An Taisce’s annual Climate Ambassador Awards took place on Saturday, November 22 in the historic Tailors’ Hall, Dublin 8, the same room that President Catherine Connolly recently delivered a powerful speech and promise of climate justice. The room was filled with a wonderfully diverse group of people, differing in the counties they call home, their […]
Fundraisers in the pink! – Cheque presented after charity swim
Pictured are Marg Everett, Hazel Russell and Teri Russell on behalf of the Swilly Sisters’ Shed presenting €1.370, the proceeds of the group’s recent Swim in Pink fundraiser to Maeve Fegan of the National Breast Care Institute, Galway. Back in October swimmers and dippers donned their best pink swimming outfits and took to the cold […]
Seamus Carr honoured with Donegal Person of the Year award in London
THE Donegal Association in London celebrated its 78th anniversary in style last weekend. A sold-out dinner dance was held in the Hilton Hotel in Wembley. The Donegal Association’s (London) person of the year was awarded to Seamus Carr. Advertisement Seamus is originally from Carrick and has connections with Naomh Columba. He has been heavily involved […]
Sarah’s Christmas Flower Show returns to St Johnston
THE much-loved Christmas Flower Show makes a festive return to St Johnston this December, celebrating the legacy of Sarah Hunter. Sarah, a long-standing member of the St Johnston and Carrigans Family Resource Centre Management Committee, sadly passed away in August. Sarah was the driving force behind many of the centre’s fundraising events and long-standing clubs. Advertisement […]
25th edition of Creeslough View magazine launched
THE 25th edition of the Creeslough View was launched in the Creeslough Day Centre on Saturday night with a large crowd in attendance. Once again, the publication celebrates the history of Creeslough and its people with some wonderful articles, photos and features which are sure to be of interest. Speaking at the launch Marie Duffy […]
James celebrates his 80th birthday
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CELEBRATIONS are underway for well-known Letterkenny businessman James Grieve as he marks his 80th birthday today. James, who is a native of the Cullion Road, is best known locally for operating his garage in the heart of Letterkenny for the past 55 years. Born in 1945 to Mary and James Grieve, James attended Lurgybrack National […]
Family time at your library: Exciting festive events for families at Donegal Libraries
The Donegal County Library Service is thrilled to announce the launch of the highly anticipated Family Time at Your Library programme, a festive celebration designed to engage families in the magic of reading and storytelling this December. Throughout the month of December 2025, Donegal libraries are set to become lively, creative spaces offering a wide […]
Bill to amend Defective Concrete Blocks Scheme announced
MINISTER for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD has received Cabinet approval to publish the Remediation of Dwellings Damaged by the Use of Defective Concrete Blocks (Amendment) Bill 2025. The Bill will widen the group of relevant owners that can avail of increases in the grant scheme cap and rates approved in October and November […]
Planet Youth host successful Oíche na hÓige
IT was a special occasion for all involved in the recent Oíche na hÓige event which took place on Friday, November 21. Young members from Planet Youth got involved by welcoming guests and hosting the successful event. Hazel Quigley was in attendance and organised a candle making and craft session for the attendees. Advertisement The […]