A Donegal oyster producer has developed a new artificial intelligence system that uses sound to monitor oyster health and detect mortalities — a breakthrough that could help manage losses and improve sustainability in Irish aquaculture. Lee Hunter, a marine biologist and owner of Oisirí Oileán Cróine Teoranta in Dungloe Bay, has created the system, known as The Oyster […]
Built on Belief: Local Enterprise Week 2026 brochure launched
THE brochure for Local Enterprise Week 2026 was officially launched on Friday by Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council, Cllr Paul Canning, marking the countdown to a week-long programme of events taking place across the county from Monday, March 2 to Friday, March 6. Organised by the Local Enterprise Office (LEO) Donegal in partnership with Donegal […]
Donegal man who regularly raped sister-in-law jailed for 12 years
By Sonya McLean A woman who was regularly raped by her brother-in-law has said the abuse meant that she never got the chance to grow into the person she was meant to be and she is now constantly fighting to stay alive. Eunan Merritt (56) of Crossroads, Killygordon was convicted by a jury following an […]
Scoil Cholmcille wins Fís Film Award for third consecutive year
SCOIL Cholmcille has continued its remarkable success at the FÍS Film Awards, winning the Best Documentary award at the 20th annual ceremony, held at The Helix in Dublin. The latest honour was awarded for the school’s new film, Voices Behind The Mic, confirming the school’s place among the most successful in the country in the […]
‘Dublin flight debate is a distraction from Donegal infrastructure isolation’
By Steve Bradley THE removal of afternoon flights on the new PSO (Public Service Obligation) contract for the Donegal-Dublin air route has triggered anger here, particularly amongst those who rely on it for medical care. Whilst this backlash is understandable and completely justified, it overlooks a more fundamental problem which the very existence of these […]
Weather: Sunny spells to develop this afternoon
SCATTERED showers will become more isolated through the afternoon, with widespread sunny spells developing. Moderate westerly winds will veer northerly with highest temperatures of 6 to 8 degrees, though turning much cooler by evening. Tonight will be cold and generally dry and clear with isolated showers. Advertisement Showers may turn wintry on high ground. Widespread […]
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More derelict properties to become social homes under major scheme expansion
THE Government has today announced a significant expansion of the Buy and Renew Scheme, ensuring that more long‑term vacant and derelict properties across the country will be transformed into high‑quality social homes. Under a new expanded approach, building contractors will, for the first time, be able to directly acquire and refurbish vacant and derelict properties, […]
Donegal showcases strong and diverse group travel offering
FÁILTE Ireland, in partnership with Tourism Ireland, welcomed the UK Coach Tourism Association to Donegal to showcase the county’s strong and diverse group travel offering. The visit highlighted the quality of local attractions, food, drink and cultural experiences, as well as the collaborative approach that continues to drive tourism development in the region. As part […]
Councillors frustrated by delays in essential minor roadworks
A LETTERKENNY councillor has spoken of his frustration with how slowly essential minor roadworks are carried out by Donegal County Council. In a motion submitted at Tuesday’s meeting of Letterkenny – Milford Municipal District, Cllr Donal Coyle called for an emergency workshop to be held on to expedite minor works. He used examples such as filling […]