LETTERKENNY man Tom Giblin is bringing Christmas to life as he prepares to open his live animal nativity stable this week. Ahead of the fundraiser launching on Friday, December 5, at 6 pm in Lisnennan, gardaí have issued advice, noting that the popular charity event attracts large crowds each year. “We ask motorists to be aware […]
Letterkenny gardaí raise funds through successful Movember challenge
A NUMBER of garda members from the Letterkenny Garda Station raised an outstanding €2,237 by participating in Movember last month. The challenge saw the group raise awareness, and funds, for men’s health including prostate and testicular cancer, and mental health. The local garda members took part in the challenge as part of the Frontline Mo-Bros […]
Gardaí warn of scam callers posing as broadband company
GARDAÍ in Donegal have issued a warning after multiple reports of scam calls claiming to be from a well-known broadband company. During the call, the caller explains that the internet speed has been very slow recently and that the recipient of the call will be compensated by the company. In one of the instances, the […]
Uisce Éireann advises of planned outage in Carraig Airt to facilitate water main repair
UISCE Éireann wishes to advise of a planned water outage which may impact some customers in Carraig Airt and surrounding areas tomorrow. The outage is necessary to facilitate essential water main repair works in the area. Customers in Carraig Airt town and surrounding areas may experience some disruption to their supply on Wednesday, December 3 […]
Donegal to host Derry in McKenna Cup at O’Donnell Park
DONEGAL will have their first competitive outing of the new 2026 campaign when they host Derry in the opening round of the Dr McKenna Cup on Sunday, January 4. The match will be played at O’Donnell Park in Letterkenny at 1.30pm. It’s part of a busy weekend of fixtures with the competition starting on Friday […]
PICTURE SPECIAL: Headmasters Salon reopens its doors on Oliver Plunkett Road
A well-loved name has returned to Oliver Plunkett Road in Letterkenny, as Headmasters Salon welcomes customers old and new following its official reopening on Sunday afternoon. The salon, long regarded as a staple of the local community, is beginning an exciting new chapter under a dedicated team who say they are honoured to continue the […]
Gardaí investigate hit and run at Letterkenny roundabout
Gardaí are investigating a hit and run at the roundabout on the Kilmacrennan Road in Letterkenny. The two car collision involving a white Audi and silver Toyota Vitz took place shortly before 7.30pm on Sunday, November 30. The driver of the Toyota did not remain at the scene. Advertisement “Both vehicles were travelling from Letterkenny […]
Gardaí appeal for witnesses after pedestrian struck by car in Letterkenny
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses or dash-cam footage in connection with a road traffic collision on the L1114 road at Oldtown, Letterkenny yesterday afternoon. The collision involving a car and a pedestrian occurred at approximately 4.50pm. “The pedestrian was taken to Letterkenny University Hospital to receive medical attention. Advertisement “No life threatening injuries are believed […]
Gardaí appeal for witnesses after car stolen in Ballybofey
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses in connection with a number of incidents that occurred in the area of the Beeches, Ballybofey on Wednesday, November 26 at approximately 11.30pm. “A red Peugeot is believed to have entered the estate around that time. Two men got out and caused damage to the door of an apartment in […]
Identification numbers for beaches ‘could save lives’
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By Chris Ashmore A SPECIAL individual identification number – or code – for every beach and pier, not just in Donegal but all over the country, could help to save lives – that’s the view of a Donegal councillor who was fortunate to be rescued after getting into difficulty in the sea in the summer. […]