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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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 […]
Loving, caring and gentle Enya is laid to rest
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By Dionne Meehan THIRTEEN-year-old Enya Maria Celia McMurrough was remembered for being immensely loving, caring and gentle at her requiem Mass yeserday. Miss McMurrough, of Ardsbeg, Gortahork passed away unexpectedly in Crumlin Children’s Hospital on Saturday, February 1. Advertisement As hundreds gathered in Teach Pobail Chríost Rí to say their final goodbyes, Fr Seán O’Gallchóir […]
Brother of murder accused was concerned sister off meds
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The brother of a woman accused of murdering a pensioner whose body went over Ireland’s highest cliffs has told the Central Criminal Court that he was concerned that his sister was not taking her medication and appeared to be drinking during the day in the lead up to the alleged offence. Alan Vial (39) of […]