Do you know an outstanding young person who deserves an award?
JCI (Junior Chamber International) Donegal in association with AIB has launched the TOYP (Ten Outstanding Young Person Awards), which is a global initiative that identifies innovative, extraordinary...
View ArticleDriver of car in crash that killed three people has ‘a case to meet’
The driver of a car involved in a crash that claimed three young lives has ‘a case to answer’ on a number of offences relating to the smash, a Judge has found. Sean Ward faces charges of driving...
View ArticleKasia’s drawing makes an impact in Road Safety Art Competition – Picture Special
A Letterkenny student’s impressive road safety poster has been selected as the winner of Donegal’s 2019 Road Safety Art competition. The Donegal Road Safety Working Group and Finn Harps Football Club...
View ArticleSadness at passing of Ireland’s longest-surviving transplant, Brendan McLaughlin
The Stranorlar man who had been Ireland’s longest-surviving lung transplant patient has died. Brendan McLaughlin passed away at the Mater Hospital in Dublin. A long-time health campaigner, Brendan – of...
View ArticleGardaí appeal for help locating stolen Bronze Celtic Cross
Gardaí in Inishowen are on the hunt for a valuable cross which thieves took from a church last week. The Bronze Celtic Cross was stolen from St Finian’s Church of Ireland building in Greencastle on...
View ArticleBreaking: Masked gunmen threaten family in overnight burglary
Four masked men have broken into a house in Donegal and threatened the occupants. The men, who were armed with handguns and a baton, broke into the house at Drumcairn, Manorcunningham at around 8.15pm...
View ArticleWatch: See the highlights as Finn Harps draw at St Pat’s
Finn Harps battled to what could be a precious point last night against St Patrick’s Athletic. Ollie Horgan’s men earned a 0-0 draw at Richmond Park. The result followed on from Friday’s 1-1 draw...
View ArticleDisgust as pensioner robbed of purse in Letterkenny
Gardai are investigating a disturbing incident during which a 77-year-old woman was robbed in Letterkenny. The pensioner was approached by two men close to the Courtyard Shopping Centre around 7.30pm...
View ArticleSpecial tractor run raises €3,000 for three local charities
The Donegal and Vintage Working Day Association’s most recent tractor run has raised an incredible €3,000. Three local charities have been presented with cheques from the proceeds of the Farmers Strong...
View ArticleDonegal footballer suspended amid Irish League betting probe
Donegal footballer Ronan Doherty is believed be the player suspended by Irish League Premier Division club Institute, who are probing an alleged breach of the sport’s gambling laws. Institute this...
View ArticleGemma McGuinness in line for Northern Ireland appearance at Turkish Cup
Donegal woman Gemma McGuinness has been named on the Northern Ireland Women’s squad for this week’s Turkish Cup. The Greencastle native, who plays for Derry City, is included on a 22-player squad named...
View ArticleCharlie finally get his hands on his €500k lotto cash
An 84-year-old retired Donegal farmer and cancer survivor has picked up a EuroMillions Plus winning cheque for €500,000 from National Lottery headquarters. Charlie Meehan, 84, from Manorcunningham, was...
View ArticleWATCH: Downings characters play starring role in TG4 series
Well-known faces from Downings are set to have their big TV moment this week on a special GAA documentary series. Ár gClub on TG4 heads to Donegal this Thursday (28th February) to follow the characters...
View Article‘A damned good point’– Horgan delight as Harps keep clean sheet
Ollie Horgan was delighted as Finn Harps battled to a clean sheet and a point against St Patrick’s Athletic last night. Horgan has tipped the Saints to be ‘up there’ come the business end of the...
View ArticleJob Vacancies: McGettigans Hotel seek receptionist and Senior Chef De Partie
Due to our continued success Mc Gettigans Hotel, Letterkenny are recruiting for the following positions: Hotel Receptionist We currently have an excellent opportunity for a Receptionist to join our...
View ArticleDerry City starlet Malone is latest USL Player of the Month
Derry City youngster Jack Malone has been rewarded for his excellent form by being named the latest Watson Menswear Ulster Senior League Player of the Month. Malone’s eye-catching displays in January...
View ArticleCOMPETITION: Win a table for two at Castle Grove’s Kinnegar Beer Pairing Dinner
Castle Grove Country House Hotel are hosting a fantastic evening for beer and food lovers this Friday 1st March. And we have two tickets to giveaway to a lucky reader! The Kinnegar Beer Pairing Dinner...
View ArticleSports Scholarships awarded at LYIT
A total of 33 Sports Scholarships were awarded in LYIT on Monday 25th February to full time students who are committed members of the sports programme. Donegal senior football panellists Michael Langan...
View ArticleJob Vacancy: Parts Person sought by Donegal Tractors
Job Vacancy: Donegal Tractors are currently recruiting for an experienced Parts Person to join their team. Responsibilities include purchasing, sales, and stock control of parts for modern top class...
View ArticleFour Donegal schools to take part in STEM programme
Four Donegal schools are to take part in a special ‘STEM’ programme. The education programme in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics called ‘An Chruinne’ is being run in Gaeltacht primary...
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