Nine motorists arrested in one week for driving under the influence


OVER the past week, nine motorists across the county were arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. In total, seven motorists were arrested for drug driving; while two were arrested for drink driving. Gardaí have reminded motorists to never get behind the wheel of any vehicle while under the influence. Advertisement “We urge all drivers never to […]


Over 1,500 families in Donegal receive Newborn Baby Grants


A total of 1,529 families in Donegal received the Newborn Baby Grant to support the arrival of 1,551 babies born in the county during 2025.  Introduced as part of Budget 2025, the Newborn Baby Grant is a once off payment of €280 designed to help families meet the material needs of a newborn baby or […]


Ramelton Art Group Exhibition opens at the Regional Cultural Centre


THE Ramelton Art Group launched their new exhibition, ‘Precious Moments, Places & People: Reminiscence, Nostalgia & Wonder’, at the Regional Cultural Centre in Letterkenny last week. Founded in 2019 by Mary Lynch, the Ramelton Art Group meets weekly in Ramelton Town Hall, bringing together creativity, community, and connection. This exhibition showcases a vibrant selection of […]


HSE welcomes progress on new 110 bed Letterkenny healthcare facility


THE new 110 bed Letterkenny Community Healthcare Facility, currently under construction on Kilmacrennan Road, is on track for completion in 2026. The new facility will provide a significant boost in capacity for the care of older people across Letterkenny and the wider county of Donegal. The new 110 bed unit is a major enhancement of […]


Darcy wants to bring Glór Tíre title back to Donegal


WHEN it comes to Glór Tíre, TG4’s long-running, hit Country Music show, Donegal contestants have always performed strongly, and the hopes of the county in 2026 are with Darcy Walsh. 22-year-old Darcy, from Dungloe, will appear on Glór Tíre on Tuesday January 27 at 9.30pm in the first episode of the new season. She is […]


Investigation launched after woman and child struck by van in Milford


INVESTIGATIONS are ongoing after a woman and a child were struck by a van in Milford. The collision occurred on the Main Street on Tuesday, January 13 at approximately midday. A garda spokesperson said: “The collision involved a van and two pedestrians. Advertisement “The two pedestrians, a woman and a child, were taken to Letterkenny […]


Gardaí seek witnesses after elderly man knocked down in Letterkenny


GARDAÍ are continuing to appeal for witnesses after an elderly man was knocked down at Lower Main Street, Letterkenny last week. Gardaí and emergency services attended the collision at approximately 1pm last Thursday, January 15. A garda spokesperson said: “A pedestrian, aged in his 80s, was conveyed to Letterkenny University Hospital for medical treatment. Advertisement […]


Musicians from across all communities unite through PEACEPLUS


MUSICIANS from across all communities will collaborate, create, and connect through a dedicated music production initiative, as Póca Productions, in association with the Regional Cultural Centre and Donegal County Council’s PEACEPLUS Partnership, celebrate the official launch of the Turn Up the Volume for Equality Countywide Programme. Turn Up the Volume for Equality is about bringing […]


Donegal weavers Molloy & Sons take part in International Creative Expo


DONEGAL-based weavers Molloy & Sons are taking part in this year’s International Creative Expo at the RDS in Dublin. The three-day showcase will bring together hundreds of Ireland’s leading designers, makers and creative brands, with almost 400 exhibitors and thousands of buyers attending under the theme ‘Making Irish Stories’. Upwards of €32 million is expected […]


Weather: Dry start to the day with sunny spells 


TODAY will start dry with sunny spells, becoming cloudier later this morning with outbreaks of rain continuing through the day. Conditions will turn blustery with rain, as strong winds develop. Highest temperatures of 6 to 8 degrees. Advertisement Early tonight, rain will clear with a brief dry spell following. However, further patchy light rain and […]