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Donegal sports fanatic scans the ages to keep supporters programmed
DURING these downtimes for sport, Donegal GAA fans can reminisce and reflect on some of their greatest days and memorable games thanks to one avid sports fanatic. Kilcar man James Byrne has been busy...
View ArticleOlympics likely to be deferred until 2021 as IOC sets decision deadline
THE 2020 Olympic Games seems certain to be pushed back by 12 months with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) today giving itself a four-week deadline to make a final decision. The executive board...
View ArticleFalcarragh residents to expect water disruptions today
Falcarragh residents and businesses are being advised to expect water supply disruptions today due to works. The area of Baile Chonaill, An Fál Carrach and surrounding areas will see a disruption to...
View ArticleFlights from Donegal to Glasgow suspended due to Covid-19
Flights from Donegal Airport to Glasglow have been grounded from today (Monday) as a result of the coronavirus. Flight operator Loganair has announced that the route will be suspended until the 31st of...
View ArticleLetterkenny hostel offers free stays to healthcare heroes
A Letterkenny hostel has opened its doors to healthcare workers who are assisting in the battle against coronavirus Covid-19. Apple Hostel is closed to the public for the duration of the emergency as...
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Seamus Coleman donated €20,000 to group feeding frontline workers
REPUBLIC of Ireland captain Seamus Coleman last night made a stunning gesture to support a group helping to feed frontline workers during the coronavirus emergency. The Killybegs man made a €20,000...
View ArticleRelief as missing person found safe and well
Gardaí searching for a missing person in Donegal have confirmed that they have been located safe and well. A widespread search operation took place in the Stranorlar area on Sunday afternoon and...
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‘A void that will never be filled’– Dunree FC numbed by sudden death of manager
DUNREE Football Club was plunged into mourning yesterday following the sudden death of team manager Stephen (‘Stevie’) Doherty. Stevie has filled practically every role at the St Egney’s Park club...
View ArticleIntreo offices postpone face-to-face SAFE appointments due to coronavirus
Unprecedented demand at social welfare offices has prompted Intreo to postpone services to reduce footfall during the coronavirus crisis. To protect staff and customers, all SAFE registration...
View ArticleYoung Donegal man killed in Louth accident is named locally
THE young Donegal man killed in a road traffic accident in County Louth on Friday has been named locally as Seamus Sharkey. Seamus, from Annagry, died after the car he was driving collided with a...
View ArticleAn Post announces delivery delays amid coronavirus changes
AN POST has said that there will be some delays in mail deliveries from this morning due to measures introduced during the coronavirus crisis. An Post has introduced staggered working time for staff...
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Community group shares Covid-19 posters for home display
The Letterkenny Youth & Family Service is sharing a new set of posters for people who want to alert others that they are in isolation in their homes. Elderly, vulnerable people and people engaging...
View Article‘Not a holiday’– Closures sought for beaches and parks during Covid-19 crisis
The National Public Health Emergency Team is expected to implement further recommendations on social distancing and public gatherings after large numbers of people flocked to beaches and parks last...
View ArticleNew date confirmed for 2020 Wild Atlantic Adventure Race (WAAR)
THE WILD Atlantic Adventure Race (WAAR) has become the latest event to have a date change due to the coronavirus crisis. The 2020 version of WAAR has, following an emergency meeting of the organising...
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Birthday boy Jack has a grand celebration with over 1,000 cards!
A special Donegal boy is celebrating a birthday like no other today after being inundated with cards and presents from around the world. Birthday boy Jack Beattie turns nine today but due to...
View ArticleBreak of tie needed to determine winner at Buncrana’s open scramble
WITH two teams returning 51 points, it took a break of a tie to separate the winners of last week’s open scramble at Buncrana Golf Club. However the formidable team of Gearóid Doherty (14), Patrick...
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Pringle slams ‘ridiculous’ flight prices as Donegal groups left stranded
A DONEGAL TD has slammed airlines for capitalising with extortionate prices during the coronavirus crisis. Independent TD Thomas Pringle was speaking as a group of four from Donegal were quoted 11,000...
View ArticleScammers use bogus Daniel online accounts to cash in on COVID crisis
Daniel O’Donnell has slammed bogus collectors for pretending to be him and collecting money for the fight against coronavirus. A spokesperson for the singer’s Facebook account hit out at those behind...
View ArticleFive Bank of Ireland branches to close in Donegal due to Covid-19
Bank of Ireland is to close five branches in Donegal on a temporary basis during the Covid-19 outbreak. The decision comes as the bank records a reduction in footfall in certain branches and an...
View ArticleCouncil offers deferrals for businesses struggling to pay commercial rates
Donegal County Council is to introduce a new Commercial Rates deferral to support businesses hit by Covid-19 closures. The scheme, offered on a case-by-case basis, will allow businesses worst affected...
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