FROM earthquakes to northern lights, and even snow in June, Donegal has seen an array of strange phenomena over recent months. This week, however, more strange weather activity took place in the county with funnel clouds or ‘twisters’ spotted in a number of locations.
Safety key as rally fires up
THOUSANDS of motorsport enthusiasts are expected in Donegal this weekend to watch the Topaz Donegal International Rally which fires off this morning in Letterkenny.
Letterkenny bid to woo cross-border shoppers
HARD pressed retailers in Letterkenny are hoping a bold bid to woo shoppers from across the border will pay off over the coming months
Complaints against gardai now at 285
THE highest number of allegations made against gardai outside of Dublin and Cork came from Donegal the Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission (GSOC) Report for 2011 revealed.
'Wallace should resign'- Pringle
THE leader of the Dáil’s Technical Group has said beleaguered TD Mick Wallace should resign his seat after revelations his construction firm made a €2.1million settlement with Revenue.
McBrearty in line to be County Mayor
DONEGAL’S most controversial county councillor is in pole position to be the new Mayor, it emerged yesterday (Thursday).
Tragic death of Ardara man in Australia
THE body of a young Donegal man, who was killed in a car crash in Western Australia, is expected to be repatriated in the coming days.
West Donegal to suffer worst of heavy rains
GALE force winds and torrential rain are set to batter Donegal over the weekend according to Met Eireann who have issued a weather warning for the county.
Price increase for Donegal sheep farmers
THE fears of Donegal sheep farmers who saw a considerable drop in lamb prices in recent weeks have been allayed after prices recovered this week.
Freak hail shower hits Termon
RESIDENTS of Termon were shocked on Wednesday to find hailstones, up to four inches in depth in places, lying on the ground following a freak storm.