AN American man who won a Donegal farmhouse in a raffle says he only entered the draw because it was for a good cause. Robert Duncan and his wife Valeria had just gone to bed when his phone started ringing. After ignoring it a couple of times Robert answered to be told that he had […]
Fresh call for full-time Garda officer in Kilmacrennan
A renewed call has been made for the reinstatement of a full-time Garda officer in Kilmacrennan. Speaking at the latest meeting of the Joint Policing Committee, Councillor Michael McBride said there has been a rise in minor crime in the area. He added that promises have been made previously that a full-time officer would be […]
Documentary showing to mark Eddie Fullerton’s murder
TODAY marks the 30th anniversary of the murder of former Donegal County Councillor Eddie Fullerton. A Sinn Féin elected representative, Mr Fullerton was killed at his Buncrana home on May 25 1991 by a loyalist murder gang. To mark the 30th anniversary, Sinn Féin will be screening the TG4 documentary ‘Fullerton’ this evening from 7pm […]
Cyber-attack continuing to impact Letterkenny hospital
THE ransomware attack on the HSE IT systems is having an ongoing impact on services at Letterkenny University Hospital, according to hospital group Saolta. In a statement this afternoon the health body said, “The patient records system is not currently accessible which means that clinical staff are unable to contact patients. “Patients who are taking […]
Family issues appeal over access to Murder Hole beach
THE family that owns lands around the Murder Hole beach say they are doing all they can to resolve issues regarding access. The family has a working farm on fields that separate the famous Downings beauty spot from the main road. They also own a neighbouring holiday park. For years the Murder Hole was regarded […]
Campervan users in Donegal urged to have their say
CAMPERVAN and motorhome users in Donegal are being invited to make their views known as part of Donegal County Council’s Caravan and Camping Survey. This is in addition to an existing survey that is underway to garner the views of the general public in Donegal on the opportunities presented by this growing sector. “The caravan, camper […]
Letterkenny woman has key role in Olympics challenge
A LETTERKENNY woman is finalising plans for the Tokyo Olympics. Dr Sharon Madigan is Head of Performance Nutrition at Sport Ireland and she works with the Irish Olympic Team. The eldest daughter of Jim and Mary Madigan, Ramelton Road, Dr Madigan’s sister Bronagh works in Letterkenny University Hospital while her brother Paul is employed at […]
‘Middling’ job on the Arranmore ferry is a great job
ARRANMORE’S largest ferry has been lengthened by three metres. The specialist work was undertaken on the MV Rhum by engineers at Mevagh Boatyard in Downings over recent months. The vessel is now back in the water ahead of the busy summer season between Burtonport and the island. The yard is operated by Dominic Sweeney, a […]
What happened after two Donegal lads left secure jobs?
FIFTEEN years ago two Donegal friends took a leap of faith and left secure, stable jobs to set up their own recruitment company. Today, 3D Personnel is a leading name in construction recruitment for the UK, Ireland and Europe with a turnover in excess of £50 million (Stg) last year. The company employs more than […]
100 year old spirit discovered in Donegal distillery
A story of a 100 year-old spirit living on the site of a new distillery in West Donegal was revived earlier this week. The ‘Ghost Whiskey’ appeared at the historic Crolly Whiskey Company building just months after it became the first to successfully distil whiskey in Donegal for more than 180 years. Spirits were first […]