Donegal County Council Culture Division presents its 17th annual programme of events for Culture Night, the all-island public event that celebrates culture, creativity, and the arts. Taking place on Friday, September 19, , Culture Night is “One Night For All” with events taking place across the county. Commenting on this year’s event, Donegal County Council […]
Gaoth Dobhair paired with Kilcar in quarter-final draw
The draws were made this evening in O’Donnell Park.
Termon shock champions St. Eunan’s in thriller
Termon . . . 1-16 St Eunan’s . . . 0-18 (After extra-time) Advertisement Termon produced a famous victory to shock St. Eunan’s and send the reigning champions crashing out of the Donegal Senior Championship on Saturday evening. Caolan McDaid’s side won by the narrowest of margins in a game that went all the way […]
Tributes paid following passing of Victor Fisher
By Diarmaid Doherty THE funeral will take place at St. Eunan’s Cathedral on Sunday afternoon of Victor Fisher whose death has prompted a sense of deep sadness among his many friends. A very known and hugely respected member of the community, Victor died at his home on Friday, aged 85. Advertisement Born in Ramelton, Victor […]
Creeslough investigation: Man released without charge
A man, aged in his 40s, who was arrested yesterday (Friday) as part of the investigation into the fatal explosion at a building complex in Creeslough, has been released without charge. In a statement this morning, Gardai say a file will be prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions. Ten people lost their lives in […]
Warning after scam caller purports to be a member of An Garda Síochána
GARDAÍ are warning people to be vigilant for a scam in which a caller purports to be a member of An Garda Síochána. Gardai have said they recently became aware of a scam in which a person received a call from an Irish mobile number and the caller claimed to be a member of An Garda […]
Tributes paid to Liam Ward ahead of his retirement
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By Chris Ashmore GLOWING tributes have been paid to one of Donegal County Council’s most senior and longest serving officials, Liam Ward, who is set to retire having worked with the local authority for more than 42 years. Currently the Director of Community Development and Planning Services, the departure of the Glenfin native is seen […]
Near misses spark plea for pedestrian crossing on busy Gaoth Dobhair road
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By Dionne Meehan THE manager of a community centre in Gaoth Dobhair has criticised Donegal County Council claiming her pleas for a pedestrian crossing have been ignored. Caitríona Nic Gairbheith, who is the manager An Chrannóg, voiced her concerns after several frightening “near misses” involving children walking to the centre. Advertisement Situated on the main […]
Appeal lodged over construction works at school
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By Louise Doyle AN appeal has been lodged with An Coimisiún Pleanála after Donegal County Council gave the green light to construction works at St Bernadette’s Special School in Letterkenny. The appellants have cited they believe the proposed development poses a “significant risk to public safety, residential amenity and environmental integrity”. Advertisement Donegal County Council […]
Oldtown Bridge ‘in good condition’ – councillors told
A Letterkenny councillor has been given an assurance that the town’s busy Oldtown Bridge is regarded as being in “a good condition” by Donegal County Council. The issue of the bridge – which has been subject to commentary on social media in particular about its safety – was raised by Cllr Donal Coyle at the […]