One arrested following spate of burglaries in Letterkenny


GARDAÍ have arrested a man in connection with a spate of burglaries in Letterkenny last week. The burglaries, which took place at seven premises, occurred between Thursday, September 19 and Friday, September 20. The man, who was arrested, remains in custody for questioning.


Gardaí investigating damage caused to a grave in Ramelton 


GARDAÍ are investigating damage caused to a grave in St Mary’s Church Graveyard in Ramelton. The damage is believed to have occurred on Friday, July 26 however, it was reported some weeks later. The damage was caused to a grave surround within the graveyard and it is believed to have happened in the morning time […]


Relief as missing Letterkenny teen located


A LETTERKENNY teenager who was reported missing last night has been found safe and well. Gardaí issued a public appeal for Gary Morrison (16) after he was last seen in St Johnston on Sunday, September 22. Gardaí later confirmed that he has been located. Advertisement A garda spokesperson said: “Gardaí would like to thank the […]


Weather: Cloudy today with sunny spells and scattered showers 


TODAY there will be a mix of cloud and sunny spells with just a few scattered showers. Highest temperatures of 12 to 15 degrees in a light to moderate west to northwest breeze. Tonight will be largely dry with clear spells and isolated showers, mainly for north facing coasts. Advertisement Lowest temperatures of 2 to […]


Investigations ongoing following single-vehicle collision in Letterkenny 


By Dionne Meehan  INVESTIGATIONS are ongoing following a single-vehicle road traffic collision in Letterkenny last night. The collision occurred at Tullygay shortly after 8pm. Advertisement The occupants of the car, a man in his 40s and a woman in her late teens, were taken to Lettekenny University Hospital for assessment. A garda spokesperson said: “Investigations […]


One arrested for dangerous driving in Rathmullan 


By Dionne Meehan GARDAÍ in Milford arrested one driver in connection with dangerous driving in Rathmullan last night. This comes as gardaí received reports of a number of cars involved in dangerous driving in the area. Advertisement A garda spokesperson said: “Gardaí arrested one driver in connection with the incidents and their car was seized […]


Deaths in Donegal, Tuesday morning, September 24


The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: – Anne Buggy (née Lydon), Ballyshannon and Galway -Yvonne MURPHY (née McGettigan) Templetown, Carlingford, Louth / Kilmacrennan Advertisement -Sophia Meehan (née Sweeney) Fanaghan, Inver -Joe Hannigan, 608 Killea, Carrigans -Robert Jenkins, Mondooey, Manorcunningham –Hugh Mc Cahill, Church Street, Ramelton – Shelia O’Donnell, Dublin and Dungloe – John McNulty, Mayo […]


Gardaí issue appeal for missing Letterkenny teenager


GARDAÍ are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 16-year-old Gary Morrison, who is missing from Letterkenny. The teen is missing since Sunday, September 22 and was last seen at approximately 12.30pm in St Johnston. A garda spokesperson said: “Gary is described as being approximately 5 feet 6 inches tall with a thin […]


Pringle will run for re-election in upcoming general election


Independent TD for Donegal, Thomas Pringle, has confirmed that he will run for re-election in the upcoming general election. Deputy Pringle said: “As an independent, I’ve always put people first, not party. I’m for real change that will put Donegal people and people around the country at the centre of Government thinking. That’s what’s been […]