CULTURE Night takes place in venues across the county this Friday, September 19. From sculpture trails and choral performances to open studios and poetry cafés, this year’s programme offers something for the whole family and every event is free to attend. Inishowen Carnival presents AN PÚCA At the heart of the celebrations is Letterkenny Town […]
Three taken to hospital following Newmills collision
THREE people have been taken to hospital following a collision at Newmills. Gardaí and emergency services remain at the scene of the two-vehicle collision which occurred on the R250 at approximately 9.50am this morning. Two people, a woman in her 80s and a woman in her 60s, were brought to Letterkenny University Hospital for treatment […]
Road closure following Newmills collision
A ROAD closure is currently in place following a road traffic collision in Newmills this morning. The collision occurred on the R250 this morning shortly before 10am. Diversions are in place via Newmills Bridge and at Rahedoge onto the L5994 through Druminaught. Advertisement The diversion route is narrow so HGV drivers should consider an alternative […]
Sisters looking forward to next chapter following Church apology
TWO sisters who were sexually abused by a former Donegal priest have encouraged other victims suffering in silence to “come forward and find the support you deserve”. Margaret and Paula Martin were abused by Con Cunningham when they were children. The former priest was sentenced to 15 months imprisonment in July 2021 for sexually abusing the two sisters […]
Emergency services respond to collision in Newmills
GARDAÍ and emergency services are currently at the scene of a collision at Newmills, Letterkenny. A garda spokesperson said: “As this incident is ongoing, there is no further information at this time.”
Motorists warned of traffic tailbacks on dual carriageway
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by Louise Doyle MOTORISTS are being urged to leave extra time for their journey if travelling on the inbound lane of the dual carriageway in Letterkenny this evening as maintenance works continue. There were long tailbacks on Tuesday evening and yesterday as Donegal County Council carried out essential maintenance works on the N13 Dual Carriageway between the Dry […]
Emergency services at scene of collision in Newtown
Emergency services are at the scene of a collision in Newtowncunningham, close to All Saints Church. One car is off the road and a trailer is damaged. Motorists in the area can expect delays. Advertisement No further information at this time.
‘The system is broken’
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By Róise Collins A much-needed childcare facility in the east of the county remains stalled more than 14 months after its planning permission was appealed to An Bord Pleanála, despite a growing childcare crisis in Donegal. The planned crèche, earmarked for the former River Club nightclub at Cloughfin, Castlefin, would cater for more than 100 […]
A blow for Ramelton as two businesses announce closure
THERE has been much disappointment in Ramelton this week after two popular food businesses announced their closure. The well known coffee van, Bambi and Bean took to social media earlier this week to notify their customers that they will be closing due to their barista making a career move across the country. The coffee van […]
€7 million allocated to transform the Old Letterkenny Courthouse
DONEGAL County Council has been allocated €7 million to transform the old Letterkenny Courthouse into a multi-functional education, entertainment and culture centre. The allocation is part of a €90 million funding packing announced by the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne under THRIVE – the Town Centre First Heritage Revival Scheme. Welcoming the announcement, […]