A survivor of the Stardust disaster in Dublin has led renewed calls for a public inquiry into the Creeslough tragedy. Antoinette Keegan spoke in Creeslough today at a special memorial event which marked the third anniversary of the disaster. Ten people died in the explosion at the service station on October 7, 2022. Advertisement Family […]
Former Buncrana facility to begin a new chapter in major nationwide auction
A well-known property in Buncrana is set to open a new chapter this month, as a former HSE-owned building in Lisfannon Industrial Estate goes to auction with O’Donnellan & Joyce on Friday, October 24 at 12 noon. Once home to a local cheese production facility, the building has long been part of the area’s industrial […]
Presidential race controversy ‘a low moment’ for party – McConalogue
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DONEGAL minister Charlie McConalogue said the controversy surrounding Jim Gavin’s withdrawal from the presidential race is a low moment for the party. Fianna Fáil has been left without a candidate in the presidential election after Gavin confirmed on Sunday night that he was pulling out of the race. It came after revelations that a tenant […]
Thousands of cross-border students attending ‘Donegal Roadsafe Roadshow’
Irish Road Safety Week (IRSW) began on Monday and continues until Sunday. A number of events are taking place as part of IRSW here in Donegal such as the ‘Donegal Roadsafe Roadshow’ that is taking place today and tomorrow at the Aura Leisure Centre in Letterkenny. The show is a partnership between the Donegal County […]
Milford community invited to help shape the future of local events
MILFORD and District Resource Centre (MDRC) is inviting local residents, businesses, and community groups to play an active role in shaping the town’s event calendar by joining a brand-new Community Events Committee. The committee’s first meeting will be held at MDRC on Monday, October 13 at 7pm, and anyone interested in supporting or organising community […]
Garda recruitment event to take place in Milford today
The latest Garda recruitment competition is still live. A Garda recruitment information event will be held today in Lidl in Milford from 1pm to 4pm. A garda spokesperson said: “Everybody is welcome to come along to have a chat and to get information. “We have held a number of recruitment information events recently and we […]
Child struck by car in Letterkenny
AN investigation is underway after a child was struck by a car in Letterkenny at the weekend. The road traffic collision occurred in the cinema car park on Sunday, October 5 at approximately 5.15pm. The child was taken to Letterkenny University Hospital to receive medical treatment. Her injuries are not life threatening in nature. A garda spokesperson […]
Glass door smashed in St Johnston
GARDAÍ are appealing for information after the back door of a house was smashed in St Johnston. The incident of criminal damage occurred at a house at Main Street in the early hours of Friday, October 3, between 12.30am and 6.30am. The glass in the back door of the house was smashed between those times but entry […]
Response efforts to Storm Amy stood down
In response to Storm Amy Donegal County Council, in association with a number of community partners, arranged for the opening of a number of community based emergency hubs across the county and co-ordinated a response with Donegal Civil Defence to provide essential services. These response efforts were stood down yesterday evening. Following consultation with […]
Students invited to audition for upcoming musical
By Mia Regan LORETO Letterkenny and St Eunan’s College are holding auditions for a school musical called ‘Our House’, featuring the music of Madness. The auditions are currently being held in the Concert Hall at Loreto Letterkenny every Friday after school, from 2pm to 4pm. Advertisement All students are welcome to join the auditions. Any […]