PLANS for a large new childcare facility in east Donegal have been overturned after Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) successfully appealed the planned development to An Coimisiún Pleanála. Donegal County Council had granted conditional planning approval in July 2024 for the redevelopment of The River Club premises in Castlefinn into a childcare facility. The plans included […]
Weather: Mostly dry today with isolated showers
TODAY will be mostly dry at first with just isolated showers and some clear spells possible too. However, showers will feed in from the Atlantic through the day and these will merge into longer spells of rain at times. The showers will become less frequent later in the evening with clear spells developing. Advertisement Highest […]
Full accountability demanded over 42,552 child cases closed during Covid
Independent Ireland TD Ken O’Flynn has called for urgent clarity from the Minister for Children after new figures confirmed that 42,552 child welfare and protection cases were closed by Tusla during the Covid lockdown period, with wellbeing checks on those children still not completed. Almost 1,800 child abuse or welfare referrals from Donegal were made […]
Death occurs of former County Manager of Donegal Co. Council, Michael McLoone
THE death has been announced of the former County Manager of Donegal County Council Michael McLoone. The much respected Ballyshannon man, who was also a highly decorated former Donegal GAA footballer, died peacefully in Ballyshannon Community Hospital. His passing will be met with deep sadness among his many former colleagues within Donegal County Council, and […]
‘The Dead’ by James Joyce comes alive in Falcarragh
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By Sean Hillen TRANSPORTING people more than a hundred years back in time is no easy matter but theatre director and former drama teacher Carmel McGill managed to do just that in Falcarragh this week. Ably assisted by consultant director, Murray Learmont, choreographer, Caroline McGee, and more than twenty local amateur actors and musicians, they […]
Special Christmas concert to take place in Donegal
A CHRISTMAS Concert featuring some of Donegal’s most extraordinary talent will take place in St Mary’s Oratory in Buncrana. The Gateway Singers, Carndonagh Brass Band, Crana College, Scoil Mhuire Sister Act, Louise Crossan Singers, Music Box Singers and Safe Haven Choir will perform at the special festive event from 3pm onwards. A spokesperson said: “Everyone […]
Donegal ETB hosts ‘Ag Dul ó Neart go Neart’ event
A SPECIAL showcase event celebrating the strength and growth of community learning across Donegal took place in Letterkenny on Thursday, November 13. Organised by Donegal Education and Training Board (ETB), the ‘Ag Dul ó Neart go Neart’ event highlighted a wide range of projects supported by its Further Education and Training (FET) Service through the community […]
Thrills and spills at Donegal Skates
by Mia Regan THIS winter sees the welcome return of Donegal Skates after 15 years. Located at Kiltoy Roundabout, the ice skating experience is open to everyone. Advertisement On the opening weekend, ice skate goers were treated to a price of €12.95 for tickets. The full price is now €18, which is incredible value for […]
Seamus Carr honoured with Donegal Person of the Year award in London
THE Donegal Association in London celebrated its 78th anniversary in style last weekend. A sold-out dinner dance was held in the Hilton Hotel in Wembley. The Donegal Association’s (London) person of the year was awarded to Seamus Carr. Advertisement Seamus is originally from Carrick and has connections with Naomh Columba. He has been heavily involved […]
An Grianan Theatre to close for renovation works
An Grianan Theatre in Letterkenny has announced it is to close for renovation works. The popular venue will shut its doors on Sunday, December 7 until the new year to allow for building renovations and improvements. A spokesperson said: “Our friendly team will still be available during this time via phone and email for any […]