THE multiparty legal action and related proceedings against the State led by Coleman Legal remains a “vital route to accountability and redress” for families across Donegal whose homes have been devastated by defective concrete blocks. That’s according to Defective Blocks Ireland. The not for profit organisation formed in Buncrana by Adrian Sheridan and Shaun Hegarty has […]
Churchill man remanded on bail
A CHURCHILL man has been remanded on bail to appear at the next sitting of Letterkenny Circuit Court. Gary Burke, with an address at Derrora, is charged with assault causing harm at Lower Main Street, Letterkenny, on May 17, 2024. Garda Sergeant Jim Collins told Letterkenny District Court this week that the accused was being […]
Wonderful talent on display at Mulroy College Variety Show
There was spectacular talent on display at the Mulroy College Variety Show, held recently. A large crowd of people turned out to enjoy the event. Well done to everyone.
Letterkenny woman fined following late night incident
A WOMAN who became highly aggressive to Gardaí as they attempted to intervene in a row involving groups of people, was fined €250 at Monday’s sitting of Letterkenny District Court. Nicole Hill, with an address at Chapel Street in Stranorlar, was present at the scene at 3.05am at Oliver Plunkett Road, Letterkenny, on the morning of […]
Lives could be at risk from melting cables – council meeting hears
By Chris Ashmore HUNDREDS and possibly thousands of people around Donegal are living in homes with old electrical wiring that could be a fire risk and which should be checked, it has emerged. The issue has been highlighted by Cllr Martin McDermott (inset) who wants to see a public information campaign to raise awareness of […]
Hundreds of homes and businesses without power this morning
ESB crews are this morning continuing to work to restore power to homes and businesses across Donegal who have been left without supply this morning. A yellow wind warning in place for Donegal ended at 6am on Friday morning, but the strong winds overnight have impacted on hundreds of homes and businesses right around the […]
ATU Archaeologist uncovers Ireland’s first known wildcat from 5,500 years ago
The earliest directly dated wildcat (Felis silvestris) ever found in Ireland has been identified, confirming the species lived on the island more than 5,500 years ago. The discovery, by Dr Marion Dowd, an archaeologist at Atlantic Technological University (ATU), marks a breakthrough in understanding Ireland’s prehistoric wildlife and ecology. The bones, uncovered during archaeological excavations […]
Former Donegal TD and Minister for Education graduates
Joe McHugh, former Donegal North-East TD and Minister for Education and Skills (2018 – 2020), graduates from RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences with a Degree of Master of Science (MSc) in Positive Health Coaching on Monday 24 November 2025. He is pictured with Eunan Friel, Managing Director of Healthcare Management, RCSI; Professor Michael […]
Fundraisers in the pink! – Cheque presented after charity swim
Pictured are Marg Everett, Hazel Russell and Teri Russell on behalf of the Swilly Sisters’ Shed presenting €1.370, the proceeds of the group’s recent Swim in Pink fundraiser to Maeve Fegan of the National Breast Care Institute, Galway. Back in October swimmers and dippers donned their best pink swimming outfits and took to the cold […]
Dark days for public lighting in rural areas
By Chris Ashmore A CALL for more public lighting in isolated communities has come from Cllr. Denis McGee who believes that along with a lack of footpaths, this is impacting on the safety and wellbeing of people in these areas. However, despite his representations current policy firmly favours public lighting in urban rather than rural […]