By Paul McElwee AN investigation is now underway following reports of raw sewage accumulating in the river beneath Lifford Bridge. The shocking accounts, which describes the spillage as a constant nuisance for anglers as well as a threat to local wildlife, surfaced this week after a concerned angler shared a video of the scene. Advertisement The […]
Uisce Éireann appeals to customers in Ramelton, Milford and Kerrykeel to conserve water
UISCE Éireann is appealing to customers in Ramelton, Milford and Kerrykeel to continue efforts to conserve water and protect supply. The recent dry weather conditions in these areas have resulted in low lake levels at Milford, the area’s water source. As a result, customers are being asked to be mindful of their usage, allow supply […]
Weather: Another dry and sunny day with highs of 21 degrees
Today will be another dry and sunny day. Temperatures will be warm with highs ranging from 17 to 21 degrees. Tonight will be mostly dry and clear, with some patches of mist and fog. Advertisement Lowest temperatures of 2 to 6 degrees.
Councillor condemns the dumping of barbecues on Muckish Mountain
By Dionne Meehan A LOCAL councillor has slammed the dumping of two disposable barbecues on Muckish Mountain, calling it “complete madness”. The incident comes after a weekend where emergency services tackled two wildfires in the county — one at Barnesmore Gap in the Bluestack Mountains, and another at Knockalla on the Fanad Peninsula. Advertisement With […]
Call for council to meet families over Creeslough plans
by Chris Ashmore A LOCAL councillor believes that Donegal County Council needs to arrange a meeting with the families who lost loved ones in the Creeslough tragedy in relation to the controversial plans to build a new filling station on the site of the explosion in the village. Speaking at the April meeting of Letterkenny-Milford Municipal […]
More heartache for Ballymacool residents as council scraps plans to purchase properties
By Dionne Meehan FOR the past 19 months, residents of two Ballymacool estates in Letterkenny have been living through a nightmare, one that has only grown more distressing this week. In October 2023, residents of nine homes, eight in The Forest estate and one in The Woods estate, were initially informed that their properties were being listed […]
Gorthahork community to host event in wake of recent tragedy
By Róise Collins In the wake of the heart-breaking loss of two young men in Gorthahork, the local committee have organised an evening for the close-knit community to gather for healing and support. Stronger Together which takes place tomorrow night (Friday, April 11) offers a space for those affected to come together, talk, listen and […]
Water shortages are taking a toll across west Donegal
By Róise Collins HOUSEHOLDS across west Donegal are grappling with significant challenges due to ongoing water shortages, with some residents and farmers left without access to water for several days. Among those severely impacted is Katie Coyle from Falcarragh. She runs Caring Capall an equine-assisted service for those with additional and emotional needs. Advertisement While most […]
Weather: Warm and dry today with widespread sunshine
AFTER a chilly start to the day, it will be warm and dry with widespread sunshine. Highest temperatures of 16 to 20 degrees in light variable breezes. Tonight will be dry and mostly clear. Advertisement Areas of mist and fog will develop overnight. Lowest temperatures of 2 to 6 degrees in near calm conditions.
Donegal drivers caught speeding on National Slowdown Day
A Donegal motorist has been caught driving at 113km/h in a 100km/h zone on the N15 in Drumnagahan, as part of a nationwide clamp down on speeding for National Slowdown Day. The operation, led by An Garda Síochána in collaboration with the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and other key stakeholders, is taking place today, Wednesday […]