A Letterkenny man has been returned for trial to Letterkenny Circuit Court on a single charge of allowing over €22,000 of criminal cash to flow through his AIB bank account. The defendant, Dylan Loughlin, with an address at Windmill View, Glencar, appeared at this week’s sitting of Letterkenny District Court where Detective Garda Gerard McCready […]
Almost 10,000 people are currently driving on a learner permit in Donegal
By Dionne Meehan PLANS to crackdown on motorists who have held provisional licenses for years have been delayed over fears of a surge in driving test applications. It comes as new figures reveal that in Donegal, 9,530 people are currently driving on a learner permit. Advertisement In June, Transport Minister Eamonn Ryan approved a plan […]
Vintners meeting told Donegal pubs will face closure without urgent VAT relief
Members of the Donegal Vintners’ Federation have raised serious concerns about the future of their industry. Publicans from across the county gathered in Cheers Bar, Ballybofey last Wednesday to discuss the devastating impact of rising operational costs, particularly the higher VAT rate, which they say is crippling small businesses in rural areas like Donegal. Publican […]
Deaths in Donegal, Thursday morning, September 26
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: -Kathleen McGLOIN (née Ferguson) West End, Bundoran, Donegal / Belcoo, Fermanagh -Rose Theresa Mc Dermott (née Cannon) Birmingham and formerly Magheroarty, Gortahork Advertisement –Rita Bradley, 35 Woodlawn, Stranorlar, formerly Rosslare, Co. Wexford – Michael Barr, 51 Brookhill, Culmore Road – John Kennedy, Ballyshannon and Leitrim – Ann […]
€12.27 million allocated to Donegal under Community Sports Facilities Fund
DONEGAL has been allocated €12,271,362 in grant allocations for sports clubs and facilities under phase two of the Community Sports Facilities Fund. Earlier this year, 45 clubs got €1,320,960 for equipment and the latest announcement means Donegal has received a total of €13,592,322 in 2024 through both phases of the programme. Welcoming the announcement, Donegal […]
Shauna Scanlon’s local roots fuel global dreams
By Tara McCormack BALLYBOFEY may be a small town, but for Shauna Scanlon, it’s a musical hub bursting with talent and inspiration. The 33-year-old musician, singer, and songwriter has been honing her craft since a young age, playing the piano and being immersed in a community rich with music. Advertisement “People who visit always comment […]
RTE’s Great Irish Interiors to feature Glenveagh Castle
By Rebecca Crockett ‘GREAT Irish Interiors’ has travelled to the hills of Donegal for a fascinating look at Glenveagh Castle in a new programme airing this Thursday at 8 pm on RTE. The programme travels around the country to follow the restoration of iconic houses and castles in the country. Advertisement Granted exclusive access to […]
Tomorrow is #LoveDonegal Day: Donegal News encourages you to help break the internet
By Tara McCormack #LOVEDONEGAL Day is fast approaching and it’s that time of year when those with a connection to Donegal, no matter where in the world they find themselves, come together to shout their love for this magical county. And while I’ve only recently become one of Donegal’s newest residents, I’m already more than ready […]
Creeslough victims’ families appeal for public inquiry into explosion
The families of seven of the victims from the Creeslough explosion have called on the Minister for Justice to establish a public inquiry into the tragic event. Their lawyer, Darragh Mackin of Phoenix Law, has written to Helen McEntee, urging the creation of an independent investigation. The explosion, which occurred in October 2022, claimed ten […]
Gardaí renew appeal for witnesses following fatal collision in Clonmany
GARDAÍ have renewed their appeal for witnesses following last Wednesday’s fatal road traffic collision near Clonmany. The collision, involving a van and a male pedestrian, occurred at Annagh on the R238, on Wednesday, September 18 at approximately 6.20pm. The pedestrian, aged in his 80s, was fatally injured. Advertisement Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses to […]