THE funeral will take place on Friday of Sally Blake, of 14 Ard O’Donnell, Letterkenny, a woman well-known for her accomplishments in her native town, and abroad for her international friendships. Sally passed away on Tuesday in the care of the staff of Archview Lodge Nursing Home. She would have been known by many as […]
Installation of Bishop McGuckian SJ in Down and Connor
FORMER Bishop of Raphoe Alan McGuckian SJ will be installed as the new Bishop of Down and Connor on Sunday. The ceremony takes place at 3pm in Saint Peter’s Cathedral, in Saint Peter’s Square, Belfast. Following the conclusion of the Mass, and at the front door of the Cathedral, Bishop McGuckian will greet members of […]
Mother’s concerns at assisted suicide plans
by Louise Doyle A MOTHER whose teenage daughter has a progressive disease has told a public meeting in Letterkenny she is ‘very concerned’ proposed assisted dying legislation will lack safeguards. The woman, whose daughter is just a teenager, spoke at a packed public meeting in Mount Errigal on Tuesday night. Advertisement The event was organised by a […]
Monsignor Eamonn McLaughlin appointed Canon of the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major in Rome
IT was announced today that Monsignor Eamonn McLaughlin, Undersecretary for the Dicastery for Clergy, Seminary Section [at the Vatican], has been appointed, in addition, a canon of the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major. This role involves pastoral duties at the basilica, home to the icon of Our Lady, Health of the Roman People [Salus […]
North West 10K fundraisers continue
HOT on the heels of the successful fashion fundraiser on Thursday, the three North West 10K charities are gearing up for their next series of events. The three North West 10K charities are continuing fundraising events in the build-up to the big event itself on the Bank Holiday Monday, May 6, in Letterkenny. The three charities this […]
€1.5m in claims processed by Council’s Defective Concrete Block Office
DONEGAL County Council’s Defective Concrete Block Grant Office processed and issued a further 69 Payment Claims to the value of €1.5m throughout March 2024. This brings the total amount paid out to approved applicants impacted by defective concrete blocks in their homes to the sum of €22.8m. At present, a further 52 claims are being processed, […]
TV presenter Timmy Mallet says Donegal border is ‘bonkers’!
By Dionne Meehan A WELL-KNOWN TV personality found himself in Donegal this week and discovered some of the complicated issues facing those who live along the border. TV presenter Timmy Mallett was spotted in the county as he cycles around Ireland and the UK for charity. Advertisement Best known for presenting popular children’s programmes such as […]
Old Church of Ireland Rectory in Ramelton hits the market
A MASTERFULLY crafted Victorian residence in Ramelton has hit the market for €895,000. Nestled amidst mature and delightful gardens, Frewin House, which was constructed in 1880, was a Church of Ireland Rectory until 1994 when it was then bought and restored by the current owners. The residence serves as a testament to an era that […]
Car without tax for six years seized
GARDAÍ from Letterkenny Roads Policing Unit seized a vehicle which was without tax for six years. The Commercial Vehicle Roadworthiness Test was also expired for four years. Fixed Charge Penalty Notices will be issuedGarda. Advertisement These cars were detected today during multi-agency checkpoints with the RSA and Customs. During these checkpoints, another driver was arrested […]
Fundraiser organisers ‘wishing’ to raise funds for Drumoghill Chapel
By Dionne Meehan A UNIQUE fundraiser has been set up to help with the restoration of Drumoghill Chapel. St Columba’s Church is a small chapel located 10 minutes outside Letterkenny in Drumoghill, Manorcunningham. Advertisement Considered by many as the “heart” of Drumoghill’s bright, caring and connected local community for almost 200 years, the building has […]