The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: – Shelia O’Donnell, Dublin and Dungloe – John McNulty, Mayo and Killygordon Advertisement – Grace Harkin, Falcarragh – Isobelle Hammant, Creeslough and Belfast – Samuel George Black, Convoy – Teresa Mulkern, New York and Glencolmcille – Bridie McMenamin, New York and Ballybofey – Gerard McLaughlin, Galway and […]
A new Sensory Room opens in Ionad Naomh Pádraig in Gaoth Dobhair
By Tommy Curran A NEW sensory room which is equipped with interactive and integrated lighting, visual and sound effects was officially opened upstairs in Ionad Naomh Pádraig, Gaoth Dobhair last Thursday. The room was officially opened by Ann Marie Crosse, Sláintecare, Healthy Communities Co-Ordinator. Advertisement The blessing of the new room was performed by Fr. Brian […]
Could Ireland’s most OATstanding oats be grown in Donegal?
CALLING all Donegal oat growers! Flahavan’s are delighted to once again announce their “Oat Grower of the Year Award” competition for 2024. This prestigious award recognises the outstanding efforts and dedication of both Conventional and Organic Oat Growers in producing top-quality oats. The Waterford-based family food business, who have been producing Ireland’s favourite porridge for […]
Keadue men walk to paradise…
KEADUE native Paddy Ferry and his son Patrick, a resident in Edinburgh, completed a 46-mile sponsored charity walk last weekend from Edinburgh to Celtic Park in Glasgow. Funds were raised for the Edinburgh Food Project and the Celtic Charitable Foundation. This is in keeping with the founding ethos of Celtic when a Sligo man, Brother […]
PARENTING: Having the neighbours’ kids around all the time – is it a good thing or not?
MANY people who live in a housing estate with lots of young families will agree that it’s fantastic for your kids to have neighbourhood playmates. There are plenty of days when I don’t feel the need to go anywhere to entertain my kids; I can just open the door and send them out to play […]
Gardaí investigating spate of burglaries in Letterkenny
GARDAÍ are investigating a spate of burglaries which took place in Letterkenny this week. The burglaries, which took place at seven premises, occurred between Wednesday, September 18 and Thursday, September 19. A Garda spokesperson said: “Enquiries are being carried out to establish any items which may have been taken.” Advertisement Meanwhile, investigations are ongoing and […]
Remembering ‘Mosie’ at Doon Well
THE sad passing of well-known Newmills woman Mary Rose Dullaghan almost a month ago, will be celebrated at one of her favourite places this evening. Known to many as ‘Mosie,’ Mrs Dullaghan passed away at the Donegal Hospice on Sunday, August 25 after a brave battle with illness. Her family have decided that instead of […]
Almost 3,000 wild deer culled in Donegal in one year
ALMOST 3,000 wild deer were culled in Donegal in one year, according to new data. Data released by the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) to the Irish Deer Commission show a record number of 78,175 wild deer were culled in Ireland in the 12-month period up February 28, 2023. In Donegal, 2,704 wild deer were culled. […]
Driver detected 12 times over the limit
by Louise Doyle A DRIVER was found to be 12 times over the drink drive limit when stopped by Letterkenny Roads Policing Unit at the weekend. The driver had no driving licence or insurance and the vehicle was 837 days out of tax when gardaí stopped the driver on Saturday, September 15. Advertisement The vehicle was seized […]