by Louise Doyle PLANS have been lodged for the construction of 20 apartments in Oldtown, Letterkenny. Applicant R.I Scott Construction Limited is seeking planning permission from Donegal County Council for the proposed development. Advertisement The proposed plans comprise construction of a three-storey apartment block (A) containing six apartments, and a four-storey apartment block (B) containing 14 […]
Newly-elected Cathaoirleach wants return of in-person council meetings
By Dionne Meehan THE newly-elected Cathaoirleach of the Lifford-Stranorlar Municipal District Cllr Martin Harley said he is looking forward to the year ahead. Having been elected to Donegal County Council 16 years ago, this is Cllr Harley’s third time chairing his local electoral area. Advertisement Describing it as a “great honour”, he now looks forward […]
Anger after €29m spent on outsourcing elective and day surgeries
by Louise Doyle THERE was further upset on the health front this week when it emerged €29 million was paid out to private hospitals in two years in a bid to address waiting lists locally. The National Treatment Purchase Fund (NTPF) paid out the funds for elective in-patient and day-case surgeries in 2023 and 2024. Advertisement The […]
Experience the newly opened O’Donnell’s MACE Kilmacrennan
NESTLED in the heart of Kilmacrennan village, the newly opened O’Donnell’s MACE store has quickly found itself at the heart of the community, becoming a standout destination for locals and passers-by alike. Owned by Gavin O’Donnell, whose family have been at the heart of local retail for 40 years with service stations in both Crolly […]
Derry-Dublin route to be reinstated by third quarter of 2026
CONFIRMATION that the Public Service Obligation (PSO) air service between City of Derry Airport and Dublin Airport will be up and running by the third quarter of 2026 by the Minister for Transport, Darragh O’Brien, has been described by Donegal Minister of State, Charlie McConalogue, as an extremely positive development. Speaking after a meeting yesterday […]
Weather: Temperatures to soar today
TODAY will be warm and sunny with good spells of sunshine. Highest temperatures of 25 to 29 degrees in light breezes. Tonight will be mostly dry and clear with some isolated showers possible. Advertisement Lowest temperatures of 14 to 18 degrees in light or variable breezes.
Deaths in Donegal, Friday, June 20
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Rosemary (Roma) Keogh, Dublin and Buncrana Robert Elliot, Donegal Town and Leitir Advertisement John Lee, Dublin and Ballyshannon Gerry Gallagher, Carndonagh Barney Carr, Carrigart Maura McFadden, Ramelton Dara McDermott, Letterkenny Billy (Dublin Billy) Mulhall, Donegal Town and Dublin Rosemary (Roma) Keogh, Dublin and Buncrana The death has […]
A visual tribute to Donegal: Mirren McFeely’s heartfelt graphic-designed fashion
YOU’VE heard of the Harry Gordon ‘Dylan’ dress? Well, move over, Bob, there’s a new kid in town! Graphic Designer and Illustrator Mirren McFeely, hailing from Letterkenny, has captivated audiences with her final year residency collection. ‘Greetings from Donegal’ was showcased at the Ulster University School of Art, Belfast, recently. A celebration of personal heritage, creativity, and […]
Kind natured Kathleen McCafferty is laid to rest
LETTERKENNY woman Kathleen McCafferty was remembered for her kind nature during her requiem Mass yesterday. Kathleen, of Oldtown, Letterkenny, passed away peacefully at the Donegal Hospice earlier this week. Requiem Mass took place in St Eunan’s Cathedral yesterday, Wednesday, June 18, where large crowds gathered to say their final goodbyes. Kathleen was born to parents Peter […]
Entries are open for the Donegal Volunteer Photography Competition
ARE you an aspiring photographer? Or would you like to highlight the work being done by volunteers in your community? This competition could be for you. The Donegal Volunteer Photography competition is back following a highly successful run last year. Its launch took place at the Donegal County Museum on Tuesday. Advertisement The competition aims […]