The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Willie Davis, Milford Ernest Luther, Rossbracken Advertisement Joseph Leppard, Killea and Derry Philomena Griffin, Falcarragh Mick Gallen, Ballybofey and Tyrone Brendan O’Kane, Castlefinn Seamus Logue, Belfast and Carrigart Willie Davis, Milford The peaceful death has taken place at his home of Willie Davis, Glenalla, Milford, F92 Y447. […]
Well-known Buncrana mechanic Martin McCallion is laid to rest
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By Dionne Meehan A BUNCRANA mechanic who lost his life in a workplace accident last week has been remembered for having the kindest soul and the most generous heart at his requiem Mass. Martin McCallion, of Lisnakelly, Buncrana, sustained serious injuries in an incident at a haulage transportation company in the town last Thursday. Advertisement […]
Raphoe says a sad farewell to Conor Porter
SOME people leave an indelible mark on the world as they pass through life. Conor Porter was such a man. When news of his death became known last week, there was a palpable sense of loss and sadness in the Raphoe community and beyond at the loss of a man who had given so much […]
St Eunan’s Cathedral closes for five weeks for painting works
By Dionne Meehan St. Eunan’s Cathedral in Letterkenny has closed its doors for five weeks to allow for major refurbishment works. A major painting project is currently taking place at the cathedral and while the work is being carried out, some Masses and ceremonies will be held in the Church of the Irish Martyrs. Advertisement […]
Campaign to help save Johnny’s Ranch ramps up with peaceful protest
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By Dionne Meehan RAMELTON will come alive this Saturday with a powerful show of community spirit as locals rally to save their beloved food truck, Johnny’s Ranch. Owned by local man Johnny Patterson, the award-winning take-away has been operating in Gamble’s Square, in the heart of the heritage town, for the past seven years. However, […]
Secretaries and caretakers to begin strike action today
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By Róise Collins SCHOOL secretaries and caretakers across Donegal are due to begin indefinite strike action today. The strike, led by Fórsa trade union members, demands an end to the exclusion of school secretaries and caretakers from the public service pension scheme and related entitlements. Advertisement As we went to print yesterday, talks aimed at […]
Funeral of young Joey Forker to take place today
THE funeral of nine-year-old Joey Forker, who tragically passed away in Dungloe on Friday evening, will take place today. The tragic incident, which involved machinery, happened in Meenmore on the outskirts of the west Donegal town on Friday, August 22. Gardaí and emergency services responded to the incident at the Dungloe premises. The young boy was […]
New Little Angels School to open next week
THE new Little Angels School in Letterkenny will open next week. The school was due to open on Monday, however, it was confirmed yesterday that the school will open on Thursday, September 4. The new school has been built on land between the Donegal Hospice and the Business Park Road, close to the former school […]
Social workers in Donegal struggling with pressure and mounting caseloads
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By Róise Collins MORALE among social workers in Donegal is being decimated as they struggle with growing pressure and mounting caseloads, it has been claimed. Some social workers have left their roles with Tusla to work with the HSE or in the private sector, with one even considering leaving their high-pressure job to work in […]
Weather: Wet and blustery day ahead
TODAY will be wet and blustery with longer spells of rain, heavy at times. Occasional heavy showers will move in from the early afternoon with spot flooding and isolated thunderstorms possible. Highest temperatures of 15 to 17 degrees in moderate to fresh winds, turning gusty at times on or near Atlantic coasts. Advertisement Tonight will […]