It was a day of much emotion in the offices of the Donegal News in Letterkenny as staff members, past and present, gathered to say goodbye to the Managing Director of North West News Group, Dominic McClements. A native of Omagh, Dominic retires from the company on Wednesday, 41 years to the date he first […]
RNLI crew members honoured for their part in rescue of kayaker
TWO young volunteer crew members from the Arranmore RNLI are being recognised for their part in the dangerous rescue of a kayaker. JJ O’Donnell and Evan O’Donnell were both involved in the search for kayaker Malachy Doyle who was eventually rescued from a cave in treacherous conditions. The incident happened in September 2023 when as […]
Diocese of Raphoe issues apology to Donegal sisters who were abused by priest
THE Diocese of Raphoe has issued an apology to two Donegal sisters who were the victims of abuse by a former priest in the diocese. Former Donegal priest Con Cunningham was sentenced to 18 months imprisonment in July 2021 for sexually abusing two minors in the Fanad area while serving in the Diocese of Raphoe […]
St Eunan’s College class of ’75 celebrate 50th reunion
Schools friends and classmates from the St. Eunan’s College class of 1975 got together again for a weekend of celebration in Letterkenny on Friday and Saturday. The 50 year school reunion offered a chance to catch-up with school pals and share stories and memories from their time at the Letterkenny school. The friends gathered in […]
Deaths in Donegal, Sunday evening, September 14
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Maurice Friel, Gaoth Dobhair Kevin Francis DeBurca, Killybegs and London Advertisement Pauline Comerford, Co. Laois, Co. Kildare and Creeslough Josephine Lally, Rathmullan John Harkin, Bridgend Maurice Friel, Gaoth Dobhair The death has taken place at Letterkenny University Hospital of Maurice Friel, Meenderrygamph, Gaoth Dobhair. Predeceased by his […]
Culture Night ’25: A celebration of arts, heritage and community
Donegal County Council Culture Division presents its 17th annual programme of events for Culture Night, the all-island public event that celebrates culture, creativity, and the arts. Taking place on Friday, September 19, , Culture Night is “One Night For All” with events taking place across the county. Commenting on this year’s event, Donegal County Council […]
Termon shock champions St. Eunan’s in thriller
Termon . . . 1-16 St Eunan’s . . . 0-18 (After extra-time) Advertisement Termon produced a famous victory to shock St. Eunan’s and send the reigning champions crashing out of the Donegal Senior Championship on Saturday evening. Caolan McDaid’s side won by the narrowest of margins in a game that went all the way […]
Tributes paid following passing of Victor Fisher
By Diarmaid Doherty THE funeral will take place at St. Eunan’s Cathedral on Sunday afternoon of Victor Fisher whose death has prompted a sense of deep sadness among his many friends. A very known and hugely respected member of the community, Victor died at his home on Friday, aged 85. Advertisement Born in Ramelton, Victor […]
Creeslough investigation: Man released without charge
A man, aged in his 40s, who was arrested yesterday (Friday) as part of the investigation into the fatal explosion at a building complex in Creeslough, has been released without charge. In a statement this morning, Gardai say a file will be prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions. Ten people lost their lives in […]
Cllr Terry Crossan is new Chairperson of Donegal ETB
SINN Féin councillor Terry Crossan has been elected Chairperson of Donegal Education and Training Board (ETB). The Inishowen councillor’s election took place at today’s meeting of Donegal ETB in Letterkenny. Cllr Declan Meehan was elected Deputy Chairperson. Advertisement They replace outgoing Chairperson Cllr Donal Coyle and outgoing Deputy Chairperson Patsy McVicar. Cllr Crossan has paid tribute to the […]