By Diarmaid Doherty Deputy Pat ‘the Cope’ Gallagher said the thoughts of the community are with parish priest Fr Brian O Fearraigh and his parishioners following last night’s devastating fire at St Mary’s Church, Derrybeg. The overnight fire destroyed Teach Pobail Mhuire despite the efforts of fire crews who battled the blaze for several hours […]
Tributes to retiring garda sergeant
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by Paddy Walsh IN thirty years of dedicated service, Garda Sergeant Gerard Dalton earned his stripes and the plaudits of members of legal practitioners, the court services, and colleagues as he presented his final court sitting in Letterkenny. The Offaly native, who has served at a number of stations throughout the county, took his bow […]
Local groups urged to apply for digital literacy fund
Community groups in Donegal urged to apply for digital literacy fund for older adults
Business park expansion amidst tariff uncertainty
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Fresh hope for economic growth and job creation in Donegal
Jennings continues bright start to 2025 with Manx win
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by Chris Caldwell JUST a week after toasting victory at the Tour of the Sperrins Rally, Garry Jennings was spraying champagne following success at the Proflex Manx Rally. The Kesh man has been in fine form since the start of the 2025 season and on Friday and Saturday he continued to prove he’s as fast […]
Deaths in Donegal, Wednesday, April 16
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Joe (Joseph) Patton, Dublin and Rathmullan Joseph (Josie) Friel, Falcarragh Advertisement Shane McGrory, Ballintra Bella McClafferty, Killybegs John Connaghan, Churchill and Letterkenny John Browne, Ballyshannon and Waterford Joe (Joseph) Patton, Dublin and Rathmullan The death has occurred of Joe (Joseph) Patton, Raheny, Dublin and formerly of Rathmullan. […]
Market Square works
UNCERTAINTY still surrounds the future of the vacant site beside the Market Square, where hoardings were erected following the demolition of several old buildings. In response to a question submitted by Cathaoirleach of Letterkenny-Milford Municipal District Council, Cllr. Gerry McMonagle has been notified that there is an “ongoing review” of the case and finalisation of […]
Man to appear before court following the discovery of a body in Killybegs
A MAN in his 50s, charged in connection with the discovery of a body in Killybegs over the weekend, is set to appear before Carrick-on-Shannon District Court today. The body was discovered in Killybegs on Sunday at about 12.20pm, when gardaí and emergency services responded to a report of man found unresponsive at a residence […]
Emergency accommodation figures are released
by Caolagh Grimes THIRTY-two men, nine women and three families consisting of eight children and three adults are in emergency accommodation in Donegal. There have been recent enhancements in emergency accommodation to improve the quality oversight and effectiveness of homeless support in Donegal. Advertisement But, despite this, figures have risen by 10 per cent since December. To aid […]
Weather: Cloudy morning with sunny spells developing later
This morning will start off dry but a little cloudy, and sunny spells will develop later. More cloud will push in later but it will remain dry. Highest temperatures of 9 to 11 degrees. Advertisement Tonight there will be a mix of cloud and some clear spells. However, it will remain mostly dry with north-westerly […]