The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: -Peadar Quinn, Fintown -Patrick Pearse Kelly, Drumkeen Advertisement -Fr P.J. Brady, Kerry/Donegal/Meath/Westmeath -Henry Bradley, Crossroads and Killygordon -Rev Hugh Boyle, Dublin and Lettermacaward -Elizabeth Hannon, Greencastle -Florence (Flor) McBride, Letterkenny and Mayo -Patrick (Patsy) Hegarty, Stranorlar and Convoy -Mary (May) Josephine Kelly, Killygordon -Sean Moynihan, Derry/Kerry/Bridgend Peadar […]
Static speed safe camera installed at Manor
A STATIC speed safety camera is now in place on a stretch of the N13 between Manorcunningham and Newtowncunningham. The speed camera is one of nine throughout Ireland that had been earmarked to be operational before the end of 2024. The static speed safe camera had been due to be installed on the N14 between Manorcunningham […]
Children’s Flu Vaccination clinics to be held in Donegal
A CHILDREN’S flu vaccination clinic will be held at The Vestry in Letterkenny between 11am and 1pm on Saturday, December 28. Flu is a severe infection caused by a virus. The flu virus infects your lungs and upper airways. Advertisement Flu affects people of all ages. In some people flu can cause serious complications such […]
Gardaí to conduct Operation Slow Down this Friday
GARDAÍ will conduct Operation Slow Down as part of their ongoing efforts to make the roads safer this Friday, December 20. This comes as speeding continues to be one of the leading causes of collisions, serious injuries and fatalities on our roads. A garda spokesperson said: “Despite regular reminders and enforcement efforts, we still detect […]
Uisce Éireann repairs major leak in Bruckless
BY finding and repairing a major leak in a South West Donegal village, Uisce Éireann has saved 600,000 litres of water daily. This is enough water to supply the entire population of Donegal Town and Killybegs for one day. Uisce Éireann, working with their regional contractor Farrans and Larsen Water Management, carried out an extensive […]
Gardaí issue appeal for missing Letterkenny man
GARDAÍ are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 25-year-old Daithí Harvey who is reported missing from Letterkenny. Mr Harvey is missing since Saturday, December 14. A garda spokesperson said: “Daithí is described as being 6 foot 1 inch in height with a medium build. He has short, blonde hair and blue eyes. […]
Weather: Mix of sunny spells and scattered showers for Donegal
THERE will be a mix of sunny spells and scattered showers today. Highest temperatures of 9 to 11 degrees. Winds will be strong at times near the north coast. Advertisement Tonight will become largely dry as showers die out with clear spells at first. Cloud will increase overnight. Lowest temperatures of 6 to 8 degrees. […]
Fire crews praised for quick response to Moville fire
By Dionne Meehan A DONEGAL councillor has praised emergency services for their quick response after a fire broke out at the old Gullaghduff Mill in Moville. Thankfully there were no injuries as a result of the blaze which broke out late on Friday afternoon. Advertisement Local councillor Martin Farren said it took almost seven hours for […]
Deaths in Donegal, Monday morning, December 16
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Elizabeth Hannon, Greencastle The death has occurred of Elizabeth Hannon, Balleighan East, Greencastle. Advertisement Ms Hannon passed away peacefully at Letterkenny University Hospital on Friday, December 13. Beloved wife of Michael and much loved mother of Catherine (Declan) and Seamus, devoted Granny of Dáithí, Cahir, Charlie and […]
Creating happy memories at Christmas time is more important than any gift
By Louise Flanagan Every so often, Letterkenny Babies Facebook page receives a message that resonates with hundreds of readers. Recently, one such message came in: “I hope this doesn’t come across as preachy, but as an older page member, I wanted to reassure younger parents who might be feeling under pressure this Christmas. Advertisement “My […]