By Connie Duffy THERE’S something truly special stirring in the heart of Donegal’s art scene this summer. Celebrated local artist Veronica Maguire returns with her sixth solo exhibition, Donegal Sands, a dazzling homage to the county’s most captivating beaches – each painting as vibrant, textured, and alive as the coastline itself. Advertisement Running between Friday, […]
Letterkenny Youth and Community Club offer a heartfelt thank you
THE Chairman of the Letterkenny Youth and Community Club has offered a heartfelt thank you to all who played their part in the group’s successful application for grant funding from the Donegal Local Development Community Fund. Paddy Delap said the club was delighted to secure funding of €149,917 which will enable them to upgrade their […]
Omagh Bombing Inquiry to resume with opening statements this week
By Alan Rodgers THE Omagh Bombing Inquiry will resume in the town this week when legal representatives for the Core Participants will make their opening statements over what is expected to be a two-day hearing. Earlier this year, the families those who were killed in the August 15,1998, atrocity provided personal testimonials. Twenty-nine people including a […]
‘Every parent’s worst nightmare’
by Louise Doyle A LOCAL councillor has said the community will rally together in the wake of a collision in Ramelton on Friday in which a young boy remains in hospital after being struck by a car. Gardaí and emergency services rushed to the scene of the collision, which took place on Chapel Road in […]
Creeslough development refusal has ‘restored faith’
by Louise Doyle A SOLICITOR representing a number of bereaved Creeslough families has said they remain committed to securing a public inquiry into the cause of the circumstances of the tragedy which claimed the lives of their loved ones. Darragh Mackin, of Phoenix Law, made his comments on Friday after An Bord Pleanála quashed the application for […]
Cars seized and arrests made for driving under the influence
by Louise Doyle A MAJOR policing operation during Donegal International Rally at the weekend saw a number of arrests for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs and speeding. The Garda Air Support was deployed, and increased checkpoints, high-visibility patrols and extra marked and unmarked garda vehicles were also in place to ensure zero tolerance of illegal activity during the hugely popular […]
Weather: Dry day with a mix of cloud and sunny spells
TODAY, there will be a lot of dry weather with a mix of cloud and some sunny spells and just a few showers. Cloud will thicken through the day, with some outbreaks of rain and drizzle starting to move in towards nightfall, accompanied by some hill and coastal mist and fog. Highest temperatures of 16 […]
Deaths in Donegal, Monday, June 23
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Kathleen O’Donnell, Portsalon and Letterkenny Rosaline McCauley, Castlefinn Advertisement Sally Dempsey, Dublin and Letterkenny Michael J Bonner, Greencastle Hugh Gormley, Raphoe Kathleen O’Donnell, Portsalon and Letterkenny The death has occurred of Kathleen O’Donnell (née Shiels), Portsalon, Fanad and formerly of Ard O’Donnell, Letterkenny. Ms O’Donnell passed away […]
Submissions invited for Cathedral Quarter Literary Festival event
THE Letterkenny Cathedral Quarter Literary Festival has announced that its 2025 non-fiction competition is now open for submissions. A huge response is expected this year as the competition has become increasingly popular in recent years. Spokesperson for the Cathedral Quarter group, Donnan Harvey, said the Literary Festival is now really taking off from what were […]
Concert raises more than €7,500 for Donegal Domestic Violence Services
AN Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council, Councillor Niamh Kennedy presented a cheque of €7,525 to Dr. Marie Hainsworth, CEO of Donegal Domestic Violence Services, the proceeds of a special concert with Moya Brennan, Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh and guests. The concert took place in An Grianán Theatre, Letterkenny, on Good Friday, April 18. The guest performers on the night included […]