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WATCH: Scoil Cholmcille bid farewell to Mary McElwaine who leaves behind remarkable legacy
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On Friday, August 30th, the atmosphere at Scoil Cholmcille in Letterkenny was a poignant mix of celebration and sadness as staff, students, and former colleagues gathered to say goodbye to Secretary Mary McElwaine. After 45 years of unwavering dedication, Mary retired, leaving behind a remarkable legacy that has touched countless lives. Mary’s retirement was marked […]
Funeral: Priest’s tribute to Eoghan Dawson on what would have been his 21st birthday
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By Tara McCormack Pennyburn in Derry fell silent today as family, friends, and members of the community gathered to bid farewell to a beloved young man, Eoghan Dawson, whose life was tragically cut short. The 20-year-old passed away following a devastating car crash in Inishowen just over a week ago. Advertisement On what would have […]
Last orders for pubs in Donegal?
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By Evelyn Cullen THE high excise duty is a major challenge facing pubs, with one local publican forecasting a turbulent time ahead for the industry unless measures are put in place for its survival in the coming budget. Councillor Martin Harley was speaking in the wake of a new report by the Drinks Industry Group of […]
Urgent road safety message after tragic week on roads
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A DEVASTATING week on Donegal’s roads has prompted authorities to issue an urgent road safety warning, as four lives were lost in separate incidents across the county. The tragic series of events began last Saturday night when two cousins were involved in a single-vehicle crash at Cross, Quigley’s Point. Sixteen-year-old Kian Dawson died at the […]
Funeral arrangements confirmed for woman who died in St. Johnston traffic collision
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THE funeral arrangements have been confirmed for Patricia McBrearty from St. Johnston who died in a road traffic collision in the village on Friday. Ms McBrearty, who was in her 80s, was struck by a lorry on Church Street shortly after lunchtime. She was pronounced deceased at the scene a short time later. Her death […]
Drivers urged to take extra caution following oil spills across Donegal
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Donegal County Council is urging drivers to remain vigilant after a number of oil spills were reported on roads throughout the county this morning. The council has dispatched crews to clear the affected areas, but motorists should proceed with extra care, especially on the R236 at Ballyleckey Crossroads, the N13 between Kilross and Stranorlar, […]
Inishowen crash victim Eoghan Dawson to be laid to rest today
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The funeral of 20-year-old Eoghan Dawson, one of two young men tragically killed in a road accident in Inishowen last week, will be held today at St. Patrick’s Church in Pennyburn. Eoghan, who lost his life alongside his 16-year-old cousin Kian in the crash at Quigley’s Point, is remembered by his heartbroken parents, Lisa Dawson […]
Major power outage leaves over 4,000 without electricity in Lifford
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More than 4,000 homes and businesses in the Rossgeir area of Lifford were plunged into darkness this morning due to a significant power outage. The fault was reported at 6:42 a.m., with initial estimates targeting restoration by 7:45 a.m. Advertisement However, according to the ESB Power Check website, 102 customers remain affected as repair […]
Donegal Weather: Night showers but sunshine awaits tomorrow evening
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While the evening begins on a relatively dry note, with mild temperatures hovering around 16 degrees, expect the weather to gradually turn wetter as the night progresses. Tomorrow, as the day begins to break around 7 AM, the rain will start to ease, but a light drizzle is likely to persist. The skies will remain […]