DONEGAL Sinn Féin Deputies Pearse Doherty and Pádraig Mac Lochlainn have said that yesterday’s vote in the European Parliament to refer the Mercosur trade agreement to the European Court of Justice is a major political victory. They said that this vote is a clear signal that Mercosur is not a done deal and that over the […]
Funding welcomed for Coláiste Bhríde in Rann na Feirste
DONEGAL TD Pat the Cope Gallagher has warmly welcomed the announcement by Minister for the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary TD, approving capital funding of up to €230,490 for essential renovation and fire‑safety works at Coláiste Bhríde, Rann na Feirste. The funding, sanctioned under the Community and Language Supports Programme, will contribute up to 50 per cent […]
Donegal primary schools urged to enter tree week photo competition
IN celebration of National Tree Week, Coillte has launched its third National Schools Photography Competition, inviting primary schools from Donegal to submit a photo of their favourite tree or outdoor nature space. Four winning entries, one from each province, will each win an unforgettable class trip to Beyond the Trees Avondale, Co Wicklow. Of the four winning entries in 2025, Scoil Mhuire in Glenties was […]
Government accused of knowingly leaving families in dangerous homes
DONEGAL TD Charles Ward has launched a scathing attack on the government, accusing it of deliberately leaving families in dangerously defective homes to avoid pay-outs and limit costs. He said this is no longer about mistakes or confusion, it is deliberate. According to Deputy Ward, homeowners who clearly qualify under I.S. 465 are being shut […]
Weather: Mostly cloudy day with outbreaks of rain
TODAY will be mostly cloudy and misty with outbreaks of rain, turning heavy at times. Highest temperatures of 7 to 9 degrees with light to moderate south-easterly winds. Tonight will be mostly cloudy with outbreaks of rain slowly clearing northwards. Advertisement Clear spells and showers will follow behind. Some mist and fog patches will form […]
Deaths in Donegal, Thursday morning, January 22
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: George Doherty, Carndonagh Des Kavanagh, Galway and Clonmany Advertisement Audrey Stevens, Letterkenny Norah McBride, Milford William Farren, Down and Donegal Eugene Carlin, Crolly Sophie Harrison, Milford Rose Gallagher, Portnoo Marrie McMenamin, Castlederg and Ballindrait Moira Mills, Letterkenny William John Pearson, Kilmacrennan Andy McNulty, Killygordon and Mayo Brigid […]
Community honours Letterkenny teacher, author and historian Niall McGinley
A LARGE crowd gathered at Cathedral Square in Letterkenny on Saturday for the unveiling of a commemorative bench honouring local teacher, author and historian Niall McGinley. The bench, commissioned by the Letterkenny Community Heritage Group and crafted by Tony McCaul of Pearse Road, was unveiled by Don Stevenson on behalf of his friend and colleague, Niall. […]
Tributes paid to former Donegal Addiction Services Manager Moira Mills
LETTERKENNY woman Moira Mills has been remembered for the significant impact she had on many lives, after her sad passing earlier this week. Ms Mills (née Foley), of Heather View, Calhame passed away peacefully at Letterkenny University Hospital on Monday, January 19. Best known for serving as manager of the HSE West Addiction Services in […]
Deaths in Donegal, Wednesday morning, January 21
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Audrey Stevens, Letterkenny Norah McBride, Milford Advertisement William Farren, Down and Donegal Eugene Carlin, Crolly Michael Heard, Quigley’s Point Sophie Harrison, Milford Rose Gallagher, Portnoo Marrie McMenamin, Castlederg and Ballindrait Moira Mills, Letterkenny William John Pearson, Kilmacrennan Mildred Durning, Kilmacrennan Harry Toland, Burnfoot John Heaney, Carrigans Andy […]
‘My attackers will have to face God himself someday’ – Charles Dooher
YESTERDAY marked one year since Lifford man Charles Dooher was left clinging to life after a brutal attack in his home. Mr Dooher (27) sustained catastrophic injuries after he was attacked by five heavily armed and masked men on January 20, 2025. Speaking out for the first time yesterday, one year on from his brutal […]