An Garda Síochána, in partnership with the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and other stakeholders, are continuing to carry out a 24-hour nationwide speed enforcement operation today as part of National Slow Down Day this evening. The initiative, which began at 12:01am this morning will continue until 11:59pm today, aiming to promote safer driving and reduce […]
Deaths in Donegal, Tuesday morning, December 23
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Wee Barney McFadden, Falcarragh Fiona Higgins, Letterkenny Advertisement Margaret Mallon, Kilmacrennan Daniel Galvin, Glenties Eugene Quinn, Dublin and Donegal Town Peter Gilmartin, Cork and Bundoran Pat Broderick, Ballyshannon Roisin Lee, Ballyshannon Gloria Patterson, Raphoe Denis Dunnion, Donegal Town Vincent Tully, Ballindrait Jane Greene, Redcastle Maria McCole, Redcastle […]
New grants set to revive Donegal main streets
THE recent announcement confirming the continuation of the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant to 2030, along with the introduction of a new ‘Vacant Above the Shop’ Grant aimed at converting unused upper floors of commercial buildings has been welcomed in Donegal. Donegal Deputy, Pat the Cope said the expanded scheme represents “a major opportunity for counties […]
A picture-perfect evening at Loreto Community School Milford prom
Our photographer Clive Wasson covered Loreto Community School’s prom in the Silver Tassie Hotel last Thursday.
HSA launches campaign to tackle silent killers on farms
THE Health and Safety Authority (HSA) will begin a week-long inspection campaign today, Monday, December 8. The campaign is aimed at improving farmers’ health and wellbeing which is a critical factor in reducing serious injuries and fatalities on farms. Farmers are at higher risk of certain health and wellness conditions due to the nature of […]
€500,000 Daily Million Plus prize won in Ardara remains unclaimed
THE National Lottery is urging Daily Million Plus players in the Ardara area to check their tickets from the 2pm draw on Sunday, October 12, as a €500,000 top prize remains unclaimed. The winning ticket was purchased at Ardara Filling Station, Portnoo Road, Ardara, on Friday, October 10. The winning Daily Million Plus numbers were: 9, […]
Donegal ATU’s Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery launched
A NEW Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery programme was launched at ATU’s Letterkenny Campus yesterday. The launch was officiated by the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, James Lawless TD. The new veterinary college, which will be located at the Donegal ATU’s site at Knocknamona in Letterkenny, will significantly strengthen […]
