By Róise Collins In the wake of the heart-breaking loss of two young men in Gorthahork, the local committee have organised an evening for the close-knit community to gather for healing and support. Stronger Together which takes place tomorrow night (Friday, April 11) offers a space for those affected to come together, talk, listen and […]
Water shortages are taking a toll across west Donegal
By Róise Collins HOUSEHOLDS across west Donegal are grappling with significant challenges due to ongoing water shortages, with some residents and farmers left without access to water for several days. Among those severely impacted is Katie Coyle from Falcarragh. She runs Caring Capall an equine-assisted service for those with additional and emotional needs. Advertisement While most […]
Weather: Warm and dry today with widespread sunshine
AFTER a chilly start to the day, it will be warm and dry with widespread sunshine. Highest temperatures of 16 to 20 degrees in light variable breezes. Tonight will be dry and mostly clear. Advertisement Areas of mist and fog will develop overnight. Lowest temperatures of 2 to 6 degrees in near calm conditions.
Donegal drivers caught speeding on National Slowdown Day
A Donegal motorist has been caught driving at 113km/h in a 100km/h zone on the N15 in Drumnagahan, as part of a nationwide clamp down on speeding for National Slowdown Day. The operation, led by An Garda Síochána in collaboration with the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and other key stakeholders, is taking place today, Wednesday […]
Weather: Today will be dry and sunny with highs of 19 degrees
TODAY will be dry and sunny once again with any mist clearing early on. Highest temperatures of 15 to 19 degrees. Tonight will be dry and clear with a few patches of mist and fog forming. Advertisement Lowest temperatures of 1 to 6 degrees.
Donegal students sought for Optum Ireland healthcare scholarships
QUEEN’S University Belfast is looking for local Donegal students to apply for scholarship opportunities to study healthcare and innovative healthcare technologies. The Optum Healthcare Regional Scholarship Programme aims to invest in a 21st-century health workforce and, crucially, promotes diversity in higher education by supporting young people from Donegal from less advantaged and non-traditional backgrounds. The […]
Donegal students encouraged to apply for increased support grants
DONEGAL Senator Nikki Bradley has urged eligible students in the county to apply to Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) now that applications for the 2025/26 academic year are open. Senator Bradley said the significant rise in grant thresholds means more students will now qualify for financial support. “The increase in student maintenance grants are a step […]
Applications open for the 2025 thatch repair grant scheme
Applications have now opened for the Donegal County Councils award-winning Thatch Repair Grant Scheme. Now in its seventh year, the scheme assists the owners and occupiers of historic thatched dwellings and businesses with their maintenance and repair. The scheme allows for small-scale thatch repairs from €500 up to €3,000. Advertisement “Over the past six years, Donegal […]
Witnesses sought following Ballybofey collision
GARDAÍ are appealing for witnesses following a two-vehicle collision in Ballybofey. The collision, involving a bus and a car, occurred on the N15 at Meencarrigagh, Ballybofey on Saturday, April 5 at approximately 12.40am. Both vehicles were travelling from Ballybofey towards Donegal Town at the time of the collision. The drivers of both vehicles were taken to Letterkenny […]
Donegal island features in new art exhibition showcasing offshore islands
by Evelyn Cullen RATHLIN O’Birne Island, situated two kilometres west of the Malin Beg coastline at the south-west tip of Donegal will feature in a striking new body of work focusing on Ireland’s offshore islands. “Ar an Imeall – On the Edge’ by Kildare based artist Pamela de Brí explores the in-depth story of Ireland’s offshore islands […]