Relief after missing Letterkenny man is located safe and well 


A DONEGAL man who was reported missing from Letterkenny has been found safe and well. Gardaí issued a public appeal for Daithí Harvey (25) after he went missing from Letterkenny on Saturday, December 14. A garda spokesperson said: “An Garda Síochána would like to thank the public and the media for their assistance.”

Stolen van found on fire in Fanad


A stolen van was found on fire in Fanad. Gardaí attended the scene of a road traffic collision at Ballykinard, Rosnakill, Fanad,  on Wednesday, December 11. They had been alerted to a vehicle on fire in the area at 7.35pm. The fire service were extinguished the fire prior to the arrival of gardaí. Extensive damage had been […]

Man needed medical treatment following weekend assault


A MAN had to receive medical treatment following an assault in Ballybofey at the weekend. Gardaí are investigating an alleged assault at a takeaway premises at Main Street, Ballybofey in the early hours of Saturday, December 14, at approximately 3.40am. A garda spokesperson urged anyone who was in the area with dash cam to make the footage […]

Own a unique piece of Irish whiskey heritage


CROLLY Distillery, Donegal’s first licensed whiskey distillery in 180 years, has released Cask 2 of its first direct fire-heated premium single malt. This historic Cask 2 release is limited to 270 bottles and gives whiskey lovers and collectors the chance to acquire their very own unique piece of Donegal whiskey heritage. Conor McMenamin, a co-founder […]

Weather: Windy today with heavy rain 


TODAY will be windy with outbreaks of rain, turning heavy at times. Highest afternoon temperatures of 10 to 12 degrees in strong southerly winds with gales at the coast. Tonight, there will be further outbreaks of rain but a clearance to scattered showers will follow from the west by dawn on Wednesday. Advertisement Lowest temperatures […]

Woman shares symbol of peace for Christian Aid


By Paul McElwee A UNIVERSAL sign of peace, something which many pray for especially at this time of year -the dove – is set to play an integral part in the festive season for one Rossnowlagh native who is using the symbol to draw attention to humanitarian crises across the globe. Judith Hinchcliff, a parishioner […]

Private Rooney killing: UN to release documents


By Dionne Meehan Two  years on from the murder of Private Seán Rooney in Lebanon, his family are still being kept in the dark about the events surrounding his death. The 24-year-old, pictured below, from Newtowncunningham was killed when a convoy of Irish troops serving with a UN peacekeeping mission was ambushed and fired upon on […]

Gardaí issue appeal for missing Letterkenny man 


GARDAÍ are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 25-year-old Daithí Harvey who is reported missing from Letterkenny. Mr Harvey is missing since Saturday, December 14. A garda spokesperson said: “Daithí is described as being 6 foot 1 inch in height with a medium build. He has short, blonde hair and blue eyes. […]

Fire crews praised for quick response to Moville fire


By Dionne Meehan A DONEGAL councillor has praised emergency services for their quick response after a fire broke out at the old Gullaghduff Mill in Moville. Thankfully there were no injuries as a result of the blaze which broke out late on Friday afternoon. Advertisement Local councillor Martin Farren said it took almost seven hours for […]