I pictiúir: Féile Áitiúil Scoildrámaíochta Ghaoth Dobhair
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Bhí  Féile Scoildrámaíochta Ghaoth Dobhair ar siúl ins Amharclann Dé Mairt agus Dé Céadaoin. Fuair siad seo leanas ainmniúcháin chuig Féile Uladh i Leitir Ceanainn:  Scoil Phádraig, Dobhar, ‘Eachtraí Ghleanna an Iolair, Scoil Cholmcille, An Tearmnn,  ‘Teach Finneagas’,  Scoil Náisiúnta Taobhóige ‘Triail  Chinn Óir’, Scoil Chnoc na Naomh ‘ Cinnín Óir agus na Ceithre Bhéar’, Scoil na Crannóige,  ‘An Tathrú’   Scoil Rann […]

Life and times of Benny Gordon to hit the big screen
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FOR over 20 years Ballybofey man, Benny Gordon, worked as film projectionist in the iconic Ritz cinema in his home town. Now the life and times of the well known centenarian is being projected onto another screen in the nearby Balor Theatre – capturing through interviews and images a story that is 100 years old. […]

Gaoth Dobhair man launches new St Patrick’s Day celebrations in France
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IN cooperation with the Irish Embassy in France and the president of the regional French tourism office, Brinaleck-based cultural entrepreneur, author and journalist, Sean Hillen has launched new St Patrick’s Day celebrations in the Pyrenees-Orientale region in Languedoc, France. “I’m delighted about this new cultural initiative which will help strengthen the already close bonds between […]

Castlefinn bar reopens two years after devastating blaze


A CASTLEFINN pub has reopened today, two years on from a devastating blaze that destroyed the popular venue. Tinney’s Bar, run by the Brennan family, was reduced to a charred shell following the fire in March 2024. No injuries were reported but the pub was completely ruined. Advertisement In the intervening time, major renovation works […]

Thatch repair grant scheme open for applications


Donegal County Council’s award-winning Thatch Repair Grant Scheme has opened for applications. Now in its eighth year, the scheme assists the owners and occupiers of historic thatched dwellings and businesses with their maintenance and repair. The scheme allows for small-scale thatch repairs from €500 up to €3,000. The Thatch Repair Grant Scheme is open for […]

St Patrick’s Day Parade to take place in Ardara


THE St Patrick’s Day Parade will take place in Ardara tomorrow (Sunday). Large crowds of locals are expected to descend on the town to enjoy the fun affair. This year, however, there will sadly be one person missing – Stephen McCahill. Advertisement The married father-of-two (66), who was the co-owner of the Corner House in Ardara and […]

Dunfanaghy Writers’ Circle launch new book at Arnolds Hotel
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A new collection of work produced by the Dunfanaghy Writers’ Circle titled Beacons Across Dark Waters has been launched by the book’s editor Alf McCreary. He presented the first copy to Arnolds Hotel, where the group was first established. The book contains the work of 12 writers from across Ulster, including the editor himself, and […]

Timmy steps down after 30 years of service
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By Tommy Curran Timmy Boyle has stepped down from his role as Officer in Charge of the Bunbeg Coast and Rescue Service bringing to a close an outstanding 30 years of service. Throughout his time with the service he played a leading role in countless search and rescue operations, often in difficult and challenging conditions. […]

‘Moonfest’ raises €1,050 in memory of Ramelton musician


THE third annual ‘Moonfest’ fundraiser in memory of Ramelton musician Paul Mooney has raised €1,050 for Raphoe Pastoral Bereavement Counselling Service, which continues to support his family. Mr Mooney (30), late of Glen Lower, died in a two-car collision on the N14 Letterkenny to Lifford road at Carrickballydoey on December 18, 2023. Paul’s partner, Nicolle, and the driver of […]