DD Motoring: More than a number
Motoring Columnist Brian McDaid looks back on the memories conjured by numberplates of five cars from different parts of his life… In this photographic digital age, there is an ever increasing need to...
View ArticleJob Vacancy: Letterkenny plant seeking Production Operative
Optibelt Urethane Belting Ltd in Letterkenny, a member of the Arntz Optibelt Group, is recruiting for a Production Operative. Deadline date 6th September 2021. Job category: Production Operative...
View ArticleCouncillor calls for urgent action on water leak in Letterkenny
There have been calls for immediate repairs on a water leak at the Old Dunnes Roundabout in Letterkenny. Water has been leaking from the road surface for a number of weeks now. Cllr Donal ‘Mandy’ Kelly...
View Article43% of Covid patients in intensive care are under 50 – CMO
Ireland’s Chief Medical Officer Dr Tony Holohan has warned that the incidence of Covid-19 is increasing across all age groups in Ireland. 43% of patients with Covid-19 in ICU are aged less than 50...
View ArticleHave you signed up for a Big Beach Clean in Donegal yet?
More than 300 volunteers have signed up to date for the Big Beach Clean next month at more than ten locations in County Donegal. Registration only opened two weeks ago and 5,000 volunteers from all...
View ArticleCrawford breaks record in Manchester as Donegal athletes return four medals
GARETH Crawford of Lifford-Strabane AC broke the Donegal record to take bronze at the Manchester International – where Donegal athletes returned four medals. Eleven Donegal athletes were a part of the...
View ArticleSpringboard opens doors for Donegal’s next generation of chefs
Are you looking for a way to kick start your career in hospitality? Letterkenny Institute of Technology is offering 48 FREE places for chefs to upskill/reskill in culinary programmes at the Killybegs...
View ArticleCuteness alert: Baby red squirrel spotted in west Donegal
This beautiful young native Irish red squirrel was spotted near Doochary this week. The adorable kit (baby) was snapped on the road by the eagle-eyed Patricia Sharkey of the Gweebarra Conservation...
View ArticleGAA – Donegal Boston make it three-in-a-row
The Donegal Boston senior men’s team are celebrating once again after winning their third Boston Senior Championship title in a row. Unbeaten all season, Donegal had four points to spare over their...
View ArticleHighlights: #LoveDonegal Day celebrates the coolest place
Featured Image: Chris Hill The #LoveDonegal message is reaching around the world today as thousands of people share what they love the most about the county on social media. Today, Wednesday, sees the...
View ArticlePublic consultation period extended for Ballyshannon Regeneration Strategy &...
The public consultation period on the Draft Ballyshannon Regeneration Strategy & Action Plan has been extended to 1st September. The Draft Regeneration Strategy & Action Plan will remain on...
View ArticleWin a Filligans hamper and gift voucher with SuperValu Carndonagh
Canny & Doherty’s Supervalu Carndonagh are running an online competition to win a Filligans hamper as well as a €20 SuperValu voucher, with all costs of postage within Donegal, hamper and goods...
View ArticleNo masks required for primary school kids despite calls
Primary schoolchildren across Donegal and the rest of the country will not will not be required to wear face masks returning to school. This comes despite calls from some health experts to do so...
View ArticleNew car park to solve traffic issues at popular Letterkenny walk
A new car park has been constructed to stop dangerous roadside parking at a popular wooded area on the outskirts of Letterkenny. The woods at Coravaddy became a hugely popular attraction for walkers...
View ArticleDonegal businesses named ‘Best of Ireland’ finalists
Three Donegal businesses are in the running for national awards in this year’s Best of Ireland competition. The contest, run by Ireland’s Eye magazine, celebrates the great businesses supporting local...
View ArticleJobs: Car dealership recruiting for multiple vacancies
Job Vacancies: Anthony Conaghan Cars in Ballybofey has announced a team expansion with a number of vacancies. The dealership is seeking applications for the following roles: Experienced Mechanic x 2...
View ArticleDonegal ETB FET Fortnight: How Vanessa developed an interest in Software...
Sponsored Post Ahead of Donegal ETB’s online FET Fortnight event which starts next Monday, 23 August, we’re showcasing the experiences of some of the students who have recently completed courses with...
View ArticleJob Vacancy: Experienced Kitchen Designer/Salesperson required
Job Vacancy: Northbrook Designs based in Buncrana, Co. Donegal have an opportunity for a Kitchen Designer / Salesperson to join their team. The leading showroom and interior design studio is seeking an...
View ArticleHollywood actor Bill Murray swinging into Donegal!
Film star Bill Murray about to check out some of Donegal’s top golf courses during his summer holidays in Ireland. The Oscar nominee is enjoying a family trip visiting Irish golf courses for The Links...
View ArticlePringle repeats call for speed up broadband roll-out in Donegal
Deputy Thomas Pringle, has again called on Minister Eamon Ryan to ensure Donegal is included in the Government’s national broadband roll-out. Deputy Pringle said: “Despite promises Minister Ryan made...
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