THE Diocese of Raphoe has issued an apology to two Donegal sisters who were the victims of abuse by a former priest in the diocese. Former Donegal priest Con Cunningham was sentenced to 18 months imprisonment in July 2021 for sexually abusing two minors in the Fanad area while serving in the Diocese of Raphoe […]
Tractor transports medical staff to work as flooding hits Gaoth Dobhair
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By Róise Collins Parts of Gaoth Dobhair were hit by serious flooding overnight, causing dangerous driving conditions and significant disruption locally. One of the worst-hit spots was the road opposite the NowDoc medical centre, which is completely flooded. Advertisement In the midst of the chaos, a local tractor driver has been praised by local Cllr […]
St Eunan’s College class of ’75 celebrate 50th reunion
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Schools friends and classmates from the St. Eunan’s College class of 1975 got together again for a weekend of celebration in Letterkenny on Friday and Saturday. The 50 year school reunion offered a chance to catch-up with school pals and share stories and memories from their time at the Letterkenny school. The friends gathered in […]
Victor Fisher: A man of faith, family and community
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by Louise Doyle VICTOR Fisher was remembered as a man of faith, a family man and a dedicated community stalwart at his funeral Mass yesterday. A very well-known and hugely respected member of the community, Victor died at his home on Friday, aged 85. Advertisement In a fitting tribute, Letterkenny Rovers formed a guard of honour outside St […]
Yellow rain warning issued for Donegal
A YELLOW rain warning remains in place for Donegal until 5pm today. There will be further heavy showers or longer spells of rain. Possible impacts of this weather include difficult travelling conditions, poor visability and localised flooding.
Weather: Windy day with widespread showers
TODAY will be windy with widespread showers or longer spells of rain. The rain will be heavy at times, with spot flooding possible and the chance of thunder. Highest temperatures of 13 to 16 degrees in fresh to strong and gusty winds, reaching gale force at times along coasts. Advertisement Tonight there will be widespread […]
Gaoth Dobhair paired with Kilcar in quarter-final draw
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The draws were made this evening in O’Donnell Park.
Termon shock champions St. Eunan’s in thriller
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Termon . . . 1-16 St Eunan’s . . . 0-18 (After extra-time) Advertisement Termon produced a famous victory to shock St. Eunan’s and send the reigning champions crashing out of the Donegal Senior Championship on Saturday evening. Caolan McDaid’s side won by the narrowest of margins in a game that went all the way […]
Tributes paid following passing of Victor Fisher
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By Diarmaid Doherty THE funeral will take place at St. Eunan’s Cathedral on Sunday afternoon of Victor Fisher whose death has prompted a sense of deep sadness among his many friends. A very known and hugely respected member of the community, Victor died at his home on Friday, aged 85. Advertisement Born in Ramelton, Victor […]
Creeslough investigation: Man released without charge
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A man, aged in his 40s, who was arrested yesterday (Friday) as part of the investigation into the fatal explosion at a building complex in Creeslough, has been released without charge. In a statement this morning, Gardai say a file will be prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions. Ten people lost their lives in […]