By Paul McElwee THE Railway Gym in Lifford is ‘spinning’ into action tomorrow with a fundraising event to support the family of Charles Dooher, a young man left fighting for his life following a brutal assault. Two weeks ago, Charles and his father were attacked at their home on Conneyburrow Road in Lifford by five […]
Donegal dominates nominations at Outsider Awards 2024
The countdown is on to the announcement of the winners of the Outsider People of the Year Awards (2024). Outsider.ie announces a list of more then 90 nominees for its annual People of the Year Awards. These awards celebrate ordinary, yet extraordinary, people that have achieved amazing feats on the Irish outdoor and adventure scene […]
Deep sadness following passing of Odhrán O’Donnell, Churchill
THERE is much sadness in Churchill and in Letterkenny today at the news of the passing of Odhrán O’Donnell, Cruckraw, Churchill. He died peacefully at his late residence on Thursday, surrounded by his loving family. Odhran, a much loved and hugely popular member of the community, had been in ill-health in recent times. Advertisement He […]
Speed reduction on rural roads takes effect today
The speed limit on rural, local roads will change from 80 km/h to 60 km/h today. Rural, local roads primarily serve local traffic and connect our rural communities. These roads are designated with an ‘L’ followed by a number, or do not have a number. Reducing speed limits is part of the Government’s Road Safety […]
Loving, caring and gentle Enya is laid to rest
By Dionne Meehan THIRTEEN-year-old Enya Maria Celia McMurrough was remembered for being immensely loving, caring and gentle at her requiem Mass yeserday. Miss McMurrough, of Ardsbeg, Gortahork passed away unexpectedly in Crumlin Children’s Hospital on Saturday, February 1. Advertisement As hundreds gathered in Teach Pobail Chríost Rí to say their final goodbyes, Fr Seán O’Gallchóir […]
Brother of murder accused was concerned sister off meds
The brother of a woman accused of murdering a pensioner whose body went over Ireland’s highest cliffs has told the Central Criminal Court that he was concerned that his sister was not taking her medication and appeared to be drinking during the day in the lead up to the alleged offence. Alan Vial (39) of […]
Comedy treat in store with Clg Ard An Ratha Drama Group
THEATRE-lovers in Ardara and the surrounding area are in for a treat this weekend as the Clg Ard An Ratha Drama Group prepares to perform their latest production. The group will tread the boards at the Ardara GAA Clubhouse with a production of Jimmy Keary’s three-act play ‘Mammy’s Boy’. The comedy tells the story of […]
Donegal woman makes history with election to Seanad
A DONEGAL senator has made history twice following her election to the Seanad. Senator Eileen Flynn (Ind) has become the first Traveller to be elected to the Oireachtas. The Ardara-based woman won election to the Administrative Panel in the Seanad election. The mum-of-two first entered the Seanad in 2020 as one of the nominees of Micheál Martin, […]
Frightening incident for two teenage friends in Letterkenny
by Louise Doyle A MOTHER has urged parents and guardians to be vigilant after her daughter and friend experienced a frightening incident in Letterkenny. The woman was speaking out after an upsetting experience in Letterkenny Shopping Centre on Sunday afternoon last, involving her 17-year-old daughter and her friend. Advertisement Taking to popular social media page, ‘Letterkenny […]
Less than 100 customers in Donegal without power after storm – ESB
ALMOST two weeks after Storm Éowyn wrecked havoc, the ESB has said there are less than 100 customers without power in Donegal. While these customers have faced a lengthy wait to have their power restored, the figure is down significantly from the peak of 87,000 when the storm was at its height on Friday, January […]