ELEVEN Donegal drivers were arrested on suspicion of alcohol or drug driving related offences as part of a Garda Roads Policing Operation which took place throughout the Easter Bank Holiday Weekend. Throughout the weekend, Gardaí were conducting both statutory Mandatory Intoxicant Testing (MIT) and regular, high-visibility policing checkpoints. A number of drivers were also detected […]
Ifac advises Donegal farmers to act now as fuel costs surge following global oil shock
Ifac, one of Ireland’s top ten accountancy and advisory firms, is advising Donegal farmers across Ireland to take immediate steps to manage rising fuel and input costs, as global oil prices surge following recent geopolitical developments in the Middle East. Oil prices have risen sharply in recent weeks, with Brendt crude surpassing $100 per barrel after disruption […]
Two quads stolen from Bruckless business
GARDAÍ are investigating a burglary where two quads were stolen from a business premises in Bruckless. A red Honda 500 (2018) and a 2026 red Honda 520 automatic (with bear claw tyres) were stolen from the property in Ballywogs at approximately 2.35am on Tuesday, March 31. The Honda 500 was recovered following a search of […]
Charles Dooher investigation: Man (50s) arrested
Gardaí have arrested a man in connection with the investigation into the attempted murder of Charles Dooher in Lifford on January 20, 2025. The man, aged in his 50s, was arrested on Sunday, April 5 and detained at a Garda Station in the North Western Region under section 50 of the Criminal Justice Act, 2007. […]
Septic tanks failing to meet required standards
by Chris Ashmore MORE than two thirds of septic tanks inspected by Donegal County Council last year failed to meet the required standards. The Council completed 126 full inspections and 32 follow-up verification inspections on septic tanks in 2025. The failure rate was 67 per cent with the main causes being defective tanks and percolation […]
Gardaí seek witnesses after van abandoned in Burnfoot crash
GARDAÍ are appealing for information following a single vehicle road traffic collision in Burnfoot on Saturday evening. A red VW van was crashed and abandoned partially blocking the road at Elaghbeg, shortly before 5.30pm on April 4. Three young males reportedly left the van on foot. Advertisement “We appeal to any witnesses to this collision to […]
Arranmore charity campaigner to be laid to rest on Thursday
AN Arranmore charity campaigner whose swimming fundraisers earned him worldwide esteem will be laid to rest on Thursday. Paddy Ann Conaghan (85) died in Beaumont Hospital. His remains arrived home to his beloved Arranmore Island yesterday. Mr Conaghan’s funeral will take place on Thursday, however, the time is yet to be confirmed. Advertisement Rosary took place last night and […]
Council hears call for more investment in piers and harbours
by Chris Ashmore COUNCILLORS have backed a motion calling for greater investment in piers and harbours around the county, with a view to improving facilities for both the fishing sector and leisuretourism related users. In response to a motion on the matter, Councillor Ali Farren was informed that the Council “will continue to investigate and pursue […]
Bake Bread for Peace event in Falcarragh
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Members of the local community are invited along to a Bake Bread for Peace event which is being organised as part of Social Inclusion week at Ionad Garradh Cholmcille in Falcarragh on Monday, April 13. Taking place between 11am-1pm, storyteller Sharon Dickson will join Breezy Kelly to host a morning sharing bread, scones, poems, stories […]
In pictures: Autism Family Support Group Easter Fair
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The Letterkenny Autism Family Support Group hosted a very successful Easter Fair on Saturday in Cara House, in association with North West 10k Charity Run and Walk. The Fair was held to celebrate World Autism Day with all proceeds going towards the three charities who will benefit from this year’s North West 10k which takes […]