DONEGAL County Council is putting the foot down on the sale of vehicles on the side of public roads and in lay-byes. The sight of vehicles with a ‘for sale’ sign slapped on their windscreens has become increasingly noticeable in some parts of the county in recent times. The issue was highlighted at this week’s […]
Witnesses sought following serious injury traffic collision in Letterkenny
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a serious injury road traffic collision in Letterkenny yesterday. Shortly after 3pm, Gardaí and emergency services were alerted to a collision involving a pedestrian and a lorry at Station Roundabout, Port Road. The pedestrian, an adult female (40s), was taken to Letterkenny University Hospital for treatment of serious injuries. […]
Port Road in Letterkenny reopens following collision
The Port Road in Letterkeny has reopened following yesterday’s road traffic collision. A woman was taken to hospital with serious injuries after she was struck by a lorry at the Station Roundabout yesterday afternoon. Gardaí and emergency services were alerted to the collision shortly after 3pm involving a pedestrian and lorry at Station Roundabout, Port […]
Defective blocks: Review of Remediation Scheme expected in June
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by Chris Ashmore DONEGAL County Council is calling on the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage to ensure that any review of the Enhanced Defective Concrete Blocks Remediation Scheme is carried out in consultation with Donegal County Council and homeowner representatives. This follows a motion on the subject tabled by Councillor Joy Beard at […]
In Pics: Elaine McGlinchey Memorial Tractor and Lorry Run
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There was a wonderful turn-out for the annual Elaine McGlinchey Memorial Tractor and Lorry Run which took place in Castlefin last weekend. Always well supported, the funds raised on the day go to Donaghmore National School. Photographer Clive Wasson was there to capture some lovely pics.
Reaching new heights – and all for a good cause
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By Paddy Walsh Charity fundraiser and adventurer, John Wilkie, yesterday undertook a few laps of the Letterkenny Town Park on Good Friday. Small fry for the local man who is a daily walker and has climbed Errigal Mountain on over 80 occasions. Advertisement But there’ll be nothing small about his task in early May – […]
Build Trap announce powerful EP launch at the Balor Arts Centre
By Connie Duffy A WAVE of fresh energy is set to surge through Donegal’s live music scene this April, as rising alt-rock outfit Build Trap prepare to launch their debut EP ‘We Are Not Bad People’ with a highly anticipated live show at the Balor Arts Centre in Ballybofey. Taking place this coming Saturday, April 4 […]
Harps earn valuable point against league leaders Cork City
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Finn Harps . . . 0 Cork City . . . 0 Finn Harps earned an impressive draw against high-flying Cork City on a night when Kevin McHugh’s team produced another fine performance at Finn Park. Advertisement The league leaders were the better side over the 90 minutes, but were unable to take the chances […]
Fresh Take: Garda classroom lessons on social media dangers can only be a positive step
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The online world has become so woven into the lives of teenagers that many of the old conversations about safety no longer go far enough. These days, questions are not just about where they’re going, who they’re with or what time they’ll be home. They also involve what is happening on a phone, what’s being […]
Motorists urged to travel with care following collision close to Kilross Junction
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Motorists travelling in the area of the Twin Towns are urged to take care this evening following a single vehicle road collision near Stranorlar. A car, travelling from the Stranorlar direction, left the road shortly before the Kilross Junction. The incident happened at around 7.10pm this evening and road users are urged to approach that […]