A Gaelic footballer from Donegal who was given a suspended sentence for injuring the scrotum of an opponent has had his conviction overturned. Michael Friel’s conviction for assault causing harm to Laurence…
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Five Donegal clubs to get new electric vehicle charge points
Five Donegal sports clubs are set to benefit from funding for the installation of electric vehicle (EV) charging points on their grounds. This initiative is part of a wider €100 million national…
Man caught doing 176kph has charge reduced to careless driving
A student caught driving at 176kph has had his charge reduced from dangerous driving to careless driving. Michael Boyle appeared at Letterkenny District Court. The 26-year-old, was stopped by Gardai while speeding…
Man facing Sliabh Liag murder charge given another driving ban
A Donegal man who faces a murder trial has been given another ban from driving. Alan Vial appeared before Letterkenny District Court to face a charge of driving without insurance in February,…
Former Donegal footballer convicted on cocaine charge
A former Donegal footballer who is in prison for causing serious injury to a cyclist during a time when he was banned from driving has been convicted of possessing cocaine. Kevin McMenamin…
Judge strikes out drugs charge after man prescribed cannabis by doctor
A Donegal Judge spared a conviction for the possession of drugs after a man outlined to court how he was prescribed cannabis by a doctor in London. Emmet Rudd was before Judge…
Convoy man on serious assault charge allowed to go to Australia
A young Convoy man accused of a serious assault has been granted permission to travel to Australia. Liam McBrearty was granted bail after Letterkenny District Court approved an independent surety of €2,000,…
Solicitors clash as County Councillor in court on breach of peace charge
A solicitor acting on behalf of Councillor Frank McBrearty has said he strongly objects to summons’ in his client’s case being sent to a solicitor representing Donegal County Council. Councillor McBrearty’s case…