A MAN who was found on derelict premises in Letterkenny has been fined. Lee McBride (47) , of no fixed abode, Drogheda, Louth, appeared before Letterkenny District Court on Monday via video link. McBride is charged that he entered a building at Aileach, Castle Street, Letterkenny, with the intent to commit an offence. Advertisement Garda Sergeant Maurice […]
Drivers failed to remain at scene of Newtown collision
GARDAÍ are appealing for information following a collision in Newtowncunninghan at which no drivers or passengers remained at the scene. The two-vehicle collision occurred on the N13 at Bohullion Lower, Newtowncunningham on Saturday, December 6, at 11.55pm. A black Lexus and silver Lexus were involved in the collision. Both vehicles sustained substantial damage. No drivers or passengers […]
Nine arrested for drink and drug driving in the last week
The figures come amid a warning from An Garda Síochána that a dedicated road traffic enforcement operation is in place throughout the festive period.
Re-turn brings Deposit Return Scheme to Arranmore Island
Re-turn, the administrator of Ireland’s Deposit Return Scheme, has today expanded access to its reverse vending machines (RVMs) and recycling infrastructure to three island communities in Ireland. The pilot will see the installation of RVMs on Arranmore Island and Cape Clear Island in Co. Cork, as well as communal Re-turn collection bins on Inishturk, Co. […]
Gardaí issue advice ahead of Storm Bram’s arrival
Keep away from coastal edges, marinas and piers. Please do not put yourself or the emergency services at risk.
Extended orange warning and status red marine warning for Donegal
A STATUS Orange wind warning issued by Met Éireann ahead of Storm Bram will come into effect in Donegal at 10am this morning and remain in place until 9pm. This follows updated guidance indicating that orange-level winds are now more likely to extend further inland. The West and Northwest are expected to experience the strongest […]
Storm Bram: List of school closures in Donegal, Tuesday, December 9
SOME schools around Donegal have taken the decision not to open today as the county prepares for the arrival of Storm Bram. The following schools are closed in Donegal today: Pobalscoil na Rosann, Dungloe Advertisement Scoil Cholmcille Drumman, Ramelton St Crona’s National School, Dungloe Crana College, Buncrana (closes at earlier time of 1.15pm) Boyagh National […]
Creeslough Community Association organising another Christmas Day Dinner
THE Creeslough Community Association is hosting their second Annual Christmas Day Dinner this year, and they have extended a warm invitation to the local community to avail of some company on Christmas Day. Anyone who may be on their own, those who would enjoy some company, or can’t be with family this year are welcome. […]
Storm Bram: Some schools to stay closed on Tuesday
SOME schools around Donegal have taken the decision not to open tomorrow as the county prepares for the arrival of Storm Bram. A Status Orange Wind warning has been issued by Met Éireann today ahead of Storm Bram and will be in effect in Donegal from 10am on Tuesday. The warning was due to end […]
Storm Bram: Council activates Severe Weather Assessment Team
DONEGAL County Council have activated their Severe Weather Assessment Team as the county braces itself for the arrival of Storm Bram on Tuesday. A Status Orange Wind warning has been issued by Met Éireann today ahead of Storm Bram and will be in effect in Donegal from 10am on Tuesday to 6pm on Tuesday evening. […]