By Dionne Meehan DONEGAL singer Daniel O’Donnell has revealed that he will be taking an extended break from touring. After much reflection, the decision was driven by recent health challenges the star has faced over the past few years. Advertisement “This decision was not made lightly,” a spokesperson began. “It is driven by the health […]
Wide-ranging speed limit changes just around the corner
by Chris Ashmore THE most wide-ranging and radical changes to speed limits in many towns and villages in Donegal are just around the corner. Donegal County Council is planning to slash the speed limit in what are known as “urban core centres” to just 30 km/h. Most of these areas are currently 50 km/h. Advertisement According […]
Fishermen fear deterioration could lead to pier’s closure
By Róise Collins FISHERMEN from Portnablagh are calling for urgent improvements to the local pier, amid growing concerns that continued deterioration could eventually lead to its closure. Led by Ivan McElhinney, the fishermen voiced their concerns during a presentation to local councillors at Monday’s meeting of Glenties Municipal District. They highlighted the need for minor […]
Letterkenny Tourist Centre to reopen
by Louise Doyle LETTERKENNY Tourist Information Centre is to reopen to the public within weeks. The centre, on the Neil T Blaney Road, has operated on a seasonal basis since January 2022. It will open its doors for a four-month period from June 1 to September 2025. Advertisement In a statement, a spokesperson for Fáilte […]
Low morale compromising health service delivery
Urgent action needed to address ‘dire situation’, Fórsa conference in Letterkenny told
Calls for secular marriage venues
by Louise Doyle THE Church of Ireland been asked to explore the possibility of allowing clergy to perform marriages in secular venues. The proposal, which was approved at a General Synod (annual conference) last weekend, could potentially bring a sea change in the future of weddings in Donegal and throughout the county. Advertisement Mrs Nuala […]
Main Street water issues are raised
WATER pipes on Letterkenny’s Main Street are “constantly bursting” and “leaving large areas of the town without water,” a local councillor has claimed. Raising the issue at the May meeting of Letterkenny-Milford Municipal District Council on Tuesday, Cllr. Michael McBride recalled that on a recent visit to the town on a Saturday morning he got […]
Michael’s message in a bottle dates back almost 40 years
By Dionne Meehan A MESSAGE in a bottle which was found washed up on Rutland Island last week dates back almost 40 years. The discovery was made by 12-year-old Michael Gallagher who was out on a stroll when he spotted the mysterious bottle. Advertisement Curiously examining his find, he noticed a letter inside which was […]
Special ‘Slí’ event to follow in the footsteps of St Colmcille
AN innovative new trail project based on the legacy of Donegal-born St Colmcille offers a very special walking opportunity in June with a special 18km walk planned for the eve of his Feast Day. On Saturday, June 7, Slí Cholmcille will host a one-day guided walk on a segment of the Slí between Creeslough and […]
Lifford attack victim cheers GAA team on
A YOUNG Lifford man left fighting for his life following a brutal attack in his home in January has made an appearance on pitch sidelines to cheer his local GAA team on. Charles Dooher (26) was beaten by five masked men with bats, leaving him with catastrophic injuries. He was rushed to the Royal Victoria […]