SITE investigation works for a major infrastructural project which will benefit 29,000 Uisce Éireann customers in Letterkenny will get underway within the next few weeks. The Letterkenny Water Supply Zone project will deliver a more reliable water supply, however investigative works must be carried out before the project can progress further. Letterkenny’s current water supply […]
Weather: Noticeably cooler day with sunny spells
Today will be dry but noticeably cooler, with bright or sunny spells and isolated showers. Later this afternoon, showers will develop more widely near the north coast. Highest temperatures of 6 to 8 degrees. Advertisement Light to moderate north or northwest winds will increase fresh at times near windward coasts this afternoon and evening. Tonight, […]
Deaths in Donegal, Tuesday, March 11
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Bridie McClafferty, Falcarragh Jenna Shovlin, Portnoo Advertisement Joe Gallagher, Falcarragh Eileen O’Gorman (née Sweeney), Milford Brendan (Thomas) McBrearty, Glasgow and formerly St. Johnston Seamus Goe McShane, Teelin Bridie McClafferty, Falcarragh The death has occurred of Bridie McClafferty (née Gallagher), Fanmore, Falcarragh. Ms McClafferty passed away in the […]
Donegal Down Syndrome to celebrate super Seán
THE Donegal branch of Down Syndrome Ireland is gearing up for World Down Syndrome Day on March 31. Ahead of the big day, the branch is shining a spotlight on one of their wonderful members Seán Boyle from Arranmore, who has just turned 18. Seán demonstrates remarkable commitment by traveling from Arranmore Island by ferry […]
‘Resilient’ Charles Dooher shows strong signs of recovery
By Róise Collins A LIFFORD man, who was left fighting for his life after a brutal attack in his home, is showing significant signs of recovery. Charles Dooher, 26, sustained catastrophic injuries following the attack by five heavily armed and masked men on January 20. Advertisement Mr Dooher was airlifted to Belfast Victoria Hospital in […]
Donegal professional comic book artist gets booked for Dublin Comic Con
By Dionne Meehan DONEGAL man Reese Hannigan is gearing up to make his Comic Con debut this weekend in Dublin. The Lifford man is Ireland’s youngest professional comic book artist, working on major projects such as ‘Star Wars Hyperspace Stories: A Bad Batch’ for publishers across the pond. Advertisement Growing up in Lifford, Reese attended […]
Donegal filmmaker releases debut sci-fi novel
DONEGAL filmmaker and author Ciarán McCann has officially launched his debut sci-fi fantasy, Ravage: A Psycho Hunter Novel. Best known as the co-founder of Re-Act Productions, McCann has made a name for himself in the Irish film industry alongside longtime collaborator Shaun Doogan. The duo has won accolades, including Best Music Video at the Underground […]
Acclaimed writer Michelle Nic Pháidín to read at Irish language event
IRISH language enthusiasts will have a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in literature during Seachtain na Gaeilge, with a special evening featuring acclaimed Donegal journalist Michelle Nic Pháidín at the Alley Theatre in Strabane tomorrow. The free event, part of Derry City and Strabane District Council’s annual Seachtain na Gaeilge programme, will showcase readings from […]
Meeting cancelled as a mark of respect following death of councillor’s mother
FOLLOWING the sad passing Cllr Michael McClafferty’s mother last night, the Glenties Municipal District meeting scheduled for tomorrow has been cancelled as a mark of respect. The meeting will now take place in two weeks’ time on Tuesday, March 25 at 11am. Bridie McClafferty, of Fanmore, Falcarragh passed away in the Lake House Nursing Home, […]
Sadness following sudden passing of young Donegal woman in New York
THERE is a dark cloud over the parish of Ardara following the sudden passing of a young local woman in New York. Jenna Shovlin, of The Rock, Narin passed away suddenly in Manhattan, New York on Saturday, March 8. Ms Shovlin’s local GAA club Clg Ard An Ratha led tributes. Advertisement “Jenna was a beautiful […]