Special feature: Ronnie Blake knows which side his bread is buttered!


By Paddy Walsh Reared in Letterkenny, ‘bread’ in Rathmullan – Ronnie Blake knows which side his is buttered! And his stand at the Food Coast Donegal Showcase event displays what’s on offer. Located on the Pier Road, the business he runs with his wife, Caroline, continues to be hugely successful. “We originally opened a takeaway […]

Rising fuel prices threatening the future of border petrol stations – TD


A DONEGAL TD has warned that businesses and petrol stations along the border will close if the gap between fuel prices North and South continues to rise. Deputy Pearse Doherty called on the Minister for Finance to cancel government plans for three separate tax hikes on petrol and diesel this year. Deputy Doherty, who is […]

Gallery: Letterkenny Gaels presentation of awards


Letterkenny Gaels held their annual presentation of awards for their Senior Men and Senior Ladies squads at a function in Arena 7 last Friday night. The awards for the 2023 season were presented in a host of categories by club secretary, Louisa Tonna and vice-chairperson, James Frain. James is also part of the management team […]

€2,880 raised for Donegal Hospice and MS Ireland


Household waste recycling centres throughout Donegal have contributed €2,880 to support the local hospice and Multiple Sclerosis Ireland. Donegal Hospice offers a range of palliative care services for individuals with life-limiting illnesses, while Multiple Sclerosis Ireland provides crucial services to thousands of individuals living with MS and their families. The much-needed funds were raised by […]

Fanad return to the top with win over St Catherine’s


Fanad United 2 St Catherine’s 0 FANAD United showed why they are the reigning champions as they moved back to the top of the Premier Division with a win over St Catherine’s in Traigh-A-Loch. A deflected goal in the first half from Darren McElwaine gave the home side the lead just before the break. Advertisement […]