FINN Harps star Eloka Asoukah will feature on TG4 this evening as part of Eire Nua, a new series exploring Ireland’s growing multiculturism. Over the summer and with foreign travel out of the question presenter Hector Ó hEochagáin hit the road to seek out those from overseas who have made Ireland their home. From Brazil to the […]
Busy autumn ahead for musician Thomas Bonner
A busy autumn and winter lies ahead for Donegal musician Thomas Bonner with a new single and a Christmas record in the pipeline. Also in there between now and the end of the year will be the official launch of his second album ‘Fearless’. The rollercoaster begins on October 1 with the release of ‘Drop […]
Pensioner dies in Inishowen crash
A man in his 80s has died following a crash in Inishowen. Gardaí are investigating the fatal collision that occurred at Greenbank, Quigley’s Point, Muff at around 5.30pm yesterday. The collision involved two vehicles. The male driver aged in his 80s, the sole occupant of his vehicle, was fatally injured. The driver and passenger – […]
McBrearty accused over campaign against Cassidy Bros
SOLICITORS acting for Cassidy Brothers have accused Councillor Frank McBrearty of “significantly contributing” to a campaign of intimidation and death threats against the block manufacturer. Details of the allegations are contained in a legal letter sent to the Raphoe politician on Monday. In it Kerry solicitor Edmond Dillon alleges that Frank McBrearty, over a period of […]
Seminar to examine Donegal’s Orangeism
DONEGAL’S links to the Orange Order are to be explored in a seminar being held later this month. The conference, taking place in Loughgall on September 25, will be the first ever to focus solely on Orangeism, its history and its culture. The Orange Order has long been a controversial part of Irish history but […]
Thousands gather in Lifford for mica protest
THOUSANDS of people gathered in Lifford this afternoon to show solidarity with families whose homes are affected by mica. There was a buoyant atmosphere as those assembled left The Diamond to walk the short distance to Croaghan Heights where a stage had been prepared. There protest organiser Fearghal Mac Lochlainn spoke of how people power […]
Letterkenny woman recalls friends lost in 9/11 attacks
AS a weekend of memorials commences to mark 20 years since 9/11 a Letterkenny woman has recalled the friends she lost in the attacks. Evelyn Curran worked in the World Trade Centre for seven years from 1990 until 1997 before returning to Donegal. She watched in horror four years later as the buildings were obliterated, […]
Public urged to attend mica protest in Lifford tomorrow
AHEAD of a protest in Lifford tomorrow campaigners say only people power will secure 100 per-cent redress for mica families. Guest speaker at the demonstration will be Paddy Diver, the man credited with sparking the mica movement that brought thousands of people on to the streets of Dublin in June. Helping organise Saturday’s event, which […]
Family to ‘walk while they can’ for Motor Neurone
FAMILY and friends of a Donegal man who died of Motor Neurone Disease will hit the road this weekend for a charity walk. John Given passed away in April 2015 at the age of 69, two years after being diagnosed with the rare condition that affects the brain and nervous system. This Saturday the Irish […]
Picture This in the frame for Donegal gig
HOT on the heels of the news that the legendary Waterboys are to perform, the Fomhair Festival has announced Picture This as its next big act. The band will play the Big Top in Gweedore’s Business Park on October 24. Picture This have captivated listeners in every corner of the world, amassing nearly 300 million […]