THE new Jim Lynch Community Building was officially opened last Thursday, September 25. As well as facilitating public events, meetings and functions, the new facility incorporates two new state-of-the-art dressing rooms right beside the existing astroturf (4G) playing pitch which has been a huge success since it was completed in 2019. The opening event was […]
Double festive fun being planned at Letterkenny centre
TWO festive craft fairs are being held at Letterkenny Community Centre in the run-up to Christmas. The centre said the events are being organised due to a high demand. The first craft fair will be on Sunday, November 23, from noon to 4pm. Advertisement The second fair will between the same times on Sunday, December […]
Lifesaving work of Donegal charity in the spotlight
THE work of a charity which provides a vital health service in Donegal will be highlighted at an event in the county next week. Blood Bike North West provides a free out of hours service to the service by transporting blood and other supplies around medical facilities. Some of the group’s volunteers have been invited […]
Carrickfin swim breaks down borders on the beach
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By Eoin McGarvey & Charlie Boyle SWIMMERS from various parts of Northern Ireland and Donegal took to the water at the Boatstrand near Carrickfin on Saturday as part of a Special EU Programmes Body and Donegal County Council cross border event. Close on 70 people from several swim groups in Donegal and Northern Ireland joined together […]
Wainfest 2025 launches at Glenveagh National Park
WAINFEST, Donegal’s much-loved annual children’s arts and book festival, was officially launched last week at the iconic Glenveagh National Park with the inspiring theme ‘Your Voice, Your Choice’. This year’s theme places children’s perspectives at the heart of the festival, empowering them to share their ideas, opinions, and creativity in a supportive and inspiring environment. […]
How a Donegal Gaeltacht village is powering the luxury brands
WHEN many leading fashion houses are sourcing premium yarns, Donegal Yarns based in Kilcar is on their list of suppliers. And thanks to Údarás na Gaeltachta’s continued investment, this remarkable Irish success story is going from strength to strength. In a story that reads like a modern Irish fairy tale, Snáth Dún na nGall Ltd, […]
Public Services Companion: Almost 23,000 people here eligible for free pass
A total of 22,953 people in Donegal will be able to benefit from the extension to the Free Travel Scheme for the over-70s. As of this week, those over 70 with a valid free travel Public Services Card can have another person, aged 16 or older, travel with them for free on all public and […]
Letterkenny students’ memorable trip to Creeslough
TRANSITION year students from Loreto Letterkenny have enjoyed a trip to Creeslough. Student Mia Regan said the group enjoyed kayaking, surfing, walking and soaking up the sun. Reflecting on the fun-filled trip, Mia said: “During this trip we did activities such as walking 25k, which was split up over two days, kayaking, paddle boarding, surfing and much […]
Maple Group’s charity fundraiser a wonderful success
THE Donegal owned and operated Maple Group has proudly announced the success of its recent charity drive which has raised an incredible €3,000 in aid of Cancer Care West Donegal. The funds were officially presented last week to the charity at a special in store event. “We are absolutely thrilled with the response to this […]
GALLERY: Royal and Prior class of ’75 reunion
Former students from the Royal & Prior Comprehensive School, class of 1975, gathered for a special reunion at the Villa Rose Hotel. See photos of those in attendance below: