Relief as missing Donegal teen found safe after two weeks 


A DONEGAL teenager who was reported missing last night has been found safe and well. Gardaí issued a public appeal for Ethan Coyle (18) after he went missing from Bridgend on August, 27. Gardaí later confirmed that he has been located. Advertisement A garda spokesperson said: “We would like to thank the public and media […]

Donegal Garda Superintendent makes personal road safety plea


by Jerome Hughes DONEGAL Garda Superintendent, David Kelly, has passionately urged community cooperation to prevent road tragedies, insisting that the aim is to save lives rather than secure convictions. Speaking to Donegal News, Supt. Kelly recalled a personal experience from his youth, where his father highlighted the community’s role in ensuring responsible driving. Advertisement “When […]

Man in his 40s dies in Bridgend collision


GARDAÍ attended the scene of a fatal road traffic collision that occurred at Carrowreagh, Bridge End yesterday morning, Tuesday August 29. The single vehicle collision involving a car occurred between 8.30am and 9am. The male driver of the car, aged in his 40’s, was pronounced deceased at the scene. Advertisement His body has been removed to the […]

Road closed in Bridgend following collision


Gardaí and emergency services are currently attending the scene of a road traffic collision at Carrowreagh, Bridge End this morning, Tuesday August 29. The road is currently closed and local diversions have been put in place. No further information is available at this time, a Garda spokesperson told the Donegal News.

Caitlin’s heartbroken classmates treated to a special day out


THE heartbroken classmates of little Caitlin Strain, who passed away a few weeks ago, have been treated to a very special day out. Caitlin (9) lost her brave two-year battle with a brain tumour in November. The beautiful and vibrant youngster was a much-loved pupil of St Aengus’ National School in Bridgend, where she had […]

Have your say on Draft Seven Strategic Towns Local Area Plan


Public consultation events have been taking place on the Draft Local Area Plan for seven towns in Donegal with more events to take place over the next two weeks. These events have been organised by Donegal County Council following the publishing of a Draft Local Area Plan for the towns of An Clochán Liath (Dungloe), […]