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.
Blow for Donegal as Morrison picks up ankle injury
The St Eunan’s man will miss the rest of the league.
Artist Malcolm McClay turns home for latest exhibition
ARTIST Malcolm McClay’s latest exhibition, currently on display at Letterkenny’s Regional Cultural Centre, is a very personal and spiritual portrait of his home county.
Man injured in Raphoe house explosion
A UNIT of the Donegal Fire Service was called to a house close to Raphoe this morning after an explosion occurred injuring one of the occupants.