Investigations on-going into cause of fire at popular Castlefinn bar 


By Dionne Meehan  INVESTIGATIONS are ongoing into the cause of a fire at Tinney’s Bar in Castlefinn. Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of a fire which occurred at the commercial premises yesterday, Sunday, March 10 at approximately 6pm. Advertisement Upon arrival, fire services extinguished the fire and made the area safe. The scene […]

Flash flooding reported across Donegal


Flash flooding was reported across Donegal last night following torrential rain yesterday afternoon. Raphoe, Castlefinn and surrounding areas were the  worst hit, with many homes and businesses impacted by the heavy rainfall. Video footage captured Raphoe and Catlefinn shows emergency services responding to the flooding in both towns. Locals have also been highly praised by […]

Emergency services in operation in the Slieve League area


GARDAÍ and emergency services are currently engaged in an operation in the Slieve League area.  Public access to Slieve League is currently restricted to facilitate this operation. As this is an ongoing operation, no further information is available.  

New officers in charge for Killybegs Coast Guard 


TWO new officers in charge have been appointed for Killybegs Coast Guard.   After a round of interviews held in station and conducted by our senior managers from head quarters, Shane Mc Crudden has been appointed as the Officer in Charge of the Killybegs Coast Guard Station and Ronan Mc Fadden as the Deputy Officer in charge […]

Council condemns malicious false alarm


Donegal County Council has condemned a malicious hoax call last night which led the Fire Service in Letterkenny to respond. At about 9.35pm yesterday Letterkenny Fire Brigade was alerted to fire at Saint Eunan’s College. A Donegal County Council spokesperson said that no fire was found by the fire brigade. Advertisement “It was concluded that […]

Expected A&E delays over Bank Holiday Weekend


As the August bank holiday approaches the HSE is encouraging the public to consider all care options before attending Emergency Departments (EDs) or calling 112/999 for an ambulance as these services are for patients who need urgent and emergency care. This year, hospitals have reported record numbers of patients presenting at EDs for care and […]