To mark International Women’s Day 2026, An Garda Síochána Donegal Women’s Network will host a coffee morning at Letterkenny Garda Station this morning in aid of Donegal Domestic Violence Services – DDVS. Call in between 11am and 1pm to show your support. “We look forward to seeing you there for a cuppa, a sweet treat […]
President Connolly pays first official visit to Donegal
President Catherine Connolly made her first official visit to Donegal today, marking her first trip to the county since her election last year. During her election campaign, President Connolly promised to return to the county. She fulfilled that promise with a two-day visit, starting at Killybegs this morning before proceeding to the Donegal County Council […]
Garda checkpoints to ramp up over St Patrick’s bank holiday weekend
INCREASED checkpoints and speed checks will take place over St Patrick’s Day and Bank Holiday weekend, gardaí have warned. Drivers are urged not to get behind the wheel if under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Those going out to enjoy the celebrations are being urged to plan a lift home in advance or get […]
Letterkenny event held for women healing from alcohol harm
To mark International Women’s Day on Monday, Alcohol Forum Ireland hosted a ‘Rest and Recover’ event for women who have been impacted by alcohol harm. The event, at Castlegrove house yesterday, was supported by Healthy Ireland Donegal. Speaking ahead of the event, CEO of Alcohol Forum Ireland, Paula Leonard, said the way that women experience the […]
Community meeting to take place in Rathmullan
A community meeting will take place tomorrow evening in the St Vincent de Paul Centre in Rathmullan at 7pm. The possibility of establishing a Community Alert area Text Alert Scheme locally will be discussed at the meeting. Gardaí will be there to offer crime prevention and home security advice. Caitriona Sinnott from Muintir Na Tire will be […]
Vandals target memorial bench and plaque in Letterkenny
THERE is anger in Letterkenny after a local memorial bench and plaque were defaced with graffiti. The memorial close to Sentry Hill, is dedicated to the memory of the late historian and environmentalist May McClintock who was much loved by so many. The plaque and summer seat were placed at the site by the Letterkenny […]
Mattress set alight at derelict house in Milford
A mattress was set alight at a derelict house in Milford. Gardaí were on route to a call on Saturday, March 7 at 3.15pm when they noticed smoke coming from a derelict house located on the Church Road in the town. They then discovered that a mattress had been set alight upstairs in the house. […]
Wind warning issued for Donegal
A Yellow Wind Warning has been issued for Donegal, with strong and gusty south-westerly winds expected to affect the county later today. Met Éireann said the warning will come into effect at 6pm tonight and remain in place until 5am on Wednesday, March 11. Coastal areas of Donegal are likely to experience the strongest gusts. […]
Celebrations at Little Angels with opening of new Sensory Room
It was a morning of celebration at Little Angels School in Letterkenny today where the school’s brand new Sensory Room was officially opened. The facility is sponsored by local company, PGIM Ireland and representatives of PGIM joined parents, staff members, pupils and friends for the grand opening. North West Newspix were there to capture the […]
24 new Donegal electoral divisions designated CLÁR areas
THERE has been a major expansion to the CLÁR Programme, with a total of 24 new electoral divisions in Donegal designated as CLÁR areas. The announcement was made today by Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary TD. This follows a commitment given in the Programme for Government to carry out […]