by Louise Doyle AN actress with strong Donegal roots has scooped an Emmy award. Erin Doherty won the Emmy for outstanding Supporting Actress in a limited, anthology series or movie in Los Angeles on Sunday evening, for her stunning portrayal of clinical psychologist Briony Ariston in the chilling Netflix hit drama, ‘Adolescence’. Advertisement A first-time Emmy nominee, […]
Parish public consultation on new church for Derrybeg
By Tommy Curran A parish-wide public consultation regarding a new church at Derrybeg to replace the former church which was completely destroyed by fire on Easter Monday took place on Monday evening in Ionad an Acadaimh, Gaoth Dobhair. It was led by MacDara Hosty Consultancy, and was chaired by Fr. Brian Ó Fearraigh, P.P. Advertisement […]
Donegal News journalist Ryan Ferry wins national media award
DONEGAL News journalist Ryan Ferry has been named Sports Journalist of the Year at the Local Ireland Media Awards, sponsored by the National Lottery. Ryan, who first began contributing to the Donegal News in 2013, became a full-time member of staff two years later. He was appointed Sports Editor in 2022. The Milford man, living […]
Tractor transports medical staff to work during Gaoth Dobhair flooding
By Róise Collins A TRACTOR driver had to transport nurses and doctors to their workplace after flash flooding hit Gaoth Dobhair on Monday morning. A high tide coupled with a yellow weather rain warning led to the severe flooding which caused dangerous driving conditions and significant disruption locally. Advertisement One of the worst-hit spots was […]
Culture Night takes place on Friday
CULTURE Night takes place in venues across the county this Friday, September 19. From sculpture trails and choral performances to open studios and poetry cafés, this year’s programme offers something for the whole family and every event is free to attend. Inishowen Carnival presents AN PÚCA At the heart of the celebrations is Letterkenny Town […]
Three taken to hospital following Newmills collision
THREE people have been taken to hospital following a collision at Newmills. Gardaí and emergency services remain at the scene of the two-vehicle collision which occurred on the R250 at approximately 9.50am this morning. Two people, a woman in her 80s and a woman in her 60s, were brought to Letterkenny University Hospital for treatment […]
Road closure following Newmills collision
A ROAD closure is currently in place following a road traffic collision in Newmills this morning. The collision occurred on the R250 this morning shortly before 10am. Diversions are in place via Newmills Bridge and at Rahedoge onto the L5994 through Druminaught. Advertisement The diversion route is narrow so HGV drivers should consider an alternative […]
Sisters looking forward to next chapter following Church apology
TWO sisters who were sexually abused by a former Donegal priest have encouraged other victims suffering in silence to “come forward and find the support you deserve”. Margaret and Paula Martin were abused by Con Cunningham when they were children. The former priest was sentenced to 15 months imprisonment in July 2021 for sexually abusing the two sisters […]
Intimidation accused suspected of involvement in serious Lifford attack
A COURT has heard that a man accused of leading a pub crawl of intimidation to issue warnings about drugs in Dungiven, is suspected to have been involved an attack in Lifford earlier this year. Charles Dooher, who is in his 20s, was left with life-threatening injuries after being attacked at his home on Coneyburrow […]
Emergency services respond to collision in Newmills
GARDAÍ and emergency services are currently at the scene of a collision at Newmills, Letterkenny. A garda spokesperson said: “As this incident is ongoing, there is no further information at this time.”