Person taken to hospital following four-car collision


Gardaí and emergency services are at the scene of a four-car road traffic collision on the R245 at Aughnagaddy, Ramelton, which occurred shortly before 2pm this afternoon. One person has been brought by ambulance to hospital, as a precaution. “No other injuries reported at this time,” a garda spokesperson said.  

Green light for works to property located within confines of protected structure
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PLANNING permission for the construction of an extension to an existing outbuilding on the grounds of a hospital/infirmary in Donegal has been given the green light. Applicant Dermot Mulligan lodged plans with Donegal County Council in October of this year. He sought permission for the construction of an extension to the existing outbuilding approved as additional […]

Councillor calls for traffic calming measures at West Donegal schools


A West Donegal councillor has raised concerns over road safety issues outside several local schools and has called for immediate traffic calming measures and safety works to prevent accidents. Cllr Micheál Choilm Mac Giolla Easbuig highlighted the growing issue of speeding outside Scoil Adhamhnáin in Luinnigh, situated next to Pobalscoil Ghaoth Dobhair. He said the […]

Donegal ETB allocated €1.74 million in devolved capital funding


Donegal Education and Training Board (ETB) has been allocated €1.74 million in the latest funding investment announced by the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, James Lawless. Donegal ETB’s allocation is part of an overall investment of €39 million in devolved capital funding that is being disbursed across the country’s 16 […]

Eric Roberts revealed as contestant for Dancing with the Stars


Donegal native Eric Roberts has been revealed as the sixth contestant taking to the dance floor on this season’s Dancing with the Stars on RTÉ. The Ireland AM host first gained widespread attention through his social media presence, particularly on TikTok and Instagram, where he has over 1 million followers. He has recently joined Ireland […]

Councillor criticises Minister McConalogue over ‘misleading’ DCB scheme claims


A Donegal County Councillor has strongly disagreed with Minister Charlie McConalogue’s claim of “significant progress” under the Enhanced Defective Concrete Blocks Scheme, saying the government’s narrative is “deeply misleading” and ignores the scientific and human reality facing Donegal families. Cllr Joy Beard said the Minister points to 205 completed homes as proof of success, “but […]

Cross-community conference celebrates Ulster’s ancient clans


PARTICIPANTS from Donegal, Mid Ulster and Monaghan met up in Dillon’s Hotel, for a cross-community, cross-border conference dealing with the Ulster ancient clans, and included visits to Rathmullen and Farsetmore on the outskirts of Letterkenny. The conference was organised by Ancient Clans project at the Rural Centre, Clogher, Donegal with support from PeacePlus programme, a […]

Progress made to prevent persistent Pettigo flooding


Significant progress has been made in addressing the ongoing issue of flooding in Pettigo, following repeated concerns raised by elected representatives and local residents. In September, 60 sandbags were required to protect homes and businesses when the River Termon flooded, causing serious concerns for the community. Today, in response to a Parliamentary Question submitted by […]

Council gritters to be deployed across Donegal tonight


DONEGAL County Council’s gritting service will be deployed this evening and tomorrow morning amid a drop in temperatures across Donegal. The council have confirmed that all Donegal Winter Maintenance designated gritting routes will be gritted from 8pm tonight,  Thursday, December 11 and 6am tomorrow, Friday, December 12. The designated gritting routes include: 01: National Primary […]