A LETTERKENNY pub will play host to a mammoth charity event this weekend. Patrick Topping and Rebüke, two of the most in-demand names in dance music and of international standing, will go back-to-back in the iconic surrounds of Blake’s Bar for the Irish Cancer Society on Saturday, August 1. Mike Toner, originally from Middle Road, […]
Relaxed and friendly vibe for Summerfest at Kinnegar Brewing
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Now in its third year, Kinnegar Brewing’s Summerfest has become a firm fixture on the August bank holiday weekend. With festivals taking place in towns and villages all over the county, Summerfest gives Letterkenny’s citizens something of their own to celebrate on Saturday, August 1. It’s a tried and trusted recipe for a Saturday afternoon […]
All set for a busy weekend at the Mary from Dungloe Festival
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It’s all happening in the Rosses this week as the Mary from Dungloe Festival continues into the Bank Holiday weekend. The festival programme serves up loads of entertainment and events over the coming days. There’s the ever-popular Big Street Ceili this afternoon (Thursday), and at Cuideacht Ceoil on the main stage, the world class singer […]
Gardaí warn drivers as August Bank Holiday approaches
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With the August Bank Holiday this weekend, gardaí have made an appeal to road users to behave responsibly when driving. “We advise all drivers to slow down, to wear a seatbelt, to ensure that their passengers are also wearing theirs and to keep their phone out of reach while driving,” said a spokesperson. “Keep your […]
Taoiseach not ruling out public inquiry into Creeslough tragedy
AN Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said that a public inquiry into the Creeslough tragedy can be facilitated if other investigations do not provide adequate answers. The relatives of those who were killed and injured in an explosion on October 7, 2022, have campaigned for a full public inquiry into the tragedy. Up to now, the government has […]
Station House Hotel, Letterkenny celebrating 20 amazing years
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ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE THE multi award-winning Station House Hotel Letterkenny is preparing for a milestone 20th anniversary this weekend. The hotel was founded in August 2006 by Managing Director, Brian Gallagher and his wife Christine. Advertisement Having grown up on the corner where the Station House Hotel is now located, the family-run business means a great […]
Consumer watchdog targets Donegal traders
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THREE businesses have been hit with warnings by the consumer watchdog. The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) published details on Monday of 31 enforcement actions against traders nationwide. Three of these are in Letterkenny. Advertisement A CCPC spokesperson said: “Convenience stores and homeware shops feature on the list along with a Donegal pub, a […]
Vacant property owners could get rate reduction
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OWNERS of vacant properties may be in line for massive rates reduction if councillors set up a scheme. Donegal County Council announced that refunds could be available under the Local Government Rates and Other Matters Act 2019. An ad in the Donegal News posted notice of consideration of a scheme for the abatement of rates […]
Back-to-school costs have never been harder
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By Sean Murphy HIDDEN back-to-school costs and worrying energy arrears mean under pressure parents have never had it so hard, it has been warned. Amid the unrelenting cost-of-living crisis, and with only weeks left of the school summer holidays, the warnings have been issued by the St Vincent de Paul charity in Donegal and local politicians. […]
Tributes following death of Mary Doherty, Carrigart
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TRIBUTES have been paid following the passing of Mary Doherty, Carrigart. Mary, née Conroy, from Belmullet in Mayo, died at home in Carrigart on Tuesday. Her husband Pat is a former vice-president of Sinn Féin. The Donegal News reported in 2023 that over 500 people, including party leader Mary Lou McDonald, came from all over […]