by Louise Doyle THE need for the work of Pieta has “never been greater”, the executive campaigner of Pieta North West in Letterkenny has said. Emma Murphy was speaking as communities across Donegal are preparing to share the sunrise on Saturday morning in support of Darkness into Light, the charity’s annual flagship fundraiser. Advertisement A […]
Dungloe to strike a chord with visitors this weekend at Donegal Fleadh Cheoil
BY JEROME HUGHES DUNGLOE is gearing up for a jam-packed weekend of music, dance, and cultural celebration as Fleadh Cheoil Dún Na nGall 2024 kicks off from tomorrow until late Sunday evening. The festival is set to attract competitors, musicians, singers, bands, and cultural enthusiasts from all over. Advertisement Dungloe is said to be buzzing […]
Sinn Féin’s Ó Fearraigh calls for Muckish toilets
SINN Féin local election candidate, Cllr John Sheamais Ó Fearraigh, is calling for the installation of toilets at the newly developed car park located at the base of Muckish Mountain in Creeslough. Cllr Ó Fearraigh is highlighting the necessity for restroom facilities, particularly due to the increasing number of tourists visiting the area. “A number […]
Conference to discuss future of local pubs
By Kate Heaney VINTNERS from across Ireland will gather in Ballybofey next week for their annual conference – and topping the agenda will be the future of rural pubs and how those in the trade are having to deal with changes in people’s attitudes to socialising. President of the Vintners’ Federation of Ireland (VFI) John Clendennen said […]
Donegal drivers dust off desert debris
MOTORISTS in Donegal are noticing a peculiar phenomenon – their vehicles coated in yellow/orange sand and dust, suspected to have blown in from the Sahara Desert. The Sahara dust is settling on cars and windows, courtesy of prevailing climate conditions. An astounding 200 million tonnes of mineral dust are lifted from the Sahara annually. While […]
Diocese reissues apology after former Raphoe priest sentenced
FORMER Donegal priest, Eamonn Crossan, from Letterkenny, was sentenced yesterday for crimes committed against a minor. Crossan (73), a former priest of the Diocese of Raphoe, appeared at Letterkenny Circuit Court via Videolink yesterday, where a five-year sentence was imposed on him. In the wake of the sentencing, Monsignor Kevin Gillespie reiterated an apology on behalf of the […]
Former priest sentenced for sexual abuse of boy
A 73-year old former parish priest has been sentenced to four years imprisonment for the repeated sexual abuse of a young boy over a period of six years. Eamonn Crossan, a native of Letterkenny, pleaded guilty to seven counts of sexual abuse and two counts of sexual abuse representative of a total of 52 counts. […]
Luxury Raphoe mansion worth €0 – defective concrete
ON the open market it should have a price tag of more than €1 million but instead a luxury 3-storey house in Raphoe has just been declared worthless by professional valuers due to its crumbling walls and foundations. The home is owned by Rosalind and Frank McBrearty. In his hayday Frank Snr was one of […]
21 new council housing units for Windyhall in Letterkenny
AMID ongoing pressure to tackle the issue of housing shortage, 21 social homes are going to be constructed in Windyhall, Letterkenny. Donegal County Council has partnered with the firm, Mc Hugh Bros Ltd, to complete the development. It’s seen as a significant move as part of the council’s efforts to provide affordable housing solutions in […]
Capacity Act meeting to take place in Letterkenny
FAMILIES of loved ones with a limited decision-making capacity are being urged to attend a public meeting in Letterkenny this week. ‘A Conversation with Áine Flynn’, Director of Decision Support Services, will take place in the Station House Hotel this evening from 7pm to 8.30pm. The event will provide a unique chance to hear directly about […]