Donegal County Council named Local Authority of the Year 2024


DONEGAL County Council was named Local Authority of the Year at the Chambers Ireland Excellence in Local Government Awards which took place yesterday evening, Thursday, November 21. The 21st annual awards ceremony was held in association with the Department of Housing, Local Government & Heritage, sponsored by Orsted, showcasing and celebrating the best of Local […]

Man arrested in connection with Creeslough explosion released without charge 


A MAN (60s), who was arrested in connection with the Creeslough explosion, has been released without charge. The man was arrested yesterday morning for alleged offences contrary to the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act 1997. A garda spokesperson said: “A file will be prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions.” Advertisement Meanwhile, the investigation into […]

Weather: Cold and frosty morning with some icy stretches 


THIS morning will be cold and frosty with some icy stretches. There will be scattered showers, mainly of rain or sleet but isolated snow showers are possible. The showers will die out from most areas through the afternoon and sunshine will become hazy. Advertisement Highest temperatures of 3 to 7 degrees. Tonight, storm Bert will […]

Man arrested in connection with Creeslough explosion


Gardaí have arrested a man in connection with the Creeslough explosion. The man, aged in his 60s, was arrested this morning for alleged offences contrary to the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act 1997.  He is currently detained under the provisions of Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984 at a Garda station in […]

Planning approved for Islamic Cultural Centre in Letterkenny


by Louise Doyle Planning permission has been granted for the construction of an Islamic Cultural Centre in Letterkenny –  despite residents voicing concerns over traffic congestion, safety and the close proximity of a holy well. Applicant Letterkenny Islamic Association Clg lodged plans with Donegal County Council in November 2023, seeking planning permission for the centre […]

Unions to protest at LUH today


Members of Fórsa trade union working for the HSE will take part in a lunchtime protest today from 1pm at Letterkenny University Hospital. The lunchtime protest, organised by Fórsa, the INMO and Siptu, continues a series of protests by health workers, organised in response to the HSE’s suppression of thousands of health posts. Fórsa has […]