THERE was much excitement around Donegal Town yesterday as a new business was announced. McCafferty’s took to social media yesterday and declared that they will be opening a new venue in Donegal Town. This new business will be known as McCafferty’s on The Pier and will be ready to open its doors before Christmas party […]
Three taken to hospital following Newtowncunningham collision
THREE people were taken to hospital following a three-car collision in Newtowncunningham last night. Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of the collision which occurred in the Monglass area at around 8.15pm last night. A garda spokesperson said: “Three people were brought to Letterkenny University Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.”
HSE’s Donegal Winter Vaccination Programme commences
THE HSE winter vaccination programme is underway in Donegal with the rollout of the flu and COVID-19 vaccines. The free flu vaccine is available to recommended groups, while those aged over 60 and children 6 months and older with a weak immune system are invited for their next COVID-19 vaccine. Both vaccines will be available […]
Weather: Cloudy day with scattered outbreaks of rain and drizzle
TODAY will be cloudy with scattered outbreaks of rain and drizzle. Highest temperatures of 15 to 17 degrees. Tonight will remain cloudy with more frequent outbreaks of rain developing. Advertisement Lowest temperatures of 12 to 14 degrees.
Emergency services at scene of three vehicle collision in Newtown
GARDAÍ and emergency services are currently at the scene of a collision in Newtowncunningham. The collision, involving three vehicles, occurred in the Monglass area of the village. No further details are available at this time.
How a Donegal Gaeltacht village is powering the luxury brands
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WHEN many leading fashion houses are sourcing premium yarns, Donegal Yarns based in Kilcar is on their list of suppliers. And thanks to Údarás na Gaeltachta’s continued investment, this remarkable Irish success story is going from strength to strength. In a story that reads like a modern Irish fairy tale, Snáth Dún na nGall Ltd, […]
Public Services Companion: Almost 23,000 people here eligible for free pass
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A total of 22,953 people in Donegal will be able to benefit from the extension to the Free Travel Scheme for the over-70s. As of this week, those over 70 with a valid free travel Public Services Card can have another person, aged 16 or older, travel with them for free on all public and […]
Gardaí investigating Fintown burglary
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Gardaí are investigating a burglary that occurred at a derelict cottage in the area of Glenleighan, Fintown. The incident occurred between Thursday, September 18 and Thursday, September 25. “The front door of the cottage was forced open and a quantity of copper piping was stolen from within. “We appeal to anyone who may have observed […]
Gardaí issue appeal after trailer stolen from Letterkenny house
Gardaí have issued an appeal for witnesses in connection with a theft incident that happened at Rosemount Lane, Letterkenny on Sunday evening. At approximately 6.40pm on Sunday, September 28 a red/black trailer was stolen from the side of a house at that location. “We are interested in any sightings of a white Mondeo in the […]
Dillons Hotel joins Tourism Ireland at important travel fair in Paris
A LETTERKENNY hotel has joined Tourism Ireland at an important travel fair in Paris. Tourism Ireland is bringing Ireland to Paris this week at IFTM Top Resa, one of the leading travel and tourism shows in France. Joined by 15 tourism companies from Ireland – including Dillons Hotel – Tourism Ireland is highlighting the diversity of […]