By Brian McDaid I can hear the tap-tap-tapping before I can see him as I climb the old broken steps. I follow the sound to the highest point in the graveyard. There are a few lawn mowers working away in one of the newer sections of Conwal Graveyard. Advertisement I’m meeting up with Johnny McCormack […]
New chapter for Fr Sean as he takes the helm
By Paul McElwee THE incoming parish priest of St Mary’s Melmount, Fr Sean O’Donnell, has spoken of his ‘great privilege’ at being appointed to the role, as he prepares to succeed Fr Michael Doherty, who is set to retire after years of dedicated service. A native of Muff, county Donegal, Fr O’Donnell was ordained in […]
Flavours of Donegal showcased at Dungloe Food Fayre
By Róise Collins THERE was something to suit all palates as the annual Mary From Dungloe Food Fayre brought the very best of Donegal’s growing local talent to the heart of the town on Monday afternoon. From brewers and bakers to chocolatiers and distillers, dozens of stalls lined the venue, each proudly offering tastings and sharing […]
The way we were
Aoife Doherty delves into the archives to bring you the news and images from yesteryear. If you have a photograph you would like published, send it to editor@donegalnews.com JULY 19, 1975 COUNCIL CHAIRMAN CALLS FOR ENQUIRY INTO DOLE ABUSERS Advertisement THERE were further allegations of abuses of social welfare payments when the Letterkenny Urban Council […]
Trilingual exhibition explores lore behind local place names
by Róise Collins A TRILINGUAL exhibition inspired by the poetry of Irish animal place names dotted across west Donegal is currently on display at Croithlí Distillery. The exhibition explores the deep human connection with the land and the stories passed down through oral tradition. Advertisement Presented in three languages -Irish, Polish, and English- it highlights […]
Castlefinn sisters support beloved team side by side for over 40 years
By Dionne Meehan FOR the last four decades, the Carlin sisters from Castlefinn have shared an unbreakable tradition. By supporting their beloved Donegal team side by side at every match, Collette, Roisin and Brid have accumulated a lifetime of unforgettable memories. Advertisement Influenced by their late father who was heavily involved in the local GAA […]
Young Donegal fans rap praised by Kneecap star
By Róise Collins TWO Donegal super fans have earned the praise of Kneecap’s JJ Ó Dochartaigh following their performance of a catchy Irish rap they penned ahead of this weekend’s All-Ireland final. Lily-Mae Ní Ghallachóir (11) from Gaoth Dobhair and Béibhinn Nic Giolla Chearra (9) from Chloich Cheann Fhaola performed their rap in support of […]
From classroom dreams to Croke Park
By Dionne Meehan MICHAEL Murphy’s primary school teacher Philomena Barron is beaming with pride as she prepares to watch her former pupil, the child she once taught and encouraged, take to the pitch in the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship this weekend. The 85-year-old Manorcunningham woman taught the Glenswilly legend on the lead up to his […]
Flying the flag for Donegal – and Eugene
By Aoife Doherty THE McGettigan family home was full of laughter, smiles and memories on Tuesday afternoon. Family members, sporting their Donegal jerseys, gathered at their Ard O’Donnell home to deck their house in green and gold. Advertisement And taking pride of place is a Donegal flag belonging to Eugene McGettigan, whose death last August […]
Handpan music to soothe the soul
RANN NA FEIRSTE’S adopted son Harald ‘Mór’ Juengst has released a new CD, ‘Handpan Music to Soothe the Soul’. Harald ‘Mór’ Juengst was behind the beautiful Healing Hands CD for ‘Doctors Without Borders’, which has raised close to €12,000, and featured a selection of top class traditional and folk musicians and singers from Donegal. Among them were Mairéad […]