Defendant said Gardaí were ‘crooked b–tards’


A MAN who was being charged while in custody told the arresting Garda that all Gardaí in Letterkenny and Buncrana were “crooked b–tards”. Seamus Cooley, with a current address at Castlerea Prison, appeared at Monday’s sitting of Letterkenny District Court. He is charged with assaulting a Garda at St Jude’s Court, Lifford, on May 23, […]

Dark days for public lighting in rural areas


By Chris Ashmore A CALL for more public lighting in isolated communities has come from Cllr. Denis McGee who believes that along with a lack of footpaths, this is impacting on the safety and wellbeing of people in these areas. However, despite his representations current policy firmly favours public lighting in urban rather than rural […]

Donegal student receives Scholarship Award at Ceremony in DCU


DONEGAL student Jenna Donovan was presented with a scholarship award by Dublin City University at a ceremony to celebrate memorial and endowed scholarships on Wednesday, November 19. In total, 54 students received awards named in honour of individuals and organisations who have played a leading role in the life of Dublin City University and in wider Irish […]

25th edition of Creeslough View magazine launched


THE 25th edition of the Creeslough View was launched in the Creeslough Day Centre on Saturday night with a large crowd in attendance. Once again, the publication celebrates the history of Creeslough and its people with some wonderful articles, photos and features which are sure to be of interest. Speaking at the launch Marie Duffy […]

James celebrates his 80th birthday
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CELEBRATIONS are underway for well-known Letterkenny businessman James Grieve as he marks his 80th birthday today. James, who is a native of the Cullion Road, is best known locally for operating his garage in the heart of Letterkenny for the past 55 years. Born in 1945 to Mary and James Grieve, James attended Lurgybrack National […]

Eleven patients unable to be discharged from LUH


ELEVEN patients were unable to be discharged from Letterkenny University Hospital due to significant home help pressures. The figure, as of November 14, 2025, was revealed this week as home help waiting lists came under the spotlight. At Tuesday’s meeting of the Regional Health Forum, West, Councillor Ciaran Brogan sought information on the number of people […]

Resident appeals Letterkenny housing plans


A LETTERKENNY housing development given the green light by Donegal County Council last month has been appealed by a resident amid defective concrete, traffic and safety concerns. Applicant PRND was granted planning permission for the construction of 12 dwelling houses with access to existing public services at Amalfi Court, Lisnennan. All other associated site development works […]

€5m to be spent on Active Travel Projects
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By Chris Ashmore AN estimated €1.5 million will be paid to contractors for works on the controversial Active Travel Project between the Hospital Roundabout and Knocknamona Roundabout in Letterkenny next year. It is also estimated that there will be an allocation of €3.75 million to be spent in 2026 on the Letterkenny Traffic Management and […]

Yellow wind warning for Donegal


A YELLOW wind warning will come into effect in the county at 4pm today. Strong to gale-force winds will result in difficult travel conditions, with debris and loose objects posing a risk. The warning will remain in place until 6am tomorrow.