By Tara McCormack DONEGAL is beaming with pride after Niamh Shevlin, representing the county, delivered a captivating performance at the 2024 International Rose of Tralee. The annual pageant, hosted in the Dome in Co Kerry, saw 32 women from across the globe competing for the title, with New Zealand’s Keely O’Grady ultimately taking the crown. […]
Donegal artist shortlisted for AIB Portrait Prize at the National Gallery of Ireland
DONEGAL’S Neil-Jack Hamilton has been named among the 26 artists shortlisted for the AIB Portrait Prize. Mr Hamilton’s piece in oil on canvas titled ‘Jennifer McShane’ was shortlisted from hundreds of entries. The AIB Portrait Prize shortlist includes painting, drawing, sculpture, video and photography demonstrating the breadth of contemporary Irish art. Advertisement The winner of […]
Gardaí a ‘godsend’ at violent Church incident
by Louise Doyle “IT was a godsend gardaí were there. It doesn’t bear thinking about what could have happened if they weren’t.” Those were the words of Letterkenny Mayor Councillor Gerry McMonagle yesterday, speaking in the wake of a shocking incident on the grounds of the Church of the Irish Martyrs on Sunday. Advertisement Five men […]
NATIONAL: Irishman is believed to have died while fighting in Ukraine
An Irishman is thought to have died while fighting in Ukraine. Alex Ryzhuk (20) was serving on the frontline with the Ukrainian Armed Forces when he was reportedly hit by a Russian shell. He is now officially missing and presumed dead.
Road resurfacing to commence at Dore junction today
DONEGAL County Council will be carrying out road resurfacing works at Dore junction R-257/N56 today and tomorrow, Friday, August 23. Traffic management will be in place and delays can be expected. Donegal County Council apologises for any inconvenience caused.
Weather forecast: Sunny spells for Donegal
FOLLOWING Hurricane Ernesto’s visit yesterday, according to Met Éireann, any remaining rain and drizzle is expected to clear this morning. As the day goes on, there will be sunny spells followed by a few showers. Coming into the evening, it will become mostly cloudy with outbreaks of rain and drizzle. Advertisement There will be moderate […]
Donegal Weather: A wet night ahead and a soggy start tomorrow
By Tara McCormack DONEGAL should prepare for a wet and blustery night as heavy rain is set to dominate the weather, continuing into the early hours of Thursday. Light rain will begin around 8 p.m., gradually intensifying as the night progresses. Advertisement According to Met Éireann, the weather will worsen overnight, with significant rainfall expected, […]
Flood warning prompts temporary closure of Donegal Town carpark
The Donegal Town Pier Carpark will be temporarily closed at various times over the next 24 hours due to an anticipated combination of high tides, storm surges, and heavy rainfall. These weather conditions pose a significant flood risk, prompting local authorities to take precautionary measures. The carpark will first close this evening from 6:30 p.m. […]
#LoveDonegal day is back and it’s time to showcase why Donegal has it all
By Tara McCormack DONEGAL’S biggest global celebration is back! Mark your calendars for Wednesday, 25th September, as #LoveDonegal Day returns with the aim to surpass last year’s phenomenal success. Whether you’re a proud Donegal native or simply someone who holds a special place in your heart for this beautiful county, this is your chance to […]
533 fines issued for parking on footpaths in Donegal in 2023
THERE were 533 parking on footpath fines issued in Donegal in 2023. The findings come following the publishing of a survey, carried out nationally, by Vision Ireland. The survey explores blind or visually impaired people’s experiences of footpath obstacles. Advertisement Cars parked on footpaths have an adverse impact on the ability of people who are […]