Gardaí have arrested a man in connection with the Creeslough explosion. The man, aged in his 60s, was arrested this morning for alleged offences contrary to the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act 1997. He is currently detained under the provisions of Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984 at a Garda station in […]
Ulster Rugby Girls U14 Cup renamed in memory of Creeslough victim Leona Harper
THE Ulster Rugby Girls U14 Cup has been renamed in memory of Leona Harper. Leona (14), who played for Letterkenny Rugby Club, sadly lost her life following a tragic explosion in Creeslough in 2022. She was one of ten people who passed away following the tragic incident.
Creeslough families push for public inquiry at meeting with government
SOME of the families of those who died in the Creeslough explosion yesterday met with Justice Minister Helen McEntee to press for a public inquiry. Gardaí continue to investigate the circumstances of the explosion that ripped through the village’s service station and a nearby apartment block on the afternoon of Friday, October 7, 2022. Ten people including […]
Creeslough tragedy victims to be remembered two years on
By Dionne Meehan THE BELL of St Michael’s Church will ring in solemn memory of the ten lives claimed by the Creeslough explosion at 3.17pm today, exactly two years on from the tragedy. Those who died were Robert Garwe and his five-year-old daughter Shauna Flanagan Garwe, Catherine O’Donnell and her 13-year-old son James Monaghan; James […]
Events planned to mark second anniversary of Creeslough tragedy
By Kate Heaney AS the families and friends of those who tragically died in the explosion in Creeslough two years ago mark the loss of their loved ones, Mass and a Prayer Service will be held in their memory in the coming days. Parish Priest Fr John Joe Duffy, together with the families, are holding […]
Creeslough victims’ families appeal for public inquiry into explosion
The families of seven of the victims from the Creeslough explosion have called on the Minister for Justice to establish a public inquiry into the tragic event. Their lawyer, Darragh Mackin of Phoenix Law, has written to Helen McEntee, urging the creation of an independent investigation. The explosion, which occurred in October 2022, claimed ten […]
Remembering the star that was Bridie Gallagher – born 100 years ago today
CREESLOUGH native and international singing star Bride Gallagher was born 100 years ago today. As this milestone date approaches, her achievements and acclaim was documented by Brian Maye in this week’s An Irishman’s Diary. It may come as a surprise to many, particularly those of a younger generation, that the woman from Creeslough with the […]
Donegal man’s company could yield lucrative earner for local bog owners
By Kate Heaney OWNERS of Donegal’s many bogs may see a lucrative income from their lands in the future, if a company founded by a Creeslough native becomes a major trader in carbon credits. Cathal Friel’s company European Green Transition plc (EGT) plans will also dovetail with the EU’s drive to re-wet bogs. Advertisement It […]
Charity Car Show organised in memory of Leona Harper
A special car showwill take place in Letterkenny later this month in memory of Leona Harper. The 14-year-old school girl was one of the ten people who died in the Creeslough explosion on October 7, 2022. Taking place on Sunday, July 28 at Snugborough in Bonagee, the Etheral Charity Car Show aims to raise funds […]
Irish Red Cross responds to bereaved father’s claims
Irish Red Cross has responded to claim made by a bereaved father whose daughter was one of 10 people who lost their lives in the Creeslough tragedy