By Dionne Meehan A DONEGAL family left heartbroken after recently losing a sentimental, handmade hat, have issued one final appeal in the hope of being reunited with it before this Sunday’s All-Ireland Semi-Final. The hat, which was crafted from an Ireland Rugby jersey and a Donegal jersey, was specially made for the McCaffrey family from outside […]
Fundraiser set up to help the bereaved family of Killygordon man killed in US
By Dionne Meehan A FUNRAISER set up to support the bereaved family of a Killygordon man, who was tragically killed in the US, has raised over €140,000. Damien O’Brien, a native of Stoneybatter, died after being knocked down in Huntington Beach, California, in the early hours of Sunday morning. Advertisement Now, his wife, Michelle, their […]
Campaigner questions timing of rescheduled meeting
By Róise Collins A LEADING Donegal cancer care campaigner has expressed frustration over the last-minute rescheduling of a meeting between advocates and hospital representatives, which had been set for Monday. The meeting was called off on Friday last, with attendees informed that one of the consultants had other commitments and appointments. Advertisement But Betty Holmes, […]
Weather: Temperatures to hit 25 degrees today
ANY mist and fog this morning will clear leaving a warm and dry day. It will be quite cloudy at first, but spells of sunshine will gradually develop. Highest temperatures of 22 to 25 degrees, a little cooler near coats. Advertisement Tonight will remain dry with clear spells, though area of mist and fog will […]
Deaths in Donegal, Thursday, July 10
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Ann Drummond, Ballyshannon Valentine (Val) Maguire, Cavan and Donegal Advertisement Peter Carr, Dublin and Raphoe Maureen Shanahan, Letterkenny Paddy Joe Coyle, Raphoe Rosemary Boyd, Carrickfinn Irene Rintoul, Donegal Town, Wicklow and Dublin Leo Raftery, Dublin and Kilcar Joe O’Donnell, Jersey and Gortahork Ann Drummond, Ballyshannon The death […]
Fundraising Business Breakfast to take place in Letterkenny tomorrow
A SPECIAL fundraising Business Breakfast will take place in the Clanree Hotel, Letterkenny, tomorrow morning at 8am. In the lead up to the All-Ireland Senior Football Semi-Final, Donegal GAA, in partnership with the Letterkenny Chamber, has organised the special event to support the Donegal GAA Teams Training Fund and the Donegal Hospice. Starting at 8am, the […]
Weather: Cloudy start to the day
TODAY will start off cloudy with isolated showers but warm spells of sunshine will break through during the afternoon and evening. Highest temperatures of 18 to 23 degrees. Tonight will be largely dry with a mix of cloud and clear spells, though some mist and fog patches will develop. Advertisement Lowest temperatures of 10 to […]
Deaths in Donegal, Wednesday, July 9
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Maureen Shanahan, Letterkenny Paddy Joe Coyle, Raphoe Advertisement Rosemary Boyd, Carrickfinn Patricia Kane, Ballyshannon Edward Russell, Creeslough Irene Rintoul, Donegal Town, Wicklow and Dublin Leo Raftery, Dublin and Kilcar Joe O’Donnell, Jersey and Gortahork Maureen Shanahan, Letterkenny The death has occurred of Maureen Shanahan (née Morning), The […]
Cash stolen from business presmises in Rossnowlagh
GARDAÍ are investigating a burglary at a business premises in Rossnowlagh after entry was gained and a sum of cash was stolen. The incident took place in the area of Coolmore, Rossnowlagh in the early hours of Sunday, July 6 between midnight and 6am. A garda spokesperson said: “The rear door of the property was […]
Gardaí renew appeal for witnesses after fatal Carndonagh collision
GARDAÍ are continuing to appeal for witnesses following last Wednesday’s fatal road collision in Carndonagh. Beloved mother and daughter, Natalie McLaughlin and her six-year-old daughter Ella tragically lost their lives as a result of the two-vehicle collision which occurred on the R240 at Carrowmore, Glentogher, Carndonagh. A garda spokesperson said: “Shortly before 6.30pm, gardaí and […]