The Loughs Agency has announced an investment of more than £1 million in fisheries improvement works across the Foyle and Carlingford catchment areas during 2025, including the River Finn in Donegal which received €60,000 in funding. This funding supported 65 projects across 15 sub-catchments, each designed to enhance fish habitats, improve water quality and deliver […]
ATU achieves ARTI accreditation for Athletic Therapy Programme
Atlantic Technological University (ATU) has secured accreditation from Athletic Rehabilitation Therapy Ireland (ARTI) for its BSc (Hons) in Athletic Therapy and Exercise Rehabilitation. This recognition places ATU among a select group of Irish universities offering programmes that meet ARTI’s professional standards, strengthening allied healthcare provision in the Northwest region. ARTI is the national governing body […]
‘A beautiful, caring soul’ – death occurs of Áilbhe Hines, Letterkenny
THERE is much sadness in Letterkenny following the passing of Áilbhe Hines, Cashel Park, Letterkenny. Áilbhe, who was originally from College Farm Road in Letterkenny, was very well known and her passing, which occurred at her home, is deeply by her family, many friends and the artistic community. She worked as a facilitator with Change […]
Stranorlar driver caught speeding at over double the limit
A DONEGAL driver has been caught speeding at more than double the speed limit in Stranorlar during the fifth and final week of the national Christmas Road Safety Campaign. The driver was caught driving 140 km/hr in a 60km/hr zone on the N15 in Stranorlar. An Garda Síochána carried out a dedicated road traffic enforcement operation […]
Uisce Éireann working to lift Boil Water Notice on Buncrana Public Water Supply
UISCE Éireann is continuing efforts to lift the Boil Water Notice in place for customers on the Buncrana (Slavery) Public Water Supply. Following mechanical issues encountered at Buncrana (Slavery) Water Treatment Plant, the notice was issued on Friday, January 2, to protect the health of customers on the supply, in consultation with the HSE. Uisce […]
Weather: Cloudy and mostly dry, with occasional light drizzle
TODAY will be cloudy and dry for most, with patchy light rain and drizzle. Generally dry today with clear skies and some sunny spells too. Turning cloudy again through the afternoon with outbreaks of rain and drizzle through the evening. Advertisement Highest temperatures of 3 to 5 degrees. Tonight will be cloudy to start with […]
Donegal showcased at Belfast and Dublin Holiday World Shows
Tourism businesses from across Donegal will be flying the flag for the county this weekend as the annual Holiday World Show takes place in Belfast, with the Dublin show following in two weeks’ time. The annual show, taking place at Belfast’s Waterfront International Convention Centre is expected to attract up to 10,000 visitors across the […]
Stephen McCahill’s funeral to take place on Saturday
Funeral arrangements have been announced for businessman Stephen McCahill, who died tragically in the early hours of yesterday morning, Monday, January 5, at his home in Beagh, Ardara. Stephen will be greatly missed by his heartbroken family. Forever cherished husband to Marietta, loving father to Gemma and Steven, adored father-in-law to Lauren, doting grandfather to […]
Uisce Éireann advises of extended night time restrictions in Pettigo
Following today’s repair works at Pettigo Water Treatment Plant overnight restrictions are necessary to allow reservoir levels replenish. A mechanical issue with water pumps in the supply area resulted in a fall in reservoir levels in recent days. Crews carried out repair works today but unfortunately encountered difficulties which means that reservoir levels have yet […]
Inflation still putting workers and families under pressure – Pearse Doherty TD
A Donegal TD has criticised the government for its inflation forecasts, pointing out that current rates are much higher than expected. The latest data from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) published today revealed inflation at 2.7 per cent for 2025, significantly above the government’s predicted target of 2 per cent. Sinn Féin spokesperson on Finance, […]