The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: –Philomena Mc Allister, Clareden Drive, Donegal Town –Colm McHugh, 249 Townparks, Convoy Advertisement –Nora Doherty (née Blaney) Sappagh, Muff –Eileen Greene (née Sweeney) Loughanure -Rose Kelly (née Byrne) 27 Blackrock Drive, Ballybofey -Dessie Lafferty, 481, The Curragh, Killygordon -Oliver NorrisCogaula, Westport, Mayo / Lifford, Donegal / Streamstown, […]
Donegal Council retains 15% LPT rate after heated debate
At a recent meeting of the Donegal County Council, members debated the future of the Local Property Tax (LPT) rate, which has been set at 15% above the baseline since 2020. The council faced three proposals: to maintain the current 15% increase, reduce it by 15%, or return it to the baseline. The first proposal, […]
Call for volunteers as diocese prepares to host the relics of St. Bernadette
ST. EUNAN’S Cathedral in Letterkenny is preparing to host the Relics of St. Bernadette from Friday, October 11 to Sunday 13 and volunteers are urgently needed to assist with the large-scale event. This sacred occasion will feature a variety of religious services, including Masses, public prayers, confessions, and night vigils, drawing visitors from across Donegal […]
Donegal to escape worst of weather warnings but rainy days still ahead
While Donegal is set to dodge the brunt of the severe weather currently sweeping across the country, we are still in for a few damp days ahead. A series of Status Orange and Yellow rain warnings have been issued for several southern counties today and tomorrow, with Met Éireann predicting the heaviest downpours and potential […]
Local Link upgrades Letterkenny to Fanad service with new route
Local Link has announced significant improvements to its Letterkenny-Fanad service, rebranded as Route 973, which will take effect on Monday, October 7th. The newly upgraded Route 973, previously known as Route 300, will offer up to ten daily return trips between Letterkenny and Kerrykeel, operating seven days a week. Of these, six services will extend […]
Irish tradition meets modern flair in Diane Cannon’s latest release
LAST Sunday, the enchanting voice of Diane Cannon, a beloved figure in traditional Irish music and culture, introduced the world to her latest work. The Meenlaragh native released “Bean an Fhir Ruaidh,” the first single from her much-anticipated upcoming album. The song is a local version of a well-known traditional piece, generously shared by sean-nós […]
Deaths in Donegal, Friday evening, September 27
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: -Seamus Byrne, Liscooly, Castlefin -Brendan Mc Manus, Cavan Hill, Lifford Advertisement -Danny Walsh Milestone House, Ballyraine, Letterkenny -Rose Theresa Mc Dermott (née Cannon) Birmingham and formerly Magheroarty, Gortahork –Rita Bradley, 35 Woodlawn, Stranorlar, formerly Rosslare, Co. Wexford Seamus Byrne, Liscooly, Castlefin The death has occured at Letterkenny […]
Extended roadworks to hit Buncrana road for ten nights
Drivers in Buncrana are being advised to plan ahead as major roadworks will take place on Cockhill Road from October 1st to 11th, 2024. Northstone, the construction company overseeing the project, will be carrying out the works between 7 PM and 7 AM each day. The night-time schedule is aimed at minimising disruption during peak […]
New inquest sought into Fahan man’s death in Altnagelvin
THE family of a former Customs and Excise Officer from Fahan, who died in the ICU at Altnagelvin Hospital in 1973, following a road traffic incident, are seeking a fresh inquest into his death. John O’Sullivan’s family have raised questions, contending that on arrival at the hospital, doctors had assessed his chance of recovery as […]
Almost 10,000 people are currently driving on a learner permit in Donegal
By Dionne Meehan PLANS to crackdown on motorists who have held provisional licenses for years have been delayed over fears of a surge in driving test applications. It comes as new figures reveal that in Donegal, 9,530 people are currently driving on a learner permit. Advertisement In June, Transport Minister Eamonn Ryan approved a plan […]