Independent TD for Donegal, Thomas Pringle, has welcomed the exhibition, The Palestinian Paintings, by Jewish-Israeli artist Zohar, which will open this week at the Áislann Chill Chartha. The official opening of the exhibition is at 7pm on Tuesday, January 9, at the Áislann. Refreshments will be served and all are welcome. Advertisement Deputy Pringle said: […]
Police in Scotland continue to investigate woman’s murder
by Louise Doyle POLICE in Scotland investigating the murder of a Gaoth Dobhair woman who was found dead in a flat in south Lanarkshire in December have said they are keen to hear from anyone with information. Ann Coll (61) sustained serious injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene in a first floor flat in Rutherglen. […]
Donegal to be well represented at BT Young Scientist Exhibition 2024
By Dionne Meehan STUDENTS from Donegal will be making the journey to Dublin this week to compete in the BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition 2024. A total of twelve entries from schools around the county will help make up a total of 550 projects selected to compete in this week’s final stage. Advertisement However, […]
Brian’s ‘Drive of Ireland’ nearing a successful end
By Diarmaid Doherty Six days into his charity Drive of Ireland, Brian McDaid hit the worst of the week’s weather yesterday afternoon with heavy fog causing dangerous driving conditions along the East coast. Brian was heading northwards on the M1 motorway when dense pockets of fog descended on the route. Advertisement “It was scary enough […]
Homeless figures for county jump ten per cent
THE number of people recorded as being homeless in Donegal has risen by ten per cent, according to the latest report from the Department of Housing. The monthly report for November shows 62 people were homeless in the county up from 56 the previous month. Across the north west 144 adults needed assistance from local […]
Texaco Children’s Art competition launched
The search to find the young artists who will excel in this year’s Texaco Children’s Art Competition has begun. Last year four students from Co. Donegal won prizes in the competition, which is now in its 70th year and widely acknowledged as the longest running arts sponsorship in Ireland. The closing date for entries is […]
Financial freedom in retirement with Seniors Equity Release
Seniors’ Equity Release, or Late Life Finance, is gaining popularity among retirees in Donegal as they approach their golden years, addressing concerns about financial security. This innovative financial solution allows homeowners aged 60 and above to convert a portion of their home equity into cash, providing a comfortable retirement. Essentially, Seniors’ Equity Release involves taking […]
Closing date for Donegal silage competition approaching
By Dionne Meehan THE Donegal Silage Competition is back for its fifth year and the closing date is fast approaching. The competition is segmented into five categories including dairy, beef, sheep, round bale and new entrant. Advertisement There will be first and second prize winners selected from each category with first place winning a €300 […]
Wonderful talent at Finn Valley College’s Variety Concert
The annual Finn Valley College Christmas Variety Show went down a storm at the Balor Arts Centre, Ballybofey as over 70 staff and students took to the boards over three sold out nights with their themed Rock N’ Roll performances. Audiences were treated to some great acts ranging from the 1950s to the ‘nowzies’ as […]
Ionad Cois Locha seeks outdoor activity provider
IONAD Cois Locha are seeking expressions of interest from outdoor activity providers to partner with them for the 2024 season. Located in the stunningly beautiful area of Dunlewey it offers great outdoor opportunities for suitable providers to cater for watersports, cycling and walking visitors and locals. The centre operates from April until October annually and […]