The wars in the Middle East and Ukraine will end. But the war on the unborn babies in Ireland – the Land of Saints and Scholars -will go on forever unless it is stopped. Over 70,000 have been executed, paid for by taxpayers’ money, in our hospitals. It’s money that could have been spent on […]
Woman taken to hospital after being hit by lorry in Letterkenny
A woman has been taken to hospital with serious injuries after she was struck by a lorry in Letterkenny this afternoon. A garda spokesperson told the Donegal News: “Shortly after 3pm, on Friday 3rd April 2026, gardaí and emergency services were alerted to a collision involving a pedestrian and lorry at Station Roundabout, Port Road, […]
Footpath frustrations raised at council
A TWIN Towns councillor has expressed his frustration with the time it is taking to get two short stretches of footpaths built in Ballybofey and Killygordon. According to Cllr Patrick McGowan a section of footpath was built in Sessiaghoneill some 15 years ago, but it needs to be linked in with other pavements in the area, […]
Gardaí at scene of road traffic collision in Letterkenny
Gardaí are currently at the scene of a road traffic collision in the area of the Station Roundabout, Letterkenny. People are being asked to avoid the area if possible by taking an alternative route. “Delays are to be expected. Diversions may be put in place,” said a garda spokesperson.
Council passes vote of no confidence in Bord Bia chairman
By Chris Ashmore DONEGAL County Council has passed a vote of no confidence in the Chairman of Bord Bia, Larry Murrin. This follows a motion introduced by Cllr Michael McBride at the March plenary meeting of the local authority. Advertisement Mr Murrin, who is also Chief Executive of Dawn Farms, has been the subject of […]
From Donegal, for Donegal: Local people working to protect water quality
FROM winding country roads to coastal routes and hilltop villages, Uisce Éireann’s sampling vans have become part of the Donegal landscape. Behind them is a proud, homegrown team carrying out vital work to protect the county’s water and environment. Based at the Goldrum Water Treatment Plant, the Donegal sampling team consists of Sampling Officers Michael […]
Pothole repairs: Call for council to use bitmac
by Chris Ashmore CALLS have been made for Donegal County Council to use bitmac rather than wet mix materials in some cases when it comes to filling potholes on roads around the county. Raising the issue at a plenary meeting of the local authority, Cllr Martin Scanlon questioned the current policy when it comes to […]
Creeslough investigation: Supplementary file submitted to Office of DPP
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GARDAÍ investigating the fatal explosion at a building complex in Creeslough have submitted a supplementary file to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions. The supplementary file is in addition to the primary file submitted to the Office of the DPP in September 2025. The supplementary file includes formal recommendations from An Garda Síochána. […]
McGinley Coach Travel doubles daily Donegal-Dublin frequency
MCGINLEY Coach Travel Company announces a major expansion of its popular routes to Dublin. Donegal travellers are set for more choice and flexibility as over 40 extra departures per week to the existing timetable will boost the local economy. From Tuesday, April 7, the Gortahork based company will introduce four new daily departures on its […]
Celebrations as Foy & Company mark 30 years in Letterkenny
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Foy & Company, one of the north west’s most recognised names in paint and furniture, is proudly celebrating two major milestones this year – 45 years in business and 30 years serving the Letterkenny community. The company’s story began in Ballybofey in 1986, when the late Liam Foy, alongside his wife Ann Foy, first opened […]