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:
George Moore: A man who impacted on the lives of so many
A SERVICE of Thanksgiving for George Moore, Swilly View, Ballymaleel, Letterkenny, took place in Conwal Parish Church on Tuesday afternoon. George, who was very well known and a much loved neighbour and friend to many, died peacefully on Sunday in Letterkenny University Hospital. Although he was retired for a number of years, many will remember […]
Family of husband and wife who died in viaduct disaster mark centenary
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THREE generations of the Boyle family gathered at the site of the Owencarrow Viaduct disaster, where on January 30, 1925, high winds derailed two rail coaches. The tragedy claimed four lives including Arranmore husband and wife, Philip and Sarah Boyle. Their grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren travelled from Chicago, Manchester, Mayo and Arranmore to mark the […]