A geologist has told a murder trial that she used Google Street View to help identify the possible source of a bloodied rock that was allegedly used to fracture a pensioner’s skull before his body went over the cliffs at Sliabh Liag in Donegal. Dr Sophie O’Connor told the court that a rock, which showed […]
Lifford gym hosts charity event for assault victim
By Paul McElwee THE Railway Gym in Lifford is ‘spinning’ into action tomorrow with a fundraising event to support the family of Charles Dooher, a young man left fighting for his life following a brutal assault. Two weeks ago, Charles and his father were attacked at their home on Conneyburrow Road in Lifford by five […]
Donegal dominates nominations at Outsider Awards 2024
The countdown is on to the announcement of the winners of the Outsider People of the Year Awards (2024). Outsider.ie announces a list of more then 90 nominees for its annual People of the Year Awards. These awards celebrate ordinary, yet extraordinary, people that have achieved amazing feats on the Irish outdoor and adventure scene […]
Deep sadness following passing of Odhrán O’Donnell, Churchill
THERE is much sadness in Churchill and in Letterkenny today at the news of the passing of Odhrán O’Donnell, Cruckraw, Churchill. He died peacefully at his late residence on Thursday, surrounded by his loving family. Odhran, a much loved and hugely popular member of the community, had been in ill-health in recent times. Advertisement He […]
Speed reduction on rural roads takes effect today
The speed limit on rural, local roads will change from 80 km/h to 60 km/h today. Rural, local roads primarily serve local traffic and connect our rural communities. These roads are designated with an ‘L’ followed by a number, or do not have a number. Reducing speed limits is part of the Government’s Road Safety […]
Loving, caring and gentle Enya is laid to rest
By Dionne Meehan THIRTEEN-year-old Enya Maria Celia McMurrough was remembered for being immensely loving, caring and gentle at her requiem Mass yeserday. Miss McMurrough, of Ardsbeg, Gortahork passed away unexpectedly in Crumlin Children’s Hospital on Saturday, February 1. Advertisement As hundreds gathered in Teach Pobail Chríost Rí to say their final goodbyes, Fr Seán O’Gallchóir […]
Brother of murder accused was concerned sister off meds
The brother of a woman accused of murdering a pensioner whose body went over Ireland’s highest cliffs has told the Central Criminal Court that he was concerned that his sister was not taking her medication and appeared to be drinking during the day in the lead up to the alleged offence. Alan Vial (39) of […]
Primary Care Centre to be built in Dungloe
A new primary care centre is to be built in Dungloe. The HSE is to seek expressions of interest this year from developers. The news was confirmed to Donegal TD and Sinn Féin’s Spokesperson for Finance Deputy Pearse Doherty in a response to him by the HSE. Advertisement Speaking today, Deputy Doherty said: “It is […]
€50,000 zebra crossing in Raphoe
THE provision of a new zebra crossing in Raphoe is expected to cost Donegal County Council up to €50,000. Works are now almost completed on the provision of the crossing which also has a “raised table” to help slow traffic. While the cost may raise a few eyebrows, it reflects the ever increasing demands on […]
Price of a national stamp to increase 25c
THE price of a national stamp will increase 25c from €1.40 to €1.65 at the end of this month, An Post has announced. The price hike comes into effect on Thursday, February 27 for personal customers and March 1 for business users in line with global trends and below the EU14 + UK benchmark of €1.88 for […]