Talented young jockey is punching above is weight


DONEGAL NEWS SPORTS PERSONALITY – AUGUST THE horse and pony racing season comes to an end in Athea, Co Limerick, this weekend for talented young Letterkenny jockey Dylan Browne-McMonagle. A third year student at Errigal College, Dylan (14) from the Mountain Top is the new champion horse and pony rider for the Northern region. It’s […]


Buncrana pier pre inquest


  The family who lost their lives in the Buncrana pier tragedy last year could not open the doors of their car, an pre-inquest hearing heard yesterday. The first responders to the vehicle couldn’t open the submerged Audi Q7 jeep’s door when they reached the scene. Advertisement Sean McGrotty, 46, sons Mark, 11 and eight […]


Key event in Donegal as part of Jobs Week


  An important event is to take place in Donegal today as part of Jobs Week. A workshop for anyone on the job hunt will take place in Carndonagh this morning, with advisors giving career guidance and assistance with preparing a CV and learning interview skills.  Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection Regina Doherty, […]


Man airlifted from Slieve Leauge


  A man was safely rescued and airlifted from Slieve Leauge in south Donegal yesterday afternoon. Malin Head CoOrdination Centre received a 999 call at approximately 2.30pm yesterday advising of a male who had a suspected broken ankle.  Advertisement The Coast Guard Helicopter based in Sligo R118 was tasked along with Killybegs Coast Guard.  The injured […]