THE investigation into the fatal explosion at a building complex in Creeslough continues to be led by local gardaí in Donegal Division supported by the Garda National Bureau of Criminal Investigation (GNBCI) and the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) and the Commission for the Regulation of Utilities (CRU). As the third anniversary of this fatal […]
Council meeting adjourned after Creeslough families speak out
TODAY’S Plenary Meeting of Donegal County Council has been adjourned after families of the victims of the Creeslough tragedy hit out at council officials. They attended this morning’s meeting with local councillor Tomás Sean Devine, who is calling on the council to purchase the Creeslough explosion site as we approach the third anniversary of the […]
Granddaughter’s pride at opening of new Kay McNulty Data Centre
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By Paddy Walsh JUST over a century since the young Kathleen Rita McNulty left her native Creeslough with her family for a new and, as it turned out, remarkable life in the United States, her grand-daughter stood in front of the facility at Letterkenny ATU that bears her grandmother’s name. Behind her on the window, […]
Creeslough investigation: Man released without charge
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
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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
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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 […]