By Diarmaid Doherty THE members of Fit4Life at Letterkenny Athletic Club celebrated the group’s second birthday last week – and they’re already looking forward to a busy summer of healthy activity. It was back in April 2023 that the Fit4Life class was formed by a team of coaches from Letterkenny AC. The idea was the […]
Three Donegal GAA clubs to receive Dormant Account funding
THREE GAA clubs in Donegal are among a number of clubs around the country who will receive Dormant Account funding through the Disability Inclusion Programme Scheme for 2025. Both Naomh Conaill and CLG Baile na nGalloglach/Milford GAA clubs will receive €2,000 each while Clg na nDúnaibh receives €1,000. This funding opportunity was open to all […]
Nora Houston: A woman who gave so much to her community
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WIDESPREAD regret was occasioned following the recent passing of Nora Houston, Lackenagh, Burtonport, which took place in Letterkenny University Hospital. Nora had been unwell for some weeks previous to her passing and spent some weeks in Letterkenny hospital where she received excellent care. A native of Gortnasade, Kincasslagh, she was a member of the well […]
THE THIRD DEGREE – with counsellor, Martin McFadden
People have always had issues, but as Humanistic Integrative Counsellor, Martin McFadden explains, those issues appear to be multiplying. He’s been speaking to Paul Bradley Hi Martin, how are things with you? Things are OK with me, I suppose, especially considering the hugely challenging times we find ourselves in. Like everyone I have good days […]
Results: Sun shines on another hugely successful North West 10k
IN brilliant sunshine, the 28th staging of the North West 10k Charity Run and Walk took place today and once again, it proved a wonderful success. On a day when charity is the winner, the North West 10k is one of the highlights on the sporting calendar in Donegal. And with over 1,100 participants taking […]
Gardeners and herbalists gather for event in Killybegs
By Sean Hillen AVID gardeners, herbalists and nature lovers from countries as diverse as South Africa, England and Ukraine as well as many parts of Donegal gathered this week in Killybegs to share their knowledge about health-giving herbs and plants. The well-attended event at the Niall Mór Community and Enterprise Centre was part of the […]
Music, story and poetry at An Focal Beo Festival
THERE will be a wealth of story, poetry, music, culture, heritage and new insights available for all at Líonra Leitir Ceanainn’s An Focal Beo festival which will run in the town from Sunday, May 11 to Friday, May 23. To set things off there will be a bus tour round the Fanad Peninsula with local […]
Deaths in Donegal, Monday, May 5
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Bernie Deeney, Burnfoot Donnchadh Eddie Ó Duibheannaigh, Ranafast Advertisement Kieran Boyce, New York and Glenties Conal (Ban) Patrick Mc Nelis, Glenties Bernard Keyes, Falcarragh and London Bernie Deeney, Burnfoot The death has occurred at her home of Bernie Deeney (née McCarron), Magherabeg, Burnfoot. Predeceased by her […]
Road closure in place following traffic collision in Inishowen
Gardaí have confirmed that a road closure is in place this evening following a road traffic collision on the R242 – Malin Town to Lagg road. Diversions are in place for local traffic and HGVs should travel via the Black Mountain route. Motorists are advised to take care if approaching the area.
Deaths in Donegal, Sunday evening, April 27
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Seamus McBride, Milford Kalize McGuigan, Letterkenny Advertisement Joe Lynch, Muff Rebecca (Ruby) Moore, Carrigans Patricia McKeegan, Antrim and Castlefinn Rosaleen Mogan, Mountcharles Betty Stewart, Falcarragh Manus Elliott, Doochary Catherine (Kitty) Sweeney, Clydebank and Donegal Town Seamus McBride, Milford The death has taken place on April 14 […]