GARDAÍ in Donegal hosted members of the Latvian Police this week as part of an ongoing Human Trafficking Investigation in the county. Taking to social media, Gardaí said they had the “pleasure” of working with the Latvian Police to progress their ongoing investigation. “We are extremely grateful to our Joint Investigation Team in Latvia for […]
Donegal guests attend RNLI garden party at Buckingham Palace
Princess Anne and the Duke of Kent hosted a Garden Party at Buckingham Palace last week for volunteers from all over the UK and Ireland in recognition of the RNLI celebrating its 200 year anniversary. Among the invited guests were volunteers from Donegal, including Susan Shields and Pete McBride from Downings who are pictured with […]
Cloughaneely Junior Band to perform in Disneyland this summer
A DONEGAL band has been selected to perform in Disneyland Paris this July. This opportunity comes after Banna Ceoil Chloich Cheann Fhaola submitted a video of their performance to Disney last year. Receiving the good news that they were selected at Christmas, the band was given the opportunity to experience life as a Disney performer […]
Donegal childcare crisis – Taoiseach Harris intervenes
BY JEROME HUGHES FORTY per-cent of childcare facilities across County Donegal may have to cease operating due dangerous buildings, creating an unprecedented crisis, those working in the vital sector are claiming. Childcare managers are planning to highlight their concerns through protests as people cast their votes in the local and European elections on Friday of […]
€900,000 allocated for three Donegal outdoor projects
THREE Donegal outdoor projects are set to receive €900,000 in funding under the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme. Muckish Railway Walk has been allocated €500,000 to upgrade and complete a 1.5 km and final section to greenway standard, McManus Estate in Rossylongan, Donegal Town is getting €200,000 to improve and enhance the recreational amenity and associated […]
‘A child will die in Donegal if action isn’t taken soon’
BY JEROME HUGHES RAISING concern surrounding child safety on roads outside Donegal’s schools is nothing new but one local election candidate is making it his main campaign issue. Patrick Brogan is based in Moutcharles but he points out that the danger posed to children by speeding motorists is a problem right across the county. Advertisement “When […]
Patience wearing thin as walkway remains closed
By Dionne Meehan PATIENCE is wearing thin for residents in Stranorlar after the re-opening of a walkway into Drumboe Woods was put on hold once again. The walkway, which is adjacent to Finn Valley College, closed in 2010 as a result of works being completed on the newly built school. Advertisement Causing much frustration among […]
Doctor Doherty brings pride to Drumkeen
Shane Doherty from Drumkeen has graduated from the University of Cork with a 2:1 in Bachelor of Dental Surgery. Dr Doherty’s dedication and commitment over the past five years have culminated in his qualification as a dentist, marking a significant achievement in his professional journey.
Did you lose your suitcase on Letterkenny Main Street last night?
GARDAÍ in Letterkenny took to social media this morning in a bid to find the owner of a suitcase found on Letterkenny, Main Street last night. After failed attempts of trying to locate the owner, gardaí said they have now been left to deal with the “emotional baggage”. “Please contact Letterkenny Garda Station on 074-9167100 […]
Danger at Donegal schools warning from election hopeful
RAISING concern surrounding child safety on roads outside Donegal’s schools is nothing new but one local election candidate is making it his main campaign issue. Patrick Brogan is based in Mountcharles but he points out that the danger posed to children by speeding motorists is a problem right across the county. “When parents are dropping […]