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 […]
Death occurs of former county councillor Séamus Rodgers
As Donegal prepares itself to go to the polls next week in the General Election, there is sadness in the county today at the news of the death of a man who gave much of his life to local politics. Former Donegal County Councillor Séamus Rodgers passed away last evening at the age of 90. […]
Driving conditions dangerous after overnight snow
By Diarmaid Doherty Driving conditions are extremely hazardous in parts of Donegal this morning and motorists are being urged to take care on their journeys. Donegal County Council’s road gritting teams were out in force overnight, but a number of routes are proving dangerous, particularly those that have not been treated. Advertisement Another weather warning […]
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.
Deaths in Donegal, Wednesday, November 20
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Willie John Doherty, Ballyshannon David Farrell, Ballyshannon Advertisement Kathleen Chambers (née McKinney), Derry and Donegal Bridget (Bridie) Brook, Crossroads Danny Sweeney, Bunbeg George Sterritt, Dunfanaghy Breege McGee (née Moyne), Buncrana Betty Pitcher, Inver Josephine Canning, Dublin and Downings Willie John Doherty, Ballyshannon The death has occurred of […]
Yellow snow and ice warning for Donegal extended
A YELLOW snow and ice warning for Donegal has been extended until 11am today. Possible impacts of this weather may include poor visibility and difficult travel conditions. Meanwhile, a yellow low temperature/ice warning for Ireland will come into effect at 8pm tonight. Advertisement Temperatures are set to plummet as low as -3 today and into […]
Weather: Very cold and wintry day ahead
THIS morning will be very cold with outbreaks of rain gradually turning to sleet and possibly snow over higher ground. Sunny and dry spells will develop this afternoon with highest temperature of 3 to 6 degrees in a chilly breeze. Tonight will be mostly dry with clear spells. Advertisement A few showers will drift in […]
Deaths in Donegal, Tuesday, November 19
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Danny Sweeney, Bunbeg George Sterritt, Dunfanaghy Advertisement Breege McGee (née Moyne), Buncrana Nan (Anastasia) Henry, Greencastle Anna French, Lifford Nora T Quinn, Glenties Betty Pitcher, Inver Peter Hoines, Ballyshannon and Tyrone Josephine Canning, Dublin and Downings Danny Sweeney, Bunbeg The death has occurred of Danny Sweeney, Magheralosk, […]
New smart ring buoys in place at 20 locations around the county
By Chris Ashmore TWENTY life buoys around Donegal have been fitted with special sensors to detect if they are removed from their stands. It’s all part of a pilot project to try and ensure that more lifebuoys are in place when there is an emergency, and is a direct response to theft and vandalism issues. […]
Concerns expressed again over lack of burial spaces in Letterkenny
A workshop is set to be held by Letterkenny-Milford Municipal District Council to discuss the possibility of establishing a new cemetery in the Letterkenny area. At the November meeting of Letterkenny-Milford Municipal District Council, Cllr. Ciaran Brogan proposed that they have a workshop to discuss the matter. He pointed out that Conwal Graveyard is “filling […]