Ukrainian refugees living in the heritage town were asked to vacate their accommodation by December 11. Advertisement As the Department of Equality and Integration continue to end […]
Motorists urged to avoid Lough Salt Road due to poor driving conditions
Motorists have been asked to avoid driving on the Lough Salt Road between Kilmacrennan and Glen. Donegal County Council issued the road alert earlier this morning due to very poor driving conditions on the road.
Donegal County Council named Local Authority of the Year 2024
DONEGAL County Council was named Local Authority of the Year at the Chambers Ireland Excellence in Local Government Awards which took place yesterday evening, Thursday, November 21. The 21st annual awards ceremony was held in association with the Department of Housing, Local Government & Heritage, sponsored by Orsted, showcasing and celebrating the best of Local […]
Storm Bert to hit Ireland this weekend
THIS weekend, storm Bert will move close to Ireland, displacing the recent cold Arctic air mass. Very strong winds and heavy rain will track north-eastwards over the country tonight and tomorrow morning, Saturday. Storm Bert will continue to dominate through the weekend and into early next week and further weather warnings can be expected.
Man arrested in connection with Creeslough explosion released without charge
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 […]