MORE than 70 rural primary schools are under threat of closure if the current trend in rural depopulation continues, according to Ireland’s largest teachers’ union, the Irish National Teachers’ Organisation (INTO). The prediction is made by Donegal native and General Secretary of the INTO, John Boyle, in an edition of TG4’s flagship current affairs programme Iniúchadh […]
Department has not received an offer for IPAS accommodation in Ramelton
THE International Protection Accommodation Service (IPAS) has received no application or offer of accommodation in respect of The Blue Goat in Ramelton, it has been confirmed. A spokesperson for the Department of Justice said the property is not being examined for use. This comes amid recent speculation surrounding the future of the premises. Advertisement Des […]
Over 60 drug convictions across Donegal District Courts in 2025
THERE were 66 convictions for drug offences in District Court offices across Donegal last year. In Donegal District Court, 18 people were convicted on drug offences in 2025, up 12.5 per cent on 2024. By contrast, 48 people were convicted at the Letterkenny District Court office in 2025, down 30 per cent on 2024. Advertisement Almost […]
Calls to include respite care facility in Lifford hospital plans
A Donegal County Councillor has called on the HSE to incorporate a dedicated respite care facility into the plans for the proposed new Lifford Community Hospital. Cllr Gary Doherty described the current lack of provision in the county as “unsustainable and deeply unfair on families.” Speaking at yesterday’s Regional Health Forum in Galway, the Sinn […]
Warning sounded after bogus callers in Donegal Town
GARDAÍ are warning people to be vigilant following reports of bogus callers operating in Donegal Town. The bogus callers were offering to clean gutters, and they were advertising a variety of other services such as tarmacking, landscaping and building work. Bogus callers may also offer goods for sale, such as tools and generators. Advertisement “We advise people […]
Donegal homeowners encouraged to avail of expanded €5,000 conservation grants
Donegal homeowners living in traditional and older town properties across the county are being encouraged to apply for the newly expanded Historic Structures Fund Conservation Advice Scheme. The scheme, which offers grants of up to €5,000, is designed to help owners of traditional and historic homes access expert advice for essential conservation and renovation works. […]
Inishowen man found to be unlawfully at large from prison
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AN incident involving an arrest for criminal damage to a property in Enniskillen revealed the defendant was unlawfully at large from prison since last summer. Richard Patrick Fegan (33) from Ballyharry, Carrowmenagh in Donegal is accused of damaging a window and resisting arrest on March 14. However while in custody for this it emerged he […]
Calls for database to improve access to defibrillators
With only half of Ireland’s defibrillators currently listed on public databases, MEP Nina Carberry, has this week called on the European Commission to examine an EU-wide approach to defibrillator registration and data-sharing as part of the EU cardiovascular health strategy. MEP Carberry has pointed to the ‘Donegal Defibrillator’ project as a model to follow, which compiles […]
Funeral details announced for murdered mum of two
FUNERAL arrangements for Derry murder victim Amy Doherty have been announced. Amy (28), a mother of two, was found with serious wounds at an address in Summer Meadows Mews. She died a short time later in hospital. Advertisement A 30-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder following the launch of a murder inquiry on […]
CCTV captures balaclava-clad man on grounds of Trentagh house
GARDAÍ have launched an investigation after a man in dark clothing and wearing a balaclava was detected by CCTV on the grounds of a house in Trentagh. The incident occurred in the area of Sockar shortly after 2.20am on Wednesday, March 18. A notification was received from an external CCTV camera that activity was taking place outside […]