A YELLOW wind warning is set to take effect across the county from 3am tomorrow, Tuesday. Very strong and gusty winds are expected, with possible gales near coastal areas. Members of the public are being advised to expect difficult travel conditions, and there is also a warning of flooding in low-lying coastal areas, wave overtopping, […]
Ramelton honours Monsignor’s 50 years in the priesthood
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IT was an evening of celebration and nostalgia in Ramelton on Friday as the community gathered to celebrate Monsignor J. Anthony McDaid’s golden jubilee in the priesthood. St Mary’s Church was filled with family members, friends and parishioners, and they were joined by Diocesan Administrator Monsignor Kevin Gillespie, Mevagh Parish Priest Very Rev Patrick Dunne, […]
HSA launches campaign to tackle silent killers on farms
THE Health and Safety Authority (HSA) will begin a week-long inspection campaign today, Monday, December 8. The campaign is aimed at improving farmers’ health and wellbeing which is a critical factor in reducing serious injuries and fatalities on farms. Farmers are at higher risk of certain health and wellness conditions due to the nature of […]
Weather: Mix of sunny spells and scattered showers
TODAY there will be a mix of scattered showers and sunny spells. More persistent cloud will build from the south later in the day. Highest temperatures of 8 to 10 degrees with moderate to fresh winds, easing towards the evening. Advertisement Tonight will become very wet with persistent rain, heavy at times. Lowest temperatures of […]
Disqualified Letterkenny driver arrested after fleeing collision while heavily intoxicated
A DISQUALIFIED motorist who fled the scene of a collision in Letterkenny has been arrested after gardaí found they were nine times over the legal alcohol limit. Gardaí from the Letterkenny Roads Policing Unit apprehended the driver last night after they left the scene of a collision involving another vehicle. A garda spokesperson said: “The […]
Letterkenny Pantomime Society releases festive Christmas single
THE Letterkenny Pantomime Society has officially launched their much-anticipated Christmas single. Written by Bri Carr and produced by Tommy at Full Tilt, the track features a lively collaboration of children from throughout Donegal, including Lurgybrack National School, alongside cast and crew members from Letterkenny Pantomime Society and local celebrities from Arranmore to Oakfield Park, Highland […]
Charity night in Manorcunningham
A huge thank you is extended to Robbie and The Rascals, who very generously played for free in the Lagan Inn last Friday night last as part of a fundraising event for Irish Wheelchair Association, Donegal. A big thanks to the McFadden family of the Lagan Inn for hosting and to everyone who donated spot […]
Local businesses honoured at Donegal Enterprise Awards
THE Donegal Enterprise Awards took place on Friday night in Rockhill House, celebrating outstanding businesses within the Local Enterprise Office Donegal client portfolio. This year’s Overall Winner and Best-Established Enterprise Award was presented to Ciara and Gareth McGlynn of Niche SSP. Based in Donegal, the business will now go on to represent the county at […]
Wind warning in place for Donegal on Tuesday
A YELLOW wind warning is set to take effect across the county at 3am on Tuesday. During the warning, very strong and gusty winds are expected, with possible gales near coastal areas. There will be an increased risk in coastal areas due to coincidence with very high spring tides. Advertisement Possible impacts include difficult travel […]
Weather: Mostly cloudy day with mix of rain and drizzle
TODAY will be mostly cloudy with outbreaks of rain and drizzle, turning heavy at times. The rain will gradually clear by evening. Highest temperatures of 8 to 11 degrees. Advertisement Tonight will bring some clear spells, but showers will spread from the west and some will be heavy with the chance of hail and isolated […]