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The family of missing Strabane man Jordan Gallagher are appealing for information as searches enter their 12th day. He was last seen on Saturday the 2nd of March at around 9:15pm entering water near his grandmothers house in the Ballycoleman area. Daily search operations have been ongoing, with a focus on the river banks, and […]

Drivers are warned of a road closure in Bracky, Ardara today and tomorrow from 12 noon until 5:30pm between the N56 and Maghera Caves. This is due to essential road works starting at the oyster farm and will continue for 600m. A local diversion will be in place during these times. Donegal County Council apologises

A fourth case of measles has been confirmed here. It follows three other cases in recent weeks including one on a flight from Abu Dhabi. This fourth case is equal to the total number of cases last year. A catch up vaccination programme is expected to get underway next week.

It’s understood crews who battled a blaze over the weekend in Castlefinn struggled to access water. The Donegal News reports that fire personnel were forced to travel to Liscooley, two miles away to reach a working fire hydrant. The nearest hydrant had low water pressure, hampering the fire services efforts. It’s the latest problem, after

With the European Parliament set to vote on a key report on defective blocks next week, Midlands North West MEP Colm Markey says he has sought alterations to a number of amendments on foot of concern from homeowners. The Fine Gael representative, who was one of the members of the deputation which visited Donegal and

Another man has been sentenced for the offence of behaviour likely to stir up hatred, after a video was posted online in June 2023, showing people singing an offensive song relating to Michaela McAreavey. Today, 26-year-old Steven Kane was sentenced to four months in prison which was suspended for 18 months, after being found guilty

Derry has once again won the Large Town/City category in the Translink Ulster in Bloom Awards, while the Foyle Street Bus Station’s win in the Floral Station Category. Mayor Patricia Logue said this afternoon it is fantastic to see the city recognised again in the Ulster in Bloom competition. She added an immense amount of

Uisce Éireann wishes to advise the public of emergency repair works being carried out at Letterkenny’s Station Roundabout this evening. Traffic management will be in place at the roundabout from 7pm onwards to facilitate the safe delivery of the works. Motorists are advised that traffic delays are expected and to avoid the area if possible.

Uisce Eireann are working on two burst water mains in county Donegal today. The first is affecting water supply to Meenaniller, Derrybeg and surrounding areas with works to finish at 2pm. Meanwhile those in Currs, Kilcar and the surrounding area will last until 4pm this evening. Uisce Eireann recommend that you allow 2-3 hours after

Funding support of €4 million has been provided to Donegal County Council under Call 3 of the Urban Regeneration & Development Fund. It’s in a bid to tackle long term vacancy and dereliction in Letterkenny Town Centre. 44 vacant or derelict properties have been identified as having the potential to be brought back into use

The Vatican has announced that Monsignor Eamonn McLaughlin from Donegal has been appointed by Pope Francis to the position of adjunct under-secretary of the Formation Office of the Dicastery for the Clergy. This means he is now one of the senior officials in the congregation of Clergy around the world. He is also the Vatican

A funeral service will take place in Dublin tomorrow for former RTÉ broadcaster Charlie Bird. The legendary journalist died on Monday at the age of 74. He was diagnosed with motor neuron disease in 2021. A service to celebrate his life will be held at 12 o’clock tomorrow in the Mansion House.

Tomorrow marks the seventh anniversary of the murder of Buncrana woman Danielle McLaughlin. The 28 year old was killed while on a backpacking trip in India in March 2017. Vikat Bhagat, was later charged with her murder however his trial has faced countless delays. A Go Fund Me has set up to see Danielle’s mother,

Major repair works look to be complete by the end of April at Portsalon Pier. The €1.4 million project is one of six in the county announced in January by Minister for the Marine Charlie McConalogue. He says it will be a different summer this year for the local community with new opportunities.

The Social Democrats has announced that Rory Hearne will contest the upcoming European Election as a candidate for the Midlands North West Constituency. Mr Hearne is Associate Professor in Social Policy at Maynooth University. He says if elected, he will stand up for the generation locked out by bringing the housing crisis to the top

A man has been arrested and a Garda alert has been stood down. The alert asked the public for information about a yellow Renault Traffic van, which was later found in Mayo. It was issued earlier today as part of an investigation into the alleged false imprisonment of a woman. Officers say the woman is

Passengers on a flight from Abu Dhabi to Dublin on Saturday are being asked to contact the HSE. Officials have confirmed a case of measles was detected in a passenger who boarded the Etihad Airways flight EY45 at 6:30am. Anyone who was on the flight is being urged to call HSE Live on 1800 700

Councillor Marie Therese Gallagher has attended her last meeting of the Glenties Municipal District. She announced last month that she would not be seeking re-election in the upcoming local elections. The Sinn Fein Councillor has served on Donegal County Council since 2007. Councillor Gallagher is due to go on maternity leave shortly.  

Ballyshannon Gardaí are investigating a criminal damage incident that occurred in the area of Strand View, Rossnowlagh on Thursday night last, just before 11.15pm. Twenty concrete posts were smashed in the incident. Gardai is urging anyone with information, or who may have been in the area around that time and has a dash cam to

A photo has been presented at today’s meeting of the Glenties Municipal District in honour of the late Councillor Noreen McGarvey. Cllr McGarvey was the Leas Cathaoirleach of the MD when she passed away on December 28th 2023. The Fianna Fail Councillor was first elected in 2019.

An investigation is underway into an arson attack in Derry. Two vehicles were set on fire at around 11:30pm last night in the Grainan Drive area. The two vehicles were significantly damaged while two other vehicles also sustained damage. Police are appealing to anyone with information or who saw any suspicious activity to come forward.

Over 1,000 properties in South Inishowen have been hit with a power outage. Crews are on the ground working to restore power to the 1,306 homes and businesses in the Newtowncunningham area. It’s expected power will be returned shortly.

The 100% Redress Party  has announced its first candidate, who will be representing the Party at the local elections in June 2024. Tomas Sean Devine, who is also Chair of the Party, will be contesting the election in his native Letterkenny, with other candidates to be announced in the coming weeks. Tomas, who is self-employed

The legendary broadcaster and journalist Charlie Bird has died at the age of 74. He was RTE’s Chief News Correspondent at the forefront of Irish news and politics, working with the national broadcaster for over 40 years He had been living with motor neuron disease since 2021 and spoke openly about his diagnosis. For years,

Gardaí are investigating an incident of criminal damage and assault that occurred in the area of Newbrook Court area of Letterkenny in the early hours of Wednesday last. The incident happened at approx. 2.15am. As part of their investigation into the incident, gardai are appealing to any road users who may have travelled in that

Gardaí are investigating two incidents of criminal damage in Carndonagh. The first occurred at a business premises on the Moville Road, Carndonagh between 6pm on Wednesday last and 8am the following morning. Graffiti was sprayed on the building in question between those times. Gardai are appealing to anybody who may have observed suspicious activity in

Lonely Planet’s Destination Editor has revealed that what made Donegal stand out was its best-in-class sustainability credentials. At a recent Tourism Seminar hosted by Donegal County Council, Amy Lynch labelled Donegal the ‘Wild Child’ of Ireland. Ms Lynch outlined what she believes makes Donegal stand out in the global tourism landscape. While the county is

  Fianna Fáil has chosen three candidates to contest June’s local elections in the Donegal Local Electoral Area. Outgoing councillor Micheál Naughton will be joined on the ticket by Kilcar native Martin Hegarty, and Claudia Kennedy from Ballyshannon.