The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: –Nora Doherty (née Blaney) Sappagh, Muff –Eileen Greene (née Sweeney) Loughanure Advertisement -Rose Kelly (née Byrne) 27 Blackrock Drive, Ballybofey -Maureen Brogan (née O’Donnell) College Farm Rd., Letterkenny -Dessie Lafferty, 481, The Curragh, Killygordon -Dr. John (Sean) Mc Bride, Downings, Letterkenny, Donegal / Tralee, Kerry -Oliver NorrisCogaula, […]
Local Link upgrades Letterkenny to Fanad service with new route
Local Link has announced significant improvements to its Letterkenny-Fanad service, rebranded as Route 973, which will take effect on Monday, October 7th. The newly upgraded Route 973, previously known as Route 300, will offer up to ten daily return trips between Letterkenny and Kerrykeel, operating seven days a week. Of these, six services will extend […]
Mickey Joe Harte encourages Donegal artists to shine as RTÉ opens the door for Eurovision 2025
RTÉ has announced the search to find Ireland’s next representative for the Eurovision Song Contest 2025. The competition will take place in Basel, Switzerland, following this year’s victory by Nemo with their hit track The Code. Eurovision continues to be a global phenomenon, reaching over 160 million viewers, and provides an unparalleled platform for artists […]
Irish tradition meets modern flair in Diane Cannon’s latest release
LAST Sunday, the enchanting voice of Diane Cannon, a beloved figure in traditional Irish music and culture, introduced the world to her latest work. The Meenlaragh native released “Bean an Fhir Ruaidh,” the first single from her much-anticipated upcoming album. The song is a local version of a well-known traditional piece, generously shared by sean-nós […]
Deaths in Donegal, Friday evening, September 27
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: -Seamus Byrne, Liscooly, Castlefin -Brendan Mc Manus, Cavan Hill, Lifford Advertisement -Danny Walsh Milestone House, Ballyraine, Letterkenny -Rose Theresa Mc Dermott (née Cannon) Birmingham and formerly Magheroarty, Gortahork –Rita Bradley, 35 Woodlawn, Stranorlar, formerly Rosslare, Co. Wexford Seamus Byrne, Liscooly, Castlefin The death has occured at Letterkenny […]
‘Arrows on Errigal’ fundraiser raises €7,721 for Donegal Hospice
Isobel Rodgers from Donegal Hospice was present at the Donegal Darts Grand Prix to accept a generous cheque on behalf of the hospice. The funds were raised during the Arrows on Errigal, Donegal Darts fundraiser, which brought in an impressive total of €7,721. A huge congratulations to everyone who took part in the Errigal climb and […]
Extended roadworks to hit Buncrana road for ten nights
Drivers in Buncrana are being advised to plan ahead as major roadworks will take place on Cockhill Road from October 1st to 11th, 2024. Northstone, the construction company overseeing the project, will be carrying out the works between 7 PM and 7 AM each day. The night-time schedule is aimed at minimising disruption during peak […]
Under a canopy of Northern Lights: The magical May wedding of Mary and Cathal at Drumhalla House
By Tara McCormack All weddings are special, but Mary McGlinchey from Glenfin, Co Donegal and Sligo native Cathal Surlis’s big day was truly out of this world – quite literally. Set against the stunning backdrop of Drumhalla House, their sun-kissed May wedding was filled with unforgettable moments, laughter, and love. Advertisement But it was when […]
Deaths in Donegal, Thursday evening, September 26
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: -Jim Conwell, 16 Brownhill Park, Glenmornan -Kathleen McGLOIN (née Ferguson) West End, Bundoran, Donegal / Belcoo, Fermanagh Advertisement -Rose Theresa Mc Dermott (née Cannon) Birmingham and formerly Magheroarty, Gortahork –Rita Bradley, 35 Woodlawn, Stranorlar, formerly Rosslare, Co. Wexford – Michael Barr, 51 Brookhill, Culmore Road – John […]
New inquest sought into Fahan man’s death in Altnagelvin
THE family of a former Customs and Excise Officer from Fahan, who died in the ICU at Altnagelvin Hospital in 1973, following a road traffic incident, are seeking a fresh inquest into his death. John O’Sullivan’s family have raised questions, contending that on arrival at the hospital, doctors had assessed his chance of recovery as […]