TWO sisters who were sexually abused by a former Donegal priest have encouraged other victims suffering in silence to “come forward and find the support you deserve”. Margaret and Paula Martin were abused by Con Cunningham when they were children. The former priest was sentenced to 15 months imprisonment in July 2021 for sexually abusing the two sisters […]
Intimidation accused suspected of involvement in serious Lifford attack
A COURT has heard that a man accused of leading a pub crawl of intimidation to issue warnings about drugs in Dungiven, is suspected to have been involved an attack in Lifford earlier this year. Charles Dooher, who is in his 20s, was left with life-threatening injuries after being attacked at his home on Coneyburrow […]
Emergency services respond to collision in Newmills
GARDAÍ and emergency services are currently at the scene of a collision at Newmills, Letterkenny. A garda spokesperson said: “As this incident is ongoing, there is no further information at this time.”
Motorists warned of traffic tailbacks on dual carriageway
by Louise Doyle MOTORISTS are being urged to leave extra time for their journey if travelling on the inbound lane of the dual carriageway in Letterkenny this evening as maintenance works continue. There were long tailbacks on Tuesday evening and yesterday as Donegal County Council carried out essential maintenance works on the N13 Dual Carriageway between the Dry […]
Emergency services at scene of collision in Newtown
Emergency services are at the scene of a collision in Newtowncunningham, close to All Saints Church. One car is off the road and a trailer is damaged. Motorists in the area can expect delays. Advertisement No further information at this time.
‘The system is broken’
By Róise Collins A much-needed childcare facility in the east of the county remains stalled more than 14 months after its planning permission was appealed to An Bord Pleanála, despite a growing childcare crisis in Donegal. The planned crèche, earmarked for the former River Club nightclub at Cloughfin, Castlefin, would cater for more than 100 […]
Weather: Mostly cloudy day with mix of rain and drizzle
TODAY will be mostly cloudy, with outbreaks of rain and drizzle. Temperatures will feel mild, with highs of 16 to 18 degrees. Tonight will be mostly cloudy, with the chance of some rain and drizzle for a time. Advertisement Lowest temperatures of 11 to 13 degrees in moderate to fresh winds, generally decreasing light to […]
The new phase of the Game Changers programme will be available from today
FROM today, free e-learning modules will be available to the Gaelic games community in Donegal addressing consent, bystander intervention, intimate image abuse and the harmful impacts of pornography, among other issues. The e-learning modules are the new phase of the Game Changer programme, a partnership between Ruhama, White Ribbon Ireland and the GAA, with the […]
€8.46m SPEAR Centre launched at ATU Letterkenny
THE new €8.46M SPEAR Centre (Semiconductor Photonics Education and Research Centre) was launched yesterday at Atlantic Technological University, Letterkenny. Supported by the PEACEPLUS Programme, SPEAR will position the North West as a hub for semiconductor and photonics innovation, driving regional economic growth and strengthening cross-border collaboration. The centre is a huge boost for the region […]
Slevin’s Pharmacy celebrate ten years at the heart of the community
THIS September marks a special milestone for Slevin’s Pharmacy, Lifford, as they proudly celebrate 10 years of serving the local community. Over the past decade, the pharmacy has become much more than a place to collect prescriptions, it has grown into a trusted hub for health advice, everyday essentials, and the warm, friendly service that […]