By Dionne Meehan A TEENAGER, who lost his life in a collision in Donegal, was remembered for his kind and generous nature at his Requiem Mass on Thursday. Kian Dawson-Kirk (16) was fatally injured in a single-vehicle collision at Cross, Quigley’s Point, on Saturday, August 24 at 11.15pm. The collision also claimed the life of […]
Second person dies following weekend collision
A second male, aged in his 20s, injured in a collision at Quigley’s Point at the weekend, has sadly died this afternoon.
Road closure on R250 in Letterkenny due to traffic collision
Motorists in Letterkenny are advised to take note of a significant road closure on the R250. The road is currently closed between Kernans Spar at Lower Main Street and O’Donnell Park following a road traffic collision. Local authorities are urging drivers to use alternative routes and avoid the area until further notice. Advertisement This closure […]
Donegal faces heavy rain as Met Éireann confirm Yellow weather warning
Met Éireann has revised the weather warning for Donegal, now scheduling the Status Yellow rain warning to begin at 10pm this evening instead of the previously anticipated 3pm. This updated warning also extends to Clare, Cork, Kerry, Galway, Leitrim, Mayo, and Sligo. It will be in effect until 10am tomorrow morning, forecasting heavy and persistent […]
Road closure on N56 at Inver Bridge until further notice
Donegal County Council has issued a road alert due to the closure of the N56 at Inver Bridge following a road traffic accident. The road is closed immediately and will remain so until the situation is resolved and the road is deemed safe for use. All regular vehicles will be diverted from the N56 onto […]
Teenager killed in Donegal collision named
The two young Derry people killed and critically injured in a double tragedy in Donegal at the weekend were cousins
Redress party looking to contest General Election
THE 100% Redress Party have called on affected home owners and local people to help them establish party cumanns across the county.
Gardaí appeal for witnesses after Donegal roads see tragic weekend
Gardaí are calling on witnesses following a serious traffic collision that took place yesterday morning near Inver. The incident, involving two vehicles, occurred shortly before 9 am on the N56. An elderly woman in her 80s was transported to Sligo University Hospital with serious injuries. Advertisement Additionally, a man in his 50s and a woman […]
Farm sheds destroyed in late-night blaze in Raphoe
A fire caused extensive damage to farm sheds in the Whitecross area of Raphoe, East Donegal, late last night. The blaze erupted shortly after 8 PM, quickly spreading through the premises. Multiple fire service units from both sides of the border were deployed to the scene, battling the flames for several hours before finally bringing […]
HSE confirm new GP appointed to Ardara Health Centre
The HSE has announced the successful recruitment of Dr. Charles McManus as the new GP for Ardara Health Centre. Dr. McManus is set to officially begin his role tomorrow, taking over from Dr. Mireille Sweeney, who retires today. To ensure a smooth transition, the surgery will be closed tomorrow to accommodate the handover process. Advertisement […]