Paddy’s inspiring career shows the value of continuous professional learning
When asked why he chose the Master of Business in Innovation and Leadership at ATU, Paddy Rast shared, “The reason I chose to pursue this programme was to enhance my skills in these two areas, which...
View ArticleLetterkenny MDG are All-Ireland One Act Drama Champions!
Main pic: Director Michael Leddy (L) and Kieran Kelly at last night’s All Ireland One Act Drama Finals. Letterkenny Music and Drama Group (LMDG) last night won the All Ireland One Act Drama Festival...
View ArticleDonegal families impacted by childhood cancer enjoy Magical Santa’s Express
Relay for Life Donegal last week hosted their annual trip to The Santa Express at Oakfield Park in Raphoe. The occasion is for families who are impacted by a childhood cancer diagnosis. “Aside from...
View ArticleDonegal RNLI husband and wife team ready to answer call this Christmas
Main pic: The Gillespie family lifesavers, Richard and Laura, with their three young children Matthew (6), Eibhlin (4) and Darragh who is just one. As the RNLI comes to the end of its milestone 200th...
View ArticleGlenties school to host heartwarming Christmas Nativity service
This Thursday, the pupils and staff of Scoil Mhuire NS in Glenties invite the community to St Connell’s Church for their highly anticipated Christmas Nativity service. This cherished event begins at...
View ArticleTalented musician, Paul Mooney, to be remembered at first anniversary mass
The first anniversary Mass for a talented young Donegal musician will be held next weekend. Paul Mooney (30), from Ramelton, tragically lost his life in a road crash just days before Christmas last...
View ArticleFour Donegal athletes awarded DCU Sport scholarships
Four young athletes from Donegal were among the 100 DCU students receiving sport scholarships recognised at an event last week. The first DCU Sport Scholarships were awarded in 1996 in the form of GAA...
View ArticleAll Donegal Winter Maintenance Routes to be gritted from 5PM
All designated Donegal Winter Maintenance Routes will be gritted from 5PM today. They will also be gritted tomorrow morning from 6am. Donegal County Council confirmed the following route index: 01:...
View ArticleMan denied bail over burglary-related charges
A man charged with having items used in connection with burglary and being in possession of stolen jewellery has been refused bail. Edward Connors, 28, 1 Drumkerrin Park, Fetterkerin, Tallaght was...
View ArticleMemorial quiz for the late Eoin Brogan raises cash for Little Blue Heroes
A quiz held in memory of the late Honorary Garda, Eoin Brogan, has raised more than €1,500 for the Little Blue Heroes charity. Eoin passed away in September last year, after a long illness. He was a...
View ArticleNational: Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael begin government formation talks
The leaders of Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael have announced the beginning of efforts to form a new Government. Micheál Martin and Simon Harris met today and had a “positive, constructive engagement”,...
View ArticleDonegal’s Charlie and Lottie Reid honoured at Irish Motorsport Awards
Main pic: L-R Casey Reid, Eamon McGee, John Crumlish, Aiden Harper, Karl Reid, Alanna Reid and Brian Brogan at the Champions of Irish Motorsport Awards in Dublin. Charlie and the late Lottie Reid were...
View ArticleScoil Íosagáin gets go-ahead for new school building
Scoil Íosagáin in Buncrana has been given permission to proceed to construction with its new school building by the Department of Education. The new school building, which has been given approval to...
View ArticleMourne Antiques celebrates 40 years of Christmas cheer
Sponsored Post Mourne Antiques & Jewellery in Letterkenny, now 40 years in business, is proud to be a cherished part of Christmas for many. As another milestone year comes to a close, owner Frances...
View ArticleSneak preview of ‘wonderful’ new Twin Towns social housing project
The Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council, Niamh Kennedy, has described as ‘wonderful’ a new social housing development in the Twin Towns. The 19-unit complex at Trusk Road, Ballybofey, is expected...
View ArticleWatch: Dreams come true as Letterkenny woman duets with the Queen of Country!
Letterkenny woman Cathy McGuigan had a dream come true last weekend when she shared the stage with the legendary Queen of Country, Philomena Begley. Cathy, a proud Burma native, is currently working...
View ArticleGemma McClenaghan celebrates more women golfers on the green
Donegal’s first woman professional golfer says the number of women joining the sport is on the rise. Greencastle Golf Club Pro, Gemma McClenaghan, says the increase is supported by positive initiatives...
View ArticleAlmost 8,000 farmers across Donegal to share €5.33M in Eco-Scheme
A total of 7,927 Donegal farmers to receive €5.33 million under 2024 Eco-Scheme. The news was announced by Donegal minister, Charlie McConalogue under the 2024 Eco-Scheme. The commencement of the...
View ArticleMarried couple in court after €855 Letterkenny shoplifting spree
A married couple have pleaded guilty to the theft of hundreds of euro worth of household items and groceries from shops in Letterkenny. Dmytro Limanskyi and Vera Butenko appeared before Letterkenny...
View ArticleStart the New Year afresh with the Joe & Andy Charity Killygordon 5k!
Hundreds are expected to converge on Crossroads, Killygordon, next month for the second walk-run in memory of the late Joe Carlin and Andy Scanlon. The charity event, in aid of youth development at...
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