THE Mayor of the Letterkenny and Milford Municipal District, Cllr Kevin Bradley has honoured long-serving foster carers at an event in the Clanree Hotel, Letterkenny. He was joined at the special appreciation event by Jacqueline Smyth, National Lead for Foster Care, Tusla and Gerry Hone, Regional Chief Officer, West North West, Tusla who extended their […]
Diving into a world of imagination at Letterkenny Literary Festival
LETTERKENNY is buzzing with literary excitement as the town gears up to celebrate Brendan Behan’s 100th birthday at the Letterkenny Cathedral Quarter Literary Festival. From Wednesday, October 18 to Sunday, October 22, prepare to be enchanted by a vibrant celebration of words, poetry, film, music, talks, and drama inviting everyone to dive into a world […]
100 years on, ‘Drumboe’ play takes us back to a divisive past
By Paddy Walsh THE power of the pen and the power of performance come together in a play that will bring audiences through a period of Donegal history that was both divisive and deadly. ‘Drumboe’, which is being staged in the Balor Theatre for three nights from tonight, Thursday, is the work of Letterkenny playwright, Kieran […]
15 years evolving – Happy Birthday Evolve Clothing
FIFTEEN years ago, a vision was born, and this week, Evolve Clothing celebrates a journey filled with style, community, and heartfelt gratitude. Evolve Clothing has blossomed from a dream into a thriving reality. Brothers, JP and Mark McCloskey opened their first shop on October 9th 2008 in the middle of an economic recession. “At the […]
Council asked if contractors would be penalised for unauthorised lane closures
By Róise Collins UNAUTHORISED lane closures on arterial routes are responsible for recent “traffic chaos” in Letterkenny, a meeting of the Letterkenny-Milford Municipal District has heard. A motion tabled by Cllr Donal Coyle at Tuesday’s meeting asked the council to explain the reason for the traffic chaos on the Kilmacrennan Road on Friday, September 29 […]
€20 per ewe is ‘step in the right direction’, says Sheep Chairman
By Dionne Meehan DONEGAL’S IFA Sheep Chairman Adrian Gallagher has welcomed the increase of the Sheep Improvement Scheme payment which was announced in the Budget this week. Despite the IFA leading a campaign for a €30 per ewe payment, Adrian has said the increased payment of €20 is definitely a step in the right direction. […]
Donegal Enterprise Awards 2023: Celebrating Excellence in Small Business
Local Enterprise Office Donegal is now accepting entries for the Donegal Enterprise Awards, which take place on Friday, December 1, 2023. The awards celebrate and honour the outstanding achievements of local businesses across the county. Business owners are invited to submit their applications before the deadline of Monday, October 23, 2023, at 12:00pm. Advertisement The […]
GPs’ letter to Minister highlights ‘broken system’ at LUH
By Róise Collins A group of 78 General Practitioners (GPs) in Donegal have penned a letter to the Health Minister outlining their concerns regarding patient safety in the emergency department at Letterkenny University Hospital (LUH). The letter highlighted “huge patient safety concerns” including the morbidity and mortality associated with leaving patients in waiting rooms for […]
Letterkenny woman hoping to turn the town pink for breast cancer awareness
By Dionne Meehan A LETTERKENNY woman who is currently undergoing treatment is hoping to raise vital funds for Cancer Care West by holding a Pink Walk and Run on Sunday, October 15. Currently undergoing chemo for breast cancer, Lisa Gallagher found herself with a lot of time on her hands when she couldn’t return to […]
Buncrana named Donegal’s tidiest town
By Dionne Meehan BUNCRANA has been named Donegal’s tidiest town at the SuperValu Tidy Towns Awards. Receiving an outstanding score of 369 points, Buncrana took top spot in the county with Letterkenny coming a close second with 368 marks followed by Carrigart with 363 marks. Advertisement Elsewhere in Donegal, Raphoe, Moville and Glenties also received […]