The Local Authority Waters Programme (LAWPRO), working on behalf of Ireland’s 31 local authorities to protect and restore good water quality in rivers, lakes, estuaries, ground and coastal water, is holding a community information meeting about water quality and water related issues in the Lifford-Stranorlar Municipal District. Under the River Basin Management Plan for Ireland […]
Planning lodged for new shop in Creeslough
By Dionne Meehan PLANNING permission has been sought for the development of a new shop in Creeslough. This comes after the village’s Applegreen Service Station was completely destroyed in a huge blast in 2022, where ten people tragically lost their lives. Advertisement At the start of the year, public anger erupted after Donegal County Council […]
Man sustained injury following assault in Letterkenny
A MAN sustained injuries after he reported that three men exited a car and he was assaulted by one of the men. Gardaí are investigating the alleged assault that occurred on the Ramelton Road, Letterkenny, close to the bus station, on Saturday, May 3 at approximately 4.40pm. The man reported that three men exited a silver VW and […]
BREAKING: Gardaí and emergency services at scene of RTC
Gardaí and emergency services are currently at the scene of a road traffic collision at Muff, Co. Donegal, this afternoon. Emergency services are currently at the scene. A garda spokesperson said: “There is no further information available at this time.”
New play therapy centre helps address growing anxiety in children
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By Dionne Meehan ANXIETY among children in Donegal is on the rise, fuelled by factors ranging from social media to the impact of the pandemic. Self-image issues, low self-esteem and a lack of self-worth may not be the first things we associate with children. Advertisement However, in a world overwhelmed by celebrity culture, children are […]
An Bord Pleanála refuse Rosemount Terrace development in Letterkenny
by Louise Doyle AN Bord Pleanála has refused planning permission granted by Donegal County Council for a development in Letterkenny which had prompted emergency vehicle obstruction concerns. The appeal was lodged by Rosemount Terrace resident, Marina Carlin against the decision made on October 3, 2024 by Donegal County Council to grant permission, subject to conditions, to Roisin […]
‘When service started, you could hear a pin drop’
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Local journalist in front row of Pope Francis’ funeral in Rome on Saturday
PARENTING COLUMN: Speed at which changes to Leaving Cert are being introduced is alarming
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Over 20 years on, I still have recurring nightmares about my Leaving Cert maths exam. Sometimes, I even have one of those weird dreams where you know it’s a dream but you still have to go through the motions: ‘It’s ok, Louise, it’s just a dream. You’re 41 now and Leaving Cert maths actually went […]
Iconic lighthouse described as ‘inaccessible and unwelcoming to tourists’
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By Róise Collins CONCERNS are growing among locals and tour operators about restricted access to one of Arranmore’s most iconic landmarks, the island lighthouse, which some fear is becoming increasingly unwelcoming to visitors. In recent weeks, tour bus drivers and several tourists who had hired bikes reported being turned away from the lighthouse by a […]
Junior and Young Chef Awards officially launched at Centra Coyle’s of Raphoe
The heat is on for Donegal’s young chefs, as the Junior & Young Chef Awards have officially launched. This exciting culinary competition will be a major highlight of the Donegal Festival of Food, taking place on May 24 and May 25, 2025, and is proudly sponsored by Centra. Open to aspiring chefs across the county, […]