No emergency accommodation was activated during Storm Bram in December, Donegal County Council has said. The Status Orange Wind warning storm brought very strong winds and heavy rain, leaving households across the county without power and forcing a large number of schools to close. Donegal County Council had activated their Severe Weather Assessment Team on the […]
Record €9.2 million boost for Letterkenny economy through ShopLK in 2025
LETTERKENNY’S shop local initiative, ShopLK, has recorded another exceptional year, marking its 21st consecutive year of growth. In 2025, annual sales of ShopLK Gift Cards reached an unprecedented €9,246,175, representing an increase of €2.2 million on the previous year. After more than two decades in operation, ShopLK continues to hold its position as Ireland’s top-selling […]
Deaths in Donegal, this evening, Friday, January 16
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Mary Ellen Johnston, Convoy Advertisement Anne Doohan, Broomall and Termon Ann Doherty, Clonmany Elizabeth (Betty) Hay, Ards, Creeslough Sean Whyte, Cork and Donegal William (Bill) Sheridan, Galway and Creeslough Denise Egan-Dore, Limerick and Ardara Elish McGinley, Brighton and formerly of Loughmult, Bruckless Liam Roarty, Stranorlar Caroline McGinley, New York, and formerly Gaoth Dobhair Edward McGettigan, Kilmcrennan […]
Council asked to consider average speed cameras to reduce speeding
by Chris Ashmore THE installation of what are known as “average speed cameras” could have a major impact on reducing speeding through the centre of Kilmacrennan – that’s the view of Councillor Michael McBride. The crossroads in the heart of the village is widely regarded as one of the most dangerous in the county, and according […]
Donegal delight: Bus driver wins iRadio’s cash machine
A Donegal man has banked €100,000 from iRadio’s Cash Machine. Patrick Bradley got the surprise of his life when he was called earlier by radio presenter Barry Dunne. Patrick, who works for Dublin Bus, was in Hollywood outside Blessington when he took the call from DJ Dunne, but he was quick to tell the presenter […]
Islander Bridget to give 100th birthday donations to charity
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FAMILY and friends from around the world will gather on Arranmore this weekend to celebrate Bridget Ward’s remarkable 100th birthday. The party, hosted at Ionad an Chrois Bhealaigh, the island’s community centre, will welcome guests from Canada, the United States, Scotland, the Isle of Wight, Spain and the mainland. The centenarian, known for her sharp […]
Weather alert: Freezing rain forecast for Donegal
WITH the ongoing drop in temperatures showing no sign of improvement, a new weather alert, this time for freezing rain, has been issued for Donegal. Donegal County Council is advising of a potential weather alert with the possibility of freezing rain from 8am on Saturday, January 17. The council is warning that roads could potentially […]
Overnight water restrictions to be imposed for large area of East Donegal
HOUSEHOLDERS and businesses in a wide area of East Donegal are to be hit with overnight water restrictions amid calls for people to make efforts to conserve water. Customers supplied by the main reservoir in Lough Mourne and Corradooey Reservoir in the Twin Towns, Crossroads, Convoy, Lifford and Rossgier areas may experience low pressure or […]
HIQA inspection report for Donegal welcomed by Tusla
TUSLA – Child and Family Agency has welcomed the latest HIQA inspection report for the Donegal service area. This HIQA inspection monitored compliance with the National Standards for the Protection and Welfare of Children. HIQA assessed against five standards and found the Donegal service area to be compliant with two standards, and substantially compliant with […]
Planners seek further information on proposed changes to Letterkenny shop
PLANNERS have sought further information on proposed plans for a a development at one of Letterkenny’s most loved shops. Anthony Delap lodged plans in November last, seeking permission for a number of changes to Clarke’s Newsagent on Lower Main Street. Advertisement The proposed plans comprise the demolition of an existing two-storey section to the rear of […]