GARDAÍ are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of Elisabeta Milosiu (17), who was reported missing from Quigley’s Point/Carrowkeel on Sunday last. Elisabeta is described as being approximately 5 foot 2 inches in height, of slim build with shoulder length brown hair and brown eyes. When last seen, Elisabeta was wearing a black […]
EirGrid to host Energy Citizens Roadshow in Donegal
EirGrid, the operator and developer of the national electricity grid, is set to bring its Energy Citizens Roadshow to Donegal next month. Led by EirGrid, this free event will bring together experts from SEAI (Ireland’s national sustainable energy authority) and ESB Networks to provide information about home energy efficiency upgrades, retrofitting grants, community micro-generation schemes […]
Appeal for information following Ards Friary theft
Gardaí are appealing for information following a theft at Ards Friary in Creeslough. A man was taking pictures at the shore and he left his camera on a tripod while he went for a short walk only to discover that it had been stolen upon his return. The items stolen were a Fuji X- T4 […]
Over €17 million in refurbishment grants returns 312 vacant and derelict homes to active use in Donegal
Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD, has announced the latest figures which show that nationally over €200 million has been disbursed through the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant, successfully returning 3,672 previously vacant or derelict homes to active residential use across the country. The figures also show that in Donegal, €17.4m has […]
Catherine Connolly understands regional imbalance and will be a voice for the North West if elected – Pearse Doherty TD
Donegal Deputy and Sinn Féin Spokesperson for Finance Pearse Doherty has said that Catherine Connolly has shown time and again that she understands the reality of regional imbalance and the need to build a fairer Ireland for communities too often left behind. Teachta Doherty said: “Catherine Connolly has spent her political life standing up for […]
IN PICTURES: Global Irish excellence celebrated at Tip O’Neill awards event
THE 2025 Tip O’Neill Irish Diaspora Awards took place on Friday evening at the Inishowen Gateway Hotel in Buncrana, honouring four exceptional members of the Global Irish community whose achievements reflect the enduring spirit and values of the Irish diaspora. The day began with a special in-person panel discussion hosted by Ulster University, featuring Professor […]
Sanding and seeding of MacCumhaill Park’s new playing surface complete
The sanding and seeding of the new playing pitch at MacCumhaill Park in Ballybofey were completed this week. The resurfacing of Donegal’s premier GAA ground is part of a €500,000 overall redevelopment which began in April. The project also includes improvements to floodlighting, drainage, and accessibility. Donegal Minister of State, Charlie McConalogue, visited MacCumhaill Park […]
Donegal artefacts feature in Changing Ireland Galleries at National Musuem
An iconic Fender Stratocaster guitar owned by musician Rory Gallagher is one of a number of artefacts from Donegal that feature in Changing Ireland Galleries at the National Musuem of Ireland. The Changing Ireland Galleries was officially launched today, marking the biggest expansion of public galleries at the National Museum of Ireland in over two […]
Donegal retailers honoured at XL awards event in Spain
FIVE retailers from Donegal were among a group of retailers from around the country who have been honoured for their outstanding commitment to their local communities at the annual XL Retailer Awards celebration, held in Calpe, Spain. Hosted by BWG Foods, owners and operators of the XL Retail brand in Ireland, the XL Retail Awards […]
HSE Nursing Service unavailable on Tory Island on Sunday
Due to essential mandatory staff training, the HSE Nursing Service on Tory Island will be unavailable on Sunday, October 19. A HSE spokesperson said: “This is part of a planned programme of bespoke island nurse training called “ALERT Training”. The training, which focuses on the management of deteriorating patients, is mandatory for all Island Nurses […]