GARDAÍ are investigating a road traffic collision involving a car and a motorcycle in Inishowen. It occurred on the R238 at Three Trees, Quigley’s Point on Wednesday, June 24 shortly after 1pm. The motorcyclist was taken to hospital to receive medical treatment for injuries believed to be non-life threatening. Advertisement Gardaí say the driver of the car was […]
Bundoran gears up to ride wave of EuroSurf Junior 2026
BUNDORAN will welcome the next generation of European surfing talent this autumn as Irish Surfing prepares to host EuroSurf Junior, Bundoran 2026, running from September 24 to October 4. The championship will bring together more than 250 athletes, coaches, officials and delegates from over 20 nations to the Donegal surf town, showcasing both the standard […]
McConalogue welcomes VAT reduction to help Donegal businesses
THE reintroduction of the nine per cent VAT rate for food businesses and hairdressers will be a significant help for hundreds of Donegal businesses, according to local Minister of State, Charlie McConalogue. In line with the Programme for Government commitment, the nine per cent VAT rate came into effect from today, replacing the previous rate of […]
Ward warns of Donegal childcare crisis over defective concrete
TD CHARLES Ward has warned that Donegal childcare facilities affected by defective concrete face a growing crisis unless the government acts. The Donegal Deputy said Ireland is in the grip of a serious childcare crisis that has been allowed to continue for too long without meaningful government action, with parents struggling not just to afford […]
Letterbrick Water Supply funding described as ‘major breakthrough’
DEPUTY Pat the Cope Gallagher has welcomed the approval of €1,457,610 for the Letterbrick Water Supply Project in east Donegal. He described the funding, approved Minister Christopher O’Sullivan, as a “major breakthrough” for local residents who have endured drinking water difficulties for many years. Deputy Gallagher said he has worked closely with the Department of […]
Flags raised in Lifford to mark start of Ireland’s EU Presidency
DONEGAL County Council has marked the beginning of Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union. The Irish, EU and Polish flags were raised at County House, Lifford as part of a wider programme celebrating Donegal’s pairing with Poland and recognising the county’s strong European connections. Ireland began its Presidency of the Council of the European […]
Diggers smashed in Kilmacrennan
TWO diggers were smashed in Kilmacrennan. The incident occurred in the area of Ard Na Glaise in the early hours of Saturday, June 27 between approximately 4.50am and 5.05am. Two Hitachi diggers that were parked up at the back of the estate on a building site were damaged as the glass was smashed on them. Advertisement […]
Phone stolen from parked van in Letterkenny
GARDAÍ are investigating a theft in Letterkenny. The incident occurred at Upper Main Street on Thursday, June 25 between approximately 5.55am and 6.15am. A van that was parked at that location was entered between those times and a black Samsung mobile phone was stolen from the glove box. No damage was caused. Advertisement “We appeal to anyone […]
Letterkenny man warmly welcomed after 600km trek to Kinsale
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By Naomi Hamilton O’Donnell A DONEGAL man who walked 600km along a historic route to Kinsale had a triumphant welcome at his destination. Adrian Gallagher, who is from Carrigart but lives in Letterkenny, set out on foot from Donegal Castle and arrived in Co Cork just over three weeks later. Advertisement He told the Donegal […]
Man seriously injured after alleged assault in Buncrana
A MAN was seriously injured following an alleged assault in Buncrana at the weekend. The incident occurred on the Main Street at approximately 3.30am on Sunday, June 28. A man is reported to have been assaulted by another man at that location at that time. Advertisement He attended Letterkenny University Hospital following the incident to receive treatment […]