THE official opening of an exhibition which features the work of a women’s group established in Ionad Mhachaire Rabhartaigh in 2008 took place in the Gaoth Dobhair Library on Wednesday evening. The group was formed to create a space for women from Magheraroarty and surrounding areas to meet, socialise, access information and services and to […]
Special reunion planned for St Eunan’s College class of 1970–1975
A HALF a century after they exited the gates for the last time (some of them with a pronounced sense of relief and joy!) former students from the 1970-1975 class in St Eunan’s College are being invited back to their old Alma Mater for a weekend of reminiscing and recollection. The Reunion will take place […]
The Savage Hearts to headline Ghostlight Sessions
THE Balor, Ballybofey has announced the line-up for this month’s Ghostlight Sessions with The Savage Hearts – headed up by former Strypes drummer Evan Walsh – set to headline. Now in its 9th year The Ghostlight Sessions is one of the country’s longest running established original emerging music nights. Each night features three 30 minute […]
Fundraiser launched to support families of Lough Swilly drowning tragedy
A FUNDRAISER has been set up to help cover the funeral costs of two teenagers who died after getting into difficulty in the water at Ned’s Point on Saturday afternoon. Emmanuel Familola (16) and Matt Sibanda (18) lost their lives in the incident. It is thought they, along with a third teenager, had been playing […]
Weather: Sunny and warm day with highs of 23 degrees
TODAY will be sunny and warm. Highest temperatures of 20 to 23 degrees in a light to moderate breeze. Tonight will be dry and clear. Advertisement Lowest temperatures of 7 to 10 degrees in light to moderate winds.
Deaths in Donegal, Tuesday, May 13
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Margaret O’Gara, Glencolmcille Bernadette McIntyre, Ballyshannon Advertisement Frank McGloin, Ballyshannon Nuala McCahill, Ranafast Gunborg Benvick, Glenties Margaret O’Gara, Glencolmcille The death has occurred of Margaret O’Gara (née Carr), Cashel, Glencolmcille. Ms O’Gara passed away peacefully at Letterkenny University Hospital surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, May […]
The Way We Were
Caolagh Grimes delves into the archives to bring you the news and images from yesteryear. If you have a photograph you would like published, send it to editor@donegalnews.com MAY 10,1975 Advertisement ANGRY PARENTS AND CRYING CHILDREN, WHEN THE CIRCUS CAME TO TOWN Crying children and angry parents turned away from the visit of Courtney’s Circus […]
Man hospitalised following Letterkenny collision
By Dionne Meehan A MAN (20s) has been taken to Letterkenny University Hospital following a single vehicle collision in Letterkenny. Gardaí and emergency services are currently at the scene of a road traffic collision which occurred at the Knocknamona roundabout at approximately 5pm this afternoon. A garda spokesperson said: “A male in his 20s was […]
Grieving family launch fundraiser in aid of Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust
THE grieving family of an Ardara woman who passed away suddenly in New York earlier this year have launched a fundraiser to give back for the kindness and support they received during their time of loss. Jenna Shovlin, late of The Rock, Narin passed away unexpectedly in Manhattan on Saturday, March 8. Driven by a strong belief […]
New Presbyterian Minister for Dunfanaghy and Carrigart Congregations
REVEREND Dario Leal has been appointed as the new minister to serve at Dunfanaghy and Carrigart Presbyterian Churches. Preparations are now underway for a service of installation which will take place at Carrigart Church on Sunday, May 25. Mr Leal, who is originally from Chile, said he was looking forward to taking up the new […]