POLICE investigating the attempted murder of Detective Chief Inspector John Caldwell in Omagh have today released footage of the car believed to have been used by the gunmen. At approximately 8pm on Wednesday evening, two gunmen approached John as he was putting footballs into the boot of his car at the youth sports centre on […]
Northern Lights may light up Donegal skies tonight again
Good news for anyone who missed it last night, there may be another chance to clearly see the Northern Lights in Donegal tonight. Last night, there was magnificent sights across the county with many people capturing stunning images of the Northern Lights colourfully lighting up the skies. It is hoped that the lights will appear […]
Over 40 homes created from vacant commercial premises
NEW figures published today show that since 2018 Donegal County Council has received 23 notifications of intention to build for a total of 41 homes from those planning to convert vacant commercial premises into homes. In 2022, Donegal County Council received notifications of 11 exempted developments aimed at providing 24 homes. In Donegal, three pubs […]
Lifford Players Drama Group set to open Strabane Drama Festival 2023
WITH less than three weeks to go, the countdown is now on to Strabane’s Premier Drama Festival. The festival opens at the Alley Theatre on Friday March 17 with Lifford Players Drama Group ‘When Elephants Collide’ by Edward Flanagan. A tale of inheritance. A family in crisis. A father who doesn’t know which child to […]
New boat for Donegal Bay search and rescue team
DONEGAL Town based Donegal Bay Sub Aqua Club Search and Recovery has welcomed a brand new boat to the crew. The new vessel ‘Cailín Deas’ arrived with the delighted group over the weekend. Advertisement A spokesperson for the group said, “The club were very proud to welcome Timmy from Atlantic Composites with our new […]
Waterworld announces opening date
The team at Waterworld in Bundoran has announced that it will open to the public for the 2023 season on Monday April 3 at 11am. The popular indoor waterpark, which has been a firm family favourite for 3 decades, will be open for the full two weeks of the Easter break, a traditionally busy time […]
Relief as Ballybofey teenager found
The teenager who went missing from her home in Ballybofey has been found safe and well. Yesterday, Gardaí issued an appeal for information over the whereabouts of Rhianna McCloskey (14) who was missing from Ballybofey since Friday, 24th February 2023. A statement issued by Gardaí this morning confirmed she “has been located safe and well.” […]
Gardaí issue appeal over missing Ballybofey girl
Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 14-year-old Rhianna McCloskey who went missing from her home in Ballybofey, yesterday morning, Friday 24th February 2023. Rhianna is described as being 5 feet 2 inches tall with a slim build. She has black hair and brown eyes. Advertisement When last seen, Rhianna was wearing […]
Gardaí warn of new scam targeting Donegal people
Donegal Gardaí have issued a warning over a text message scam currently doing the rounds. The message appears to be from eFlow and claims the customer has an outstanding balance. eFlow is the operator of the barrier-free tolling system on Dublin’s M50 motorway. A spokesperson for local Gardaí said, “This is yet another example of […]
Brave Rocco to be laid to rest today
THE funeral of Rocco McGinley will be held in Buncrana this morning. Rocco passed away on Tuesday morning surrounded by his family. His funeral is to take place this morning (Friday) with requiem Mass at St Mary’s Oratory in Buncrana at 10am followed by burial in Cockhill cemetery. Rocco (15) from Buncrana and a pupil […]