GARDAÍ are appealing for information in connection with a theft incident that occurred in the area of Inver on Friday. A Scott Tile bucket for a digger was stolen from a forest in Tievedooly on April 3 between Midday and 8pm. “We appeal to anyone who may have observed any suspicious activity in that area […]
Communities urged to take part in the Big Donegal Clean Up 2026
DONEGAL County Council is calling on communities across the county to get involved in the Big Donegal Clean Up 2026, a countywide initiative that brings together community groups, schools, businesses and voluntary organisations to tackle litter and protect local environments. The campaign which forms part of Donegal County Council’s wider environmental awareness and climate action programme, […]
Consultations on childcare services to take place across Donegal
MINISTER for Children, Disability and Equality, Norma Foley has announced a series of local consultations on early learning and care and school-age childcare in Donegal. The Department of Children, Disability and Equality (DCDE), in partnership with Donegal County Childcare Committee, will host events at the Abbey Hotel in Donegal Town on Wednesday, April 22 from 6pm […]
Attempted burglary at Letterkenny home
GARDAÍ are investigating an attempted burglary in Letterkenny in the early hours of Thursday morning. The incident occurred in the area of Dromore on April 2, shortly after 4.10am. Two males in black clothing attempted to break into a house in that area but they left the area immediately upon being disturbed. Advertisement Nothing was […]
Eleven arrested in Donegal for driving under the influence
ELEVEN Donegal drivers were arrested on suspicion of alcohol or drug driving related offences as part of a Garda Roads Policing Operation which took place throughout the Easter Bank Holiday Weekend. Throughout the weekend, Gardaí were conducting both statutory Mandatory Intoxicant Testing (MIT) and regular, high-visibility policing checkpoints. A number of drivers were also detected […]
Ifac advises Donegal farmers to act now as fuel costs surge following global oil shock
Ifac, one of Ireland’s top ten accountancy and advisory firms, is advising Donegal farmers across Ireland to take immediate steps to manage rising fuel and input costs, as global oil prices surge following recent geopolitical developments in the Middle East. Oil prices have risen sharply in recent weeks, with Brendt crude surpassing $100 per barrel after disruption […]
Charles Dooher investigation: Man (50s) arrested
Gardaí have arrested a man in connection with the investigation into the attempted murder of Charles Dooher in Lifford on January 20, 2025. The man, aged in his 50s, was arrested on Sunday, April 5 and detained at a Garda Station in the North Western Region under section 50 of the Criminal Justice Act, 2007. […]
Septic tanks failing to meet required standards
by Chris Ashmore MORE than two thirds of septic tanks inspected by Donegal County Council last year failed to meet the required standards. The Council completed 126 full inspections and 32 follow-up verification inspections on septic tanks in 2025. The failure rate was 67 per cent with the main causes being defective tanks and percolation […]
Arranmore charity campaigner to be laid to rest on Thursday
AN Arranmore charity campaigner whose swimming fundraisers earned him worldwide esteem will be laid to rest on Thursday. Paddy Ann Conaghan (85) died in Beaumont Hospital. His remains arrived home to his beloved Arranmore Island yesterday. Mr Conaghan’s funeral will take place on Thursday, however, the time is yet to be confirmed. Advertisement Rosary took place last night and […]
Council hears call for more investment in piers and harbours
by Chris Ashmore COUNCILLORS have backed a motion calling for greater investment in piers and harbours around the county, with a view to improving facilities for both the fishing sector and leisuretourism related users. In response to a motion on the matter, Councillor Ali Farren was informed that the Council “will continue to investigate and pursue […]