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 […]


Donegal gears up for another massive rally weekend


By Dionne Meehan WITH thousands set to descend on the county this weekend for the Donegal International Rally, local gardaí are focused on one priority; keeping people safe. Their message is simple, ‘keep the race in its place’. Advertisement Over the weekend, additional resources will be in place to ensure the safety of people attending […]


Donegal family seeks urgent care reform


by Louise Doyle THE family of a Gortahork man living with lung fibrosis who has to receive 24-hour home oxygen therapy have said the lack of specialist care services locally is taking its toll. Eamonn Doohan was diagnosed with the devastating life-limiting and progressive disease a year-and-a-half ago. Advertisement The 52-year-old is unable to speak because of its severity. […]


Weather: Sunny spells for Donegal as mercury is set to rise 


By Dionne Meehan THE rumours are true; the good weather is making a comeback. It’s time to pull the summer clothes out of the attic and dig out the sun cream from the back of the cupboard, as temperatures are set to hit 24 degrees in the coming days. Advertisement Starting today, Met Éireann has […]


Deaths in Donegal, Thursday, June 19


The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Robert Elliot, Donegal Town and Leitir John Lee, Dublin and Ballyshannon Advertisement Gerry Gallagher, Carndonagh Barney Carr, Carrigart Maura McFadden, Ramelton Dara McDermott, Letterkenny Mary Gallagher, Lifford Norita O’Boyle, Ballyraine Margaret Monagle, Malin Roseanna Mc Aleer, Ballybofey Kay Shovlin, Bruckless and Ardara Billy (Dublin Billy) Mulhall, Donegal […]


Weather: Dry day with hazy sunshine 


TODAY will be mostly dry with hazy sunshine. Highest temperatures of 16 to 20 degrees with light winds. Tonight, any drizzle in the north will clear and it will become dry with clear spells overnight. Advertisement Lowest temperatures of 8 to 12 degrees in light variable breezes.