AN extraordinary wave of support from local businesses and companies across Donegal and further afield continues to build behind the Downstrands Family Resource Support Fund, through their backing of the upcoming Neven Maguire Fundraising Cookery Demonstration at the Clanree Hotel on March 9. The event is organised by Barrie Quinn of Portnoo Market Garden and […]
Cheques presented from New Year’s Day swim in Fanad
ONCE again, the annual New Year’s Day charity swim in Fanad proved a great success with large numbers taking a dip in the cold waters to welcome in the new year. Cheques have been presented to the two benefitting charities, crowning another successful charity event with €6,384 raised. Míle buíochas do gach duine a chabhraigh […]
Long awaited second edition of Tony Gallinagh’s book to be officially launched
LOCAL historian Tony Gallinagh will launch the second edition of his book ‘A long journey in a short time’ in Alexander’s Book Shop in Ballybofey, on Wednesday, February 11. So popular is Tony’s new book that the first edition of 400 copies was a sell out. This long awaited second edition is generating significant interest […]
Donegal couple fear rural airbnb closure if short-term rental proposals come into effect
A DONEGAL couple who operate an Airbnb in Trentagh have said they may be forced to close their small rurally located business if proposed short-term rental legislation comes into effect. Jason and Michaela Russell own and operate Hillside Lodge, a small, family-run guest lodge which, they say, provides their main source of income. The couple, along […]
Design changes to Ballymacool active travel project ‘under review’
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DESIGN modifications to Ballymacool Active Travel project are currently under review, Donegal County Council has said. A public information event on October last set out preliminary designs to residents, landlords and businesses located on the R250 Ballymacool Road, and invited feedback on the proposals. The proposed project seeks to establish “a high quality continuous footway and cycleway […]
Declan Doherty’s retrospective exhibition opens in Letterkenny
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ON Saturday night, an exhibition by former Donegal News photographer Declan Doherty was officially opened at the Regional Cultural Centre. ‘Declan Doherty’s Donegal’ is a landmark retrospective exhibition celebrating more than 40 years of photography by the acclaimed local press photographer. The exhibition features over 400 photographs, presented both digitally and in print, which capture […]
Garda Sergeant Sharon Doherty bids farewell to Letterkenny
Sergeant Sharon Doherty from the Community Policing Unit in Letterkenny has bid farewell to her colleagues, as she retired today after 33 years’ service. Sharon served in Dublin for 28 years and five years in Donegal Division. A garda spokesperson said: “We wish her all the very best in the future and we hope that […]
A morning well spent at Conwal and Gartan men’s breakfast
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A Men’s breakfast event was held in Conwal Parish Hall on Saturday. Former Ireland and Ulster Rugby International and Vice Principal of Royal School Armagh, Kenny Hooks, spoke at the breakfast morning. Here are some photographs captured by Clive Wasson from the special event.
‘Our Martin’ book launch in Mount Errigal Hotel
On Friday, February 6 at 7pm in the Mount Errigal Hotel the Martin McGuinness Book, ‘Our Martin’, will be launched by the author Jim McVeigh. This event is open to all who are interested in the legacy of Martin McGuinness. The author will also be signing the book on Saturday, February 7 in Bookmark in the […]