A Dungloe shop will mark a massive milestone this weekend when they celebrate 100 years in business. Bonner’s Shop on the Main Street has been a fixture in the town over the last century having started as a grocery business established by Johnny Walsh in 1922. Johnny Walsh (1889 – 1973) contributed massively to the […]
Details of Market Square redevelopment published
Plans to transform Letterkenny’s Market Square into a European-style plaza have taken a significant step forward with the publication of a detailed design. From today (Thursday) the public will be able to have its say on the redevelopment proposals which will see many of the square’s existing features either relocated or removed altogether. It is […]
Funding crisis hits choir ‘for all ages’
The award-winning choir was set up to promote friendships between younger and older generations.
Almost 240 attacks on hospital staff
The highest number of reported exposure to behavioural hazards occurred in 2020 (98) at the height of the pandemic.
Long wait times at LUH’s emergency department
In the past 24 hours 142 people have attended the ED, which is above average for this time of year.
Hallelujah…Empty church sells at last
AN abandoned church in Castlefinn has sold for almost double its original asking price. The 150-year-old Congregational Church of Ireland property, located in the town’s Diamond area, had been on the market for over two years. When it failed to sell estate agent Martin McGowan sent it to auction. It was bought by someone in Dublin […]
Celebration of Church Lane Historic Towns Initiative
There will be a celebration of the Church Lane Historic Towns Initiative on Church Lane in Letterkenny this Friday, July 22 at 5 pm.
Tributes paid as ‘remarkable’ McGarvey turns 92
COUNCILLOR Ian McGarvey has received birthday wishes from the Seanad to mark his turning 92 years of age. The Ramelton man first entered politics as a member of Donegal County Council in 2004 when he was 73. He has successfully contested four general elections and last defended his seat in 2019 when he secured a final tally of 1,522 votes. […]
Corruption allegations took council staff ‘to hell and back’
Corruption allegations made against council staff have taken a huge toll on them and their families, the authority’s most senior figure has said.
Unique fundraiser for Dungloe parochial hall
Built in 1913, it has served the people well as a parish and a community venue for various social, cultural, recreational and historical events.