by Louise Doyle DASH cam footage is being sought after a car was stolen in Letterkenny and was later found in the north. A number of other vehicles were broken into at Slieve Sneacht during an early morning spate of incidents in the town on Tuesday, October 1 between midnight and 12.30am. Advertisement Two cars were […]
‘A smile that will never be seen again’: Tributes paid to ‘true gentleman’ Kyle
by Paul McElwee A GREAT many tributes have been paid to ‘true gentleman’ Kyle McDermott, a native of Burt, following his killing at the weekend. Leading those tributes was Mr McDermott’s relative, Strabane independent councillor, Jason Barr. Advertisement “Kyle Mc Dermott, forever 24,” he stated. “A smile that will never be seen again. Kyle didn’t deserve this. Please keep […]
Large crowds expected as St Eunan’s Cathedral hosts relic of St Bernadette
By Rebecca Crockett LARGE crowds are expected to visit St. Eunan’s Cathedral in Letterkenny this weekend as the Diocese of Raphoe hosts the visit of the holy relic of St. Bernadette of Lourdes. The organisers of this weekend’s celebrations have again called for people to volunteer over the three days as the preparations for the […]
Uisce Éireann appeals to customers in Ramelton and Milford to conserve water
Uisce Éireann is appealing to customers in Ramelton and Milford to continue their efforts to conserve water and protect supply. Following an increase in water usage by households and businesses supplied in these areas and low lake levels at Milford, customers are being asked to be mindful of their usage, allow supply to catch up […]
Man (24) charged with manslaughter of Kyle McDermott
A 24-YEAR-OLD man has been charged with the manslaughter of Donegal man Kyle McDermott in Ballymagorry near Strabane at the weekend. Mr McDermott, originally from Burt, died following an altercation in the Victoria Road area of the village shortly after 11.30pm on Sunday. Appearing before Dungannon Magistrates Court yesterday morning (Wednesday) was Daniel Patrick Hanna, […]
Fears for cancer flight patients over plans to limit seat capacity at Dublin Airport
by Louise Doyle A CHARITY providing subsidised flights for more than 400 Donegal cancer patients to Dublin for treatment has voiced fears after the Aviation Authority confirmed plans to limit seat capacity at the capital’s airport. Donegal Cancer Flights and Services offers reduced price flights for those travelling for treatment and works in conjunction with the Irish Cancer Society, […]
Weather: Sunny with scattered showers
Today will be sunny with scattered showers. Temperatures will be on the cool side of normal for October with highest temperatures of 8 to 10 degrees in light to moderate north to northwest winds. This evening, showers will become isolated. Advertisement Tonight will be mainly dry, clear and cold. Lowest temperatures of 0 to 4 […]
Gardaí issue appeal for man missing from Letterkenny
GARDAÍ are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of Gabriel McCarron (57). Mr McCarron was reported missing from the Letterkenny area on Tuesday, October 8. A garda spokesperson said: “Gabriel is described as being approximately 5 foot 10 inches in height, of slim build, with short brown hair and blue eyes. Advertisement “When […]
Fundraiser launched for baby with inoperable tumor
By Rebecca Crockett A fundraiser in aid of a Donegal child with an inoperable brain tumour has already raised over €17,000 for vital treatment. One-year-old Danny McLaughlin and his twin brother Charlie were born in June 2023. They live in Churchill, eight miles from Letterkenny, with their mother Annie and grandparents Marcus and Teresa. Advertisement […]
New Deputy Principal Appointed by Donegal ETB
By Rebecca Crockett Former Gairmscoil Mhic Diarmada student, Ms Caroline McCauley has been announced as the new Deputy Principal of the Oileán Árainn Mhór school. Announced today by Donegal Education and Training Board (ETB), Ms McCauley replaces Mr Daniel Doherty who retired at the end of the last school year. Advertisement The Oileán Árainn Mhóir […]