INADEQUATE transport options, poor connectivity, unjustifiable prices and unreliable services have been highlighted to expose failings in Donegal, it is claimed. Complaints have been raised at both local and national level to put pressure on the Government to urgently address the lack of a joined-up network across the county. Politicians in the Dail and at […]
Creeslough victims remembered ahead of fourth anniversary
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A MINUTE’S silence has been held for the victims of the Creeslough tragedy ahead of next week’s fourth anniversary. Tragically, 10 people were killed in an explosion in Creeslough on October 7, 2022. At a meeting of the full council on Monday, Cllr Tomás Seán Devine proposed that a respectful observance should be held for […]
ATU ranked in list of world’s top universities
ATLANTIC Technological University (ATU), which has campuses in Letterkenny and Killybegs, has been recognised among the top five per cent of higher education institutions globally. The university was included for the first time ever in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026. ATU becomes only the second Technological University in Ireland to be […]
Motorist (31) drove wrong way on Letterkenny’s Main Street
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A MOTORIST who drove against the one way system of Letterkenny’s Main Street said he “didn’t know the area”’. Aaron Pennie, of Newbury Avenue, Coolock, Dublin, was arrested on October 27, 2025. The 31 year old failed to show up for his hearing at Letterkenny District Court on Tuesday. Advertisement Garda Barry Gallagher told the court […]
Stormy weather leaves thousands without power
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THOUSANDS of homes, farms and businesses were left in the dark due to a series of power outages across the county. The loss of power followed a Status Yellow wind warning from Met Eireann for all of Donegal for most of last evening until 9pm. The high winds caused outages to around 3,000 addresses in […]
Shared history could be boosted with Wolfe Tone ties
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EFFORTS to maximise the Donegal links of famous revolutionary Wolfe Tone could reap major tourism dividends, it is claimed. Proposals were put forward this week seek to highlight the role of Donegal in the life of United Irishmen founder Wolfe Tone and his connections with other parts of the country. The County Council was urged […]
Ripple Effect event shines a light on the impact of addiction on loved ones
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A UNIQUE recovery event held in Donegal for people affected by alcohol and drug harm has been told how the impact on children and families is often never seen. Ciara Breen is the Regional Family Support Manager in Well Ireland where she has been working with children and families impacted by alcohol and drug harm […]
Online groups warned about posting car registrations
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ATROCIOUS and dangerous parking has been exposed online to shame drivers – but gardai have warned it poses legal risks. A number of online platforms carry sites that upload images of cars that are seen parked in yellow boxes and potentially block the emergency services. Some show photos of vehicles that are so badly parked […]
Motorists warned to beware of thefts
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CAR thefts and break-ins are on the rise, according to Garda figures. Local gardai revealed that they have recorded an increased incidence of car thefts, people interfering with cars’ ignitions, and also the theft of e-scooters. Most recently, gardaí are investigating the recent theft of an e-scooter from Letterkenny Retail Park last Saturday, September 26. […]
Rory Gallagher apologises for not spotting fans with his glasses off
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FAMOUS GAA songster Rory Gallagher joked his eyesight is so bad that it has seen him accused of being snobby. His song Jimmy’s Winning Matches was a smash hit with Donegal fans when county manager Jim McGuinness led the footballers to All Ireland glory in 2012. Rory, the former singer with 90s rock group The […]