‘Million Stars’ Donegal exhibition to highlight domestic abuse issue
A ‘One Million Stars’ Donegal exhibition has been launched to highlight the issue of domestic abuse. The Donegal Volunteer Centre is behind the venture at the Regional Cultural Centre in Letterkenny...
View ArticleBusinessman who groped woman in Donegal bar is “disgusted” at himself
A businessman who groped a stranger as she bent over to collect her umbrella as she was leaving a Co Donegal pub has said he is disgusted by his own actions. Father-of-three Quentin Parke, 44, pleaded...
View ArticleMonsignor Kevin Gillespie appointed as caretaker Bishop of Raphoe
Monsignor Kevin Gillespie has been named as Diocesan Administrator in Raphoe. It follows the recent departure of Bishop Alan McGuckian to become Bishop of Connor and Down. Gaoth Dobhair-born Monsignor...
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Saint Eunan’s ‘STEAM’ Academy rises for Engineering Week
Main pic: St Eunan’s STEAM students visiting the local Zeus factory. Saint Eunan’s College’s STEAM Academy has rapidly become a cornerstone of educational excellence in the North West. Established in...
View ArticleMissing Letterkenny teenager found ‘safe and well’
Gardaí have confirmed that a Donegal teenager who went missing last Thursday has been found safe and well. The 16-year-old boy was reported missing from Letterkenny. “An Garda Síochána would like to...
View ArticleBalor stage set for Donegal’s first ‘Autism’s Got Talent’
The stage is set for Donegal’s first ‘Autism’s Got Talent’ showcase which will take place in Ballybofey on Friday night. Twelve talented contestants will tread the boards of The Balor Theatre for the...
View ArticleGreen light of new 31 home estate in east Donegal
Plans have been granted for a new housing estate in Convoy. PJD Construction London Ltd has been given the go ahead for a 31 home development at Milltown. It will be made up of two blocks of ten...
View ArticleDonegal had lowest increase in forestry and woodland cover
Donegal had the lowest percentage increase in the country in forests and woodland cover in the decade to 2021. The figures were contained in the latest analysis from the Central Statistics Office (CSO)...
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GAA: St Columba’s, Glenties crowned All-Ireland champs
St. Columba’s Comprehensive School, Glenties are All-Ireland champions. The school lifted the PPS Senior ‘C’ LIDL Ladies title beating Dunmore Community School on a scoreline of 5-8 to 1-11. Two goals...
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Pictures: ‘Hens’ and dragons star in Dunkineely St Patrick’s parade!
The south Donegal village of Dunkineely was a hive of activity last Saturday for its second annual St Patrick’s Parade. The organisers thanked everyone who made it out on the day and made it a real...
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Collect cool deals on frozen foods at SuperValu Carndonagh!
Sponsored Post Looking for delicious and convenient food options without breaking the bank? SuperValu Carndonagh’s incredible frozen food sale has all you need to fill your freezer! Got a birthday...
View Article‘X’ marks the spot as chef caught handling stolen €50 notes from restaurant
A chef who admitted handling stolen cash after his boss had set up a sting operation has received 100 hours community service. Marcus Cullen appeared before Donegal Circuit Court charged with handling...
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Darts: Andrew Gillespie retains the John Harkin Cup
Andrew Gillespie retained the John Harkin cup following a 6-1 win over John Menchia in Evelyn’s on Tuesday night last. Played over 5 weeks and with 16 players taking part Andrew was the deserving...
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Extras needed for film depicting the MICA crisis
A film is being made on the MICA crisis. And the company making the film is looking for extra to help them reenact scenes from demonstrations. Members of the Mica Action Group are appealing for anybody...
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SCÁLA Donegal can accelerate your business growth
Sponsored Post SCÁLA Donegal is now open for applications. This accelerator programme from Local Enterprise Office Donegal is targeted at high potential start-ups and business expansions in the county....
View Article11 arrested in Donegal on suspicion of driving while intoxicated over Bank...
A total of 11 people were arrested across Donegal on suspicion of driving while intoxicated over the St Patrick’s Bank Holiday Weekend. The arrests come following a high-profile safety campaign mounted...
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First of its kind health programme enabling people with Down Syndrome in...
This World Down Syndrome Day, we shine a light on DS Champions, a health and wellbeing programme in Letterkenny that empowers people with Down syndrome to become leaders of their own health story. The...
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Donegal duo in action at World Down Syndrome Swimming Championships in Turkey
Donegal swimmers Anna Hennessy and Eoin Rooney begin racing today at the 11th World Down Syndrome Swimming Championships in Antalya, Turkey. Heats began early this morning at the new Akdeniz University...
View ArticleEnd of era as Dessie Kelly steps aside as Letterkenny Rovers chairman after...
It was the end of an era last night as Dessie Kelly stepped down as club chairman of Letterkenny Rovers after 24 years. Dessie will be replaced by Eamonn McConigley. A club spokesperson said after...
View ArticleEamonn Jackson to contest for 100% Redress Party in Milford
Eamonn Jackson, former Chairperson of the Mica Action Group, has announced he will contest the local elections in Milford. Eamonn is the third confirmed candidate for the new 100% Redress Party. He...
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