The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: John (Eoin) Kelly, Letterkenny and Fintown Sean P. Gallagher, Bundoran Advertisement Rose (Rósha) Carr, Glencolmcille Frances Boyle, Barnesmore Hugh McFadden, Galway and Gweedore Charles David Moffitt, Dunfanaghy Ann McGrory, Fintown John (Eoin) Kelly, Letterkenny and Fintown The death has occurred of John (Eoin) Kelly, Driminaught, Newmills, Letterkenny […]
Twelve apartments approved for Milford
DONEGAL County Council is set to go ahead with the construction of 12 new apartments in the centre of Milford as part of its social housing plans. The 0.5 hectare site is owned by the council and is located between Milford Fire Station and the Education and Training Board premises. The development will comprise two […]
Anger over rise in illegal dumping in West Donegal
By Róise Collins COUNCILLORS in West Donegal have voiced their concern over the escalating issue of illegal dumping in the area, calling for stronger measures to tackle the problem. Cllr Michael McClafferty expressed his frustration, stating that the situation has spiralled out of control. Advertisement “Respect has completely gone out the window, and it must […]
Meeting with parents and Minister Moynihan “positive and constructive” – McConalogue
A MEETING between Minister for Special Education, Michael Moynihan and parents of children looking to secure a place at Little Angels Special School in Letterkenny held in Leinster House on Wednesday evening has been described by Donegal Minister of State, Charlie McConalogue, as positive and constructive. Speaking after the meeting, the Minister of State with special […]
Donegal nurse tells of harrowing ordeal of harassment from neighbour
A DONEGAL nurse has told of how she was left living in “a state of fear” and “feeling suicidal” following a sustained campaign of harassment over a 12-month period by her neighbour. Rebecca McCollum said she “still looks over her shoulder” and continues to attend counselling following the harrowing series of incidents perpetrated by Francis […]
Weather: Mostly dry with occasional breezes
Today will be largely dry, although breezy. Highest temperatures of 12 to 17 degrees. Tonight cloud will thicken with some light outbreaks of rain, along with longer clear spells at times. Advertisement Lowest temperatures of 6 to 8 degrees.
Deaths in Donegal, Thursday, April 3
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Sean P. Gallagher, Bundoran Rose (Rósha) Carr, Glencolmcille Advertisement Frances Boyle, Barnesmore Ann McGrory, Fintown Hugh McFadden, Galway and Gweedore Charles David Moffitt, Dunfanaghy Sean P. Gallagher, Bundoran The death has occurred of Sean P. Gallagher, Ardfarna, Bundoran. Mr Gallagher passed away unexpectedly but peacefully in the […]
Danny Gallagher remembered as a true gentleman at his requiem Mass
By Dionne Meehan DOWNINGS native Danny Gallagher was remembered as a true gentleman at his funeral Mass this morning. Mr Gallagher, of the Glebe, Downings, sadly passed away following a fatal single-vehicle collision in Carrigart on Saturday, March 29. Advertisement Requiem Mass took place in the Church of St John the Baptist this morning, where […]
Upgrade works to enhance water supply in Clonmany and Meendoran
UISCE Éireann customers in Clonmany and Meendoran can look forward to more confidence in their water supply as the utility has prioritised the replacement of more than 2.5km of old and damaged water mains. These works will take place along the R238 from Meendoran Bridge to Ballyliffen Junction in Clonmany. Homes and businesses in Clonmany will […]
Cannabis worth €2.2 million seized in Lifford
TWO men have been arrested after herbal cannabis worth an estimated value of €2.2 million was seized in Lifford. As part of an intelligence-led operation, Revenue officers seized approximately 112kgs of herbal cannabis in the town yesterday. This seizure was made as a result of a joint operation conducted by the Garda National Drugs and Organised Crime […]