Uisce Éireann has advised motorists and members of the public of a road closure in Keadue. The road closure will be in place along the R-259 until Friday, August 8. It will facilitate works to replace old cast iron water mains which will ensure a more reliable water supply. Advertisement This work comes as part of […]
Taxi driver numbers fall by 18 per cent in Donegal
NEW figures from the National Transport Authority (NTA) reveal that Donegal has still not recovered its pre-Covid taxi driver numbers, as it experienced a 18 per cent drop since 2019. The figures show that despite Ireland’s population growing by 8.5 per cent from 2019 to 2024 and inbound tourism numbers rising by five per cent from 2023 to 2024, taxi driver […]
Spend on policing Donegal International Rally revealed
by Louise Doyle AN Garda Síochána spent almost €800,000 policing the Donegal International Rally in a three-year period, we can reveal. Figures released to this newspaper through a request under the Freedom of Information Act show that the amount of money spent on policing and resourcing rally events from 2022 to 2024 has steadily increased. Advertisement A total of €793,625 […]
Pride fundraiser relocated following objections
By Róise Collins A DONEGAL County Councillor has underlined the importance of supporting local Pride events after objections forced a last-minute change of venue for a Letterkenny Pride fundraiser scheduled for yesterday afternoon. Cllr Declan Meehan, a long-time supporter of Letterkenny Pride, emphasised the importance of maintaining Pride events in the town. Advertisement “It’s so […]
Weather: Mostly cloudy day with outbreaks of rain and drizzle
THIS morning there will be some brighter intervals, but overall it will be mostly cloudy with outbreaks of rain and drizzle. It will become drier and brighter later. Highest temperatures of 17 to 22 degrees with light to moderate winds. Advertisement Tonight will become largely dry with clear spells. Isolated showers with some fog patches […]
Deaths in Donegal, Monday, June 30
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Molly Stack, Donegal Town Patrick (Pat) O’Doherty, Dublin and Buncrana Advertisement Anthony Doherty, Dungloe Bridget Devine, Lifford Mary Boyce Ramelton John Doherty, Kerrykeel Michael O’Leary, Dublin and Carndonagh Martina Connors, Letterkenny Molly Stack, Donegal Town The death has occurred of Molly Stack (née Roe) , Donegal Town […]
Deaths in Donegal, Sunday, June 29
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Bridget Devine, Lifford Mary Boyce Ramelton Advertisement John Doherty, Kerrykeel Michael O’Leary, Dublin and Carndonagh Martina Connors, Letterkenny Bridget Devine, Lifford The death took place on Sunday, June 29 of Bridget Devine, Main Street, Lifford. Beloved daughter of the late Bella and Hugh Devine and much-loved […]
Government putting Donegal ‘front and centre’ of rural regeneration – McConalogue
DONEGAL Minister of State, Charlie McConalogue says Donegal is being prioritised under the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund. He was speaking at the official opening of the Killybegs 2040 – Town Centre Regeneration Project, which he performed along with the Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council, Cllr Niamh Kennedy. “The Government is putting Donegal front and […]
Burst water main causing traffic delays in Letterkenny
MOTORISTS should be advised of heavy traffic in and around the Ballyraine area of Letterkenny this lunchtime. Traffic delays have been prompted by a burst water main on the Ramelton Road close to the Pin Tavern premises. There are long tail-backs approaching the town at Magherennan and on Middle Road coming from the Kiltoy Roundabout. […]
Business All-Star award for popular Letterkenny firm
Classic Blinds and Interiors in Letterkenny have been awarded the Business All-Star 2025 accreditation by the All-Ireland Business Foundation. Receiving the national honour is a testament to the company’s unwavering dedication to high-quality window treatments, customer satisfaction and business excellence. Established as a trusted name in home décor, Classic Blinds and Interiors have built up […]