A lifetime of love for Charlie and Nellie that began in the Devlin Hall
Over sixty years since they first met in the Devlin Hall, Charlie and Nellie McHugh were back at the venue where it all started for them. It was Charlie who first noticed the young Nellie Price across...
View ArticleDonegal volunteers taking mighty steps for Mary’s Meals
A group of Mary’s Meals volunteers have embarked on a 230km walking challenge from Malin to Knock this week. The annual ‘Step to Feed the Next Child’ fundraiser raises money for children’s feeding...
View ArticleMotorist in Ballyshannon among worst speed offenders in Ireland last weekend
Gardaí have revealed that a motorist in south Donegal was among the worst speeding drivers caught last weekend. The vehicle was clocked at 145km/h in a 100km/h zone on the N15 over the August Bank...
View ArticleStunning Donegal beach crowned the best of the Wild Atlantic Way!
Featured image: Courtesy Gareth Wray Photography for Fáilte Ireland One of Donegal’s most breathtaking beaches has been named as the very best of the entire Wild Atlantic Way. Silver Strand (Malin Beg)...
View ArticleBallyraine FC are Donegal Youth League Champions for 2024
Ballyraine FC are Donegal Youth League Champions for the first time in their history. The team managed by Enda Nicholls and Kyle Maloney finished the season unbeaten and got over the line in the most...
View ArticleLarissa Feeney returns as lead entrepreneur for ACORNS 10
Donegal-based businesswoman Larissa Feeney has been announced as a Lead Entrepreneur for the next phase of ACORNS. The CEO of Kinore, who is also the President of the Donegal Women in Business Network,...
View ArticleSad passing of well-known Newtown publican, Peter Mc Laughlin
The peaceful death has been announced of well-known publican, Peter Mc Laughlin of Newtowncunningham. The late Mr Mc Laughlin was the heartbeat of the local community, warmly welcoming locals and...
View ArticleDonegal’s first-ever Mela to showcase the vibrance of Indian culture
Immerse yourself in the vibrant colours, flavours, and traditions of India at the inaugural Donegal Mela! This free outdoor festival offers workshops, activities, music, and delicious food for all ages...
View ArticleIt’s a family affair for Olympic hopeful Mark English in Paris
Mark English has impressed on his first outing at the Olympic Games in Paris. The Finn Valley athlete qualified second in his heat and now runs in the semi-final of the 800m tomorrow. So what has been...
View ArticleEnergy Master Plan to be launched in Greencastle
The Greencastle Sustainable Energy Community (SEC) are hosting an open event next week to launch its comprehensive Energy Master Plan. This ground-breaking document outlines a clear pathway towards a...
View ArticleMan facing 21 burglary charges in court again for stealing boat engine
A young Co Donegal man due to stand trial for a spate of burglaries has appeared in court again on further theft charges. Timmy O’Gara appeared at Letterkenny District Court charged with another...
View ArticleNational: Man in his 60s dies following collision between Omagh and Castlederg
A man has died following a single vehicle collision in the Drumquin area of Omagh. The incident occurred on Monday evening and the man sadly passed away from his injuries in hospital. Police officers...
View ArticleNational: Food businesses ‘holding on by a thread’ as 577 shut in 11 months
Irish restaurant representatives have issued a stark warning after 577 food businesses shut down since September 2023. Many of the closures have been linked to the 50% hike in the hospitality sector’s...
View ArticleLetterkenny hotel gets green light for 61 bedroom extension and spa
Letterkenny’s McGettigan’s Hotel has been given the green light for a major extension. Permission has just been granted for the new plan will see an additional 61 bedrooms as well as a spa as part of a...
View ArticleBeach party invites Swifties to shake it off for RNLI!
Taylor Swift fans will be flocking to Portsalon beach this Saturday 10th August for a fundraiser like no other. The iconic beach, which the superstar visited in 2021, will be the location for a dance...
View ArticleLet’s Just Sing! Letterkenny workshops to share the magic of singing through...
Discover the joy of the Irish language through song through Community Singing Le Chéile workshops, taking place on Saturday, 24th August at The Vestry in Letterkenny. These unique workshops are...
View ArticleAnother day of sunny spells and a few scattered showers – Met Éireann
Today will see sunny spells and just a few passing showers across Ulster with highest temperatures of 17 to 20 degrees. There will be moderate to fresh southwest winds, increasing strong to near gales...
View ArticleDylan Browne McMonagle takes win at Leopardstown
Letterkenny’s Dylan Browne McMonagle had a winner at yesterday’s race meeting in Leopardstown. The jockey brought home the 100/30 shot Joseph O’Brien trained Leaders Listen to win the 5:22 Irish...
View ArticleWiffen makes history in the Seine despite 18th place finish
Ireland’s Daniel Wiffen etched his name into Irish sporting history today with his performance in the Olympic 10k open water marathon swim in the Seine. The Armagh swimmer finished in 18th place with a...
View ArticleMcGrory strong as women’s relay team makes Olympic final
Team Ireland has come third in the women’s 4 x 400m Relay heat at the Olympic Games, securing their place in the Olympic final. The team clocked 3:25.05 in this morning’s semi-final. Sophie Becker...
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