By Róise Collins A VIRTUAL power plant has begun operating at the former army barracks in Lifford, offering energy resilience to Donegal County Council’s headquarters. The €1.5 million pilot initiative, funded under Interreg, works by connecting multiple small energy systems and operating them as a utility-scale power station to balance electricity demand and production locally. […]
Victor Fisher: A man of faith, family and community
by Louise Doyle VICTOR Fisher was remembered as a man of faith, a family man and a dedicated community stalwart at his funeral Mass yesterday. A very well-known and hugely respected member of the community, Victor died at his home on Friday, aged 85. Advertisement In a fitting tribute, Letterkenny Rovers formed a guard of honour outside St […]
Yellow rain warning issued for Donegal
A YELLOW rain warning remains in place for Donegal until 5pm today. There will be further heavy showers or longer spells of rain. Possible impacts of this weather include difficult travelling conditions, poor visability and localised flooding.
Weather: Windy day with widespread showers
TODAY will be windy with widespread showers or longer spells of rain. The rain will be heavy at times, with spot flooding possible and the chance of thunder. Highest temperatures of 13 to 16 degrees in fresh to strong and gusty winds, reaching gale force at times along coasts. Advertisement Tonight there will be widespread […]
Deaths in Donegal, Sunday evening, September 14
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Maurice Friel, Gaoth Dobhair Kevin Francis DeBurca, Killybegs and London Advertisement Pauline Comerford, Co. Laois, Co. Kildare and Creeslough Josephine Lally, Rathmullan John Harkin, Bridgend Maurice Friel, Gaoth Dobhair The death has taken place at Letterkenny University Hospital of Maurice Friel, Meenderrygamph, Gaoth Dobhair. Predeceased by his […]
Culture Night ’25: A celebration of arts, heritage and community
Donegal County Council Culture Division presents its 17th annual programme of events for Culture Night, the all-island public event that celebrates culture, creativity, and the arts. Taking place on Friday, September 19, , Culture Night is “One Night For All” with events taking place across the county. Commenting on this year’s event, Donegal County Council […]
Gaoth Dobhair paired with Kilcar in quarter-final draw
The draws were made this evening in O’Donnell Park.
Termon shock champions St. Eunan’s in thriller
Termon . . . 1-16 St Eunan’s . . . 0-18 (After extra-time) Advertisement Termon produced a famous victory to shock St. Eunan’s and send the reigning champions crashing out of the Donegal Senior Championship on Saturday evening. Caolan McDaid’s side won by the narrowest of margins in a game that went all the way […]
Tributes paid following passing of Victor Fisher
By Diarmaid Doherty THE funeral will take place at St. Eunan’s Cathedral on Sunday afternoon of Victor Fisher whose death has prompted a sense of deep sadness among his many friends. A very known and hugely respected member of the community, Victor died at his home on Friday, aged 85. Advertisement Born in Ramelton, Victor […]
Creeslough investigation: Man released without charge
A man, aged in his 40s, who was arrested yesterday (Friday) as part of the investigation into the fatal explosion at a building complex in Creeslough, has been released without charge. In a statement this morning, Gardai say a file will be prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions. Ten people lost their lives in […]