New Leitrim millionaire after winning Lotto draw
A player in Leitrim took the title of newest National Lottery millionaire in Friday’s draw after scooping the €1 million amount in the special Ireland Only Raffle, in addition to the usual €5,000 Raffle prize. Last night’s EuroMillions draw marked the start of a four-week run of special draws which…
Reservoir interruption causing water outages in south Donegal
A significant number of homes and businesses are currently without water in south Doonegal. A reservoir interruption may cause supply disruptions to Creevy, Ballyshannon and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place until 5pm this evening. Uisce Éireann recommends allowing 2-3 hours after the estimated restoration…
RNLI issue water safety guidance
Anyone looking to take advantage of the good weather this weekend is advised to take care on the water. The RNLI says always go to a lifeguarded beach because lifeguards are still on duty at selected beaches. Temperatures could hit highs of 24 degrees today, with a mix of cloud…
Speeding motorist fined in Sligo
A motorist has been clocked speeding at 153km per hour in a 100km zone in county Sligo. The driver was caught by Gardai in the Drumfin area on Friday afternoon. The driver was subsequently fined €160 and have had three points added to their licence.
Rescue 118 tasked to casualty on Inishbofin
Sligo-based Rescue 118 were tasked to a multi-agency operation on Inishbofin on Friday evening. Clifden RNLI launched both their lifeboats after receiving reports of a man who has sustained injuries on the island. Upon arrival at southwest of the Island, the casualty was found to have a serious…
Gardaí appeal for help to find missing Leitrim teenager
Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 15-year-old Alex Byrne Kenna, who is reported missing from Carrick-On-Shannon, Co. Leitrim since Thursday evening, 5th September 2024. Alex is described as 5 feet 8 inches in height, of slim build, with light brown hair and green eyes. It…
Woman dies in Donegal collision
A woman in her 30s has died in a two-car collision in Co Donegal last night. The woman, who was a back seat passenger in one of the cars, died in the collision, which occurred at Carrowkeel, Quigley’s Point, Muff at around 11.15pm. Her body was removed to Letterkenny University…