A woman killed in a crash that claimed three lives on Tuesday was originally from Donegal. Una Bowden, and her daughters Ciara (14) and Saoirse (11) were fatally injured when their car collided with a lorry on the on the N17 in Castlegar, outside of Claremorris, Co. Mayo. In an appeal for information, Gardaí urged […]
Writer of Derry Girls may be featuring Ramelton in new sitcom
By Dionne Meehan DERRY GIRLS writer Lisa McGee is hoping to feature scenes of Donegal in her new sitcom. Despite the new show being mainly set in Northern Ireland, location scouts have been seen checking out the heritage town of Ramelton this week. Said to have “really liked” the area in and around Gamble Square, […]
Brian Carr co-opted onto Donegal County Council
The Glenties native will replace the outgoing Councillor, Marie Therese Gallagher.
Aontú selects Liam Mulligan to run in local elections
Letterkenny native Liam Mulligan is standing for the Aontú party in the forthcoming local elections. Mr Mulligan will run in the Buncrana Electoral Area. Aontú is an all-Ireland political party, launched in January 2019.
New book showcasing Donegal’s native woodlands launched
Minister for Nature, Heritage and Electoral Reform, Malcolm Noonan TD, has launched a book titled “Coillte Dúchasacha Chontae Dhún na nGall, Native Woodlands of County Donegal” at Glenveagh Visitor Centre. Written by Seán Ó Gaoithín, Foreman and Gardener at Glenveagh National Park, the book describes the significance of Donegal’s native woodlands and their context in the […]
In-lamb ewes feared stolen are found safe
SEVEN in-lamb ewes reported stolen last week have been located safe. Last week, gardaí in Letterkenny issued an appeal in relation to the suspected theft of seven in lamb ewes from the Downings area between March 9 and the following day. Gardaí have confirmed that the in lamb ewes have been located and were in fact […]
Are you going to be the 2024 Donegal Rose?
APPLICATIONS for the 2024 Rose of Tralee International Festival are now open. The Donegal Rose selection, in association with R Mc Cullagh Jewellers, takes place on April 13 in the Central Hotel in Donegal Town. To apply visit www.roseoftralee.ie. Applications are closing Tuesday, April 2.
Search for missing Strabane man stood down following discovery of body
THE search for missing Strabane man Jordan Gallagher has been stood down following the discovery of a body last night. Taking to social media last night, Community Rescue Service Western District confirmed the sad news. “CRS volunteers were deployed on a daily basis since Saturday, 2nd March, in the search for a young person believed […]
UPDATE: Council gritters will NOT be deployed tonight
Donegal County Council’s gritting service will not now be deployed this evening. Earlier today, the council said the gritting service would be in operation due to the forecasted drop in temperatures. However, pointing out that such information can change at short notice, the council have this afternoon said the gritting service won’t be needed this […]
Political representatives urged to endorse ‘The Peoples’ Document’
by Louise Doyle POLITICAL representatives from all parties in Donegal are being urged to attend a public event tomorrow night to endorse ‘The Peoples’ Document’. The document sets out what is required to achieve a full 100% redress scheme for all those with properties affected by defective concrete materials. Advertisement The 100% Redress Party has given […]