A MAN (70s) has passed away in hospital after getting into difficulty swimming in Bundoran over the weekend. Gardaí and emergency services were alerted to a man in the water in Bundoran on Saturday, July 26 at approximately 5.20pm. A garda spokesperson said: “RNLI removed the man, aged in his 70s, from water and he […]
Live council meetings costing €25k plus a year
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by Chris Ashmore DONEGAL County Council is spending €25,500 a year – and that does not include its own staff costs – on the provision of online live streaming of its full plenary meetings. In a written reply to Cllr Fionan Bradley, a senior council official confirmed that during the 12 month period up to […]
Lawsuits filed by families impacted by Creeslough tragedy
FAMILIES and relatives of those killed and injured in the Creeslough tragedy have initiated personal injury cases, RTÉ has reported. Solicitor Damien Tansey has submitted civil cases on behalf of 25 people impacted by the tragedy in October 2022, including families of those killed in the explosion. There are also further lawsuits which include claims […]
Weather: Today will be dry with some sunny intervals
TODAY will be mainly dry with a fair amount of cloud, some sunny intervals and perhaps a few showers. In the late evening, rain and drizzle will develop. Highest temperatures of 17 to 20 degrees with light to moderate breezes. Advertisement Tonight will be cloudy with outbreaks of rain, which will become light and patchy […]
Deaths in Donegal, Monday, July 28
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Bernadette (Bernie) Brogan, Fanad Bernard (Brian) Carr, Kilcar Advertisement Lexie McClean, St Johnston Anne Smet, Donegal Town and Longford Bernadette (Bernie) Brogan, Fanad The death has occurred of Bernadette (Bernie) Brogan (née O’Reilly), Radharc na Maoil Ruaidhe, Tamney, Fanad. Ms Brogan passed away peacefully at home surrounded […]
Daniel O’Donnell ready to pass torch to Jim McGuinness if Donegal wins All-Ireland
By Dionne Meehan COUNTRY music sensation Daniel O’Donnell says he’s ready to hand over his title of ‘Donegal’s most loved man’ to Jim McGuinness if Donegal brings home the Sam Maguire Cup this Sunday. In an interview with iRadio’s Dave and Fionnuala yesterday, the Kincasslagh man seemed unfazed when the question was posed. Advertisement Speaking […]
Initiative aimed at young drivers launched
AN innovative initiative aimed at educating young drivers and future drivers about road safety was officially launched in Letterkenny earlier this week. The Crossroads Programme will cater for over 265 participants over a two-year period, providing them with hands-on experience working on real cars, teaching mechanical and bodywork skills and emphasising the importance of road […]
Stunning agricultural opportunity for sale in Mulnagung, Lifford
A once-in-a-generation agricultural opportunity in the heart of Donegal ‘Cumberland Lodge’, Mulnagung, Lifford, is for sale in its entirety or three separate lots. Opportunities like this seldom come to the market. Nestled in the fertile lands of East Donegal, ‘Cumberland Lodge’ represents a rare and prestigious offering — a fully operational and meticulously maintained farm […]
Castlefinn sisters support beloved team side by side for over 40 years
By Dionne Meehan FOR the last four decades, the Carlin sisters from Castlefinn have shared an unbreakable tradition. By supporting their beloved Donegal team side by side at every match, Collette, Roisin and Brid have accumulated a lifetime of unforgettable memories. Advertisement Influenced by their late father who was heavily involved in the local GAA […]