TODAY will be cool and breezy with sunshine and showers, some heavy with possible hair or thunder. Highest temperatures of 13 to 15 degrees with moderate winds. This evening and early tonight, there will be more persistent rain for a time. Advertisement Later, it will become drier with clear spells and a few showers. Overnight, […]
Moderate weather warning for rain for Donegal
A YELLOW weather warning has been issued for Donegal. There will be heavy rain with a chance of isolated thunderstorms. The weather warning will remain in place until 10am on Friday. Potential impacts include localised flooding, poor visibility and difficult conditions.
Strong support for Johnny’s Ranch during council debate
By Chris Ashmore HOLD off on any enforcement proceedings – that’s the clear message to Donegal County Council from local councillors in relation to the controversy that has surrounded a popular foot truck operator in Ramelton. There has been considerable public support for Johnny Patterson, the owner of the Johnny’s Ranch takeaway outlet on the […]
Glenveagh Castle at risk of permanent closure due to staffing issues- Cllr
By Dionne Meehan A DONEGAL County Councillor has warned that Glenveagh Castle could face permanent closure if the government doesn’t tackle current staffing issues. Recently, staffing shortages have forced the castle to close two days a week, on Mondays and Fridays. Advertisement A spokesperson for the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, which oversees […]
Councillors were not told of plans to cut down oak tree
A senior council official has confirmed that none of the councillors on Letterkenny-Milford Municipal District Council knew in advance that a 90-year-old oak tree in the town was to be cut down. Controversy erupted last year when it emerged that the local authority intended to cut down the Sessile Oak tree as part of its […]
‘Support Donegal Animal Centre’ takes place today
by Louise Doyle PEOPLE in Donegal are being urged to come out today in a show of solidarity to the workers and rescued animals of Donegal ISPCA Animal Rehabilitation Centre amid huge uncertainty for the future. The rehabilitation centre in Ballyare, which officially opened in June 2018, has cared for thousands of animals. Advertisement The premises is closing tomorrow and […]
‘New school building is vital’ – principal
by Róise Collins A LETTERKENNY principal is calling for the urgent delivery of a new school building currently stalled by planning issues. Danny McFadden, of Errigal College, has said it is now vital that community and elected representatives help push it forward, amid surging enrolment numbers at the school. Advertisement In recent weeks, the school […]
Weather: Cool and breezy day ahead with heavy showers
TODAY will be cool and breezy with sunny spells and showers, some heavy with a chance of isolated thunderstorms and hail. Spot flooding is possible. Highest temperatures of 13 to 15 degrees, with moderate to fresh, gusty winds. Advertisement Tonight there will be clear spells and showers, some heavy with a chance of isolated thunderstorms. […]
People across the world celebrate #LoveDonegal Day
TODAY marks #LoveDonegal Day 2025. It’s a day for people across the globe to celebrate the much loved county and share their favourite pictures and videos of Donegal. People have taken to social media today with the hashtag Love Donegal Day to show people what the county has to offer. Advertisement Now in its sixth […]
A nod to Donegal in recent The Traitors episode
THE Traitors is taking Ireland by storm and people across the country are tuning in eagerly for each episode. Donegal viewers were pleased to see a nod to their county in one of the most recent episodes. Host Siobhan McSweeney donned a fabulous cloak, made from none other than Donegal tweed all the way from […]