by Louise Doyle PEOPLE are being urged not to put any extra pressure on emergency services this Halloween. Gardai in Donegal are warning people to rethink buying or using fireworks due to the horrific life changing injuries they can cause. Advertisement People are being urged not to get involved in any anti-social behaviour this Halloween, […]
‘Fresh look’ needed for parking fine appeals
A LETTERKENNY councillor has called for a “fresh look” into how parking fine appeals are handled in the town. Cllr Ciaran Brogan said that he had not heard of one person winning an appeal for a parking fine, and claimed that the current system was being “run a bit like a secret service since the Town Council […]
Weather advisory: Possible coastal flooding due to high super moon spring tides
A WEATHER alert is currently in place for the county due to the possibility of coastal flooding. This comes as a result of exceptionally high super moon spring tides. On Saturday night, wind warnings are expected into Sunday. Advertisement The weather advisory will remain in place until 12am on Saturday, October 19.
Vigil held at Machaire Gathlán pier for missing kayaker
By Dionne Meehan A VIGIL was held at Machaire Gathlán pier in Gaoth Dobhair last Wednesday for missing kayaker Paul Buchanan. Mr Buchanan (50s), who operates an accounting practice in Letterkenny, failed to return after he set off from Machaire Gathlán pier at around 5pm on Thursday evening, October 3. Advertisement The vigil was organised […]
Letterkenny town centre park plans gather pace
By Chris Ashmore PLANS to develop a multi-million euro two-acre urban parkland in the centre of Letterkenny – along with pedestrian linkages and a new Creative Enterprise Hub – are set to be accelerated in the coming months. Donegal County Council intends to develop a large tract of largely unused land behind properties on Upper […]
Two arrested following alleged stabbing in Ballybofey
A MAN and woman have been arrested following an alleged stabbing in Ballybofey last night. A man (30s) was taken to Letterkenny University Hospital following the incident. A garda spokesperson said: “Gardaí have arrested a man and woman following an assault which occurred at a residence in Ballybofey, Donegal at approximately 9pm on Wednesday, October […]
Weather: Bright day ahead with sunny spells and scattered showers
TODAY will be a bright day with sunny spells and scattered showers, with some heavy showers possible. The showers will become lighter and more isolated in the evening. Very high spring tides will bring a possibility of coastal flooding. Advertisement Highest temperatures of 13 to 15 degrees. Later, there will be a dry and largely […]
Family return home 268 days after lightning strike
By Dionne Meehan A FAMILY whose house was left uninhabitable after being struck by lightning in January moved back into their family home this week. After 268 days, the Nesbitt family from Newtowncunningham were pleased to share the good news on Tuesday night. Advertisement At the start of this year, their home was one of […]
Temporary road closure at Lagg, Malin Head tomorrow
Donegal County Council has announced temporary Road Closure on the R244-4 at Lagg, Malin head tomorrow. Works are to facilitate essential road maintenance tomorrow. Disruption will occur between 08.00 and 18.00 on Thursday 17th October. Local diversions route in place. A spokesperson for the council said: “Donegal County Council would like to apologies for any […]
Lifford doctor honoured in new portrait collection
By Rebecca Crockett A LIFFORD doctor has been recognised for her contribution to healthcare through a prestigious new portrait collection in the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland. Dr Anne Kilgallen is one of six fellows of the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland (RCPI) to receive portraits from the institution. She is a retired […]