A WACKER plate and consaw were among a number of tools stolen from a yard in Letterkenny. The theft occurred on the Neil T Blaney Road sometime between midnight and 1am on the morning of Wednesday, June 28. A number of tools were stolen from a yard located just off the Polestar roundabout, across from […]
Gardaí investigating reported stabbing in Castlefin
GARDAÍ are investigating an incident in Castlefin after it was reported that a man was allegedly stabbed at a house on Sunday. A Garda spokesperson said, “Gardaí received a report of a public order incident in Castlefin, on July 2 2023. “Enquiries are ongoing. “There is no further information available at this time.”
Updated Defective Block Scheme Will Leave Many Homeowners Behind – Donegal TD
DONEGAL Sinn Féin TD Pádraig Mac Lochlainn has said ‘the updated defective concrete block remediation scheme that opens today will leave many homeowners behind.’ He said that Sinn Féin will be monitoring the updated scheme closely and will continue to work with homeowners and tenants to improve the scheme further. Deputy Mac Lochlainn said, ‘The legislation […]
Three people set to receive Tip O’Neill Irish Diaspora Award
2023 sees three distinguished individuals honoured with the Tip O’Neill Irish Diaspora Award. The Tip O’Neill Irish Diaspora Awards return for 2023 on Saturday, September , at the Inishowen Gateway Hotel in Buncrana, County Donegal. The award, presented by Donegal County Council, seeks to recognise those who have excelled in their chosen field whilst honouring […]
Electric scooter stolen from shed in Burnfoot
Gardaí are appealing for information in relation to a burglary that occurred in the area of Tooban, Burnfoot after a Velocifero electric scooter was stolen from an unlocked shed at a property. The burglary occurred on Tuesday June 27 between the hours of 10am and 7pm approx. The scooter in question is black in colour […]
Minister O’ Brien announces the commencement of the enhanced Defective Concrete Blocks Grant Scheme
The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’ Brien TD, today commenced the enhanced Defective Concrete Blocks (DCB) Grant Scheme. This scheme will provide financial support to affected homeowners in counties Donegal, Mayo, Limerick and Clare whose dwelling had been damaged by the use of defective concrete blocks in its construction. Grants of up […]
Paul Mescal senior to play Donegal publican
THE father of one of Ireland’s hottest actors returns to the stage after many years in a play set in the dance halls of Donegal. Paul Mescal senior, father of the Oscar nominated son of the same name, takes to the stage in the Civic Theatre in Tallaght playing the role of grumpy bar owner […]
Body found in Sliabh Liag believed to be that of Tyrone man
A BODY found as part of an alleged serious assault investigation in the Sliabh Liag area is believed to be that of a Tyrone man. A post-mortem examination is being carried out on the remains in Letterkenny University Hospital. The State Pathologist has also been informed. The man, is believed to be aged in his […]
Funding boost for Ulster-Scots marching bands
ULSTER-Scots marching bands in Donegal are potentially in line for a funding boost following the opening of a new pilot funding programme. The Ulster-Scots Agency has secured additional funding to open the programme which will fund marching bands in Donegal, Cavan, and Monaghan to purchase instruments or uniforms to make their band more sustainable. The […]
Loganair’s new aircraft to serve Donegal route
LOGANAIR is introducing its first ATR aircraft to Glasgow Airport which will serve the Glasgow to Donegal route from August. The new ATR-42-600 aircrafts which are larger, quieter, and more efficient than the Saab 340s they replace, have been introduced as a multimillion investment to upgrade and futureproof Loganair’s fleet. This service will benefit from up to a […]