Minister for Education, Norma Foley, T.D., officially opened Errigal College’s new modular buildings in Windyhall, Letterkenny today. Earlier, the Minister was in Buncrana where she visited Scoil Íosagáin. She will also pay a visit to St. Eunan’s College in Letterkenny while she will also take time to meet some of the Fianna Fáil councillors and […]
Heavy rain causes significant damage to Errigal’s €630,000 path
By Dionne Meehan WALKERS have been asked to avoid climbing Errigal mountain after recent “severe rain” caused significant damage to the newly constructed €630,000 path. Taking to social media on Tuesday night after assessing the situation on the mountain, staff announced that they saw no other option but to close the path until a decision is […]
Funeral takes place of man who died in Buncrana Pier tragedy
By Dionne Meehan THE funeral of Patrick (Paddy) McMenamin, Ard Crana and formerly of 35 Castle Avenue, Buncrana, took place yesterday in St Mary’s Church, Cockhill. Mr McMenamin died after his car entered the water at Buncrana Pier on Sunday, May 19. Advertisement Describing this as an “unfortunate series of events”, Very Rev Francis Bradley said […]
Survey reveals 240 children waiting for free childcare place in Letterkenny
by Louise Doyle AN unprecedented crisis is looming in the childcare sector in Donegal with significant challenges being posed by defective concrete blocks and staffing issues, a leading practitioner has warned. Manager of Donegal County Childcare Committee, Trish McLaughlin has spoken of her fears for children, parents and staff amid a testing landscape for the sector across […]
CAB raid in Donegal linked to international drug trafficking
Gardaí say a CAB search operation carried out in Donegal and Dublin on Wednesday is linked to investigations into international drug trafficking. The search operation, led by the Criminal Assets Bureau, saw two premises in West Donegal and a business premises in Letterkenny raided. Between Dublin and Donegal, 23 searches were carried out with a […]
Letterkenny Cathedral Quarter prepares for its annual Street Feast
THE vibrant community of Letterkenny Cathedral Quarter are excited to announce the return of its much anticipated annual Street Feast, set to take place on Sunday, May 26. This event promises a day filled with food, fun and entertainment for all ages, running from 1pm to 4pm on the Church Lane. The historic area behind Church Street Cycles in […]
‘Shoulder to the wheel’ as Relay for Life Donegal launch Car Push
JUST as they did in 2017, the county’s main car dealers have once again joined forces to put their shoulders to the wheel for Relay for Life Donegal. They will be recreating the Donegal International Car Push on Thursday, May 23, at 7pm. This year they have enlisted the super strong members of the local Gyms/Fitness Centres […]
Man who died in Buncrana Pier tragedy to be buried tomorrow
By Dionne Meehan THE funeral of Patrick (Paddy) McMenamin, Ard Crana and formerly of 35 Castle Avenue, Buncrana, will take place tomorrow in St Mary’s Church, Cockhill. Mr McMenamin died after his car entered the water at Buncrana Pier on Sunday, May 19. Advertisement His passing has been met with deep sadness locally. Speaking to […]
Yellow thunderstorm warning for Donegal
A YELLOW weather warning has been issued for thunderstorms in Donegal. The warning will remain in place until 9pm tonight. In a statement issued today, Mét Éireann warned of heavy downpours and thunderstorms. Possible impacts of these weather conditions include spot flooding, difficult travelling conditions and poor visibility.
Clonmany hit and run victim named
By Dionne Meehan A MAN who died following an alleged hit-and-run in Clonmany on Sunday, May 12, has been named as James Devine from Drummucklagh, Raphoe. According to gardaí, at about 12.15am, Mr Devine was struck by a vehicle which then left the scene. Advertisement He was taken to Letterkenny University Hospital before being transferred […]