Donegal News columnist Paul Bradley caught up with Eamonn Bonner this week. They spoke about the important role arts and traditional crafts still play in a social media world. Hi Eamonn, thanks for doing this interview. Could you tell us a bit about yourself, please? I was born in Burtonport and growing up there gave […]
MS Support Group raises €1,433 for Swilly-Mulroy Mobility Bus
THE MS Support Group has presented a cheque for €1,433 to Kirsty Shields of the Milford & District Resource Centre, following the success of its annual Christmas Hamper Draw. The funds raised will go directly towards supporting the Swilly-Mulroy Mobility Bus, a vital community service providing accessible transport for wheelchair users and individuals with mobility […]
Irish language requirements for Gaeltacht housing areas divides council
by Chris Ashmore DONEGAL County Council is set to hold a special workshop to discuss Irish language requirements when it comes to planning permissions for multiple residential developments in Gaeltacht areas. The issue was raised at the January meeting of the Council by Councillor Michael McClafferty, who said that it was his understanding that current policy […]
Peter Timoney remembered for his caring nature
LETTERKENNY man Peter Timoney has been remembered for his caring nature following his sad passing at the weekend. Mr Timoney, of Ballymacool, passed away peacefully at home after a long illness bravely borne, surrounded by his loving family and in the compassionate care of hospice staff on Sunday, January 25. Requiem Mass took place on […]
Calls for mental health emergency room at LUH
A DONEGAL deputy is calling for a dedicated mental health emergency room at Letterkenny University Hospital for those affected by the defective concrete crisis. TD Charles Ward has called on the Minister of State with responsibility for Mental Health, Mary Butler, to prioritise mental health in the North West region to account for all those impacted by […]
Senator Eileen Flynn to launch Traveller podcasts
DONEGAL Senator Eileen Flynn will launch a short podcast series called ‘Travellers Lives’ at the Regional Cultural Centre in Letterkenny on Saturday at 1pm. The three podcasts are on the themes of family, life on and off the road, and the importance of horses in Traveller culture. They’ve been put together by musician and former editor […]
Buncrana Leisure Centre still undelivered after years of promises- Cllr
COUNCILLOR Joy Beard of the 100% Redress Party has said that the people of Buncrana and Inishowen are entitled to honesty and accountability after more than ten years without a leisure centre, following comments by a fellow government councillor that she says are misleading and unfair. Cllr Beard said attempts to suggest that local councillors […]
HSE encourages public to consider all care options this Bank Holiday weekend
HSE West and North West is advising people in Donegal to be aware of their healthcare options this Bank Holiday weekend. If you do get sick this bank holiday weekend there are a number of healthcare options available; plan ahead, know your options and stay safe. The month of January has been extremely busy across […]
Weather: A mostly cloudy day with scattered showers
TODAY will be mostly cloudy with rain followed by frequent showers, turning heavy at times. It will be blustery with a moderate to fresh wind. Highest temperatures of 7 to 9 degrees. Advertisement Tonight will be cloudy and wet. Lowest temperatures of 3 to 5 degrees with light to moderate and variable winds.
Deaths in Donegal, Friday morning, January 30
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Thomas Francis (Tommy) Curry, Glenswilly and Coventry Jim Doherty, Clonmany Advertisement Ita Kernan, Newtowncunningham Tom Lawne, Donegal Town Betty Loughlin, Cloghan Dylan McNamee, Drumkeen Mary Ferry (née McGinley), Falcarragh Bridie Doherty (née O’Donnell), Malin Head Lawrence O’Toole, Killybegs Joe McGee, Newtowncunningham Mairead Lafferty, Dunfanaghy Kieran McGroary, Laghey […]