LETTERKENNY man James Maguire, who sustained brain trauma six years ago, has completed a 460km race as part of a six-man team to highlight men’s mental health. James, who is the son of Kenny and Kate Maguire from Illistrin, achieved the extraordinary endurance feat after completing The Speed Project: CHX → MARS in August 2024. […]
Sliabh Liag named Donegal’s most Instagrammed attraction
SLIABH Liag Cliffs have been revealed as the most Instagrammed location in Donegal, according to new research. The study, carried out by Virgin Media Ireland, analysed the number of tagged Instagram posts across the county’s most visited sights and attractions. The analysis used the total number of posts to determine the destinations that are most popular with […]
The Way We Were
Dionne Meehan delves into the archives to bring you the news and images from yesteryear. If you have a photograph you would like published, send it to editor@donegalnews.com NOVEMBER 29, 1975 Advertisement OVER £5 MILLION FOR DONEGAL HOUSING AND WATER DONEGAL County Council will need an allocation of over £5 million next year to meet […]
Essential maintenance works to safeguard water supply continuing in West Donegal
UISCE Éireann’s efforts to safeguard water supply for homes and businesses across West Donegal is continuing, with essential maintenance works taking place next week. Crews will continue with important reservoir cleaning works at Dobhar Reservoir on Na Rosa Regional Public Water Supply Scheme on Monday, December 8. Although unlikely, customers in Dobhar and Bun na […]
Two Donegal men receive National Bravery Awards
TWO Donegal men have been awarded National Bravery Awards at a ceremony in Leinster House earlier today. Local men Keelan Dolan and Pat Cannon were amongst recipients who risked their own lives to aid others in peril. Keelan Dolan was awarded a bronze medal and a Certificate of Bravery after he rescued a man from […]
‘Myself and Iggy were meant to meet’
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Hi James, could you tell us a little about yourself, please? Thank you for inviting me. I’m from Falcarragh. I grew up in a house with six siblings. A decent wee gang, but without our mother for many of those years as she passed away aged 41. I worked on London building sites at 15 […]
Major success: St Columba’s Community Centre annual bazaar
THE annual bazaar, in aid of St. Columba’s Community Centre took place last Sunday in Burtonport and once again, it was a huge success. It was a most enjoyable evening, with a great variety of items on sale at the stalls and of course the very popular auction, with great value for all who purchased. […]
Hard to beat a coffee and a chat…
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By Brian McDaid Kathleen Bonner says she never thought in her wildest dreams she’d have a coffee trailer in Fintown. It called ‘Yer man’s Coffee Cove’ and it’s the go-to location for tourists, locals and those who spend the working day on the road. It’s heading for three in the afternoon and the Coffee Cove’s signature […]
Pic special: St. Eunan’s College Junior House awards
On Thursday evening St Eunan’s College invited junior students and their families to the Mount Errigal Hotel for their annual Junior House awards ceremony. The event was held as an acknowledgement and celebration of the students’ achievements from the academic year 2024/2025. Awards were presented across a range of different categories such as sport, music, […]
100% Redress Party hit out after yesterday’s budget meeting
DONEGAL County Council approved its 2026 budget following a day of lengthy talks on Thursday, with members voting to retain commercial rates as they are. The budget meeting had broken up without agreement on Friday, November 21 after members had refused to accept the executive’s recommendation that commercial rates be increased by five per cent. […]