PARENTS and teachers across Donegal are being urged talk about internet safety today, as Internet Safety Day takes place. Gardaí across Donegal are calling to schools this week to talk about internet safety. “We encourage parents in particular to have a look at www.webwise.ie where there is a wealth of information to be found in […]
Driver did not remain at scene of Killygordon collision
GARDAÍ are appealing for information after a driver failed to remain at the scene of a road traffic collision in Killygordon. A low loader lorry carrying a dumper was travelling from the direction of Castlefin when it collided with an ESB pole on Friday, February 7 at 5.55pm. The driver did not remain at the […]
Man taken to hospital following assault in Rathmullan
A man was taken to hospital following an assault in Rathmullan at the weekend. The man is believed to have been assaulted by another man on Main Street on Sunday, February 9 at 00.20am. He was taken to Letterkenny University Hospital to receive treatment for non-life threatening injures as a result. A garda spokesperson said:Should anyone have witnessed […]
Accused tells trial his co-accused struck deceased
by Eoin Reynolds A man has taken the stand in his own defence to tell his murder trial that he was fighting with a pensioner – whose body was found in the waters beneath Sliabh Liag – when his former lover and co-accused hit the victim on the back of the head with a rock, […]
Launch of the ‘Our Roads, Our Safety’ art competition
Donegal County Council, Donegal Road Safety Working Group and Finn Harps Football Club have once again teamed up to promote road safety with the Primary School Road Safety Art Competition. Primary school students across Donegal are invited to showcase their creativeness and help raise awareness about road safety through taking part in the competition. This […]
Decrease in Údarás supported jobs described as “Disappointing”
A decrease in Údarás na Gaeltachta supported jobs in Donegal has been described as “disappointing” by Donegal TD and Sinn Féin Spokesperson on Finance, Deputy Pearse Doherty. There was an increase in the number of employees in Údarás client companies in the majority of Gaeltacht counties with only Donegal marking a significant decrease according to […]
Rossmore: An exceptional coastal property in Donegal
Advertising Feature DONEGAL’S rugged coastline is renowned for its natural beauty, and the properties on offer here are a testament to the breath-taking landscapes and stunning surroundings. From peaceful lakeside escapes to secluded coastal havens, this is one of the most remarkable coastal properties available for sale in Donegal today. Rossmore, Donegal Town, is priced […]
FROM THE ARCHIVES: The way we were in Donegal
Caolagh Grimes delves into the archives to bring you the news and images from yesteryear FEBRUARY 8, 1975 Gweedore sisters on Manchester bomb charges Two Gweedore-born sisters were accused in Manchester crown Court on Monday of helping to make bombs which were planted in the city centre shops in Manchester. A total of nine incidents involving […]
Councillor wants speed issues addressed in Letterkenny estates
A COUNCILLOR has told of how residents of Letterkenny housing estates are being plagued by incidents of speeding. Councillor Tómas Seán Devine said Willowbrook and the Elms residents are becoming increasingly concerned about the issue. The 100% Redress councillor will table a motion at the Letterkenny-Milford Municipal District meeting tomorrow calling for the installation of […]
Concern as two Donegal services to relocate
CONCERN has been voiced after it has emerged two services in Donegal are to close their current locations and relocate to other parts of the county. A public meeting will take place on Thursday over concerns the relocation of an education centre to Letterkenny will result in the loss of six jobs. Donegal Education Support Centre, based […]