Buncrana Man John Mc 2024Carter has been named the Donegal Person of the Year for 2024. The announcement took place in Leo’s Tavern, Crolly this evening. It is difficult to put into several paragraphs the work John has carried out to promote Donegal on so many different levels through his involvement in business and in […]
Decision on proposed Loreto Milford school plans due
by Louise Doyle A DECISION on whether a new school building in Milford will be given the green light is expected within days. The Board of Management of Loreto Community School in Milford lodged planning permission with Donegal County Council in September 2024 for a new 1,951.2M2 two-storey school building. Advertisement Proposed plans comprise 11 general classrooms, special teaching […]
Bryson Recycling giving back to charity in Donegal
Each year, Bryson Recycling staff collect materials such as copper from scrap metal recycled at their six recycling centres across Donegal, and donate the money raised from selling this valuable material to charity. This year, Bryson has donated €1,500 to Donegal Hospice, who provide a range of palliative care services for people with life-limiting illness […]
‘Moonfest’ gathering to celebrate legacy of Paul Mooney
by Louise Doyle A SPECIAL gathering to celebrate the legacy and music of the late Ramelton musician, Paul Mooney, will take place on what would have been his 32nd birthday. Family, friends and former band mates of the talented musician will gather in The Cottage bar, Letterkenny, on Saturday, February 15, for a night of celebration […]
Councillors off to Germany for St Patrick’s Day
THE Cathaoirleach of Letterkenny-Milford Municipal District Council will be jetting to Germany to take part in St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in the town of Rudolstadt. Cllr Gerry McMonagle will be joined by Cllr Donal Coyle, who has been nominated to attend as well, in place of Cllr Ciaran Brogan, the Leas-Cathaoirleach, who has prior commitments. […]
Google Street View used to help identify bloodied rock
A geologist has told a murder trial that she used Google Street View to help identify the possible source of a bloodied rock that was allegedly used to fracture a pensioner’s skull before his body went over the cliffs at Sliabh Liag in Donegal. Dr Sophie O’Connor told the court that a rock, which showed […]
Lifford gym hosts charity event for assault victim
By Paul McElwee THE Railway Gym in Lifford is ‘spinning’ into action tomorrow with a fundraising event to support the family of Charles Dooher, a young man left fighting for his life following a brutal assault. Two weeks ago, Charles and his father were attacked at their home on Conneyburrow Road in Lifford by five […]
Donegal dominates nominations at Outsider Awards 2024
The countdown is on to the announcement of the winners of the Outsider People of the Year Awards (2024). Outsider.ie announces a list of more then 90 nominees for its annual People of the Year Awards. These awards celebrate ordinary, yet extraordinary, people that have achieved amazing feats on the Irish outdoor and adventure scene […]
Deep sadness following passing of Odhrán O’Donnell, Churchill
THERE is much sadness in Churchill and in Letterkenny today at the news of the passing of Odhrán O’Donnell, Cruckraw, Churchill. He died peacefully at his late residence on Thursday, surrounded by his loving family. Odhran, a much loved and hugely popular member of the community, had been in ill-health in recent times. Advertisement He […]
Speed reduction on rural roads takes effect today
The speed limit on rural, local roads will change from 80 km/h to 60 km/h today. Rural, local roads primarily serve local traffic and connect our rural communities. These roads are designated with an ‘L’ followed by a number, or do not have a number. Reducing speed limits is part of the Government’s Road Safety […]