By Brian McDaid I can hear the tap-tap-tapping before I can see him as I climb the old broken steps. I follow the sound to the highest point in the graveyard. There are a few lawn mowers working away in one of the newer sections of Conwal Graveyard. Advertisement I’m meeting up with Johnny McCormack […]
Caravan stolen in Letterkenny
GARDAÍ are investigating the theft of a caravan in Letterkenny at the weekend. The Bailey Pegasus GT65 caravan was stolen from the area of Tullygay, between midnight on Friday, July 25 and 8.30am on Monday, July 28. The caravan is white in colour and a 2014 model. Advertisement A garda spokesperson said: “We appeal to anyone who may […]
Uisce Éireann crews working to restore water supply to customers in Letterkenny
Uisce Éireann is working to restore water supply to homes and businesses in Letterkenny and surrounding areas following a mechanical issue at Letterkenny Water Treatment Plant overnight. The incident occurred following a power outage at the plant and as a result water production has been impacted. Customers in Kilmacrennan, Termon, Glenswilly, Letterkenny town and surrounding areas […]
Woman remains in hospital with life-threatening injuries following collision
A WOMAN aged in her 60s remains in hospital with life-threatening injuries following a two-vehicle collision on Friday. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a two vehicle road traffic collision that occurred on the N13 (Letterkenny to Ballybofey road) in the townland of Listillion, at approximately 5.05pm. The driver of one of the vehicles, a […]
Woman being treated for life-threatening injuries following Letterkenny collision
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a two-car road traffic collision that occurred on the N13 Letterkenny to Ballybofey road in the townland of Listillion, at approximately 5:05pm today, Friday, July 25. The driver of one of the vehicles, a woman aged in her 60s, is being treated for life-threatening injuries at Letterkenny University Hospital. […]
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 […]
Letterkenny full of anticipation ahead of All-Ireland SFC final
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By Aoife Doherty AS the All-Ireland final approaches, the excitement can clearly be felt around Letterkenny. The Donegal News took to the streets on Tuesday to discover what you had to say ahead of the big game. Advertisement With bunting and flags everywhere, you could feel the atmosphere building. Conversations could be heard about the […]
PARENTING: The Donegal team are the pride of the county
TO the parents of the Donegal team players, thanks for the years you spent driving them to training, prewashing muck out of kits, buying yet another pair of boots, standing on the sidelines in the pouring rain, and wiping tears from little cheeks when the going was tough. The men who are lining out in […]
Uisce Éireann repairs major leak in Letterkenny saving 150,000 litres of water a day
BY finding and repairing a major leak in Letterkenny, Uisce Éireann has saved 150,000 litres of water daily. This significant leak at Main Street, Letterkenny was repaired under the Leakage Reduction Programme with enough water saved to supply 1,300 people a day. Uisce Éireann, working with their regional contractor Farrans and Larsen Water Management, carried out […]
Merch sellers roll into Donegal as All-Ireland final fever peaks
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By Róise Collins ALL-IRELAND fever has gripped Donegal and shops across the county are in a scramble to keep their shelves stocked with flags and green and yellow bunting. Many local businesses are updating their social media daily, letting fans know that new merchandise has arrived. Advertisement In response to the final frenzy, a wave of […]