by Louise Doyle A PLANNING application lodged with Donegal County Council for the provision of student accommodation in Letterkenny has been deemed invalid. Applicant CR Renaissance Properties Ltd lodged planning permission for the provision of a purpose built student accommodation at the rear of 45 Main Street, Letterkenny. Advertisement Proposed plans comprised six one-bed studio apartment units, […]
Irish settlers’ diverse roles in Native American history unveiled by TG4 in Éire agus Na Chéad Naisiún
TG4 is proud to present Éire agus Na Chéad Naisiúin, a landmark documentary which uncovers the untold story of Irish interaction with the First Nations of North America. Filmed as a road movie across the U.S., this compelling film offers a dual perspective—examining the Irish immigrant experience through both our own lens and that of […]
Sister of Creeslough victim says family cannot heal without the truth
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By Dionne Meehan A WOMAN who lost her sister in the Creeslough explosion has said she fears her parents will die before they get any answers. Lisa Gallagher said the past three years have felt like a never-ending cycle of uncertainty. Advertisement Her younger sister Jessica was killed in her hometown in the October 2022 tragedy. […]
Weather: Dry start to the day with sunny spells
THERE will be a dry start to the day with sunny spells. Showers will spread further eastwards through the day, with the odd heavy shower possible. Drier conditions will follow by evening. Advertisement Highest temperatures of 15 to 17 degrees in light to moderate winds. Tonight will be mostly dry with clear spells and isolated […]
Student recognised for pivotal and pioneering volunteer roles
A SOON-TO-BE graduate from Donegal has made a difference for the environment and fellow students as “the driving force” behind a new volunteer-run scheme at the University of Chester. Yana Laszcziw has been praised for her care, enthusiasm and dedication in leading a team of students in setting up and running the University’s first-ever clothes […]
Young volunteers protect Donegal coastlines
OVER the past 5 months, Donegal Lifeguards and Leisure Training has proudly hosted numerous child and teen lifeguard training camp at Downings Beach. One of the many vital responsibilities of a lifeguard is ensuring that our Blue Flag beaches retain their prestigious status. Blue Flag beaches are recognised as the cleanest beaches in Ireland with […]
Arrest after man (20s) taken to hospital following assault
A man has been arrested following an incident which took place at a premises on Falcarragh Main Street yesterday morning. Gardaí received report of an incident of assault that occurred at approximately 9am on Tuesday, September 2 at a premises on the Main Street of Falcarragh. “A man aged in his 20s was conveyed to […]
Council chop down ancient oak despite residents’ pleas
DONEGAL County Council has felled a 90-year-old Sessile Oak tree in Ballyraine, despite residents’ desperate pleas. The tree, located between the entrances to Ballyraine Park and Orchard Grove, has been removed to make way for a new cycle path, which is part of the Letterkenny Active Travel Project.
Emergency services tackle blaze in St Johnston
EMERGENCY services attended the scene of a fire that occurred at a premises in St Johnston last night. Gardaí and fire crews were called to the scene around 7pm and worked through the night to bring the blaze under control. No injuries were reported. Advertisement
Weather: Wet and cloudy day ahead
TODAY will be rather cloudy and wet this morning. Scattered showers will follow with breezes too. Highest temperatures of 15 to 17 degrees. Advertisement Tonight, there will be a mix of cloudy periods and isolated showers but they should clear away later tonight. Some patchy mist forming overnight as winds fall light. Lowest temperatures of […]