A 31-year-old woman has appeared in court after persuading a child to conceal a number of stolen items in a pram before the minor pushed it out of a store. Katelyn Reilly was further charged with a similar offence at another shop in Letterkenny. Addressing the case at Letterkenny District Court, Judge Éiteáin Cunningham said […]
Parenting: Children aren’t beyond the law if they are guilty of online bullying and harassment
By Louise Flanagan Handing a smartphone to a child is bound to be a daunting experience for any parent. Yes, the child will be ecstatic; there’ll be hugs and shrieks of “best parents ever!” Advertisement There will also be stern warnings about responsible use of the phone. Ground rules will be laid and the child […]
Donegal Council defends oak tree removal amid community outcry
DONEGAL County Council remains firm in its decision to remove a 90-year-old Sessile Oak tree in Ballyraine, despite appeals from local residents and environmental advocates. The tree, located between the entrances to Ballyraine Park and Orchard Grove, is set to be cut down to make way for a new cycle path as part of the […]
Extended roadworks to hit Buncrana road for ten nights
Drivers in Buncrana are being advised to plan ahead as major roadworks will take place on Cockhill Road from October 1st to 11th, 2024. Northstone, the construction company overseeing the project, will be carrying out the works between 7 PM and 7 AM each day. The night-time schedule is aimed at minimising disruption during peak […]
Donegal ladies present a brand new cleaning show on TG4
‘Is Mise le Mess’ is an exciting new cleaning show featuring some of Donegal’s most loveable cleaners who tour Ireland cleaning some of the country’s messiest homes. Airing on TG4 next month, the series follows Derena, Síle and Colleen as they dust bust, grapple with grime and clear out clutter. Packed with craic, handy tips […]
Celebrated nominees to be honoured at the annual Tip O’Neill awards event
The 2024 Tip O’Neill Irish Diaspora Awards take place this evening at the Inishowen Gateway Hotel in Buncrana. Presented by Donegal County Council and first initiated in 2012 as a means of commemorating the centenary of the birth of the late Tip O’Neill, the awards seek to recognise those who have excelled in their chosen […]
New inquest sought into Fahan man’s death in Altnagelvin
THE family of a former Customs and Excise Officer from Fahan, who died in the ICU at Altnagelvin Hospital in 1973, following a road traffic incident, are seeking a fresh inquest into his death. John O’Sullivan’s family have raised questions, contending that on arrival at the hospital, doctors had assessed his chance of recovery as […]
Almost 10,000 people are currently driving on a learner permit in Donegal
By Dionne Meehan PLANS to crackdown on motorists who have held provisional licenses for years have been delayed over fears of a surge in driving test applications. It comes as new figures reveal that in Donegal, 9,530 people are currently driving on a learner permit. Advertisement In June, Transport Minister Eamonn Ryan approved a plan […]
Vintners meeting told Donegal pubs will face closure without urgent VAT relief
Members of the Donegal Vintners’ Federation have raised serious concerns about the future of their industry. Publicans from across the county gathered in Cheers Bar, Ballybofey last Wednesday to discuss the devastating impact of rising operational costs, particularly the higher VAT rate, which they say is crippling small businesses in rural areas like Donegal. Publican […]
€12.27 million allocated to Donegal under Community Sports Facilities Fund
DONEGAL has been allocated €12,271,362 in grant allocations for sports clubs and facilities under phase two of the Community Sports Facilities Fund. Earlier this year, 45 clubs got €1,320,960 for equipment and the latest announcement means Donegal has received a total of €13,592,322 in 2024 through both phases of the programme. Welcoming the announcement, Donegal […]