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Sunday World
04-05-2025
- Sunday World
Search stood down as fisherman missing at Lough Corrib found safe and well
The alarm was raised late last night after the man, who had gone fishing at Lough Corrib yesterday, was overdue to return A fisherman who went missing at Lough Corrib last night has been found safe and well. The alarm was raised late last night after the man, who had gone fishing at Lough Corrib yesterday, was overdue to return. A search for the man was carried out by the Irish Coast Guard with assistance from local gardaí and local search and rescue agencies. Coast Guard helicopters Rescue 115 and Rescue 118 were deployed to the scene of the search, which has now been stood down. A spokesperson said the Coast Guard were alerted shortly before 11pm on Saturday night when the fisherman had not returned from the water. 'The Sligo-based Coast Guard helicopter R118, the Shannon-based Coast Guard helicopter R115, and the Corrib Community Rescue Boat were tasked to initiate a search of Lough Corrib overnight,' they said. "The search was suspended shortly after 4:00 this morning, with plans for the Cleggan and Costello Bay Coast Guard units, alongside the Shannon based Coast Guard helicopter R115 to recommence the search of Lough Corrib and the surrounding areas at first light. "Following resumption of the search at first light, the missing person was located safe and well shortly afterwards. No further details available at this stage. "The search teams have now been stood down. The Irish Coast Guard wishes to thank all personnel involved in this successful search." Irish Coast Guard helicopter. Photo: Steve Humphreys/file photo Today's News in 90 Seconds - May 4th
Sunday World
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Sunday World
Daniel O'Donnell to lead all-star concert to help rebuild tragic Donegal church
St Mary's Church in Derrybeg, Gaoth Dobhair was gutted when fire ripped through the building in the early hours of Monday morning last Daniel O'Donnell and a host of other stars are to appear at a concert to raise funds to rebuild a Co Donegal church burned to the ground in a mystery fire last weekend. St Mary's Church in Derrybeg, Gaoth Dobhair was gutted when fire ripped through the building in the early hours of Monday morning last. Investigations are still ongoing into the cause of the blaze with Garda forensic experts still sifting through the ashes of the once stunning octagonal-shaped church. A Go Fund Me campaign has already raised more than €40,000 towards the rebuild of the church. Now a star-studded concert is set to add even more funds towards the cost of the rebuild. Daniel O'Donnell. Photo: Steve Humphreys Investigation launched as much-loved church is gutted in overnight fire As well as Daniel O'Donnell, Clannad's Moya Brennan and Altan's Mairead Ni Mhaonaigh have vowed to play at the concert this Saturday night at Teach Phaídí Óig in Crolly. A spokesperson for the organisers said "As many of you know, our beloved parish chapel in Gweedore Doirí Beaga was tragically destroyed by fire — a place where we celebrated life's most important moments, a symbol of faith, family, and hope for generations. "Now, it's time to give back to the place that gave us so much. "We are hosting a Fundraiser and Volunteer night to support the rebuilding of our chapel and to renew the spirit that holds our parish together. Join us — whether by donating, volunteering, or simply sharing your support. "Every hand, every heart, every small act of kindness will bring us closer to seeing our chapel rise once more." Parish Priest of St Mary's, Fr Brian O'Fearraigh, said the church will rise from the ashes again. 'We are a resilient community and will stand together to support one another in this moment of deep grief and sorrow,' the statement read. 'We will rebuild our church with a renewed hope for a brighter future," he said.
