WHAT started out as an idea to brighten up her January has turned a Donegal woman into an internet sensation. Taryn de Vere decided on New Year’s Eve that every day in January she would dress in attire inspired by a household item. So far the Ramelton woman has donned colours matching a bottle of […]
Gardaí thank public as missing woman is found
A woman reported missing earlier today has been located. An appeal was launched this morning into the whereabouts of 25-year-old Edel McGirr from Ballybofey. Gardaí have confirmed that she has been found safe and well. “An Garda Síochána would like to thank the public and media for their assistance in this matter,” said a spokesperson.
Concerns mounting over missing Ballybofey woman
CONCERNS are growing for the safety of a Ballybofey woman missing since yesterday. Gardaí are seeking the public’s help in tracing the whereabouts of 25 year-old Edel McGirr. “Edel is described as being 5’ 1” in height, of medium build, with greenish blue eyes and copper coloured hair,” said a spokesperson. “Edel was last seen […]
Organisers clarify festival’s stance on trans women
ORGANISERS of the Mary From Dungloe festival say transgender women are welcome to apply for the annual contest. The clarification comes following an announcement by the Rose of Tralee that it is expanding its qualifying criteria in a bid to make the festival more inclusive. For the first time in its 62-year history, married women […]
Man dies following St Johnston crash
A man has died following a crash in St Johnston. The collision happened on the R236 road at 9.15pm last night and involved two vehicles. The driver of one car, a male aged in his 20s, was seriously injured. He was taken to Letterkenny University Hospital, where he later passed away. Advertisement The road is […]
ESB working to fix major power outage in Milford
A major power outage is impacting almost 3,000 homes in Milford. North Donegal has been experiencing gale force winds this morning and the ESB has confirmed it is working to repair the damage. According to the utility, 2,869 customers are currently affected. “We apologise for the loss of supply. We are currently working to repair […]
Bird hoping Daniel will sing at Reek’s peak
CHARLIE Bird says he would love Daniel O’Donnell to sing a song when they summit Croagh Patrick together next year. The retired broadcaster, who has motor neurone disease, plans to climb the mountain on March 26 to raise awareness of the condition. Mr Bird, a former chief news correspondent with RTÉ, opened up about his […]
‘I can’t sell it without knowing if it’s his signature’
A Letterkenny book and record shop is trying to establish whether a work signed by Irish revolutionary Michael Collins has fallen into its lap. The autograph was discovered inside a copy of ‘Na Rosa go brátac’ by owner of Universal Books David Faughnan. It was part of a collection held by the late Fr Patrick […]
Daniel at Sixty to air this evening
A landmark arts documentary exploring the life and career of Daniel O’Donnell will be shown on RTÉ One and BBC One NI this evening. Daniel at Sixty is a fascinating and revealing insight into the man himself with exclusive access to the musician during his recent UK and US tour. There will also be contributions […]
Donegal lottery players urged to check tickets
THE National Lottery is appealing to Lotto players in Pettigo to urgently check their tickets as a prize of €29,273 from Wednesday, October 20, remains unclaimed. Ticket holders have 90 days from the date of the draw to claim their prize. The claim deadline for this prize is close of business on Tuesday, January 18. […]