DONEGAL County Council has granted conditional planning permission for what will be one of the biggest private housing developments in Letterkenny in years. Developer PJ McDermott has been given the go ahead to build 90 homes and a crèche at Glencar Scotch and Glencar Irish. The development of the 82 houses and eight apartments in two […]
Letterkenny St Patrick’s Day Parade
Letterkenny St.Patrick’s Day Parade came back with a bang in 2022 and things are getting into full swing for the 2023 taking place on Friday 17. The parade is one of the biggest in the County and this year Letterkenny Chamber is hoping to make this one another full on celebration with a festival atmosphere […]
Substantial amount of jewellery stolen from Letterkenny shop
Gardaí are investigating a burglary that occurred at a shop premises at Main Street, Letterkenny in the early hours of Monday March 13 between midnight and 6am. Entry was gained to the premises and a substantial amount of jewellery was stolen. Advertisement Gardaí are appealing to any road users who have a dash cam […]
Gardaí ramping up operations for bank holiday weekend
GARDAI in Letterkenny are ramping up a roads policing operation for the bank holiday weekend and are warning people to behave responsibly. There will be a visible police presence on the town’s streets and roads tomorrow and over the weekend. Gardai say their main priority is to “keep people safe and prevent death or injury on our roads”. “We are urging […]
Almost 200 patients attend LUH’s emergency department
The hospital is also treating 10 patients with Covid-19 and four patients with Influenza A.
Drop-in event urging businesses to promote Irish
LETTERKENNY businesses are being encouraged to promote their use of the Irish language by utilising the many supports and schemes available to them. Líonra Leitir Ceanainn will host a drop-in networking event from 12-2pm on Wednesday March 15. The event will offer local businesses information and advice on how to avail of the Foras na […]
Concerns over ATM outside door of casino
CONCERN has been voiced that the installation of an ATM at the door of a casino in Letterkenny is “preying on the vulnerable”. The ATM has been placed outside Majestic Casino on the Port Road. It comes as Donegal County Council has granted permission for the retention and completion of the change of use of the first […]
Warning to motorists speeding on Four Lanes
Motorists driving on the Four Lane Road are being warned to watch their speed after a number of drivers were fined after being clocked speeding. Gardaí from Letterkenny Roads Policing Unit conducted speed checks on the Four Lane Road between the Polestar and Dry Arch Roundabouts in Letterkenny at the weekend. A number of drivers […]
Pringle asks why Government sits on ‘rainy-day fund’ when school construction is put on hold
Independent TD for Donegal, Thomas Pringle, has slammed Government for putting on hold long-awaited school construction projects, particularly in light of billions of euros in its “rainy day fund”. Gaelscoil na gCeithre Máistrí in Donegal town, a project that was shovel-ready, is one of 58 school building projects across the country – including more than […]
WATCH: International Women’s Day- Baker who now sells her goodies in dozens of venues across Donegal
A SUCCESSFUL baker who now sells her goodies in dozens of venues across Donegal has advised anyone in business to learn from all the mistakes you make. The Purple Velvet journey started in June 2020 and now, their signature treats and deserts are among the most popular in the county. Diane, the talented baker behind […]