Driving conditions dangerous after overnight snow


By Diarmaid Doherty Driving conditions are extremely hazardous in parts of Donegal this morning and motorists are being urged to take care on their journeys. Donegal County Council’s road gritting teams were out in force overnight, but a number of routes are proving dangerous, particularly those that have not been treated. Advertisement Another weather warning […]


Planning approved for Islamic Cultural Centre in Letterkenny


by Louise Doyle Planning permission has been granted for the construction of an Islamic Cultural Centre in Letterkenny –  despite residents voicing concerns over traffic congestion, safety and the close proximity of a holy well. Applicant Letterkenny Islamic Association Clg lodged plans with Donegal County Council in November 2023, seeking planning permission for the centre […]


Deaths in Donegal, Wednesday, November 20


The following deaths have taken place in Donegal:  Willie John Doherty, Ballyshannon David Farrell, Ballyshannon Advertisement Kathleen Chambers (née McKinney), Derry and Donegal Bridget (Bridie) Brook, Crossroads Danny Sweeney, Bunbeg George Sterritt, Dunfanaghy Breege McGee (née Moyne), Buncrana Betty Pitcher, Inver Josephine Canning, Dublin and Downings Willie John Doherty, Ballyshannon The death has occurred of […]


Road works commence on the R259 Dungloe to Burtonport


ESSENTIAL road works will begin on the R259 Dungloe – Burtonport road at Lackenagh today. There will be a stop/go traffic management system in place for the duration of the works which will be carried out over two days. Traffic management will be in place from 8am to 5pm on both days. Advertisement The exact […]


Yellow snow and ice warning for Donegal extended


A YELLOW snow and ice warning for Donegal has been extended until 11am today. Possible impacts of this weather may include poor visibility and difficult travel conditions. Meanwhile, a yellow low temperature/ice warning for Ireland will come into effect at 8pm tonight. Advertisement Temperatures are set to plummet as low as -3 today and into […]


Weather: Very cold and wintry day ahead


THIS morning will be very cold with outbreaks of rain gradually turning to sleet and possibly snow over higher ground. Sunny and dry spells will develop this afternoon with highest temperature of 3 to 6 degrees in a chilly breeze. Tonight will be mostly dry with clear spells. Advertisement A few showers will drift in […]