UISCE ÉIREANN could be held responsible for “corporate manslaughter” if they fail to keep the country’s fire hydrants in proper working order. That was the warning from Sinn Fein councillor Gerry McMonagle when he spoke on the issue during a debate at the Letterkenny/Milford Municipal District meeting. The council had received a long-awaited reply from […]
Man jumped into Mercedes and drove off during car viewing
By Dionne Meehan Gardaí are investigating the late-night theft of a Mercedes car in Letterkenny when the ‘buyer’ who was viewing his new purchase, jumped into the driver’s seat, locked the doors and sped off. The incident happened when the seller of the vehicle arranged to meet a man who said he was interested in buying […]
Dermot marks his final mix at McGettigan Bakery
By Dionne Meehan AFTER 32 years of service, today marks Dermot Mills’ last mix with McGettigan Bakery. The Ramelton man has been an invaluable member of their team, dedicating his talent and passion to the local business throughout the years. Advertisement As Dermott embarks on a new adventure, McGettigan Bakery took to social media this […]
Letterkenny DJ Reuben Keeney to play Coachella this weekend
By Dionne Meehan LETTERKENNY DJ Rebūke (aka Reuben Keeney) is set to make his debut at one of the biggest music festivals in the world this weekend. Set to perform at Coachella in front of 125,000 people in the Colorado Desert in California this Saturday, the standout star said this opportunity is something he will […]
Fundraiser launched to help family of terminally ill Letterkenny businessman
A GoFundMe page has been set up to help the family of a terminally ill Letterkenny businessman. Tanveer Zaki, also popularly known as Raja from Payless Groceries in Letterkenny, has always been a kind and familiar face in our community. Described as being “energetic”, “kind” and “humble” by family and friends, Raja has been battling […]
The late Sally Blake: ‘She’s as well known on the Letterkenny landscape as the Cathedral spire’
THE funeral will take place on Friday of Sally Blake, of 14 Ard O’Donnell, Letterkenny, a woman well-known for her accomplishments in her native town, and abroad for her international friendships. Sally passed away on Tuesday in the care of the staff of Archview Lodge Nursing Home. She would have been known by many as […]
Elderly man targeted by suspected bogus caller to home
Vigilence has been urged after an elderly man was targeted by a suspected bogus caller on the outskirts of Letterkenny.
Calls for immediate inspection of all fire hydrants
by Louise Doyle UISCE Éireann is being urged to carry out an immediate inspection of all fire hydrants in Letterkenny. Tomorrow’s meeting of Letterkenny-Milford MD will be told that an urgent probe of all fire hydrants in Letterkenny must be carried out without delay. Advertisement Councillor Gerry McMonagle will table a motion calling on the national […]
Sister Marian Larkin to be laid to rest today in Dublin
LETTERKENNY woman, Sister Marian Larkin will be laid to rest today in Dublin. Sr Larkin, late of Loreto Convent, Balbriggan, passed away on Saturday, March 30. She will be laid to rest in Loreto Convent Cemetery today following Requiem Mass in St Peter and Paul’s Church, Balbriggan, at 11am this morning. Advertisement In a post online, […]
Stepping out in memory of Julie
by Paddy Walsh WHEN they circle the track as part of the 24 hour Relay for Life initiative next month, the Ray Walking Group will be in familiar step but will be without a familiar presence. At Christmas time, they mourned the passing of stalwart member, Julie Casey, who succumbed to the disease that forms the […]