THIS morning will be cold and frosty with some icy stretches. There will be scattered showers, mainly of rain or sleet but isolated snow showers are possible. The showers will die out from most areas through the afternoon and sunshine will become hazy. Advertisement Highest temperatures of 3 to 7 degrees. Tonight, storm Bert will […]
Deaths in Donegal, Friday, November 22
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Brian Superina, Quigley’s Point and Sydney Séamus Rodgers, Annagry Advertisement Ann Cullen, Market Street, Rathmullan Mary Rose Blaney, Fanad Brian Superina, Quigley’s Point Sarah (Sally) Payne, Newtowncunningham Anne Moore, Burnfoot Patrick Logue, Carndonagh Nellie Boyle, Arranmore Island and Ballyshannon Veronica Drummond, Ballyshannon Willie John Doherty, Ballyshannon Bridget […]
Woman pleads guilty to theft of clothes for mother’s funeral
A WOMAN who pleaded guilty this week to stealing clothing had done so for her children to wear to her mother’s funeral, Letterkenny District Court heard. Caroline Kepnang (57), 18 Cruach Mor, Mountain Top, Letterkenny, pleaded guilty to the theft of six pairs of leggings and one t-shirt to the value of €17.30 from Penneys, […]
Deaths in Donegal, Thursday evening, November 21
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Séamus Rodgers, Annagry Ann Cullen, Market Street, Rathmullan Advertisement Mary Rose Blaney, Fanad Brian Superina, Quigley’s Point Sarah (Sally) Payne, Newtowncunningham Anne Moore, Burnfoot Patrick Logue, Carndonagh Nellie Boyle, Arranmore Island and Ballyshannon Veronica Drummond, Ballyshannon Willie John Doherty, Ballyshannon Bridget (Bridie) Brook, Crossroads Betty Pitcher, Inver […]
John F. Loughrey Financial Services partners with Fairstone Ireland
FAIRSTONE Ireland has announced the acquisition of John F. Loughrey Financial Services, a highly respected financial planning firm based in Letterkenny. The acquisition represents a significant milestone in Fairstone Ireland’s growth, bringing its total Assets Under Management (AUM) to €1.5 billion. This marks Fairstone Ireland’s sixth strategic acquisition, further solidifying its position as one of Ireland’s […]
Man arrested in connection with Creeslough explosion
Gardaí have arrested a man in connection with the Creeslough explosion. The man, aged in his 60s, was arrested this morning for alleged offences contrary to the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act 1997. He is currently detained under the provisions of Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984 at a Garda station in […]
Death occurs of former county councillor Séamus Rodgers
As Donegal prepares itself to go to the polls next week in the General Election, there is sadness in the county today at the news of the death of a man who gave much of his life to local politics. Former Donegal County Councillor Séamus Rodgers passed away last evening at the age of 90. […]
Driving conditions dangerous after overnight snow
By Diarmaid Doherty Driving conditions are extremely hazardous in parts of Donegal this morning and motorists are being urged to take care on their journeys. Donegal County Council’s road gritting teams were out in force overnight, but a number of routes are proving dangerous, particularly those that have not been treated. Advertisement Another weather warning […]
Ulster Rugby Girls U14 Cup renamed in memory of Creeslough victim Leona Harper
THE Ulster Rugby Girls U14 Cup has been renamed in memory of Leona Harper. Leona (14), who played for Letterkenny Rugby Club, sadly lost her life following a tragic explosion in Creeslough in 2022. She was one of ten people who passed away following the tragic incident.
Deaths in Donegal, Wednesday, November 20
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Willie John Doherty, Ballyshannon David Farrell, Ballyshannon Advertisement Kathleen Chambers (née McKinney), Derry and Donegal Bridget (Bridie) Brook, Crossroads Danny Sweeney, Bunbeg George Sterritt, Dunfanaghy Breege McGee (née Moyne), Buncrana Betty Pitcher, Inver Josephine Canning, Dublin and Downings Willie John Doherty, Ballyshannon The death has occurred of […]