TOMORROW a public meeting will take place in Dungloe to hear community concerns over a planned wind farm for the area. This follows a planning application lodged by Irish Premium Renewable Energy Ltd for a proposed development at Croaghnashallog. The site which is located 2km from the town will span a total area of over […]
Changes to how school places are allocated are ‘a step forward’
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A DONEGAL mother says changes to the timeframe for allocating places for children with additional needs starting primary school are a step forward. Aoife Dorrian was among the parents at the centre of a controversy earlier this year when families were left in limbo over the allocation of places at the Little Angels special school […]
Wedding bells ring in new era for Cathedral
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ST. EUNAN’S Cathedral in Letterkenny reopened yesterday after a major revamp and restoration project. And a new beginning for the iconic landmark will be rung in by wedding bells this weekend. Bronagh Marley and Dermot McGlynn will tie the knot in St. Eunan’s Cathedral this Saturday. Advertisement The happy couple will be the first to get married […]
Orange wind warning for Donegal
An orange wind warning has been issued for the county for tomorrow. Met Éireann has warned that, from 2pm on Friday, October 3, near-gale-force winds are expected to sweep across the county. Possible impacts of this weather will include fallen trees, damage to power lines, possible power outages and very difficult travelling conditions. The warning […]
Weather: Wet and blustery day with heavy rain
TODAY will be wet and blustery with widespread heavy rain, possibly leading to localised flooding. Winds will increase fresh to strong and gusty. Highest temperatures of 14 to 16 degrees. Advertisement Tonight, any lingering rain will clear away while long, clear spells will develop, some passing heavy showers will affect the county. Lowest temperatures of […]
Mural celebrating breastfeeding unveiled in local Primary Care Centre
National Breastfeeding Week is marked each year from October 1 to 7, it is an opportunity to discuss the importance of breastfeeding as the normal and healthy way to feed babies and young children. Parents and families across Donegal are invited to celebrate the unique connection between baby and parent, with this year’s national theme: […]
Picture special: Letterkenny celebrates opening of the Jim Lynch Community Building
THE new Jim Lynch Community Building was officially opened last Thursday, September 25. As well as facilitating public events, meetings and functions, the new facility incorporates two new state-of-the-art dressing rooms right beside the existing astroturf (4G) playing pitch which has been a huge success since it was completed in 2019. The opening event was […]
Wainfest 2025 launches at Glenveagh National Park
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 […]