A NEW community group aimed at supporting neurodivergent individuals and their families has been launched in the Twin Towns. ‘Seo Mise / This Is Me’, founded by local parents, advocates and community members, is working to create a more inclusive and accessible environment where neuro-divergent people feel safe, valued and understood. The initiative has been […]
Friary’s ‘Beacon of Hope’ blends farming, faith and community
Ards brothers are looking to the future TUCKED away in the rolling landscape of Ards, a quiet transformation is taking shape. One that blends ecology, community and Franciscan spirituality into what one friar hopes will become “a beacon of hope in a world that’s kind of rapidly descending into despair.” Advertisement The Capuchin friary, with […]
Two Donegal women lay bare their early miscarriage heartbreak
By Jonathan Magee They are calling for better supports around time off work, financial security and ongoing medical care TWO Inishowen women have spoken out about their experiences of early miscarriage, laying bare the emotional and physical toll, and have called for greater support for families. Advertisement Their accounts followed last week’s Donegal News report on a Letterkenny […]
Druma Mór Rann na Feirste – A story of music, community, and tradition
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ON a bright summer day, June 6, 1976, the streets of Ranafast echoed with the first proud notes of a new band. Originally called Buíon Cheoil Rann na Feirste, this group of musicians would later become known as Druma Mór Rann na Feirste, taking inspiration from the book of famous writer Seosamh Mac Grianna. But this […]
Letterkenny-based bus company issues protest call over fuel crisis
A Letterkenny-based mini-bus and coach hire company has issued a call on fellow bus operators, hauliers and farmers to join them in a protest in solidarity over the impact the fuel crisis is having on all their livelihoods. McGettigan Travel will take part in the national protest on Tuesday morning. ”Like many other operators, for […]
A celebration of inclusion and identity at Finn Valley College
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FINN Valley College in Stranorlar celebrated ‘Multicultural Day’ last Friday to celebrate the 21 nationalities represented among the student body in the school. It was a colourful and vibrant event wholly enjoyed by the students, their parents and the staff in the school, embodying the core values that underpin the ethos of Donegal ETB schools: […]
Donegal towns honoured at SuperValu Tidy Towns awards
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The 2025 SuperValu Tidy Towns awards for the North West and West region were presented at a prizegiving ceremony in the Landmark Hotel, Carrick-on-Shannon. There were many Donegal winners on the night with Carraig Airt claiming multiple prizes and Donegal Town, Raphoe, Moville, Letterkenny, Buncrana and An Fál Carrach all picking up awards. Carraig Airt […]
In Pics: Elaine McGlinchey Memorial Tractor and Lorry Run
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There was a wonderful turn-out for the annual Elaine McGlinchey Memorial Tractor and Lorry Run which took place in Castlefin last weekend. Always well supported, the funds raised on the day go to Donaghmore National School. Photographer Clive Wasson was there to capture some lovely pics.
Reaching new heights – and all for a good cause
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By Paddy Walsh Charity fundraiser and adventurer, John Wilkie, yesterday undertook a few laps of the Letterkenny Town Park on Good Friday. Small fry for the local man who is a daily walker and has climbed Errigal Mountain on over 80 occasions. Advertisement But there’ll be nothing small about his task in early May – […]
Footpath frustrations raised at council
A TWIN Towns councillor has expressed his frustration with the time it is taking to get two short stretches of footpaths built in Ballybofey and Killygordon. According to Cllr Patrick McGowan a section of footpath was built in Sessiaghoneill some 15 years ago, but it needs to be linked in with other pavements in the area, […]