PRESIDENTIAL candidate and Independent TD, Catherine Connolly has said she is looking forward to meeting and engaging with local communities when she pays a visit to Donegal later this week. Catherine will be in the county on Thursday and Friday, September 11 and 12. Her schedule includes visits to Arranmore Island, Gaoth Dobhair, Milford, Buncrana, […]
Deaths in Donegal, Sunday evening, September 7
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Marian Murrin, Bruckless Bridie Gallagher, Stranorlar Advertisement Kathleen O’Brien, Crossroads Maria Doherty, Derrybeg Noel Catterson, Castlefin Richard Butler, Wexford, London, Culdaff Fran McGaharon, Quigley’s Point Marian Fagan, Ballyliffin Marian Murrin, Bruckless The death has occurred of Marian Murrin (née Cannon), Loughmult, Bruckless, surrounded by her loving […]
Ramelton doctor appointed CEO of state agency
A RAMELTON doctor has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI). Dr Lynn Ramsey will take up her new post at the State agency responsible for promoting the quality, integrity and reputation of Ireland’s further and higher education system, on November 3. QQI ensures that learners achieve qualifications that are valued nationally and internationally. Dr Ramsey is currently […]
FRESH TAKE: When flying the tricolour can send out a very different message
by Sabrina Sweeney I was listening to Dublin Labour councillor Darragh Moriarty on local radio earlier this week, talking about tricolours that have appeared on lampposts around the city. Residents in the north inner city have written to the council asking for the flags to be removed because they say they’re an attempt by a […]
Sinéad Ní Dhochartaigh is the new Deputy Principal of Gairmscoil Chú Uladh
Sinéad Ní Dhochartaigh has been appointed the new Deputy Principal of Gairmscoil Chú Uladh in Béal an Átha Móir. The appointment was confirmed today by the Donegal Education and Training Board (ETB). Sinead replaces Aoife de Náis, who recently moved to a Deputy Principal post in Coláiste Ailigh in Letterkenny. Advertisement Originally from Glenfin and […]
Brian has a whale of a time in Donegal bay
By Paul McElwee A DAY out sailing on Donegal Bay turned into an unforgettable wildlife encounter for local man, Brian Hegarty when a humpback whale suddenly appeared near St John’s Point. The Sion Mills man was enjoying a day sailing on the bay with a group of people, including his 14-year-old son Jarlath, when they […]
Power outage leaves over 560 customers without supply in Kilmacrennan
OVER 560 customers are without power in the Kilmacrennan and Milford area this afternoon. Homes and businesses were without power earlier on Sunday and while it returned for a short time for some customers, it went out again. Currently there are 558 customers without supply. The ESB has apologised for the loss of supply and […]
1st Letterkenny Scout Group invites new members to join
Are you interested in scouting? Then you’re invited to get along on Friday, September 5 at 7pm to Alcorns, Letterkenny. Did you know that the 1st Letterkenny Scout Group is one of the oldest scout groups in the world – founded in 1908. Advertisement After the AGM next Friday, registration will open for the 2025/2026 […]
Mullooly to push for urgent update on defective blocks
MIDLANDS North-West MEP Ciaran Mullooly is pressing the European Commission to urgently advance its infringement proceedings against the Irish Government over its handling of the defective concrete blocks scandal, which has devastated communities in Donegal and Mayo. On a visit to Donegal in recent days, MEP Mullooly, vice chair of the EU Housing Crisis Committee, […]
Harps win again on a night of much emotion at Finn Park
By Diarmaid Doherty Finn Harps . . .1 Treaty United . . . 0 Advertisement On a night when Finn Harps paid an emotional tribute to their former manager Ollie Horgan, the Donegal side clocked up another win to maintain their excellent run of form. Prior to kick off on Friday night, wreaths were placed […]