The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: –Kathleen McLaughlin (née Gallen), 28, Tullycar Road, Aghyaran –Jim O’Brien, Greenhill, Letterkenny Advertisement –Barry Breslin, Straleel, Kilcar –Darragh Scanlon, Gloucester, England and Letterkenny –Joe CHAPMAN, 12 St. Colm’s Terrace, East End, Bundoran –Grace Mc Kelvey (née Mc Garvey) Gweedore Road, Dungloe –Maeve Philomena Ryan (née Greene) Magheralosk […]
Government are ‘totally out of touch’ with hospitality sector – Aisling Arnold
By Kate Heaney THOSE in the hospitality sector in Donegal were not feeling elated post Tuesday’s budget, despite being offered €4,000 towards energy bills and a possible discount on commercial rates. In the run up to the budget, the Irish Tourist Industry Confederation (ITIC), The Vintners’ Federation (VFI), The Restaurants Association of Ireland (RAI) and […]
Donegal Tourism launches hilarious new campaign starring Eric Roberts
Get ready to pack your bags (but maybe not too fast!) because Donegal Tourism is at it again with their newest and cheekiest campaign, ‘Sharing Donegal’. Following the viral sensations that were the Autumn 2023 and Spring 2024 campaigns, Donegal Tourism is back with a fresh twist. In a playful twist on the series’ ongoing […]
Paddy Gildea’s butchery journey comes full cycle as he closes up shop
By Tara McCormack THIS Saturday will mark the end of an era at the foot of the town in Letterkenny as Paddy Gildea of Gildea Farm Butchers pulls the shutter for the final time. After nearly 13 years of dedicated service to his loyal customers, Paddy has made the difficult decision to close the shop, […]
Minor earthquake recorded off Inishowen Coast
A small earthquake, measuring 0.9 in magnitude, was detected off the coast of Culdaff Bay in the early hours of Tuesday morning. Though too weak to be felt by residents, the tremor occurred at 1:18am on October 1st and was recorded by seismometers at St Columba’s College in Stranorlar. This mini-quake took place at a […]
Deaths in Donegal, Wednesday evening, October 2
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: –Teresa Mc Clafferty (née Duggan) 40 Ballina, Falcarragh –Bridie (Nana) O’Donnell (née Gallagher) Middletown, Derrybeg Advertisement –Maggie Ward (née Boyle) Mully, Glenties –Don Gallen, 12 The Beeches, Navenny, Ballybofey, Donegal, / Crossroads –Patrick McDonagh, 50 The Grange, Letterkenny –Mary McGinley (née McCafferty) Forth, Ballyconnell, Falcarragh –Anne Ward […]
Cannonball 4X4 road trip set to roll into Donegal for the first time
FOR the first time ever, the adrenaline-fueled Cannonball 4X4 Overland Adventure is set to blaze a trail across Donegal’s rugged landscapes, offering participants a thrilling mix of off-road adventure and scenic beauty. This exciting event, running from November 15 to 16, will bring drivers through some of Ireland’s most breath-taking cross-country and coastal routes, including […]
Donegal celebrates National Breastfeeding week with events and expert support
Week takes place from October 1 to 7, with a theme that focuses on supporting mothers and their babies from the early stages of pregnancy through to their breastfeeding journey. The HSE has published the Breastfeeding Action Plan Progress Report (2016-2023), highlighting the importance of breastfeeding in protecting babies against numerous illnesses and meeting their […]
Deaths in Donegal, Tuesday evening, October 1
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: –Don Gallen, 12 The Beeches, Navenny, Ballybofey, Donegal, / Crossroads –Patrick McDonagh, 50 The Grange, Letterkenny Advertisement –Mary McGinley (née McCafferty) Forth, Ballyconnell, Falcarragh –Anne Ward (née O’Donnell) Lucan, Dublin / Glenties – Vincent Morrow, Dunkineely – Joan Pigott, Dublin and Moville – Daniel (Danny) Kelly, Meenglass, […]
Budget 2025: Key measures to address cost of living crisis
The Minister for Agriculture, Food, and the Marine has welcomed today’s budget announcement, highlighting the Government’s €8.3 billion package of extra spending and tax cuts aimed at easing the cost of living. Minister Charlie McConalogue emphasised that Budget 2025 is heavily focused on addressing the ongoing financial pressures faced by Irish households. Here are the […]