DUE to a lack of funding, concern has been expressed regarding the future of a key charity in Lifford that provides important community services to a broad area. The Lifford Clonleigh Resource Centre is set to lose its Project Coordinator in June because money has dried up. The job of the coordinator is to oversee […]
Stark reality of gambling addiction in Donegal under the spotlight
by Louise Doyle THE stark reality of gambling addiction in Donegal has come under the spotlight after it was revealed a support service provided therapeutic sessions to 2,591 people in the county last year. The Gambling Therapy and Support Service is a two-year pilot project operating from the Finn Valley Resource Centre. Advertisement The latest meeting of Donegal Joint […]
Oil spill on the Letterkenny to Ramelton road
We are receiving reports that there has been an oil spill on the Letterkenny to Ramelton road. Motorists are urged to drive with care.
Milford man Ricky Simms features in new film
A NEW film featuring Milford man Ricky Simms was released in Ireland this week. Celebrating everything great this country has to offer, ‘Quintessentially Irish’ delves into Ricky’s life showcasing how he went from living on his family’s farm in Milford to becoming the world’s leading sports agent, representing the likes of Usain Bolt and Mo […]
Emergency services will not face blockades during rally weekend
by Louise Doyle AMBULANCES and other emergency services will not be prevented in the course of their line of duty during rally weekend, the latest Donegal Joint Policing Committee (JPC) has been told. Plans are underway to ensure that there will be no blockades to emergency services during the popular annual sporting event next month. Advertisement […]
Dog walkers are urged to avoid ‘extremely poisonous’ Rapeseed fields
IT is that time of year again where farmer’s fields have blossomed into pretty yellow flowers, also known as Rapeseed. Although it may be tempting to place your dog in the midst of these fields to take a scenic photo, pet owners are reminded that Rapeseed is extremely poisonous for dogs, especially in highly sensitive […]
Letterkenny DJ Conor gets booked for Electric Picnic
By Dionne Meehan LETTERKENNY DJ 666cmg (aka Conor McGranaghan) is set to make his debut at Ireland’s biggest music festival as he joins the Electric Picnic line-up for 2024. Set to perform in front of thousands in Stradbally, Co. Laois this August, the rising star said this opportunity is something he has dreamt of for […]
Bealtaine Festival to host a variety of events in Donegal this May
THE Bealtaine Festival, Ireland’s national celebration of the arts and creativity as we age, will be bursting onto the scene in Donegal this May, offering a month-long exploration of the arts for older people. This year the theme for the Bealtaine is “Lust for Life” and with over 50 events taking place across Donegal libraries, […]
Emergency services attend three vehicle collision in Letterkenny
By Dionne Meehan GARDAÍ and emergency services are currently at the scene of a three vehicle road traffic collision on the N56 at Coolboy, Letterkenny. The collision occurred shortly before 3pm this afternoon, Friday, May 3. Advertisement No serious injuries have been reported at this time.