AN Garda Síochána are appealing to the public for information following reports of a man entering the sea at Lagacurry Beach, Isle of Doagh, Clonmany, Co Donegal on Saturday afternoon, 5th October, 2024. The man is in his early 70s and is described as being 6ft 2inches tall. He was last seen wearing a bottle green […]
Donegal life-savers awarded for courage in the water
By Rebecca Crockett THE brave efforts of six people from Donegal have been recognised at the Water Safety Ireland National Awards for saving three lives from drowning. The ceremony, which took place on October 3rd at Dublin Castle, honoured those who had saved a life from drowning as well as individuals dedicated to drowning prevention. […]
Searches for missing man stood down temporarily due to adverse weather conditions
By Dionne Meehan A MASSIVE sea search for missing Ramelton man Paul Buchanan has been stood down for a time due to adverse weather conditions. Mr Buchanan (50s), who operates an accounting practice in Letterkenny, failed to return after he set off from Machaire Gathlán pier in Gaoth Dobhair at around 5pm on Thursday evening, […]
Windy Hall Road closed for emergency repairs from today
DONEGAL County Council has announced Windy Hall Road will be closed for emergency road repair works from An Gleann Rue to Long Lane from today. Emergency works will take place between 10am and 4pm from 9th October to 11th October. A spokesperson for the council said: We apologise for any inconvenience caused to the Road […]
Greencastle Bookseller longlisted for Bookshop of Year
By Rebecca Crockett LITTLE Acorns Bookstore in Derry, owned by Greencastle native Jenni Doherty, has been longlisted for Bookshop of the Year 2024. The beloved shop is one of twelve nominated in the category at the An Post Book Awards which celebrates and promotes Irish writing to a wide audience. Advertisement Customers could vote for […]
#LoveDonegal day described as a huge success
#LoveDonegal Day 2024, which took place on 25th September, has been heralded as a major success by reaching 5 million more people than last year. Now in its sixth year, the initiative took place alongside other promotional events like Disrupt by the Sea and the Tip O’Neill Irish Diaspora Awards. The 2023 edition reached 85 […]
Man charged with manslaughter of Kyle McDermott
By Dionne Meehan A 24-year-old man has been charged with manslaughter in relation to the death of Kyle McDermott. Mr McDermott (24), from Burt, was assaulted outside his home in the Victoria Road area of Ballymagorry on Sunday night. Advertisement He sustained serious injuries following the attack, including a serious head injury The Police Service […]
Students in Donegal to receive their Junior Cert results today
STUDENTS in Donegal will receive their Junior Cert results this morning. The results will be made available to schools from 9am through SEC Schools Portal.
Road works ongoing at Cashelshanaghan
MOTORISTS are advised to allow extra time for their journey as surfacing works are taking place on the R245 at Cashelshanaghan. Traffic control will be in operation from today, Wednesday until Friday, October 11.
Weather: Breezy day with sunny spells
TODAY will be fresh and breezy with sunny spells and occasional showers. The best of the sunshine is expected in the afternoon and early evening. Maximum temperatures of 10 to 13 degrees in brisk northerly winds. Advertisement Tonight will be cold and dry in many areas with clear spells but there is the chance of […]