MORE than a thousand people have been left without power in areas of Buncrana and Gaoth Dobhair this morning following the arrival of Storm Emma. The ESB have said 1,105 customers are without power in Buncrana while a further 119 customers are without power in the Claggan area. Residents in Gaoth Dobhair have also experienced […]
Catherine creates lifelong friendships through sport
From Aughnish, Ramelton, Grier travelled to Holland in January to represent the Republic of Ireland at the Deaf Women’s Futsal European Championships
Double bass piques student interest
A member of Donegal Designer Makers, Parkinson’s latest piece formed part of an exhibition which took place in Rathmullan House before Christmas.
Months Mind Mass: Michael Mc Grath
Michael’s family would like to inform you that the months mind for Michael McGrath RIP has been changed to Friday 9th March at 7.30 in Church of the Irish Martyrs due to the forecasted bad weather. Michael, 40, sadly passed away at the Donegal Hospice after being diagnosed with stage four bowel cancer late last […]
Grim weather predictions prompt Donegal lock down
MUCH of Donegal will be in lock down from 4pm today amid predictions of heavy snow showers and high winds. Areas north of Milford and in Inishowen have already witnessed significant falls of snow this morning and forecasters say things could deteriorate further as Storm Emma moves in. In a statement this morning, Donegal County […]
‘Avoid non-essential travel and remain indoors’ – DCC
Donegal County Council have advised the county to stay indoors today and tomorrow unless it is absolutely necessary. In relation to the nationwide Status Red Level weather warning issued by Met Eireann last night, council offices including libraries will be closed today from 3pm and will remain closed tomorrow. “The council is asking all […]
Donegal shuts down following status red weather warning
A status red weather warning has been put in place for Donegal and all other parts of the country. Despite earlier predictions that Donegal and the North West would escape the worst of Storm Emma and the so-called ‘Beast from the East’, a national status red weather warning was put in place last night […]
300 tonnes of salt and grit used in 24 hours
DONEGAL County Council gritting crews have treated over 1,000km of road network across the county and have applied approximately 300 tonnes of salt and grit in the last 24 hours. A Spokesperson for the Council said they can confirm that all main roads in the county are passable and they will continue to monitor conditions […]
Harps match postponed again – this time due to weather
It’s been a disappointing start to the new 2018 season for Harps boss Ollie Horgan and his players.