Donegal showcases strong and diverse group travel offering


FÁILTE Ireland, in partnership with Tourism Ireland, welcomed the UK Coach Tourism Association to Donegal to showcase the county’s strong and diverse group travel offering. The visit highlighted the quality of local attractions, food, drink and cultural experiences, as well as the collaborative approach that continues to drive tourism development in the region. As part […]

Deaths in Donegal, this evening, Sunday, February 15


The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Annie Curran, St Johnston Bernard Conaghan, Killybegs Advertisement Beryl Doherty, Malin Head Paddy Doherty, Gleneely Eamonn Doohan, Gortahork Edward (Eddie) Lynch, Linsfort, Buncrana William Gibson, Gleneely Jean Melly, Ardara Susan McGrath, Pettigo Margaret Gillespie, Kilcar and Mayo Annie Curran, St Johnston The death has occurred of Annie Curran (née Brown), Trensallagh, St. Johnston. Annie will be lovingly missed by her […]

Four males taken to LUH following Burt collision


Four males were taken to Letterkenny University Hospital following a two-vehicle collision in Burt this afternoon. A garda spokesperson told the Donegal News: “Gardaí received a report of a two-car road traffic collision at Speenoge, Burt, which occurred at around 3.15pm. “Four males were brought to Letterkenny University Hospital for treatment of injuries not believed to […]

Emergency services at scene of collision in Burt


Emergency services are currently at the scene of a crash at Burt following a collision. The road traffic collision occurred on the main N13 Letterkenny to Derry road, close to Aengus Church (Burt Chapel), within the last hour. There are no further details at this time.

Arranmore RNLI assist in early morning medical evacuation


The volunteer crew of the Arranmore RNLI responded to an early morning call for assistance at 6.50am this morning. The crew were requested by Malin Head Coast Guard to assist in a medical evacuation from the island. The casualty was transferred from the Arranmore ambulance to the lifeboat, taken to a waiting ambulance in Burtonport […]

Deaths in Donegal, Sunday, February 15


The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Eamonn Doohan, Gortahork Edward (Eddie) Lynch, Linsfort, Buncrana Advertisement William Gibson, Gleneely Jean Melly, Ardara Susan McGrath, Pettigo Margaret Gillespie, Kilcar and Mayo Eamonn Doohan, Gortahork The death has taken place at his home of Eamonn Doohan, Meenlaragh, Gortahork. Predeceased by his mother-in-law Máire Joe Diver. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his loving wife Deirdre, daughters; Shauna (Aidan) and Shannon, son Tomás, parents; Tom Rua and Kathleen, father-in-law John Diver, granddaughter Aoibhínn, sisters Mary (Ronan), Marjorie […]

Removal of protection for building on floodplains criticised 


By Seán McCarroll A FALCARRAGH councillor has spoken out against the removal of funding for houses built on floodplains. In a harsh warning this week, Minister with responsibility for the Office of Public Works, Kevin “Boxer” Moran, said houses built on floodplains in the future are to be afforded absolutely no government protection. Advertisement Cllr […]

Deaths in Doneagal, this evening, Saturday, February 14


The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Eamonn Doohan, Gortahork Edward (Eddie) Lynch, Linsfort, Buncrana Advertisement William Gibson, Gleneely Jean Melly, Ardara Susan McGrath, Pettigo Margaret Gillespie, Kilcar and Mayo Eamonn Doohan, Gortahork The death has taken place at his home of Eamonn Doohan, Meenlaragh, Gortahork. Predeceased by his mother-in-law Máire Joe Diver. Deeply […]

Smiles and style at Twin Towns Prom


Students from Ballybofey and Stranorlar enjoyed their prom, held recently in Mulroy Woods Hotel. Here’s a selection of photographs from the wonderful occasion, captured by photographer Stevie Toye.   Advertisement