A MAN who swallowed suspected drugs while gardaí were carrying out a search on his person has been fined. Letterkenny District Court this week heard how gardaí were on patrol on March 3, 2024 when they observed two males acting suspiciously at Station House Hotel car park in Letterkenny. Gardaí carried out a search on […]
Scale of mental health impacts of defective crisis told
by Louise Doyle MORE than 35 per cent of people living in a defective concrete home have experienced suicidal thoughts, according to findings from groundbreaking research. The study, which surveyed 393 adults living in defective concrete homes across Ireland, reveals alarming mental health consequences for individuals affected by the crisis. Advertisement It was conducted by PhD researcher Oisin […]
PARENTING: Town Park incident shows a lack of respect
In this week’s Parenting Column, Louise Flanagan writes about a recent incident in the town park
One hospitalised following three car collision near Manor
GARDAÍ and emergency services are currently at the scene of a road traffic collision near Manorcunningham. The collision involving three vehicles occurred on the N14 at Raymoghy at approximately 2.30pm. A garda spokesperson said: “One female occupant was transferred to hospital for treatment of injuries, not believed to be life-threatening at this time. No other […]
BREAKING: Road closed following traffic collision on main Letterkenny to Lifford road
Gardaí and emergency services are in attendance at a road traffic collision outside Letterkenny this afternoon. The collision occurred on the Lifford side of the Manor roundabout on the Letterkenny to Lifford N14 road. The main road is closed and traffic diversions are in place. Advertisement Gardai, ambulances and fire personnel are attending the scene. […]
€26m for town centre projects
By Chris Ashmore LETTERKENNY is set to get a major €26 million plus face-lift that will see a number of high-profile projects being developed in the town over the next few years. Of this, €19.5m has been secured by Donegal County Council’s Regeneration and Development Team under the Urban Regeneration and Development Fund (URDF). Advertisement […]
Substantial damage caused to rowing boat
GARDAÍ are appealing for information after substantial damage was caused to a rowing boat in Dunfanaghy. The rowing boat was tipped over at Purt Lake causing substantial damage sometime between Thursday, February 20 and Thursday, March 6. A garda spokesperson said: “We appeal to anyone who may have observed any suspicious activity or vehicles (diggers etc.) […]
Excitement for Letterkenny’s St. Patrick’s Day parade
WITH just days to go until Letterkenny’s St. Patrick’s Day parade on Monday, March 17, excitement is mounting across the town. One of the largest parades in the county, this year promises to be another spectacular celebration, bringing a true festival atmosphere to Letterkenny. Organised by Letterkenny Chamber, the parade is set to showcase a […]
Hot food truck in Ballybofey damaged
GARDAÍ are investigating an incident of criminal damage in Ballybofey after a hot food truck was damaged. The incident occurred at Chesnut Road between Sunday, March 9 at 11.30pm and 8am the following morning. The owner arrived on the Monday morning to discover that the door was open and the locks had been damaged on […]
Public consultation for Glenveagh National Park development plan
A PUBLIC Consultation for Glenveagh National Park Draft Visitor Experience and Development Plan has been launched. The Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity, Christopher O’Sullivan, TD, announced the public consultation phase for the draft Visitor Experience and Development Plan for Glenveagh National Park. This Plan is being developed by the National Parks and […]