A selection of photos from events around the county over the past week
Oil spill on the Letterkenny to Ramelton road
We are receiving reports that there has been an oil spill on the Letterkenny to Ramelton road. Motorists are urged to drive with care.
Milford man Ricky Simms features in new film
A NEW film featuring Milford man Ricky Simms was released in Ireland this week. Celebrating everything great this country has to offer, ‘Quintessentially Irish’ delves into Ricky’s life showcasing how he went from living on his family’s farm in Milford to becoming the world’s leading sports agent, representing the likes of Usain Bolt and Mo […]
Emergency services will not face blockades during rally weekend
by Louise Doyle AMBULANCES and other emergency services will not be prevented in the course of their line of duty during rally weekend, the latest Donegal Joint Policing Committee (JPC) has been told. Plans are underway to ensure that there will be no blockades to emergency services during the popular annual sporting event next month. Advertisement […]
Dog walkers are urged to avoid ‘extremely poisonous’ Rapeseed fields
IT is that time of year again where farmer’s fields have blossomed into pretty yellow flowers, also known as Rapeseed. Although it may be tempting to place your dog in the midst of these fields to take a scenic photo, pet owners are reminded that Rapeseed is extremely poisonous for dogs, especially in highly sensitive […]
Disruption to some water supplies in Donegal next week
Uisce Éireann has announced disruption to water supplies in various parts of County Donegal next week due to repairs and upgrades. Works are scheduled to take place from 9:30am until 3pm on Tuesday that could impact supplies to Donegal Town, Drumsrooske, Orchard Drive, Orchard Park, and the surrounding areas. In west Donegal, also on Tuesday, […]
Letterkenny DJ Conor gets booked for Electric Picnic
By Dionne Meehan LETTERKENNY DJ 666cmg (aka Conor McGranaghan) is set to make his debut at Ireland’s biggest music festival as he joins the Electric Picnic line-up for 2024. Set to perform in front of thousands in Stradbally, Co. Laois this August, the rising star said this opportunity is something he has dreamt of for […]
Bealtaine Festival to host a variety of events in Donegal this May
THE Bealtaine Festival, Ireland’s national celebration of the arts and creativity as we age, will be bursting onto the scene in Donegal this May, offering a month-long exploration of the arts for older people. This year the theme for the Bealtaine is “Lust for Life” and with over 50 events taking place across Donegal libraries, […]
Emergency services attend three vehicle collision in Letterkenny
By Dionne Meehan GARDAÍ and emergency services are currently at the scene of a three vehicle road traffic collision on the N56 at Coolboy, Letterkenny. The collision occurred shortly before 3pm this afternoon, Friday, May 3. Advertisement No serious injuries have been reported at this time.
Motorist pleads guilty to careless driving causing serious bodily harm
A Convoy man has pleaded guilty to careless driving causing serious bodily harm to another individual. Michael Slevin, with an address at Corradoey, was arraigned at Letterkenny Circuit Court this week on the charge which relates to a collision at Chestnut Road in Ballybofey on October 26th, 2022. Defence counsel, Peter Nolan, B.L. asked that […]