by Evelyn Cullen HUNDREDS of Dunfanaghy and Falcarragh residents, including babies and the elderly, were left without water over the scorching hot weekend when temperatures surged to 30 degrees. The outages were caused by burst pipes in the area, and although there was a small Uisce Éireann crew working to repair them, there was much […]
Motorcyclist seriously injured in Creeslough collision
A MOTORCYCLIST has sustained serious injuries following a single vehicle collision in Creeslough. Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of the collision on the N56 at approximately 4.20pm yesterday, July 13. A garda spokesperson said: “The motorcyclist, a man in his 30s, was removed to Letterkenny University Hospital with serious, but non-life-threatening injuries.” Advertisement […]
Water supply disruptions in Fanad area this evening
Uisce Éireann is advising of supply disruptions which are affecting the Fanad area of Donegal this evening. The national water utility have reported that high demand on the network coupled with low reservoir levels will result in water shortages for customers in the area. Both water treatment plants serving the Fanad area are operating at […]
Serious traffic collision between Creeslough and Termon
Gardaí have advised that a road closure is in place due to a serious road traffic collision that occurred on the N56 at Derryfad, between Creeslough and Termon this afternoon. Diversions are currently in place. Gardaí are requesting everyone to please avoid the area if possible and allow extra time for your journey. Further details […]
Cause of blaze at St Johnston business yet unknown
A significant fire broke out at an industrial premises in St Johnston on Saturday night, prompting a major response from the fire service. The blaze is reported to have began shortly after 10pm at the Fleming Steel complex, located in the Dundee area just off the village’s Main Street. The premises houses a number of […]
Woman arrested in connection with attempted murder of Charles Dooher
A woman has been arrested in connection with the investigation into the attempted murder of Charles Dooher in Lifford on January 20, 2025. The 26 year old was beaten by five masked men with bats, leaving him with catastrophic injuries. He was rushed to the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast, with family and friends left […]
Donegal faces extreme fire risk as temperatures are set to soar
THE Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine has issued a red fire danger notice, indicating an extreme fire risk in all areas where flammable vegetation such as gorse, heather, dried grasses, and similar fuels are present. The notice is in effect until midday on Monday, July 14. Donegal County Council wishes to appeal to […]
Weather: Temperatures set to soar today
TODAY will be sunny, dry and very warm. While a touch of cloud will drift in at times, it will stay largely dry. Light winds and plenty of sunshine throughout, with highest temperatures of 24 to 27 degrees. Advertisement Tonight, there will be lots of evening sunshine and dry weather throughout with light winds. A […]
Park play area set to be named in honour of the late Fintan Houston
by Chris Ashmore A TOWN park playground in Letterkenny is set to be named in honour of a highly respected businessman, entrepreneur and accomplished fundraiser who passed away in 2022. The late Fintan Houston was a particularly well-known figure, not least for the creation of significant employment but also for extensive and significant fundraising endeavours that […]
Clerical reshuffle announced for parishes across diocese
By Róise Collins A NUMBER of clerical changes have been announced by Monsignor Kevin Gillespie, Administrator of the Diocese of Raphoe. The changes, which are to take effect on the weekend of August 16, include four retirements and the relocation of 13 priests. Advertisement Those retiring are parish priest Fr Francis McLoone from Killymard, parish […]