BY JEROME HUGHES AN exciting fundraiser has been launched to support the development of Donegal Hospice, offering a somewhat unique prize – a highly sought-after Massey Ferguson 135 tractor. Orla Neely and her husband Mark embarked on a journey across Ireland to acquire the perfect tractor, aiming to raise as much money as possible for […]
100% Redress Party announces candidate for the Milford constituency
THE 100% Redress Party (“the Party”) has announced its third candidate, who will be standing at the forthcoming local council elections in June 2024. Eamonn Jackson, former Chairperson of the Mica Action Group, will be contesting the the Milford Electoral Area in Donegal. Eamonn, who lives with his family in Milford, says “it is a […]
Campaign launched for neurologist consultants at LUH
by Louise Doyle LOCAL patients with a neurological condition have added their voice to a national campaign seeking to appoint neurology consultants in Letterkenny. Currently patients from Letterkenny have to endure a 224km round trip to Sligo University Hospital for neurology appointments. Advertisement But a campaign launched by The Neurological Alliance of Ireland (NAI) hopes to bring […]
PICTURE SPECIAL: Well-known faces model for World Down Syndrome Day
TO CELEBRATE World Down Syndrome Day Evolve Clothing in Letterkenny invited some well-known faces to model their Spring collection. Taking time to express their gratitude, Evolve Clothing thanked Paul Gallen, Shaun Bradley, Cian Baird, Ryan Higgins and Christopher Grant for taking the time showcase a selection of their Spring collection which is now available in […]
Seven in-lamb ewes stolen
GARDAÍ in Milford are investigating the theft of seven in-lamb ewes from Downings. The theft occurred at the Gortamore area between 6pm on Saturday, March 9 and 11am the following morning. The ewes have faded red markings and they are tagged. If anybody has any relevant information in relation to the theft of these animals we ask […]
Belfast trio Kneecap to perform in Letterkenny this summer
LETTERKENNY Summer Sessions have announced that Belfast trio Kneecap are set to play in town this summer. Taking to social media this morning to make the announcement, the post stirred much excitement among locals. “Kneecap are coming to Leitir Ceannain, Dhún na nGall on August 15. Advertisement “Many special guest to be announced,” the post […]
‘We need an election now’ says Doherty
BY JEROME HUGHES THE people of Donegal deserve an immediate change of government, not just a new Taoiseach, Sinn Féin TD Pearse Doherty insists. His comments follow the shock announcement yesterday by Leo Varadkar that he is to stand down as Fine Gael leader and Taoiseach, with his successor to be in place within just […]
Public are urged to attend Creeslough Village Plan tonight
PEOPLE are being urged to attend a public launch event this evening in Creeslough. The Creeslough Village Plan launch takes place this evening in Massinass Hall, Creeslough, at 7pm. Donegal County Council, the Creeslough Working Group and the Creeslough Community Association supported by ARUP are inviting the public to attend the launch event this evening. Advertisement The […]
Autism’s Got Talent event at The Balor
Twelve contestants will take to the stage of The Balor Arts Centre, Ballybofey as the Balor Developmental Community Arts (DCA) hosts Autism’s Got Talent this coming Friday night. The event, inspired by a similar initiative undertaken in the UK by Anna Kennedy 13 years ago (Anna was subsequently awarded an OBE for her efforts) is […]
Downings man dubs Local Link a ‘life-saver’ after car accident
By Dionne Meehan JIMMY Logue hasn’t been able to drive since a serious road accident four years ago. But thanks to TFI’s Local Link bus service he still manages to get around. Advertisement “It has been my life saver,” the well-known man said. On September 19, 2020, the rear of Jimmy’s car was struck as […]