By Dionne Meehan A LOCAL councillor is urging dog owners to keep their pets under control following reports of a second incident on the greenway in Muff at the weekend. Responding to claims that an individual was bitten by a dog on the greenway between Muff and Quigley’s Point on the Inishowen peninsula on Saturday, […]
‘Tough drive’ from Letterkenny didn’t dampen the Wolfe Tones’ performance at EP
THE Wolfe Tones gave a phenomenal performance at Electric Picnic on Sunday despite driving over four hours to get there. The exhausted band members had driven 330km from Letterkenny after headlining Summer Sessions on Saturday night. The world’s most famous republican band, made up of members Brian Warfield (78), Tommy Byrne (80) and Noel Nagle […]
Crimestoppers to crack down on ‘dodgy boxes’ and illegal streaming
A NEW campaign is launching across Ireland to encourage the public to share information about illegal streaming activities in the community. Running over six weeks on Facebook and Instagram, the campaign aims to gather intelligence on individuals or groups involved in advertising or selling illegal streaming subscriptions, modified firesticks or so called ‘dodgy boxes’. Digital […]
HSE ‘points’ to safe celebrations ahead of Leaving Cert results
AHEAD of the Leaving Certificate results tomorrow, the HSE is encouraging parents to help their children plan for safe celebrations. Having worked hard over the last number of years many students will want celebrate their achievements, which can be a worrying for parents. The HSE advises parents to have a brief, focused conversation about personal […]
Planning permission sought for major ATU development
by Louise Doyle PLANNING permission is being sought by Atlantic Technological University for a major development in Letterkenny. Permission has been lodged for the proposed development at ATU Donegal Letterkenny Campus, Port Road, Gortlee. Advertisement The proposed development will consist of the construction of a three storey library, IT and general education building (5156 sqm) […]
Man (40s) hospitalised following collision in Donegal Town
GARDAÍ and emergency services attended the scene of a two car collision in Donegal last night. The collision occurred on the N15 on Wednesday, August 21 at approximately 9pm. A garda spokesperson said: “. A man (40s) was injured and taken to Letterkenny University Hospital. Investigations are ongoing.”
Donegal artist shortlisted for AIB Portrait Prize at the National Gallery of Ireland
DONEGAL’S Neil-Jack Hamilton has been named among the 26 artists shortlisted for the AIB Portrait Prize. Mr Hamilton’s piece in oil on canvas titled ‘Jennifer McShane’ was shortlisted from hundreds of entries. The AIB Portrait Prize shortlist includes painting, drawing, sculpture, video and photography demonstrating the breadth of contemporary Irish art. Advertisement The winner of […]
Gardaí a ‘godsend’ at violent Church incident
by Louise Doyle “IT was a godsend gardaí were there. It doesn’t bear thinking about what could have happened if they weren’t.” Those were the words of Letterkenny Mayor Councillor Gerry McMonagle yesterday, speaking in the wake of a shocking incident on the grounds of the Church of the Irish Martyrs on Sunday. Advertisement Five men […]
Road resurfacing to commence at Dore junction today
DONEGAL County Council will be carrying out road resurfacing works at Dore junction R-257/N56 today and tomorrow, Friday, August 23. Traffic management will be in place and delays can be expected. Donegal County Council apologises for any inconvenience caused.
Weather forecast: Sunny spells for Donegal
FOLLOWING Hurricane Ernesto’s visit yesterday, according to Met Éireann, any remaining rain and drizzle is expected to clear this morning. As the day goes on, there will be sunny spells followed by a few showers. Coming into the evening, it will become mostly cloudy with outbreaks of rain and drizzle. Advertisement There will be moderate […]