By Chris Ashmore PLANS to develop a multi-million euro two-acre urban parkland in the centre of Letterkenny – along with pedestrian linkages and a new Creative Enterprise Hub – are set to be accelerated in the coming months. Donegal County Council intends to develop a large tract of largely unused land behind properties on Upper […]
Two arrested following alleged stabbing in Ballybofey
A MAN and woman have been arrested following an alleged stabbing in Ballybofey last night. A man (30s) was taken to Letterkenny University Hospital following the incident. A garda spokesperson said: “Gardaí have arrested a man and woman following an assault which occurred at a residence in Ballybofey, Donegal at approximately 9pm on Wednesday, October […]
Weather: Bright day ahead with sunny spells and scattered showers
TODAY will be a bright day with sunny spells and scattered showers, with some heavy showers possible. The showers will become lighter and more isolated in the evening. Very high spring tides will bring a possibility of coastal flooding. Advertisement Highest temperatures of 13 to 15 degrees. Later, there will be a dry and largely […]
Deaths in Donegal, Thursday, October 17
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: – Teresa Marie O’Rourke, Carrigart – Nellie Mc Elhinney, Falcarragh Advertisement – John Mc Geary, Armagh, Cavan, Donegal and Monaghan – Gabriel Mc Carron, Killygordon and formerly Fermanagh – Mary Mansfield, Dublin and Falcarragh – Daniel Mackay, Letterkenny and Australia – Joan Considine, Dublin and Malin Head – Susan Whoriskey, Gortahork Teresa Marie […]
Family return home 268 days after lightning strike
By Dionne Meehan A FAMILY whose house was left uninhabitable after being struck by lightning in January moved back into their family home this week. After 268 days, the Nesbitt family from Newtowncunningham were pleased to share the good news on Tuesday night. Advertisement At the start of this year, their home was one of […]
Weather: Cloudy and damp morning
THIS morning will be cloudy and damp with outbreaks of rain and drizzle. The rain will clear in the morning. During the afternoon and evening, further patchy rain will spread from the south. Advertisement Today will be mild with highest temperatures of 15 to 17 degrees. Very high spring tides will bring a chance of […]
Deaths in Donegal, Wednesday, October 16
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: – John Mc Geary, Armagh, Cavan, Donegal and Monaghan – Gabriel Mc Carron, Killygordon and formerly Fermanagh Advertisement – Mary Mansfield, Dublin and Falcarragh – Daniel Mackay, Letterkenny and Australia – Joan Considine, Dublin and Malin Head – Susan Whoriskey, Gortahork – Michael Kelly, Westmeath and Letterkenny – Martin Gallagher, […]
Road markings ‘terrible’ across Letterkenny
ROAD markings on many roads around Letterkenny are so poorly marked that they are impacting on road safety, and also posing a major problem for learner drivers, it has been claimed. Raising the matter at the monthly meeting of Letterkenny-Milford Municipal District Council, Cathaoirleach Councillor Gerry McMonagle said that the town has 7.2km of roads […]
Local businesses encouraged to apply for Energy Efficiency Grant of up to €10,000
THE Donegal Local Enterprise Office is urging eligible businesses throughout the county to take advantage of the recently expanded Energy Efficiency Grant, aimed at helping local enterprises reduce their energy consumption and lower operating costs. This grant, with funding of up to €10,000, provides an excellent opportunity for businesses to enhance their energy efficiency, contributing […]
Controversial curriculum brings large turnout to public meeting
by Evelyn Cullen MORE than 100 parents and teachers attended a public meeting in Letterkenny to air their concerns about the current and proposed Social, Personal and Health Education (SPHE) curriculum for the Junior Cycle in secondary schools. Concerns cited at the meeting included that the course contains sexually explicit material that they say is […]