By Dionne Meehan A RAPHOE videographer’s short film has been selected to screen at the Chicago Irish Film Festival later this month. Simon Barr’s short film ‘The Last of the Hand Weavers’ delves into the life of Ardara man Eddie Doherty, who has been weaving since the late 1950s. Advertisement Mr Doherty, who is now […]
Whoriskey’s Christmas lights raise over €10,000 for Cancer Care West
GENEROUS Kerrykeel couple Michael and Mary Whoriskey have raised more than €10,000 for Cancer Care West through their stunning Christmas lights display. The couple have been transforming their Gortcally garden into a magical winter wonderland for 19 years, raising around €124,000 for numerous charities. Each year, the Whoriskey’s illuminate their home with hundreds of Santas, snowmen […]
Consistency is important when navigating back to school blues for little learners
We are flying through the academic year and, for some little learners, it’s all getting a bit tedious! The reality of going to school day in, day out is wearing thin for some, and it can be a real struggle for parents to deal with. One such parent recently messaged Letterkenny Babies Facebook page: “My […]
Weather: Sunny spells forecasted for Donegal today
Today will start out wet in many areas. It will though be an improving picture as the last of the overnight rain pushes off into the Irish sea and sunny skies develop as of late morning. Later in the evening, the odd spot of drizzle will show up along Atlantic coasts. Advertisement Highest temperatures of […]
Deaths in Donegal, Sunday morning, February 2
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Bernie Cecilia O’Doherty, Donegal Town and Dundalk Geraldine Greene, Ballyshannon Advertisement Ita Friel, Creeslough Michael Stewart, Laghey, Portnoo and Longford Bernie Cecilia O’Doherty, Donegal Town and Dundalk The death has occurred of Bernie Cecilia O’Doherty, 33 Oaklawns, Dundalk and formerly Donegal Town. Ms O’Doherty passed away peacefully […]
Speed limits to be slashed in Finn Valley
by Chris Ashmore A SIGNIFICANT reduction in speed limits in towns and villages throughout the Lifford-Stranorlar Municipal District Council area is on the cards. In particular, many roads will see their maximum speed limit slashed from 50kph to 30kph. Advertisement It’s all part of seeping reforms in a bid to make our roads safer. Maximum […]
Ukrainian refugees find friendship at English conversational classes
by Sean Hillen MEN, women and children desperately escaping the war in Ukraine have found a warm home-away-from home in Cloughaneely. Every week, Fáilte Isteach Falcarragh hosted by the local community centre, Pobail Le Chéile, attracts a multi-national group of volunteers to help these war-weary refugees improve their English-language skills under a project that promotes greater […]
Hotels offer lifeline in wake of Storm Éowyn
By Róise Collins IN the wake of the destructive Storm Éowyn, which left thousands of people across the county without electricity and running water, local hotels have opened their doors to offer a much-needed support to those affected. Their efforts have become a vital lifeline for the community during this challenging time. Advertisement In Glenties, […]
Boil water notice remains in place for Glenties and Ardara supply
UISCE Éireann customers in Glenties in Ardara have been reminded that a Boil Water Notice to protect the health of customers remains in place. Following on from Storm Éowyn, the notice was issued on Friday, January 24, due to deterioration in the raw water quality impacting the treatment process at the water treatment plant. Drinking […]
Ballyshannon workplace accident victim named
By Dionne Meehan A MAN in his 60s who died following a workplace accident in Ballyshannon earlier this week has been named as Fermanagh native Gerry Keown. Gardaí and emergency services responded to a fatal workplace accident at a premises in Ballyshannon at approximately 1pm on Wednesday, January 29. Advertisement Mr McKeown, of Carnmore, Roscor, […]