A MAN in his 50s, charged in connection with the discovery of a body in Killybegs over the weekend, is set to appear before Carrick-on-Shannon District Court today. The body was discovered in Killybegs on Sunday at about 12.20pm, when gardaí and emergency services responded to a report of man found unresponsive at a residence […]
Emergency accommodation figures are released
by Caolagh Grimes THIRTY-two men, nine women and three families consisting of eight children and three adults are in emergency accommodation in Donegal. There have been recent enhancements in emergency accommodation to improve the quality oversight and effectiveness of homeless support in Donegal. Advertisement But, despite this, figures have risen by 10 per cent since December. To aid […]
Charles Dooher said to be in excellent spirits following major surgery
A LIFFORD man, who was left fighting for his life after a brutal attack in his home, is said to be in excellent spirits after undergoing what is hopefully his last major surgical operation. Charles Dooher, 26, sustained catastrophic injuries following the attack by five heavily armed and masked men on January 20. He was […]
Weather: Cloudy morning with sunny spells developing later
This morning will start off dry but a little cloudy, and sunny spells will develop later. More cloud will push in later but it will remain dry. Highest temperatures of 9 to 11 degrees. Advertisement Tonight there will be a mix of cloud and some clear spells. However, it will remain mostly dry with north-westerly […]
Frustration over poor flow of information from Irish Water
By Chris Ashmore FRUSTRATION is growing among local councillors in relation to a poor flow of information from Irish Water in relation to several important infrastructure projects in the area. And now calls have come from Cllr. Donal ‘Mandy’ Kelly for a special meeting between councillors and Irish Water. Advertisement Speaking at the April meeting of Letterkenny-Milford […]
Councillor claims health ministers are allergic to Donegal
MINISTERS for Health are allergic to Donegal – that was the assertion made by a Donegal councillor at the monthly meeting of Donegal Co. Council. Cllr. Tómas Seán Devine was speaking during a debate on how councillors have not been able to get a meeting with the management of Letterkenny University Hospital to discuss a […]
Council launch 2025 Big Donegal Clean-Up campaign
THE 2025 Big Donegal Clean-Up campaign was officially launched at the pier in Donegal Town, bringing together more than 70 people in a celebration of community and collaboration. Organised by Donegal County Council’s Environment team, the event marked the beginning of a county-wide initiative dedicated to protecting and enhancing the local environment. Special recognition was […]
Day Services for older persons return in Lifford area
Day Services for Older Persons in the Lifford area have resumed today. Services had ceased due to the Covid-19 pandemic but are now in operation once more. The Day Centre, located at the Habinteg Housing Association in Lifford town, offers services for Older Persons in the Lifford Catchment Area which includes, Castlefin, Convoy, Raphoe, St […]
Siblings to take on Strabane Lifford Half Marathon in memory of sister
THE brother and sister of a Strabane nurse who tragically lost her life in a car accident last year are continuing the selfless, kindness and compassion she was renowned for by running the 2025 Strabane Lifford Half Marathon in her memory next month. Oonagh Burns dedicated her life to caring for family’s loved ones suffering […]
North West Migrants Forum awarded €3m peace funding
Cross-border collaboration will help build ‘Ireland for all’