In a startling early morning discovery, refuse workers in Letterkenny narrowly prevented a potential tragedy when they found a man sleeping inside a large industrial bin. The incident occurred around 5:30 am, marking the first known case of such an occurrence in the town, although it is said to be more common in larger cities. […]
Religious schools in Donegal named in Historic Sexual Abuse Report
Donegal schools have been named in a comprehensive Scoping Inquiry report investigating historic sexual abuse within religious-run educational institutions. The report, which has sent shockwaves throughout Ireland, documents over 2,400 allegations of abuse involving 884 alleged abusers across more than 300 schools. Among the institutions identified, two Donegal schools have been singled out by survivors. […]
Painting by local girl features in major Tokyo exhibition
WORK by a talented art student at Loreto Letterkenny was one of four Irish paintings exhibited at the recent International High School Arts Festival in Tokyo. ‘Man to Machine’, by Weronika Jarosinska (16), scooped a second place prize of €1,000 in the prestigious Texaco Art Competition earlier this year. Sponsored by the International Foundation for […]
Deaths in Donegal, Tuesday Evening, September 3
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: -Susan Kierce Marsh, Banner House, Gortree, Newtowncunningham -Michael Gallagher Drumcannon, Advertisement – Kevin Breslin Gransha, Buncrana – Mary Ellen Gillespie (née Birney), Milford – Joe O’Hagan, Buncrana – Stella Quinn, Glenties – Hubert Reynolds, 6 Coastguard Station, Greencastle – Olive Cassidy, Bundoran – Mary Connaghan, Churchill – […]
Green light for ATU’s 42-acre sports hub in Letterkenny
ATU has successfully obtained planning permission for the development of the Letterkenny Regional Sports and Activity Hub at ATU Donegal. This expansive 42-acre facility will be located in Knocknamona, just 1.8 kilometers from the Port Road campus, strategically positioned near the IDA business park with easy access from the N56. The hub will feature a […]
Who’s your ‘Heritage Hero’? Nominate them for a National Heritage Award
Celebrate your local ‘Heritage Hero’ and nominate an unsung hero in your community The public is invited to nominate their ‘Heritage Hero’ for the prestigious Heritage Hero award. This award is part of the National Heritage Week Awards, which celebrate outstanding heritage projects and events across the country. Advertisement Nominations can be submitted via the […]
Kitten survives being thrown out car window as Donegal charity nurses her back to health
Animals In Need Donegal recently shared a heart-breaking update on social media about one of their rescued kittens, Hermes. According to the post, Hermes was witnessed being thrown out of a car window last weekend, which resulted in her suffering a broken leg. Despite the trauma and the cumbersome bandage she now has to wear, […]
Gardaí appeal for witnesses after man kicks in glass door at Letterkenny takeaway
Authorities are currently working to identify a man who shattered a glass door panel at a takeaway in Letterkenny during the early hours of Sunday morning. The incident occurred around 3 a.m. when the man, dressed in a cream and yellow shirt, was leaving the premises on Port Road. As he departed, he kicked the door, […]
Daniel O’Donnell announces new date for Cork show after health setback
Fans of the legendary Irish singer Daniel O’Donnell were disappointed when his sold-out show at Cork Opera House, originally scheduled for August 31st, 2024, was unexpectedly canceled due to the singer suffering from a chest infection. However, there is now good news for those who had eagerly anticipated the performance with the concert has been […]
Greencastle community centre launches knitting drive to support team hope
Greencastle Community Centre is bringing the community together with a heart-warming initiative aimed at helping children in need. Starting on Tuesday, 24th September, the Centre will host a four-week knitting drive to create hats and scarves for the Team Hope shoebox appeal. This event, which will run every Tuesday from 11 am to 1 pm, […]