A MAN (30s) has died as a result of work accident in Buncrana. Gardaí were alerted to the incident yesterday evening, July 9. The man later passed away at the scene. Advertisement The local coroner has been notified and a post-mortem will take place in due course. The Health Safety Authority has been notified and […]
Exclusive: Donal ‘Mandy’ Kelly confirms General Election bid
By Dionne Meehan Fianna Fáil Cllr Donal ‘Mandy’ Kelly has confirmed his intention to contest the forthcoming General election. He has put his name forward for the party’s General Election selection convention ahead of the closing date for nominations which is Monday, July 15. Advertisement The Glenswilly man topped the poll in the Letterkenny LEA […]
Letterkenny entrepreneur taking the sustainable fashion world by storm
by Matthew Foley A LETTERKENNY entrepreneur is taking the sustainable fashion world by storm. The 2020 Covid-19 pandemic was an uncertain time for everyone in Ireland, but for Sadhbha Medlar it was the beginning of a special and unique journey. Advertisement Having just finished studying Mechatronic Engineering in Dublin City University when the pandemic shut […]
Tina’s inspirational Errigal climb
AN INSPIATIONAL woman, who marked one year since the completion of her radiotherapy by climbing Errigal Mountain at the weekend, is on a mission to raise funds to help cancer patients on both sides of the border. Tina Gallen, who is still recovering from her treatment, undertook the formidable challenge along with 12 of her friends. […]
Letterkenny soldier’s grave found 100 years on
THE grave of a Letterkenny born soldier who fought in the first World War has been found and rededicated 100 years after his death. The grave of Company Quartermaster Sergeant (CQMS) John Doherty MM (Military Medal), who went missing in France on 22 March 1918, has finally been identified following a search instigated by his […]
Arranmore native among Tip O’Neill awardees
AN Arranmore native and a US based businessman are among the recipients of this year’s Tip O’Neill Irish Diaspora Awards. Caroleann Gallagher grew up on Arranmore Island and is now based in Chicago. She launched The Coogan Gallagher Scholarship in recent years for Leaving Cert students from the Gairmscoil, Arranmore. Advertisement Billy Higgins, born and raised […]
Success for Donegal businesses in Irish Hospitality Awards
DONEGAL enjoyed much success in the 6th Irish Hospitality Awards, scooping awards in various categories. The Silver Tassie Hotel was awarded Hotel of the Year, while the Shandon Hotel and Spa won Spa Hotel of the Year. John’s Ireland and Walking Ireland scooped the ‘Best Day Out’ award, while Travers Holiday Park in Bundoran won ‘Best Entertaining […]
Donegal students urged to consider their options
STUDENTS in Donegal are being urged to ‘consider their options’ following the closure of the CAO deadline. Dr Fiona Maloney, Director of the National Tertiary Office, is reminding school leavers that they can still begin degree studies in September via the alternative route of the tertiary degree programme. A first-of-its-kind initiative across Europe, there are […]
Donegal man replaces Eileen Magnier as new North West Correspondent
DONEGAL man Shane Ó Curraighín is set to replace Eileen Magnier as RTÉ’s Northwest Correspondent. Shane will be reporting and providing analysis across RTÉ News platforms on social, economic, cultural and political developments on all aspects of life in the Northwest region including all of Donegal, Leitrim and Sligo. Shane Ó Curraighín joined RTÉ as a […]
Monsignor Kevin’s 25th anniversary
Gaoth Dobhair born Monsignor Kevin Gillespie, P.P., of Conwal and Leck and Administrator of the Raphoe Diocese who celebrated the Silver Jubilee of his ordination with a Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Derrybeg on Saturday evening. He is pictured with his brothers, Tom Beag, Pluincéad, Joseph and Éamonn and sister Sorcha.