Boy facing burglary charges banned from Aura Leisure Centre
A 14-year-old boy has been banned from entering the Aura Leisure centre in Letterkenny until he appears in court. The boy, who cannot be named, faces a number of alleged burglary charges. He appeared...
View ArticleDonegal man sent for trial over assault on woman in Galway
A Donegal man has been sent forward for trial over an alleged assault on a woman in Galway city last year. David Molloy (40), of Churchtown, Kilcar, appeared before Galway District Court charged with...
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Double joy as Donegal woman wins €40,000 after welcoming new baby
There were double celebrations for a lucky family in Donegal who won €40,000 on Winning Streak, just four weeks after they welcomed a new baby boy. Louise Mills, who is from Malin and lives in Culdaff,...
View ArticleGritters out early ahead of another cold night
Donegal County Council gritters were dispatched early this Monday afternoon as another cold night lies ahead for the north west. All main roads were gritted from 3pm this afternoon. Temperatures will...
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Festive cheer and goodwill at Letterkenny teacher’s charity CD launch –...
Over 200 people were treated to a magical night of Christmas music on Friday when Letterkenny teacher Anne Nicholls and guests launched a charity CD. Music, stories and special moments were shared at...
View ArticleFilming begins for new Donegal-based crime series
The cameras have started rolling on a new thriller series set in Donegal and written by Derry Girls creator Lisa McGee and her actor-writer husband Tobias Beer. The four-part drama, called ‘The...
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Letterkenny students receive UCD scholarships
There were many proud moments for two Letterkenny students and their families at the UCD Entrance Scholar Awards on Thursday. Diarmuid Ó Cathail and Aisling Ní Fhearáin, both past pupils of Coláiste...
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Fashion show raises €4,000 for cancer charities
A fabulous fashion show and afternoon tea fundraiser has raised almost €4,000 for two local cancer charities. Stella McGroarty from Stella Boutique Donegal Town hosted a successful evening of style,...
View ArticleLee Early makes final sailing home to Arranmore Island
Arranmore pier tragedy victim Lee Early was brought home amid heartbreaking scenes this Monday evening. Lee, who was 26 years old, was taken on his final sailing after tragically losing his life on...
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Just what Breezy kneaded! Christmas comes early for amazing Glenties woman
Donegal’s famous baker Breezy Willow Kelly was overwhelmed by a surprise gift this week when a brand new oven landed at her door. Breezy, the driving force behind the “Bake Bread for Peace”, was left...
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Picture special: Loreto Secondary School marks LGBTI ‘stand up’ week
Last week was ‘Stand Up Awareness Week’ – and students at Loreto Secondary School in Letterkenny formed a human rainbow to mark the occasion. This is a time for second-level schools in Ireland to join...
View ArticleListen: Donegal forward Jamie Brennan itching to get going again
EVEN with the temperatures plummeting, Jamie Brennan already finds himself eyeing up the new season. The closed season seems to be shortening. Donegal will begin ‘next year’ before the page of the...
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Picture special: Fifth ‘Run in the Dark’ proves a huge hit in Gweedore
THE FIFTH annual Run in the Dark was held in Gweedore at the weekend. €1,350 was raised – taking the total to €16,350 over the five years. Organisers have paid tribute to the people of Gweedore and the...
View ArticleBonner expecting word on Mac Niallais return within ten days
DECLAN Bonner expects to get a definitive answer – one way or the other – on Odhrán Mac Niallais’s return to the Donegal panel within the next ten days. Mac Niallais opted out for the 2019 season, but...
View ArticleSoapbox debate competition winners to represent Donegal in the National Final
The regional final of the Europe Direct Information Centre annual Soapbox Competition was held in the Central Library Letterkenny on November 7. The theme of this year’s debate was ‘Climate change is...
View ArticleMICA group put pressure on banks over homes affected by bad blocks
Donegal’s Mica Action Group have stepped up their campaign and are now actively been engaging with banks and financial institutions who hold mortgages on mica properties. The group are making a...
View ArticleAre you ready for Letterkenny’s Winter Woolie Warmer?
The annual Winter Woolie Warmer take place tomorrow night at 8pm in Letterkenny. Registration is from 6.30pm at Divers Garage. The annual race which has become a big event in the racing calendar is run...
View Article€128M broadband investment to connect 32,000 Donegal homes and businesses
Donegal Minister Joe McHugh has said the 12 rural spots to host special new hubs for broadband across the county will be a game changer. The Minister for Education and Skills revealed the locations...
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Letterkenny 24/7 members impress in Remembrance 10k
IT’S hard to argue that triathletes are in the off season – over 20 hardy members of Letterkenny 24/7 toed the line on a crisp Stranorlar Sunday morning to take on the challenge of the annual...
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Futsal delight for Scoil Muire, Buncrana first years
THE FAI Post Primary Schools Ulster Futsal Finals for first year boys and girls took place last Wednesday in the Aura Centre, Letterkenny. The youngsters from Patrician High School, Monaghan (Boys) and...
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