A man, aged in his 40s, who was arrested yesterday (Friday) as part of the investigation into the fatal explosion at a building complex in Creeslough, has been released without charge. In a statement this morning, Gardai say a file will be prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions. Ten people lost their lives in […]
Man (40s) arrested in connection with Creeslough explosion
A man aged in his 40s has been arrested in connection with the fatal Creeslough explosion. Ten people died in the explosion at a service station on October 7, 2022. Many others were injured. The man was arrested this morning for alleged offences contrary to the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act 1997. Advertisement The […]
Sister of Creeslough victim says family cannot heal without the truth
By Dionne Meehan A WOMAN who lost her sister in the Creeslough explosion has said she fears her parents will die before they get any answers. Lisa Gallagher said the past three years have felt like a never-ending cycle of uncertainty. Advertisement Her younger sister Jessica was killed in her hometown in the October 2022 tragedy. […]
Creeslough Sheep Show raises funds for local youth club
THE Creeslough Sheep Show recently took place in The Field, Creeslough. The event began with a section for young handlers, providing an opportunity for local youth to demonstrate their skills in showing sheep. In the Aged Ram category, Mick O’Donnell took first place, followed by Tommy Lagan in second and Caolán Mc Gee in third. Advertisement […]
Lawsuits filed by families impacted by Creeslough tragedy
FAMILIES and relatives of those killed and injured in the Creeslough tragedy have initiated personal injury cases, RTÉ has reported. Solicitor Damien Tansey has submitted civil cases on behalf of 25 people impacted by the tragedy in October 2022, including families of those killed in the explosion. There are also further lawsuits which include claims […]
Fr John Joe welcomes continued support from Red Cross as remaining funds allocated
By Róise Collins AS the remaining funds from the Creeslough Community Support Fund are allocated, Fr John Joe Duffy has spoken of the importance of remembering that the challenging journey continues for those most deeply affected by the October 2022 tragedy. Speaking to the Donegal News following a meeting held by the Irish Red Cross […]
Motorcyclist injured in weekend collision
A MOTORCYCLIST sustained serious injuries in a collision at Derrfad on Sunday. The single vehicle collision occurred on the N56 at Derryfad, between Creeslough and Termon, on Sunday, July 13, shortly after 4.15pm. The motorcyclist had been travelling from Creeslough towards Termon when the collision occurred. The driver of the motorcycle sustained serious injuries that are not believed […]
Red Cross to allocate last of Creeslough funding
By Dionne Meehan THE Irish Red Cross will hold an open meeting in Creeslough tomorrow evening to outline how the remainder of the Creeslough funding will be allocated. This time last year, the national charity indicated that the €144,146 being held in the fund would go towards ongoing trauma support, youth development initiatives and miscellaneous matters […]
Motorcyclist seriously injured in Creeslough collision
A MOTORCYCLIST has sustained serious injuries following a single vehicle collision in Creeslough. Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of the collision on the N56 at approximately 4.20pm yesterday, July 13. A garda spokesperson said: “The motorcyclist, a man in his 30s, was removed to Letterkenny University Hospital with serious, but non-life-threatening injuries.” Advertisement […]
Creeslough development refusal has ‘restored faith’
by Louise Doyle A SOLICITOR representing a number of bereaved Creeslough families has said they remain committed to securing a public inquiry into the cause of the circumstances of the tragedy which claimed the lives of their loved ones. Darragh Mackin, of Phoenix Law, made his comments on Friday after An Bord Pleanála quashed the application for […]