Donegal County Council’s gritting service will not now be deployed this evening. Earlier today, the council said the gritting service would be in operation due to the forecasted drop in temperatures. However, pointing out that such information can change at short notice, the council have this afternoon said the gritting service won’t be needed this […]
Political representatives urged to endorse ‘The Peoples’ Document’
by Louise Doyle POLITICAL representatives from all parties in Donegal are being urged to attend a public event tomorrow night to endorse ‘The Peoples’ Document’. The document sets out what is required to achieve a full 100% redress scheme for all those with properties affected by defective concrete materials. Advertisement The 100% Redress Party has given […]
PARENTING COLUMN: Hats off to Lily, she got it just right
By Louise Flanagan BRITISH pop star, Lily Allen, had lots of hits in the noughties. Of late, she has admittedly fallen off the radar. She explained that her children “ruined” her career – that’s her choice of word, not mine! She said, “Yes, my children ruined my career. I love them and they complete me, […]
Car stolen in Strabane found in Donegal stripped of parts
POLICE are appealing for information and witnesses after a vehicle was stolen in Strabane and driven over the border to County Donegal where it was located, 18 miles away, stripped of its parts. The theft came to light after a burglary was reported at a house in Bracken Gate in Strabane on Sunday morning, March […]
Over €26,000 worth of drugs seized in Ramelton
TWO people have been arrested after €26,650 worth of drugs was seized in Ramelton. This comes after Gardaí conducted a follow-up search in the area yesterday. During the search they located Cannabis (€25,000), MDMA (€840), Ketamine (€600) and Cocaine (€210). Two people were arrested, charged and held overnight to appear at Letterkenny District Court this […]
Police appeal for information after stolen car found in Donegal
POLICE are appealing for information and witnesses after a vehicle was stolen in Strabane and driven over the border to County Donegal where it was located, 18 miles away, stripped of its parts. The theft came to light after a burglary was reported at a house in Bracken Gate in Strabane on Sunday morning, March […]
The Olde Glen Bar listed in top 10 best places to eat in Ireland
THE Sunday Times, Ireland’s leading quality Sunday news brand, has today unveiled its definitive top ten restaurants with Donegal’s The Olde Glen Bar coming in sixth place. This list was compiled as part of its annual 100 Best Restaurants list sponsored by Cully and Sully. Listed in what has been described as “the ultimate guide to […]
FRESH TAKE: Priests need a fresh approach to appeal to this generation
By Sabrina Sweeney As a group of young Irish dancers brought a different aspect to the St Patrick’s Day Mass celebrated in one Donegal parish at the weekend, in the neighbouring diocese of Derry, Bishop Dónal McKeown was giving a sermon about the dangers of the resistance to change amongst many within the church as […]
Exhibition to raise awareness against domestic abuse
Donegal Volunteer Centre has launched the ‘One Million Stars’ Donegal exhibition, featuring installations of over 10,000 stars woven by volunteers, at the Regional Cultural Centre in Letterkenny. Each star in the exhibition represents a message of hope, solidarity, and resilience against violence. Through the collective efforts of volunteers, the exhibition aims to raise awareness and […]