A Status Red Wind Warning was issued by Met Éireann this morning and will be in effect in Donegal from 9pm this evening until 1am Monday morning, Storm Isha will bring “very strong southwest winds with severe and damaging gusts” according to Met Éireann creating a risk of large waves along coastal paths, loose debris […]
Juveniles arrested over Rathmullan burglary released without charge
TWO juveniles that were arrested in connection with an armed robbery at a business premises in Rathmullan have been released without charge. At approximately 7pm on Thursday one male entered the premises armed with a knife and threatened staff. In a follow up search, Gardaí arrested two juveniles and recovered the money and weapon. Both […]
National Emergency Coordination Group meet ahead of Storm Isha
THE National Emergency Coordination group has met today with Met Éireann, the OPW, and local authorities including Donegal County Council, to prepare for Storm Isha which is expected to impact Ireland from 5pm. Met Éireann advised that a Status Red Wind Warning for Donegal will be in place between 9pm this evening and 1am tomorrow […]
Red wind warning issued for Donegal
MET Éireann has issued a red wind warning for Donegal due to come into effect this evening. In a statement, Met Éireann say storm Isha will bring extremely “strong” and “gusty” winds with “severe” and “destructive” gusts. This weather warning is valid from 9pm this evening and it will remain in place until Monday, January […]
Road Safety Authority urges caution ahead of Storm Isha
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) is asking road users to exercise caution while using the roads on Sunday and Monday as Met Éireann have issued an orange Weather Warning for Storm Isha. Storm Isha will bring very strong southwest to west winds with severe and damaging gusts. The warning will be in place from 5pm […]
Muireann Bradley to perform on The Late Late tonight
Donegal musician Muireann Bradley is set to perform on tonight’s Late Late Show on RTE. The Ballybofey sensation has been attracting worldwide attention following her amazing performance on Jools Holland’s Hootenanny on New Year’s Eve. Tonight’s programme will also feature Hollywood actors Jamie Dornan, Paul Mescal and Andrew Scott.
Electrical issue causes water outages
Uisce Éireann is working to restore normal water supply to homes and businesses served by the Lough Mourne Public Water Supply Scheme following an unplanned plant shut down at the Meencrumlin Water Treatment Plant due to an electrical issue. As a result, water production at the treatment plant is impacted and some customers will experience […]
Confusion over which body is responsible for checking fire hydrants
by Kate Heaney THERE is confusion over which body is responsible for checking fire hydrants in Donegal are fit for purpose, it emerged at this week’s meeting of the Letterkenny Milford Municipal District meeting. Cllr Gerry McMonagle raised the motion calling for an immediate inspection of all fire hydrants in the district to ensure they were operational. Advertisement Welcoming Fire […]
Extortionate childcare costs raised in the European Parliament
Chris MacManus, MEP for Midlands Northwest, has told the European Parliament that more must be done to make childcare affordable for Irish families. Speaking during a debate on the gendered impact of the cost-of-living crisis, MEP MacManus brought attention to the many women in Ireland who have been forced out of the workforce due to […]
Locals voice their opinions on old Letterkenny courthouse
By Dionne Meehan LOCALS were invited to voice their opinions on the future of the former Letterkenny Courthouse at a drop-in event held in the town this week. Invited by Donegal County Council, the public had the chance to get involved in developing the future plans for the old courthouse on Justice Walsh Road, as […]