PLANNING documents have been submitted to An Coimisiún Pleanála for a major road infrastructure project in Donegal. The long-awaited Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T) includes targeted improvements on three sections of the national road network, including the proposed bridge across the River Swilly. The project will address legacy issues surrounding connectivity and the lack of infrastructure […]
Boil water notices lifted for Carrigart, Downings and Cranford
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Boil water notices on Charraig Airt – na nDúnaibh (Carrigart – Downings) and Chreamhghoirt Charraig Airt – na nDúnaibh (Cranford – Carrigart – Downings) public water supplies have been lifted with immediate effect. Uisce Éireann can confirm that, following consultation with the Health Service Executive, customers on these supplies as well as group water schemes […]
Donegal schools allocated €5.8 million under Free School Books Scheme
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SCHOOLS in Donegal have been allocated €5.8 million under the Free School Books Scheme for 2026-2027. A total of €4,276,861 is going to benefit 15,099 students at 29 post-primary schools, with €1,521,680 benefiting 19,021 pupils at 172 primary schools in Donegal. The funding, announced by the Minister for Education, Hildegarde Naughton, was welcomed by Donegal Minister […]
Bighearted Donegal people raise over €80,000 for Lewis Kelly family
A FUNDRAISER for the family young GAA star Lewis Kelly was today nearing €85,000. Donegal people left heartbroken by the sudden death of young GAA star Lewis launched the fundraiser with a target of €35,000. Some €28,000 had been raised yesterday (Thursday) but that figure soared overnight to €82,973. Advertisement Malin GAA club player Lewis […]
Donegal athletes to feature on new TG4 series
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THREE impressive Donegal athletes will feature on a new TG4 documentary series. BRÚ tells the story of four young Gaeilge-speaking amateur sportspeople, all dealing with the pressure of elite-level sport over the course of a season alongside their busy everyday lives. There’s a footballer, an athlete, a boxer and a golfer, and they all share […]
Frustration as forestry access approved while resident denied planning
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Frustrations over planning along the N56 came under the spotlight at this week’s Glenties Municipal District meeting. Cllr Brian Carr highlighted the frustration of a local resident who was refused planning permission for a home along the national road. The application was refused due to a national policy that restricts new accesses and the intensification […]
Man, 88, jailed for three years for sexual assault of children
A RAMELTON man appeared before Letterkenny Circuit Court for sentencing on Tuesday. The case was heard in-camera and the Judge made an order prohibiting publication of details that would identify the victims but did not restrict naming the defendant. The court heard how Sean Norry (88) of St Mary’s Terrace, Ramelton , sexually assaulted two […]
Former students lead tributes to Ramelton’s Brian Winston
By Paul McElwee FORMER pupils of St Colman’s High School in Strabane took to social media this week to remember Ramelton man, Brian Winston, who passed away peacefully last Thursday. Affectionately known as ‘Barney’ by pupils and known as ‘a civil being, kind and gentle’, Mr Winston was a member of the St Colman’s faculty […]
Motorists warned to beware of daylight thefts
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By Sean Murphy A DAYLIGHT robbery of a female driver when she was parked in traffic has prompted warnings for motorists to beware of callous thieves. Anyone who leaves their car windows or doors open could have expensive mobile phones or handbags stolen, it is claimed. Advertisement It follows the assault of a woman who […]
Darkness Into Light walks in Donegal this Saturday
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THE annual Darkness Into Light charity walk for Pieta will take place this Saturday, May 9. Darkness Into Light 2026, proudly supported by Electric Ireland, is Pieta’s biggest fundraiser. The 5km walk will take place at 4.15 am in locations around the country and across Donegal. The funds raised through Darkness Into Light support Pieta’s lifesaving free services to […]