GHOST hunters have zoomed in on the county in their latest bid to catch some ghosts. They told the Donegal News that they are exploring claims that an 18th century house near Letterkenny is haunted. Paranormal Awakenings Ireland has no evidence that ghouls or spirits have ever spooked the property. Advertisement But its leader PJ […]
Milford included in new Vacant to Vibrant initiative
MILFORD has been included in a new scheme aimed at breathing new life into shop fronts. The town is among 26 that have been selected for the government’s new Vacant to Vibrant initiative, which aims to tackle vacant commercial premises and breathe new life into town centres. The initiative, announced by Minister of State for […]
Disney’s Frozen the Musical is to wow a new generation
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DISNEY’S world famous hit musical from the blockbuster film is set to wow audiences in Donegal. The dazzling fairytale story will be acted live on stage with fans waiting to see which of the star characters are brought to life in front of their eyes. Theatre-goers are promised “unforgettable songs, spectacular stage effects, and heartfelt […]
Predator hunters warn about men in Donegal
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JUSTICE hunters who first accused disgraced priest Edward Gallagher are now targeting other alleged predators in Donegal. The Justice Reborn 2 group revealed to the Donegal News that it is warning families about men in their areas. Edward Gallagher (59), who served as a priest in Donegal, pleaded guilty last month to 109 sex offences […]
Defective block victims could die
DEFECTIVE block households need an emergency building programme because some have “nowhere safe to go” and people could die, it is warned. The warning about defective concrete block (DCB) victims is from a Donegal councillor who claims action is needed to avoid a “humanitarian crisis”. Cllr Joy Beard fears that the defective block crisis running […]
Road gritting begins today
GRITTING has begun today across the county as we approach the festive season. Donegal County Council has announced that they will be gritting Donegal roads this morning. Routes to be gritted from 6am are National Primary North, National Primary Central and National Primary South. Advertisement Milford South, Cill Ulta East, Na Rosa, and Binswilly have […]
Funeral takes place of Patrick Joseph Bonar
THE death took place in the Larrisa Lodge nursing home, Carnamuggagh, Letterkenny, of Patrick Joseph Bonar (PJ). Formerly of Lismonaghan, Letterkenny, Patrick is predeceased by his parents, Patrick and Mary Bonar. His funeral Mass took place last Thursday in St Eunan’s Cathedral. Advertisement After the Mass, Patrick was laid to rest in Conwal Cemetery. He […]
Sadness at passing of Isobel Lindsay
THERE was widespread sadness this week at the passing of Isobel Lindsay, née Schaoles. Isobel, of Ballymaleel, Letterkenny, passed away peacefully in Letterkenny University Hospital. She is deeply regretted by her loving family, Robert (Barbara), Jacque (Alan), Derek (Helen) and Lorraine (Patrick), grandchildren, Rebecca, James, Dean, Isak, Lindzi, Tilly and Hannah, sister Wendy O’Brien, nieces, […]
In pictures: ATU graduation celebrations
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A total of 1,395 students graduated in Letterkenny on Tuesday and Wednesday as part of conferring ceremonies taking place across Atlantic Technological University’s (ATU) nine campuses throughout October and November, celebrating more than 5,300 graduates. Photos: Joe Dunne. Advertisement
Rising interest rates put Annuities back on the retirement table
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This week’s Your Money column by Adrian Kelly For much of the past decade, Annuities were the retirement option few Irish pension savers wanted to discuss. With interest rates at rock bottom, exchanging a pension fund for a guaranteed income for life delivered underwhelming monthly payments and the Approved Retirement Fund (ARF) became the default […]