WAINFEST, Donegal’s much-loved annual children’s arts and book festival, was officially launched last week at the iconic Glenveagh National Park with the inspiring theme ‘Your Voice, Your Choice’. This year’s theme places children’s perspectives at the heart of the festival, empowering them to share their ideas, opinions, and creativity in a supportive and inspiring environment. […]
Yellow weather warning for Donegal
MET Éireann have issued a status yellow rain warning for Donegal. There will be widespread rain which will be heavy at times. The likely impacts include localised flooding, difficult travelling conditions and blocked drains. The warning will be in place from tomorrow (Thursday), October 2 at 6am until Thursday, October 2 at 8pm.
Uisce Éireann working to lift Boil Water Notice on Na Gleannta-Ard an Rátha
UISCE Éireann continues to work to lift the Boil Water Notice in place for customers on the Na Gleannta-Ard an Rátha (Glenties-Ardara) Public Water Supply. Following a deterioration in the raw water quality entering the water treatment due to inclement weather conditions, the notice was issued September 15 to protect the health of customers on […]
Excitement in Donegal Town as new business announced
THERE was much excitement around Donegal Town yesterday as a new business was announced. McCafferty’s took to social media yesterday and declared that they will be opening a new venue in Donegal Town. This new business will be known as McCafferty’s on The Pier and will be ready to open its doors before Christmas party […]
Three taken to hospital following Newtowncunningham collision
THREE people were taken to hospital following a three-car collision in Newtowncunningham last night. Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of the collision which occurred in the Monglass area at around 8.15pm last night. A garda spokesperson said: “Three people were brought to Letterkenny University Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.”
HSE’s Donegal Winter Vaccination Programme commences
THE HSE winter vaccination programme is underway in Donegal with the rollout of the flu and COVID-19 vaccines. The free flu vaccine is available to recommended groups, while those aged over 60 and children 6 months and older with a weak immune system are invited for their next COVID-19 vaccine. Both vaccines will be available […]
Weather: Cloudy day with scattered outbreaks of rain and drizzle
TODAY will be cloudy with scattered outbreaks of rain and drizzle. Highest temperatures of 15 to 17 degrees. Tonight will remain cloudy with more frequent outbreaks of rain developing. Advertisement Lowest temperatures of 12 to 14 degrees.
Emergency services at scene of three vehicle collision in Newtown
GARDAÍ and emergency services are currently at the scene of a collision in Newtowncunningham. The collision, involving three vehicles, occurred in the Monglass area of the village. No further details are available at this time.
How a Donegal Gaeltacht village is powering the luxury brands
WHEN many leading fashion houses are sourcing premium yarns, Donegal Yarns based in Kilcar is on their list of suppliers. And thanks to Údarás na Gaeltachta’s continued investment, this remarkable Irish success story is going from strength to strength. In a story that reads like a modern Irish fairy tale, Snáth Dún na nGall Ltd, […]
Public Services Companion: Almost 23,000 people here eligible for free pass
A total of 22,953 people in Donegal will be able to benefit from the extension to the Free Travel Scheme for the over-70s. As of this week, those over 70 with a valid free travel Public Services Card can have another person, aged 16 or older, travel with them for free on all public and […]