PENNEYS has confirmed that customers will be allowed back to its Letterkenny store from Monday – but by appointment only. The move comes ahead of a full reopening on May 17. Customers can book an appointment to shop through its online booking system at Primark.com which opened at 10am this morning. Advertisement Penneys CEO Paul […]
Two new walk-in test centres to open in Donegal
TWO new pop-up test centres will open in Donegal over the next week – one at the GAA Centre of Excellence in Convoy and the Carndonagh GAA Club House. The free walk-in testing centre in Convoy will run from tomorrow (Saturday) until Monday and will be open to members of the public who live within […]
Man’s body recovered from River Finn
The body of a man was recovered from the River Finn outside Ballybofey yesterday.
Council paid out €24,000 for 46-page Brexit report
A Limerick consultancy firm was paid €24,000 by Donegal County Council to compile a 46-page Brexit report. Grant Thornton’s ‘Responding to Brexit’ document was presented to elected members at their latest March meeting of full council. It received a mixed reaction from councillors with Inishowen’s Nicholas Crossan describing it as “disappointing”. South Donegal independent councillor […]
Donegal’s hill farmers pen open letter to agri-minister
AS fears continue to grow over the potential introduction of a regulation that could exclude thousands of farmers from getting their CAP payments, Colm O’Donnell, president of the Irish Natura and Hill Farmers Association (INHFA) ,has penned an open letter to Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue. Signed by Colm O’Donnell on behalf of the INHFA, it […]
Ross O’Carroll-Kelly’s virtual tour to hit Donegal
ACCLAIMED as ‘Ireland’s answer to Homer Simpson’ and ‘a comic icon to compare with Alan Partridge or Adrian Mole’, Ross O’Carroll-Kelly takes his rightful place in the spotlight once again – but this time he’s beaming himself directly into the homes of his legions of fans. Landmark Productions presents Ross O’Carroll-Kelly’s Postcards from The Ledge […]
New Garda phone line for reporting Covid breaches
GARDAÍ in Donegal have launched a phone line dedicated to the reporting of Covid-19 breaches. The force said the number will make it easier for people to let officers know about events including: Young people organising parties amongst themselves at various locations and this includes beach parties Advertisement Birthday/ Occasion Parties being organised for all […]
Holohan to meet Donegal politicians on Covid situation
IRELAND’S Chief Medical Officer is to hold an urgent meeting with Donegal’s politicians this evening over the Covid situation in the county. The meeting comes following a stark warning from Tony Holohan over Donegal’s infection rates. NPHET has already stated publicly that it believes the Covid-19 outbreaks can be traced back to birthday parties and […]
Public opinion saught on Caravans and Camping in Donega
A NEW survey to get the public’s views on caravan, camper van and camping in Donegal was launched today (Thursday). This survey, which is being undertaken by KPMG Future Analytics, is part of a study being conducted on behalf of Donegal County Council and will allow members of the pubic to share their thoughts on […]
Easing of lockdown restrictions agreed
THE Government has agreed to ease lockdown restrictions from May 10. On May 10, hairdressers will reopen, along with libraries, museums and galleries, and team sports training will also resume. Intercounty travel can also resume from May 10. Advertisement Up to 50 people will be allowed to attend religious services including weddings, funerals and masses […]